Crime
2 wounded after shooting in Annapolis
Anne Arundel County Police are on the scene of a reported shooting in the 700 block of Newtowne Drive in Annapolis, Maryland.
Authorities have confirmed two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
According to initial reports, one victim sustained a gunshot wound to the leg, while the second victim was struck in the back.
Emergency medical personnel responded promptly, and two Maryland State Police medevac helicopters have been requested to transport the victims to trauma centers for urgent medical care.
Police remain on the scene conducting an active investigation.
No further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting or potential suspects have been released at this time.
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.