Council Weighs Department of Neighborhood Safety
Baltimore's City Council will hold a final vote Monday on legislation creating a stand-alone Department of Neighborhood Safety.
Baltimore Crime News
For readers in Baltimore, this page covers law enforcement, the justice system, public safety and reported criminal activity. Coverage extends throughout the city and into the surrounding area.
Violence
Knott Faces Fourth Homicide Trial in January
Timothy Knott, charged in the 2024 fatal shooting of Anthony Pearson, is set to be tried again after three prior mistrials.
Sex Crimes
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Should universities prioritize financial savings over maintaining specialized crime victim support services in their communities?
University of Maryland Closes Baltimore ROAR Center
The institution is cutting seven positions due to a sharp decline in federal funding for victim services.
Law Enforcement
Baltimore Police Boost Patrols for Halloween
Officers increased enforcement in popular entertainment areas as drowsy-driving risks rise with the end of daylight saving time.
Drug Crime
Live Poll
Do you trust federal border officials to resist bribery attempts at U.S. ports?
Baltimore Man Indicted for Bribing Federal Official
Zen Aljufri, 61, faces two bribery counts for allegedly trying to pay Customs officers to release a kratom-related shipment.
Criminal Justice
Judge Sets Retrial for Man in Firefighter Deaths
Baltimore Circuit Court will retry James Barnett after a jury deadlocked in October on charges tied to a 2022 vacant rowhome fire.
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