BALTIMORE, MD – The Baltimore Police Department is urgently requesting the public’s help to locate 13-year-old Savanna Reames. Savanna was last seen on April 25, 2024, in the 1000 block of West Lexington Street. She is described as 5’4″ tall, weighing 115 lbs, and was last seen wearing a black hijab. Anyone with information about Savanna’s whereabouts is encouraged to call 443-984-7385 or dial 911.
- Bomb scare in Baltimore: Man busted for parking lot blast
BALTIMORE, MD — A 23-year-old Baltimore County man has been arrested in connection with an explosion that occurred over the weekend in the Southeast District, city police confirmed.
Brent Goetz was taken into custody on Monday in the 3000 block of Ross Avenue, one day after investigators allege he detonated an explosive device in a rear parking lot along the 6300 block of Eastern Avenue.
The incident occurred around 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 27. Responding officers found evidence of a detonation but no injuries were reported. Witnesses told police that both the suspect and several unidentified individuals fled the area following the explosion.
Following an investigation, detectives identified Goetz as the individual responsible for deploying the device. He was arrested without incident and transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility.
Goetz has been charged with possession of a destructive device and second-degree assault. Police have not released a motive or further details about the materials used in the explosion.
Authorities continue probe after device detonation in public area
Officials have not confirmed whether the explosive was homemade or commercially manufactured. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has not commented on whether it is assisting with the investigation.
The parking lot explosion led to a temporary lockdown of surrounding businesses and prompted a police sweep of the area, though no further threats were identified. Surveillance footage and witness statements played a key role in quickly identifying the suspect.
Police have not said whether the “unknown victims” seen fleeing the scene were targeted or bystanders. No arrests or suspects other than Goetz have been announced.
As of Wednesday, Goetz remains in custody pending a bail hearing. The case will be handled by the Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office.
- 23-year-old nabbed for detonating device in Baltimore
Baltimore, MD — A 23-year-old Baltimore County man has been arrested in connection with a destructive device explosion that rocked a Southeast District parking lot over the weekend, city officials announced.
Brent Goetz was taken into custody on April 28, one day after investigators linked him to an explosion that occurred around 2 p.m. on April 27 in the rear parking lot of the 6300 block of Eastern Avenue. The blast prompted a swift police response, but no injuries were reported at the scene.
Officers said both the suspect and unidentified individuals nearby fled before officers arrived. Goetz was arrested without incident in the 3000 block of Ross Avenue.
Key points:
- Explosion occurred April 27 in parking lot on Eastern Avenue
- Brent Goetz, 23, arrested April 28 and charged with possessing a destructive device
- No injuries reported; suspect arrested without incident
Investigation leads to swift identification and arrest
Following the blast, Southeast District investigators launched a search for the suspect based on evidence gathered at the scene. Within 24 hours, they identified Goetz as the person responsible and executed his arrest the following day.
Goetz was transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was formally charged with possession of a destructive device and second-degree assault.
Community remains on alert despite no reported injuries
Police said the device was detonated in an area where other individuals were present, although none remained at the scene when officers arrived. Authorities have not yet confirmed a motive or whether any targets were involved.
Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact police.
- Cops hunt suspects linked to fatal shooting and teen attack on Allendale Street
Baltimore, MD — Detectives are searching for individuals captured in surveillance photos in connection to a fatal shooting earlier this month on Allendale Street, while a separate shooting at the same location days later left two teenagers injured.
In the April 18 incident, officers responded to the 600 block of Allendale Street and found a homicide victim. Homicide detectives are now asking the public to help identify individuals seen in released photos who may be linked to the case.
Just over a week later, on April 26 at approximately 2:58 a.m., Southwest District patrol officers returned to the same block following reports of gunfire, where they found a 17-year-old male inside a home suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Key points:
- Police seek to identify individuals tied to April 18 Allendale Street homicide
- Two teens shot on April 26 at the same Allendale Street location
- Investigators urging public assistance through Crime Stoppers or direct contact
Two teenagers shot days after fatal incident on same block
Medics transported the wounded male teenager to an area hospital for treatment. While still at the scene, officers learned of a second victim, a 17-year-old female, who had walked into a local hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.
Investigators determined that both teens had been shot at the 600 block of Allendale Street, the same location as the earlier homicide.
Authorities have not stated if the two incidents are connected, and no suspect descriptions have been released in either case.
Police call for public assistance in ongoing investigations
Homicide detectives are urging anyone who can identify the individuals seen in surveillance photos related to the April 18 killing to contact them at 410-396-2100. Meanwhile, anyone with information about the April 26 shooting is asked to call Southwest District detectives at 410-396-2488.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-7Lockup.
- 12-year-old girl disappears in Middle River — have you seen her?
Middle River, MD — Authorities are searching for 12-year-old Daija McGraw, who was last seen in the Middle River area.
She is 4’11” tall, weighs 100 pounds, and was wearing glasses, a white shirt, and gray/white sweatpants at the time of her disappearance.
Police say she may be in the company of Jordyn McGraw.
Anyone who has seen Daija or has information about her whereabouts is urged to call 911 or contact Baltimore County Police at 410-887-0220.
- Suspect assaults teen, punches cops in wild Baltimore takedown
Baltimore, MD — A routine response to an assault complaint erupted into chaos Tuesday morning when a suspect violently resisted arrest and assaulted multiple officers in Baltimore’s Southeast District, police said.
Around 10:38 a.m. on April 29, officers were flagged down by a 17-year-old male who reported that he had just been assaulted. The teen pointed out the alleged attacker, who immediately took a fighting stance and declared he wasn’t going anywhere when officers approached.
As officers attempted to detain him, the suspect fled on foot. During the pursuit, he punched an officer and continued resisting arrest despite the use of mace and a Taser. The situation escalated as the suspect assaulted additional officers before being tackled and restrained.
Key points:
- Bryant Maurice Allen, 29, assaulted multiple officers after allegedly attacking a teen
- Officers used mace and a Taser before subduing Allen, who continued to resist
- Four officers, the 17-year-old victim, and Allen were treated for non-life-threatening injuries
Multiple injuries reported during violent confrontation
The suspect, identified as Bryant Maurice Allen (DOB 7/22/95), was eventually restrained using shackles after continuing to fight during the arrest. Four officers, the teen victim, and Allen himself sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
Allen, who police say is a repeat violent offender with more than 20 prior arrests, will be formally charged following his discharge from the hospital. Charges are expected to include common assault and assault on law enforcement.
Commissioner condemns attacks on officers, praises response
“This is just truly unacceptable,” said Police Commissioner Richard Worley. “Allen is a repeat violent offender who has been arrested more than 20 times by our members. We will not tolerate attacks on law enforcement or anyone in our community.”
The incident is now under review by the Baltimore Police Department’s Special Investigations Response Team (SIRT), which handles cases involving use of force or injury during police interactions.
A 29-year-old man is in custody after assaulting multiple officers and a teen in a violent confrontation that left seven people injured.
