Update: The media staging area will be located inside the Erdman Shopping Center. Please use the Sinclair Lane entrance. Additionally, the 3800 & 3900 blocks of Erdman Avenue are currently closed. Please avoid the area.

The Baltimore Police Department is on scene of a Police Involved Shooting in the 3900 block of Erdman Avenue. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Central District Juvenile Armed Robbery Arrest On October 21, 2026, at approximately 12:45 p.m., officers responded to the 200 block of North Caroline Street for an armed robbery. Upon arrival, officers spoke to the victim, who reported being approached by two unidentified male suspects. The suspects forcibly took the victim's jacket and shoes, and one suspect reportedly brandished a black handgun. Following an area canvass, officers located a 14-year-old male and a 13-year-old male matching the suspects' descriptions. A black BB gun and the victim's stolen property were recovered. Both suspects were transported to Juvenile Booking for processing.

Southwest District Homicide Arrest In reference to the homicide that occurred in the Southwest District, detectives have arrested 38-year-old Eric Clayton Cooke of Baltimore. Cook was wanted in connection with the aggravated assult of 34-year-old Breon Turner that occurred in the 1900 block of Ramsey Street on October 14, 2026. Turner later died at an area hospital on October 19, 2026. On October 20, 2026, Warrant Apprehension detectives arrested Cooke without incident in the 4900 block of Hamilton Avenue. Eric Clayton Cooke was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was charged with attempted first-degree murder. Upgraded charges are currently pending following the findings of the Medical Examiner's Office.

BPD recently celebrated the men & women of the Department at our Awards Banquet, honoring members whose service & dedication to our city earned them Meritorious Service Awards. From recognizing our honorees & celebrating alongside their loved ones, it was a memorable evening celebrating the individuals who are makeing a difference. Congratulations to all of our award recipients! 📷 More Photos: flickr.com/.../10462.../albu…

A New Chapter Begins: Class 26-05 BPD is proud to welcome our newest Academy class! Recruits recently heard from Commissioner Worley and members of Executive Command about the importance of integrity, pursuing your passion, and the commitment it takes to become one of BPD’s Finest. We look forward to watching you grow, complete the Academy, and officially join the BPD family! #BPDStrong #LawEnforcementCareers #baltimore

End of Watch: October 20, 2010 – Police Officer Tommy Portz On this day, Police Officer Tommy Portz was killed in an automobile crash when his patrol car struck the back of a firetruck that stopped on Route 40 near Calhoun Street. The firetruck had responded to reports of an injured person lying in the highway median strip and had stopped in the left lane to ask a film crew if they had seen the subject. Officer Portz's patrol car collided with the back of the stopped truck at a high rate of speed, causing him to suffer fatal injuries. Officer Portz had served with the Baltimore Police Department for just under 10 years. We will never forget.

Join us for the Caregiver Resource Fair! 💙 📅 Oct. 20, 2026 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m. 📍 War Memorial Building, 101 N. Gay St. Connect with free resources & support for Baltimore City family caregivers! More info/ here: baltimorecity.gov/health/our…

Southern District Homicide Arrest Baltimore Police have charged 62-year-old Rodney Hall in connection with a double shooting that occurred on October 17, 2026, at approximately 10:45 a.m. in the 800 block of Bridgeview Road. Hall was taken into custody after returning to the scene shortly after the shooting. During the investigation, officers learned that one of the victims, 65-year-old Mark Lee, Sr., had succumbed to his injuries. As a result, the case was upgraded to a homicide. Hall is being held at Central Booking and has been charged with First-Degree Murder and First-Degree Attempted Murder. _______________________________________________________________________ Original Advisory Southern District Shooting Investigation On October 17, 2026, at approximately 10:35 a.m., Southern District Officers responded to the 800 block of Bridgeview Road in reference to a reported shooting. Officers arrived and located two males, a 65-year-old and a 24-year-old, both suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers rendered aid to the victims, and they were transported to an area hospital for treatment. A person of interest was taken into custody at the scene. Southern District Detectives are investigating this incident and are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2499. Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line, at 1-866-7LOCKUP. You may also text tips through the Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland website. ####

Eastern District Juvenile Stolen Auto Arrest October 18, 2026, at approximately 2:10 a.m., Eastern District Officers received a call for a stolen auto in the 1200 block of N. Gay Street. Officers began to canvass for the vehicle when one officer located the vehicle and attempted to conduct a traffic stop. The vehicle fled from officers. Officers later located it in the 2800 block of W. North Avenue, following a crash into a residence. Officers apprehended a 12-year-old male suspect without incident. Due to the 12-year-old’s age and his prior contact with law enforcement, BPD submitted a Child in Need of Supervision (CINS) referral to address the circumstances surrounding the incident to the Department of Juvenile Services. The suspect was released to a parent.

Media Staging Area will be located in the 2800 block of Edmondson Avenue.

Baltimore Police & PIO are currently on the scene of a shooting in the 2800 block of Edmondson Ave with multiple victims. Additional information will be provided once confirmed.

Join us for the next QUARTERLY PUBLIC HEARING with Judge Bredar: Monday, October 19, 2026, at 10 a.m. U.S. District Court, Courtroom 1A 101 West Lombard Street Baltimore, Md., 21201 Listen by phone: 877-336-1831 Meeting Access code: 9145466

Thank you Baltimore, for an amazing 2026 @baltrunfest! We’re grateful to the all the BPD members, law enforcement personnel and city agency memebers who worked together to help keep runners, visitors & spectators safe along the festival’s 26-plus-mile course. A special shout-out to Officer Rutherford, the @Signal13Found's Charity Chaser, who helped raise more than $6,000! Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s event a success! #BaltimoreRunningFestival #BPD #Teamwork #Baltimore

You might be bummed out about the concert being cancelled but we have Usher and Chris Brown at home 😂 Finish the lyrics BPD edition 🎶

Western District Homicide Arrest In reference to a homicide that occurred in the Western District, Baltimore Police have arrested 51-year-old Anthony Thomas. Thomas was arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of 40-year-old Dominique Wilson on October 14, 2026, in the 2400 block of Druid Hill Avenue following a dispute. On October 14, 2026, shortly after the incident, Anthony Thomas was taken into custody and transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was charged with first-degree murder, second-degree murder, assault and dangerous weapon charges. _________________ Original Advisory Western District Homicide Investigation On October 14, 2026, at approximately 5:24 p.m., Western District Officers responded to the 2400 block of Druid Hill Avenue in reference to a call of a reporter cutting. Officers arrived on the scene and located a 40-year-old female suffering from a stab wound to her body. Officers provided aid and CPR to the victim prior to her being transported to an area hospital for treatment. Despite life-saving measures, the female was pronounced deceased a short time later. A person of interest was taken into custody at the scene. Homicide Detectives assumed control over the investigation and are asking anyone with information to contact them at 410-396-2100. Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line, at 1-866-7LOCKUP. You may also anonymously text a tip by visiting the Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland website.

One Team. One Mission. This week, our recruits took the next steps toward becoming Baltimore Police officers as they officially entered the academy. The road ahead won’t be easy, but they won’t walk it alone. Ready to take the first step? The team is waiting. Click here: JoinBaltimorePD.org