Two unidentified suspects are believed to have attempted to burglarize the T-Mobile store in the Milford Mill Shopping Center in the 8000 block of Liberty Road this morning by driving a van into the storefront.

A passerby called 9-1-1 after seeing a Chevrolet conversion van being driven into the front of the store around 5:51 a.m. Two suspects exited the van but were still unable to gain entry to the store because of a security gate barring the window and entrance areas. They were seen fleeing towards the nearby Exxon gas station, leaving the van, which was later determined to be reported stolen, still in the storefront.

Police and fire units responded and secured the scene. BCoFD investigators determined that there is no structural damage that would cause the shopping center to be unsafe, but T-mobile will be closed since the van penetrated the picture window.

This incident will continue to be investigated by officers of the Pikesville precinct.

The operator of a motorcycle was killed when he collided with an SUV in Owings Mills last night.

Brandon Durell Holmes (30) of the 6000 block of Burnt Oak Road in Catonsville, 21228 was pronounced deceased at Northwest Hospital after his motorcycle struck a Toyota 4-Runner making a left turn from the opposing lane in the intersection of McDonogh Road and Winands Road just before 8 p.m. 

The driver of the Toyota, a 42-year-old woman, was also transported to an area hospital with minor injuries.

Police have identified the man killed in a shooting in Woodlawn Monday night as William Earl Clinton (39) of the unit block of Castleford Court, 21244.

Neighbors heard multiple gunshots around 9:30 p.m. in the 2500 block of Hallam Court. Clinton was found at the rear of the location a short time later. He was transported to St. Agnes Hospital where he later died from at least one gunshot wound to the upper body. No suspect was seen at the time of the shooting.

Police are asking anyone with information to contact police at 410-307-2020 or to submit a tip through Metro Crime Stoppers.

This incident remains under investigation by the Baltimore County Police Homicide Unit.

Reward Offered

Metro Crime Stoppers, an organization that is separate from the Baltimore County Police Department and Baltimore County Government, offers rewards for information in connection with felony offenses.

Anonymous tips can be sent to Metro Crime Stoppers by phone, text message or online.

Phone: 1-866-7LOCKUP

Text message: Text "MCS" plus your message to "CRIMES" (274637)

Web tip:www.metrocrimestoppers.org

Baltimore County Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who has stolen thousands of dollars worth of copper wiring from street lamps in Dundalk.

The ramp loops to and from I-695 at Eastern Avenue have become a bit darker since the beginning of April, when an unknown suspect began removing the copper wiring feeding the street lamps inside the ramp loops, rendering the lights inoperable. Not only does this pose a danger to drivers during the overnight hours, but the wires being taken are live, causing the potential for a fire or electrocution.

There have been at least 5 incidents of this occurring since April 3^rd, most of them happening during the early evening hours, the latest of which occurred last night. Area cameras were able to capture images of the suspect, including a brief surveillance video.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 410-307-2020. These crimes remain under investigation by the Baltimore County Pawn, Precious Metals and & Scrap Metal Team.

Reward Offered

Metro Crime Stoppers, an organization that is separate from the Baltimore County Police Department and Baltimore County Government, offers rewards for information in connection with felony offenses.

Anonymous tips can be sent to Metro Crime Stoppers by phone, text message or online.

Phone: 1-866-7LOCKUP

Text message: Text "MCS" plus your message to "CRIMES" (274637)

Web tip:www.metrocrimestoppers.org

Baltimore County Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a home invasion robbery in January.

Police were able to obtain surveillance video after the suspect attempted to use a debit card at an ATM in the 9000 block of Liberty Road following the robbery. They also located surveillance video of the same suspect in a nearby convenience store.

Police were called to the 8400 block of Charlton Road in Randallstown on January 28 after three suspects entered a home, displayed handguns, and stole the debit card along with cash, electronics, and other personal items.

Anyone with information on the identity of this suspect or information regarding the robbery or other involved suspects is asked to contact police at 410-307-2020 or the investigating detectives at 410-887-2575.

This incident continues to be investigated by the Woodlawn Precinct Investigative Services Unit.

Reward Offered

Metro Crime Stoppers, an organization that is separate from the Baltimore County Police Department and Baltimore County Government, offers rewards for information in connection with felony offenses.

Anonymous tips can be sent to Metro Crime Stoppers by phone, text message or online.

Phone: 1-866-7LOCKUP

Text message: Text "MCS" plus your message to "CRIMES" (274637)

Web tip:www.metrocrimestoppers.org

A pedestrian was injured in front of an Owings Mills Walmart Sunday night after being struck by a car on the parking lot.

