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Baltimore Man Arrested for Murder of 12-Year-Old Girl in Tragic Home Shooting

BALTIMORE, Md. — A Baltimore community is reeling after a 28-year-old man was arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 12-year-old girl. The suspect, Omar Passmore, was taken into custody on Sunday morning in Baltimore County, facing charges of first-degree murder. The incident, which claimed the life of Breaunna Cormley, occurred around 8 p.m. Friday at a residence in the 500 block of North Kenwood Avenue. The young victim was pronounced dead at …

Baltimore Man Sentenced to Life Without Parole for Ambush Shooting of Police Officer

Baltimore, Maryland – A man found guilty of the 2021 murder of a Baltimore police officer and another victim has been handed two life sentences without the possibility of parole. Elliot Knox, 34, was convicted earlier this year following a trial that saw prosecutors presenting evidence that convinced jurors of his guilt in the deadly shootings that occurred just hours apart in different parts of Baltimore. During the sentencing hearing, Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan …

The Overdose Crisis in Baltimore: A Tragedy Spinning out of Control

Baltimore, Maryland, is facing an unprecedented crisis as the city grapples with a staggering increase in overdoses. Over the past six years, nearly 6,000 lives have been lost due to drug overdoses, a rate never before seen in a major American city. The death rate in Baltimore from 2018 to 2022 has surpassed that of any other large city in the country, exceeding even the impact of previous drug crises in other regions, such as …

Shocking Baltimore Shooting Leaves Driver Dead After Being Shot in the Eye and Crashing on Sidewalk

BALTIMORE, MD – Tragedy struck on the streets of Baltimore as 33-year-old Garfield Redd’s life came to a violent end on the night of May 6. His final moments unfolded in a chilling sequence captured in charging documents that revealed a fatal gunshot wound to the eye, ultimately leading to a fatal crash in the city’s unit block of E. 21 Street. As responding officers arrived at the scene, they discovered Redd slumped behind the …

Dali Container Ship Freed After Explosives Experts Blow Up Baltimore Bridge Remnants

Baltimore, Maryland – After more than six weeks of being trapped under the remains of the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, the Dali container ship has been successfully freed. The ship was pinned in place by a section of the bridge following the collision which caused its collapse. Engineers from the U.S. Army were called in to conduct a controlled explosion to remove the remaining bridge section and release the ship. Local authorities had …

controlled explosion brings down collapsed baltimore bridge section

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – Demolition experts expertly removed a section of a collapsed bridge in Baltimore through a carefully orchestrated controlled explosion. The demolition was necessary to clear the debris and allow for further inspection and repair work to begin. The bridge had collapsed in a dramatic and unexpected event, causing chaos and disruption in the area. The controlled explosion was conducted with precision, ensuring the safety of nearby residents and workers. The entire operation was …

Man Arrested for Arson After Essex Home Explosion in Baltimore County

Essex, Maryland – A man has been arrested by Baltimore County police in connection to a two-alarm house explosion that occurred on April 20. The suspect, identified as 52-year-old Michael Greensfelder, is facing arson charges related to the incident. The explosion, which caused extensive damage to the home, prompted an investigation by law enforcement officials. Following their probe, police determined Greensfelder’s alleged involvement in causing the explosion, leading to his arrest. The specific details surrounding …

Baltimore Resident Sues Companies and Employee Over Brutal Attack in Home

Baltimore, Maryland – In a shocking turn of events, a routine evening for April Hurley turned into a nightmare of violence and terror on September 19, 2023. Struggling to recover from a brutal attack allegedly orchestrated by Jason Billingsley, Hurley has taken legal action against Eden’s Homes, Property Pals, and Billingsley. Court documents reveal the harrowing details of the assault on Hurley and her friend, Jonte Gilmore, where Billingsley allegedly subjected them to unspeakable acts …

Woman Survives Horrific Attack in Baltimore, Suspect Charged in Brutal Crimes

Baltimore, Maryland – A brave survivor is speaking out for the first time following a horrific attack in Baltimore. April Hurley has come forward after enduring an alleged sexual assault, throat slashing, and being set on fire. The suspect, identified as 32-year-old Jason Billingsley, was reportedly a maintenance worker at the property where the attack took place, and was known to his victims. Billingsley now faces charges of rape, attempted murder, and arson in connection …

Baltimore Woman Sues Attacker and Property Companies After Surviving Brutal Assault and Murder of Tech CEO

Baltimore, Maryland – A Baltimore woman is taking legal action against Jason Billingsley, who was charged with assaulting her and later killing tech CEO Pava LaPere. April Hurley was a victim of a horrific attack in her West Baltimore home, where she was bound, sexually assaulted, had her throat slashed, and set on fire along with another individual. Fortunately, both survived thanks to their neighbors pulling them from a basement window. After the incident, an …