Baltimore county woman busted in fatal domestic shooting

Baltimore County Woman Busted in Fatal Domestic Shooting

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July 2, 2025
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BALTIMORE COUNTY, Md. — Michele McCray, 42, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after a domestic dispute turned deadly Tuesday evening, Baltimore County Police announced.

Officers responded around 6:45 p.m. on July 1 to reports of a shooting and found 46-year-old Antoine Johnson suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives say all parties involved have been identified, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.

McCray was taken into custody and is being held without bail at the Baltimore County Detention Center.

Investigation remains ongoing

Baltimore County homicide detectives continue to investigate the case.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Baltimore County Police Homicide detectives at 410-307-2020. Callers may also provide anonymous tips via Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP.

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