The preliminary investigation has revealed at around 6:15 p.m. a 2012 Chevrolet Cruise was driving in the parking lot of the Walmart located at 9750 Reisterstown Road. The driver of the Chevrolet Cruise struck a 2014 Nissan Sentra, causing only minor damage, then continued toward the Walmart building where it struck a female pedestrian, throwing her several feet from the vehicle. The Chevy Cruise continued forward, striking the front of the Walmart building.

The driver of the Chevrolet Cruise, who may have been experiencing a medical emergency, was transported by medic to a local hospital for treatment. The pedestrian was transported by air to a local hospital with serious injuries.​

The Baltimore County Crash Investigation Team continues to investigate this incident.

Baltimore County Police are seeking the public's assistance in locating a woman missing from Essex.

Charlotte Slifker was last seen by her husband in their home in the 700 block of Norris Lane around 3 a.m. on Sunday morning. When he got up in the morning he found that she was gone. She has not been seen or heard from since. She is believed to have left on foot as she does not have a driver's license.

Charlotte Slifker is a 44-year-old white female, 5'5", 260 pounds, with brown eyes and long brown hair. She was last seen wearing a blue shirt and blue pants but may have changed clothing since she was seen.

Anyone with information on Charlotte Slifker's whereabouts is asked to contact police at 410-307-2020 or at the Essex precinct at 410-887-0220.

The Baltimore County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing endangered adult.

Andrae Mack, 28-years-old, was last seen in the 1500 block of Ingleside Avenue in Woodlawn on May 31. He is new to the area and takes required medication for an undisclosed medical condition.

Andrae Mack is 5’5” and weighs 155 pounds. He was last seen wearing a black shirt and blue jeans. He wears a belt with a silver plate on the front with some type of wording.

If anyone has information as to his whereabouts, contact police at 410-307-2020.

This disappearance is currently under investigation by the Baltimore County Homicide Unit.

The annual Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics will take place tomorrow, June 8 at 10:15 a.m. This marks 31 years of Baltimore County Police participation in the event. BCoPD is dedicated to raising money for and awareness of the Maryland Special Olympics.

The Special Olympics torch will be carried by both officers and Special Olympics athletes.

More than 50 runners will line up for the three-mile run that starts at Harford Hills Elementary School and ends at the Public Safety Building in Towson. The runners and other participants will then enjoy a cookout.

Baltimore County Police have raised thousands of dollars over the years to support the Maryland Special Olympics.

The Baltimore County Police Department is pleased to announce the graduation of the 36th Citizens' Academy Class. The graduation will take place tonight, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the England Dansicker Room located in the Public Safety Building, 700 East Joppa Road in Towson.

Chief Terrence Sheridan will present certificates to the graduates who completed the 15-week program. During that time, participants learned about the various units and the many aspects of law enforcement. Officers from specialized units such as K-9, Marine, Aviation and Tactical Operations spoke to the participants and described their duties.

The participants also learned about the precincts, narcotics identification and investigation. They sat in on lectures that covered media relations, community resources and criminal investigations.

The purpose of the Citizens’ Academy is to foster greater communication and relationships between the Department, the community and businesses. The hope is to establish a better understanding of law enforcement.

Police are seeking assistance in locating Dartanian Angelo Byrd, last seen early this morning in the 100 block of Fleming Drive, 21222.

Mr. Byrd is 6'2" with brown eyes and black hair and is 24 years old. Family is concerned for his well being.

If you have any information, please contact Baltimore County Police at 410-307-2020.

An officer and a civilian are in serious condition, and the suspect dead, after an officer-involved shooting following an armed robbery this afternoon in Dundalk.

Investigation has revealed that officers were dispatched at 2:49 p.m. to Dundalk Avenue and Avon Beach Road for an armed street robbery in progress. Officers had received information that a single male suspect approached and robbed two people at gunpoint. Police arriving on the scene were updated with information that the suspect fled the scene onto an Maryland Transit Administration bus. Police located the bus a short distance from the Logan Village Shopping Center in the 3400 block of Dundalk Avenue and initiated an investigative traffic stop.

When officers attempted to confront the suspect on the bus, he began shooting at the officers, firing repeatedly at them.The officers returned fire. After exchanging gunfire for an extended period, the suspect -- who has not yet been identified -- attempted to flee the MTA bus. He collapsed a short distance from the bus, suffering at least one gunshot wound, where he was pronounced deceased.

