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Three Suspects Arrested in Tragic Shooting of 15-Year-Old in Baltimore’s Eastern District

BALTIMORE — Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the shooting death of 15-year-old John Lewis, who was found in the city’s Eastern District on May 7. Authorities confirmed that Darrell Williams, 34, Zion Wimbish, 19, and Ra’Shawn Smith, 19, face first-degree murder charges following the violent incident. The shooting occurred around 6:15 p.m. near Brehms Lane. Officers from the Eastern District, responding to an unrelated call, reported hearing gunfire in the vicinity. Upon …

Uncovering the Roots of Baltimore’s Distinction as the Overdose Capital of the United States

Baltimore, Maryland – The city of Baltimore has found itself at the forefront of a devastating trend in the United States – a surge in drug overdoses. This increase has prompted many to question how Baltimore became the epicenter of this crisis. The rise in overdose deaths in Baltimore can be attributed to a combination of factors, including the influx of potent synthetic opioids like fentanyl into the city and the lack of adequate resources …

Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge Span Demolished to Free Grounded Ship and Restore Port Operations

Baltimore, Maryland – Crews in Baltimore successfully detonated explosives on Monday to bring down the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, marking a significant step forward in the recovery efforts following the tragic incident. The controlled demolition allowed for the removal of the largest remaining span of the bridge, which had been obstructing the grounded Dali container ship since the disaster on March 26. The explosion resulted in the collapse of the steel trusses into the …

Investigation Underway After Multiple Manhole Explosions in Baltimore’s N. Charles St.

Baltimore, Maryland – The Baltimore City Fire Department is currently investigating multiple manhole explosions on N. Charles St. The incident has led to power outages and the evacuation of residents and businesses in the affected area. Fire department units responded to the 300 block of N. Charles St. after receiving reports of multiple manhole cover explosions. According to Director of Communications Kevin Cartwright, initial assessments revealed smoke coming from several manhole covers and fire emitting …