Crime Report for Baltimore, MD : March 14, 2025
Friday, March 14, 2025
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Shooting Baltimore County Police Officer Shot in Premeditated Attack 2025-03-13 A Baltimore County Police Officer was shot on Thursday and is resting after undergoing surgery at Shock Trauma. The suspect, a lone male, walked into the Wilkens Precinct around 2:30 p.m., spoke with desk officers, then walked outside and around the side of the building, where he engaged officers in further conversation. After walking a few steps away, the man turned around brandishing a firearm and opened fire. The officers responded, and one was wounded in the torso. The injured officer is a six-year veteran of the force. The suspect was also injured in the exchange of gunfire and taken to a hospital for treatment. The incident was premeditated, according to the Police Chief. Crime Fiction Acclaimed Crime Writer Pelecanos Shares Insights at UMD Event 2025-03-13 George Pelecanos, a renowned crime fiction writer and frequent collaborator with fellow Terp David Simon, shared insights into his writing process and career at a University of Maryland event. Pelecanos, known for his authentic portrayals of urban crime and inequalities, discussed how his experiences growing up in 1960s and 70s Washington shaped his writing. He emphasized the importance of respecting diverse voices, conducting in-depth research, and living a full life to have something meaningful to write about. Pelecanos offered advice to aspiring writers, including reading voraciously and immersing themselves in the world around them. Criminal Justice Reform Report Exposes Stark Racial Disparities in Maryland's Criminal Justice System 2025-03-13 A report by the Maryland Equitable Justice Collaborative has revealed stark racial disparities in Maryland's criminal justice system. Black people make up 30% of the state's population but account for 51% of adult arrests, 59% of jail detainees, 71% of prisoners, 71% of parolees, and 53% of those under supervised probation. The collaborative, led by the Maryland Office of the Attorney General and the Office of the Public Defender, outlined 18 recommendations to address issues like racial profiling, housing discrimination, and the 'school-to-prison pipeline.' While the report faces potential challenges from the federal government and state budget constraints, the Attorney General vowed to implement the reforms despite the 'assault' from the Trump administration on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. |
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