During the exchange of gunfire, one officer and one civilian each suffered at least one gunshot wound. The officer was taken to R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, where she is listed in serious condition. The civilian, a woman, was transported to an area hospital and is expected to survive.

Body-camera footage of this incident is part of the ongoing investigation. The MTA bus was equipped with working surveillance cameras, and any footage captured from these cameras will be part of the investigation as well. 

Police are investigating after a Saturday night shooting leaves one man injured. 

Police responded to the 6900 block of Eastbrook Avenue in Precinct 12 - Dundalk around 9:07 p.m. for a call of a shooting. One adult man was transported to an area hospital with at least one gunshot wound after an altercation outside led to the shooting. There is no information on his condition at the time of this writing. 

Police continue to search for the suspect who fled the scene following the incident. 

Police are asking anyone with information to contact police at 410-307-2020 or to submit a tip through Metro Crime Stoppers.

This incident remains under investigation by the Baltimore County Police Violent Crimes Unit.

Reward Offered

Metro Crime Stoppers, an organization that is separate from the Baltimore County Police Department and Baltimore County Government, offers rewards for information in connection with felony offenses.

Anonymous tips can be sent to Metro Crime Stoppers by phone, text message or online.

Phone: 1-866-7LOCKUP

Text message: Text "MCS" plus your message to "CRIMES" (274637)

Web tip: www.metrocrimestoppers.org

UPDATE (June 12, 2017 6:58 p.m.):

Baltimore County Police have identified the two people involved in this morning's murder-suicide in Catonsville.

Jenna Lilly (28) and Christopher Cleaver (33), both of the 2100 block of Rockwell Court, were engaged to be married. Police believe Cleaver killed his fiancé, as well as the family dog, a black Labrador Retriever puppy, before turning the gun on himself.

Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this incident.

Original Release (June 12, 2017 3 p.m.):

Police have discovered the bodies of a man and a woman inside a home in the 2100 block of Rockwell Court following an hours-long barricade in Catonsville.

Police were initially dispatched around 10:19 a.m. after a 3rd-party caller informed 911 that they believed there was a suicidal subject inside the home with a gun. Police initiated a barricade situation, closing surrounding roadways, while they attempted to investigate and resolve the situation. Once police were able to safely enter the dwelling they discovered the bodies of both victims, which have not yet been identified.

The Baltimore County Police Homicide Unit continues to investigate this incident as a murder-suicide, and to determine the relationship between the deceased man and woman.

The Baltimore County Police Department's 145th Recruit Class graduates Wednesday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place at Notre Dame Preparatory School, 815 Hampton Lane 21286.

Police Chief Terrence B. Sheridan will present the awards. Chief Sheridan and Karen Kruger, Executive Director of the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions, will present the diplomas. The Honorable Julie Ensor, Clerk of the Circuit Court, will administer the oath of office and Cantor Nancy Ginsberg will preside over the benediction and adjournment.

The recruits trained for 27 weeks and will spend the next two years in the field as they apply the skills learned in the classroom.

The following is a list of the recruits and their assignments:

Officer Maaz I. Bala is assigned to Precinct 1/Wilkens.
Officer Paris L. Balfour is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer Devante D. Barnes is assigned to Precinct 12/Dundalk.
Officer Evan S. Becketts is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Cameron E. Birkmaier is assigned to Precinct 9/White Marsh.
Officer Marshall S. Booze is assigned to Precinct 6/Towson.
Officer Brian T. Brown is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer Kimberlynn A. Brown is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer Andrew A. Carroll is assigned to Precinct 1/Wilkens.
Officer Michael J. Flaherty is assigned to Precinct 12/Dundalk.
Officer James H. Flynn is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Randhall E. Geffrard is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Shana Griffiths is assigned to Precinct 9/White Marsh.
Officer Priscilla P. Harshadavid is assigned to Precinct 4/Pikesville.
Officer Sabrina E. Howard is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Anthony L. Howes Jr. is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer Hannah M. Hurdle is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Davon D. Jacobs is assigned to Precinct 1/Wilkens.
Officer Dia K. Lawrence is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Timothy G. McQuaid IV is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer Dava L. Morris is assigned to Precinct 9/White Marsh.
Officer Mohibbur Mulla is assigned to Precinct 1/Wilkens.
Officer Khoa T. Nguyen is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Uzoma C. Nnadozie is assigned to Precinct 6/Towson.
Officer Carley E. Noppinger is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Cody E. Ordak is assigned to Precinct 11/Essex.
Officer Romario A. Orellana is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer Euricka M. Pindell is assigned to Precinct 9/White Marsh.
Officer Jacob A. Poetzel is assigned to Precinct 6/Towson.
Officer Timothy R. Rice is assigned to Precinct 12/Dundalk.
Officer Zachary W. Ross is assigned to Precinct 4/Pikesville.
Officer Rebecca J. Stafford is assigned to Precinct 12/Dundalk.
Officer Eric M. Stefanski is assigned to Precinct 12/Dundalk.
Officer Joshua X. Steward is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer Hayden J. Urbanik is assigned to Precinct 3/Franklin.
Officer Dillon D. Waugh is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer David T. White Jr. is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.
Officer Emily A. Wolford is assigned to Precinct 2/Woodlawn.

