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.
CONWAY, AR — One of the victims fatally shot during Sunday’s mass shooting at Fifth Avenue Park has been identified as Tatayana Penister, according to officials.
The deadly incident, which unfolded during a gathering at the park, claimed two lives and left nine others wounded.
Witness accounts and emotional social media posts have begun to shed light on the chaos and heartbreak experienced by those at the scene.
Latashia Winzer, a bystander who said she was with Tatayana when the shooting occurred, shared a powerful and emotional plea online, recounting her desperate efforts to save Penister’s life.
“I wish y’all would’ve helped when I begged for it,” Winzer wrote. “I wish I didn’t get tired. I wish my arms didn’t go weak. She did not want to die—she didn’t deserve to die. I swear I wish I could’ve done more. Y’all dead wrong.”
Winzer said she performed CPR on Penister until she could no longer continue, expressing deep sorrow and frustration over what she perceived as a lack of immediate assistance from authorities.
“Police didn’t do anything but stand over us. I begged for help,” she said. “She held on for so long. I’m praying so hard for her mom. My heart hurts. No mother deserves to get a call like this.”
The shooting took place around Fifth Avenue Park in Conway on Sunday evening, where large crowds had gathered.
Police said multiple 911 calls were received as shots rang out, triggering a swift emergency response.
Video captured during the event shows people fleeing in panic as gunfire erupted.
As of Monday, the nine individuals injured in the shooting were reported to be in stable condition after being transported to nearby hospitals.
The identity of the second deceased victim has not yet been released.
Conway Police have not released information about potential suspects or a motive.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Criminal Investigation Division at 501-450-6130. Callers may speak with any available detective. If the line is not answered, officials request that a message be left, and someone will return the call.
“This remains an active and ongoing investigation,” the Conway Police Department stated. “We ask the public to avoid the area while our officers continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.”
This is a developing story. Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.