Man charged with first-degree murder in death of woman found in Baltimore County home
Towson, MD — A 65-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder after the death of 69-year-old Patricia Watson-Geiger, who was found with upper body trauma inside a Baltimore County home earlier this month.
Baltimore County Police announced Tuesday that Karl Geiger has been formally charged and is being held at the Baltimore County Detention Center following his arrest in connection with the September 15 homicide.
The case began unfolding just after 8:25 p.m. on Monday, September 15, when officers were called to the 1200 block of Oakcroft Drive in the 21093 ZIP code. Upon arrival, police discovered Watson-Geiger unresponsive with apparent trauma. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators with the Homicide Unit launched an investigation and, within days, identified Karl Geiger as the suspect. The nature of their relationship has not been confirmed publicly, but police listed the case as domestic in nature in initial reports.
Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the killing. A reward of up to $2,000 is being offered for information through Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland. Tips can be provided anonymously by calling 1-866-756-2587 or submitted online. Additional tips may also be submitted via the department’s iWATCH program.
Baltimore County Police are asking anyone with information to contact detectives directly at 410-887-4636.
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Key Points
- Karl Geiger, 65, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of Patricia Watson-Geiger
- The 69-year-old victim was found dead in a Towson-area home with upper body trauma
- A reward of up to $2,000 is available for tips submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers
