Crime
Suspect with Rifle Opens Fire on Police in Active Standoff on Gray Manor Terrace in Dundalk
Barricade Situation in Dundalk Ends with Suspect Found Deceased
UPDATE: A barricade situation in Dundalk concluded Tuesday morning after an armed suspect was found deceased inside a residence from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to authorities.
At approximately 7:30 a.m., officers from the Dundalk Precinct responded to a report of a prior firearms discharge in the 2500 block of Gray Manor Terrace (ZIP code 21222).
While investigating the incident, officers came under fire from a nearby resident.
Law enforcement personnel returned fire and immediately initiated a barricade response.
Multiple agencies, including the Harford County Sheriff’s Office, Baltimore City Police, Maryland State Police, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), assisted in securing the scene and bringing the situation to a close.
No officers or civilians were injured during the incident.
Authorities continue to investigate, and additional details will be released as they become available.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
DUNDALK, MD – Authorities are responding to an active shooting situation in the 2500 block of Gray Manor Terrace, where a suspect armed with a rifle has opened fire on law enforcement officers.
According to initial reports, officers came under gunfire and have returned fire while calling for additional units and SWAT support.
Residents in the area are urged to avoid the vicinity and take immediate shelter.
Law enforcement officials have established a tactical response as the suspect remains inside a residence, actively firing at police.
Authorities are asking the public to stay clear of the area and follow all emergency instructions as the situation continues to develop.
Crime
4 Killed in Eden Crash at Carroll and Church Streets, Driver and Victims Identified
Michael Vernon, driver of dump truck involved charged.
A tragic crash in Eden, North Carolina, has left four people dead and several others injured following a multi-vehicle incident involving a dump truck and a utility work crew.
The Eden Police Department confirmed the incident occurred Thursday afternoon at approximately 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Church Street, Carroll Street, and Park Road.
According to a news release from the North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP), 66-year-old Michael Ray Vernon of Eden was operating a 2016 Hino dump truck owned by the City of Eden.
While traveling northbound on Carroll Street, Vernon failed to stop at a posted stop sign at the intersection with Church Street.
The dump truck proceeded through the intersection, striking six pedestrians—utility workers contracted through Carolina Power and Signalization—who were performing powerline work in the area.
The dump truck continued traveling north after striking the pedestrians, colliding with an occupied bucket truck before veering off the road and crashing into a ditch.
Emergency responders from multiple agencies arrived at the scene within minutes. Four of the six pedestrians were pronounced dead at the scene.
The deceased have been identified as:
- Douglas Garland Sides, 72, of Summerfield
- Madison Carter, 42, of Sandy Ridge
- William Evans, 35, of Randleman
- Matthew Lockwood, 30, of Winston-Salem
The two surviving pedestrians sustained life-threatening injuries and were airlifted to medical facilities.
They have been identified as:
- Hunter Carter, 24, of Reidsville – transported to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in critical condition
- Kevin Alexander, 34, of Eden – airlifted in stable condition
Cody Rich, 31, of Reidsville, who was inside the bucket truck at the time of the crash, was transported by ground to UNC Health Rockingham with non-life-threatening injuries.
Michael Vernon sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
He has been charged with a stop sign violation and misdemeanor death by motor vehicle.
Investigators confirmed that impairment is not believed to have played a role in the crash.
Further charges may be considered as the investigation progresses.
The intersection remained closed for several hours as law enforcement officers and emergency crews conducted their investigation.
The area was reopened to traffic at approximately 10:30 p.m.
In a statement, Duke Energy, which works in coordination with Carolina Power and Signalization, expressed condolences:
“We are saddened about the tragic event that happened today, and our hearts go out to the families and teammates of those involved. The safety of our employees, contractors, and customers is the highest priority at Duke Energy. We are working closely with law enforcement officials.”
The NCSHP continues to lead the investigation, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact local authorities.