Teenager wanted for murder in Baltimore County

TOWSON, MD—Police in Baltimore County are searching for a 16-year-old whom they say is wanted for the murder of another 16-year-old. Detectives have obtained an arrest warrant for Brayan Rodriguez in connection with Sunday afternoon’s shooting in the 1700-block of Reisterstown Road, according to the department. Police found the 16-year-old victim with a gunshot wound when they arrived at the […]

16-year-old killed in fatal Baltimore County shooting

PIKESVILLE, MD—Police are investigating after a teenager was shot and killed in Baltimore County on Sunday. At just after 2 p.m. on October 27, 2024, officers responded to the 1700-block of Reisterstown Road in Pikesville for a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers located the victim who sustained a gunshot wound. The 16-year-old victim was transported to a local hospital, where […]

Baltimore County man sentenced to 11 years for drug conspiracy

BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore County man has been sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to drug distribution and money laundering charges, authorities say. Ronald White, 56, of Pikesville, was involved in a large-scale drug conspiracy that operated in and around Baltimore, according to the Department of Justice. He was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison followed by five years […]

Baltimore County announces recipients of 2024 Community Heroes Awards

TOWSON, MD—Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski on Tuesday announced the 2024 awardees of Baltimore County’s Community Heroes Awards, recognizing seven individuals from across the County who have made significant and meaningful contributions to their communities. “The dedicated community stakeholders who invest their time and energy to advocate for their neighborhoods and neighbors exemplify the leadership and passion that makes Baltimore […]

Baltimore County lane closures announced for August 16 – 23

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation has announced major lane closures for the coming weekend and week in Baltimore County. Officials say the closures could impact travel for those driving in the area. The planned closures include the following: Baltimore County  MD 140 (Reisterstown Rd.) between Pleasant Hill Rd. and Stocksdale Ave. – County Waterline Replacement and State Highway Improvements […]

Baltimore County fraudster sentenced to 30 months in prison for $1.5 million bank fraud scheme

BALTIMORE, MD—A Baltimore County man was sentenced this week to thirty months in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release in Baltimore federal court for conspiracy to commit bank fraud. The sentencing of 67-year-old Theodore Sapperstein, formerly of Pikesville, is the result of his guilty plea to conspiracy to commit bank fraud. He will serve 30 months in […]

46-year-old man killed in fatal Baltimore County motorcycle crash

PIKESVILLE, MD—Police are investigating after a 46-year-old man was killed in a motorcycle crash in Baltimore County on Wednesday night. At just after 9:15 p.m. on July 31, officers responded to a crash that occurred in the area of Park Heights Avenue and Hooks Lane (21208). Investigators say a 2020 Kawasaki motorcycle was traveling northbound on Park Heights Avenue when […]