TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County police are urging drivers and pedestrians to be extra cautious after dark following a recent spike in fatal pedestrian crashes. The Baltimore County Police Department responded to four fatal pedestrian crashes over the past five days, three of which occurred during the evening or early morning hours. According to the department, pedestrian safety is a major community […]
OWINGS MILLS, MD—A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle on Friday morning in Owings Mills, according to the Baltimore County Police Department. Brandon Coby, 24, was attempting to cross Owings Mills Boulevard near Interstate 795 when he was struck by a 2013 Ford Explorer around 4:30 a.m. on November 8, police said. Coby was taken to a hospital […]
ARBUTUS, MD—A 54-year-old man was struck and killed by a vehicle while walking along Washington Boulevard in Baltimore County on Monday, according to the Baltimore County Police Department. The pedestrian, identified as David Prymerman, was pronounced dead at the site of the collision, which occurred around 8:30 p.m. 0n Monday, October 28, the area of Washington Boulevard and Rittenhouse Road, […]
ESSEX, MD—Police are investigating after a pedestrian was struck and killed in Essex on Wednesday. At around 7:30 p.m. on October 23, officers responded to a crash involving a pedestrian in the 1000-block of Eastern Boulevard (21221). A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2023 Kia was traveling westbound when it struck the pedestrian, who was attempting to cross the street […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) and Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office (MDOT MVA) are reminding motorists to exercise extra caution this autumn as days grow shorter. With Halloween approaching and the sun setting earlier, officials say pedestrian and cyclist safety are paramount. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) designates October as National […]
ANNAPOLIS, MD—As part of an effort to promote walking and other forms of sustainable transportation, Governor Wes Moore has proclaimed October as “Walktober.” The declaration marks the fifth annual Walktober celebration in the state. “Maryland’s sidewalks, crosswalks and trails are an essential part of our transportation network which helps provide safe and equitable access for all,” said Maryland Transportation Secretary […]
TOWSON, MD—With Halloween just around the corner, the Baltimore County Police Department is offering safety tips for children and motorists. One way to celebrate the holiday safely is to attend a supervised event. The Baltimore County Police Department has a list of events that have been sponsored by the department. This also includes family-friendly Halloween events hosted by local community […]
BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) is announcing several new laws going into effect on Tuesday, October 1, aimed at improving customer experience and streamlining services. Among the changes are new measures allowing the MVA to print death certificates, extend the validity of learner’s permits, and waive some state ID fees and the identification card fee […]