Crime & Justice

by Mark ReutterMay 25, 2023

UPDATE: Former Baltimore County official pleads guilty to felony theft and perjury. Admits stealing more than $140,000 from former Councilwoman Cathy Bevins’ political campaign and a slate committee controlled by former County Executive Jim Smith.

Apr 18, 2023

Two years behind bars for Baltimore prosecutor who used his powers to stalk ex-girlfriends

The Brew broke the story of Adam Chaudry’s misuse of grand jury subpoenas to spy on and harass women.

Mar 21, 2023

Juan Dixon is out of a job after firing by Coppin State, while player who sued him is thriving in Georgia

Ibn Williams just completed a successful season at Morehouse College, where he played point guard for the Maroon Tigers, his attorney says.

Mar 1, 2023

Baltimore approves $6 million to settle suit stemming from GTTF car chase

Payment in connection with the fatal 2010 crash brings total payouts so far due to the corrupt police unit to $22.2 million.

Feb 26, 2023

Photo Essay: West Wednesday protest hits the 500 mark

Tawanda Jones did what she’s been doing ever since her brother’s 2013 arrest in Baltimore ended in his death – demand accountability. Images by photojournalist Joe Giordano.

Feb 16, 2023

Baltimore County operative is charged with embezzling funds from campaign accounts of Jim Smith and Cathy Bevins

As controversy swirled around Chris McCollum back in 2021, the powers that be in Baltimore County defended and protected him.

Jan 11, 2023

Outgoing Baltimore County state delegate hit with mortgage fraud lawsuit

Jan 9, 2023

Black couple sues Four Seasons Baltimore after “humiliating” experience

Jan 3, 2023

Hearing set Friday on Maryland Supreme Court rule to cut off public access to court recordings

Dec 1, 2022

Baltimore to pay $750,000 to victims of police officer who lied about alleged assault

Nov 10, 2022

Back pay to go to three Baltimore police officers cleared of crimes

Nov 7, 2022

Former player sues Coppin State over alleged sexual assault and blackmail by assistant coach

Special SeriesSep 15, 2022

Pushed back trial date gives Marilyn Mosby four more months on the job

Special SeriesSep 14, 2022

Marilyn Mosby trial, again postponed, not likely to get underway until next year

Aug 26, 2022

Two decades later, Ed Norris demands his city pension

Aug 2, 2022

Prosecutors: Mosby aware of tax lien she claimed her husband lied about and said was paid

Jul 28, 2022

Maryland lawmakers passed Dignity Not Detention to protect immigrants. So ICE detains them elsewhere

Jul 8, 2022

Hours after fatal encounter between driver and squeegee worker, Scott names new public safety chief

Jun 21, 2022

Online thieves extract $317,000 from city’s workers’ compensation account

Jun 16, 2022

After houses and a Pride flag are burned in Baltimore, the flags return – “We’re not cowering”

Jun 15, 2022

Baltimore sheriff’s no-show comes amid calls to end “traumatizing” eviction practices

Apr 14, 2022

Judge denies defense motions to dismiss charges against Marilyn Mosby

Apr 9, 2022

Federal judge walks back restrictions on media and public attendance at Mosby hearing

Apr 8, 2022

Judge places restrictions on media covering pivotal Mosby pre-trial hearing