Crime
16-year-old Lansdowne high school student killed in shooting outside campus
Baltimore County, MD – March 2025 – A juvenile male was fatally shot Tuesday afternoon after being approached outside a liquor store near Lansdowne High School, according to Baltimore County Police Chief Robert McCullough.
The shooting occurred shortly after 2:30 p.m. in the 3900 block of Hollins Ferry Road, near Kings Liquors.
Authorities say the suspect approached the victim, opened fire, and after the victim collapsed, fired additional shots before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.
The wounded victim attempted to flee toward Lansdowne High School but ultimately succumbed to his injuries after being transported to a local hospital.
The victim has been identified as a 16-year-old male and a Lansdowne High School student who was absent from class on the day of the incident.
While the shooting did not occur on school property, Lansdowne High School activated a lockdown protocol as a precaution.
In a letter sent to parents and guardians, school officials stated:
“This afternoon after dismissal, we received reports of a shooting that occurred at the shopping center across the street from Lansdowne High School. We immediately activated our lockdown protocol and contacted Baltimore County Police. Officers have responded to the scene, and we will remain in lockdown until we receive further instructions from BCoPD. All after-school and evening activities at Lansdowne High School are canceled. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.”
Baltimore County Police are actively investigating the shooting and searching for the suspect.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Baltimore County Police at 410-307-2020.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.