Crime
26-year-old Tamir Davis and Darius Blalock killed after shooting in Cecil County
Two additional victims are currently receiving medical treatment at local hospitals.
Maryland State Police are conducting an in-depth investigation into a tragic shooting early this morning in Cecil County that left two individuals dead and two others injured.
Victims have been identified as 26-year-old Tamir Rasheek Davis and Darius Anthony Blalock.
Davis was transported to Christianna Hospital, where hospital staff later pronounced him dead.
The other deceased individual has not yet been positively identified, and authorities are awaiting autopsy results to confirm the cause and manner of death for both victims.
Two additional victims are currently receiving medical treatment at local hospitals; one is being treated at Union Hospital in Elkton, while the other remains at Christianna Hospital.
Their identities are being kept confidential as the investigation continues.
Troopers from the North East Barrack responded to the incident shortly after 6:00 a.m. following a report of a man lying in the roadway.
Investigators from the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit arrived on the scene and are leading the investigation.
Authorities urge anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or has any information related to the case to contact the Maryland State Police at the North East Barrack at 410-996-7800. Callers can remain anonymous if they choose.
Assistance in this ongoing investigation is also being provided by the Criminal Enforcement Division, Northern Region.
The investigation remains active as police work to uncover further details surrounding this incident.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.