Cecil County Sheriff's Office

Cecil County Deputy Matthew P. Elliott
Cecil County Deputy Jonathan R. Lewis
Cecil County Deputy Kyle R. Pattman

The Pikesville Chamber of Commerce Officer of the Year for 2016 is awarded to Officer M. Canning #5556.

Officer Canning was one of the precinct leaders both in his squad and on his overall shift during the 2016 year. Officer Canning works the overnight shift and the majority of his criminal arrests and case clearances were from self-initiated investigations, rather than just responding to dispatched calls. He understands the importance of a proactive approach in effectively controlling and deterring crime.

Officer Canning is a young officer, but one who is dedicated to his position as a law enforcement officer. His experience in patrol has led to him becoming a thorough and intuitive investigator, the epitome of a good “beat cop.” One example of this occurred in December when he conducted a routine check of a registration plate on a suspicious vehicle. The vehicle was reported stolen in Baltimore City. Upon stopping the vehicle he spoke with the driver, a female who immediately explained that the vehicle was not hers but gave a reasonable explanation as to why it was in her possession, including the keys. Officer Canning made keen observations of her behavior and responses to questions and recognized that she was being deceptive. Ultimately he confirmed that the vehicle had been stolen from a hospital parking lot after the keys were lost. He was able to arrest the suspect, recover the vehicle and return it to the victim. During the course of the arrest he also discovered illegal drugs and paraphernalia, with which the suspect was also charged.  

Additionally, Officer Canning removed two illegal firearms off of the Pikesville streets. One was confiscated from a prohibited felon, who was then charged accordingly, and the other was confiscated during an arrest in an area identified with a crime trend. Both cases required keen investigative skills and proper documentation to ensure a successful prosecution of the suspects.

Another case exemplifying Officer Canning’s vigilance and dedication to his profession involved five suspects of thefts from auto in an identified crime trend area. Not a simple case, as each suspect stopped in a different location  in an area where a car was broken into. Officer Canning did an excellent job of articulating the facts of the case, resulting in the arrest and proper charging of five juveniles. The arrest and charging of juveniles holds additional procedures and responsibilities for officers, but Officer Canning did it with skill and efficiency.

A 20-year-old bicyclist was killed when he was struck by a hit-and-run driver last night in the 6200 block of Charles Street in Precinct 6/Towson.

Aaron Michael Laciny, 20, of the 1300 block of S. Charles Street, 21230, was transported last night with life-threatening injuries to Greater Baltimore Medical Center, where he was pronounced deceased. Investigators believe he was struck by two separate vehicles.

The Baltimore County Police Crash Team was called to the scene just after 10:30 p.m. for a bicyclist struck by a vehicle in the 6200 block of Charles Street in Towson.

Preliminary investigation shows that Laciny was operating a bicycle in the southbound  lane on Charles Street when he was struck by a motor vehicle. Charles Street is a four-lane road, and Laciny was riding his bicycle in the left lane, nearest to the center  line.

Investigation indicates that the vehicle that first struck the bicyclist failed to remain at the scene of the crash.

The bicyclist was struck by a second vehicle, a Cadillac automobile, as it came upon  the crash scene in the dark. The operator of that vehicle contacted police immediately and remained at the scene.

Investigators seek the public's assistance in locating the vehicle that initially struck Aaron Laciny's bicycle. Investigators believe the collision may have taken place somewhere near the area of North Charles Street and Charlesbrooke Road.

The vehicle involved in this collision may have front end damage to its bumper. Police ask anyone with other descriptive information about the suspect vehicle -- or with any other information about this incident -- to come forward as soon as possible. Contact police at 410-307-2020.

Laciny's bicycle was not equipped with reflectors or lights, and the bicyclist was not wearing reflective clothing. He was wearing a helmet.

The Baltimore County Crash Team continues to investigate this crash.