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
Woman Fatally Struck by Semi-Truck on Birmingham Interstate Exit Ramp Identified as Shontea Baker
Authorities have identified the woman who was killed earlier this week after being struck by a semi-truck on an interstate exit ramp in Birmingham.
The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed on Friday that the victim was Shontea Renee Baker, 40, a Birmingham resident.
The fatal incident occurred at approximately 10:26 a.m. Wednesday on the Arkadelphia Road exit ramp from Interstate 59/20.
Emergency responders pronounced Baker deceased at the scene at 10:42 a.m.
At this time, no further details regarding the circumstances of the crash have been released.
The Birmingham Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident.