On Monday, the FBI confirmed an agent-involved shooting in Knoxville, Tennessee that resulted in the death of Roy McGrath, former chief of staff to Maryland Governor Larry Hogan (R). McGrath had been on the run for three weeks after failing to appear for a trial on fraud and embezzlement charges. Joseph Murtha, an attorney for McGrath's wife, described his death as an absolute tragedy. The FBI has not released any details about the incident.
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Six construction workers were killed Wednesday in a crash along the Baltimore beltway, according to Maryland State Police. The crash occurred when a driver of an Acura sedan attempted to change lanes and collided with another vehicle, causing the Acura to lose control and travel through a barrier opening into the work zone, fatally striking six construction workers. Maryland State Police are investigating the cause of the crash and asking anyone with information to contact them.
Lance Reddick, best known for his roles in "The Wire" and the "John Wick" franchise, has died at the age of 60 from natural causes. Reddick was born in Baltimore and began his career in theater before transitioning to television and film. He was best known for his portrayal of a Baltimore police lieutenant in "The Wire" and Charon in the "John Wick" franchise. His death is a shock to fans and those who knew him, and he will be remembered for his many memorable roles.
The US Marshals Service has launched an interstate fugitive investigation for Roy C. McGrath, 53, the former chief of staff to former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, after he failed to appear in court on Monday. McGrath is facing charges of wire fraud, theft in programs receiving federal funds, and other related charges in connection with an alleged scheme to defraud the Maryland Environmental Service. The Marshals Service is now seeking to apprehend McGrath and is asking anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact their local office or submit a tip online.
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a review of the Memphis Police Department in response to the death of Tyre Nichols, who was beaten by five officers from the now-disbanded SCORPION unit. The review will examine policies, practices, training, data and processes related to use of force, de-escalation, and other related topics. It is part of the Department of Justice's ongoing efforts to ensure police departments across the country are held accountable for their actions, and is expected to take several months to complete.
On Saturday, a tanker truck carrying a flammable liquid overturned and caught fire on U.S. 15 in Frederick, Maryland, resulting in the death of the driver and the spread of the fire to three homes and multiple vehicles. Emergency crews were on the scene within minutes, and the roadway was shut down in both directions for an extended closure. The cause of the crash is under investigation by the Maryland State Police.
President Joe Biden has signaled his support for a Republican-backed effort to rescind a Washington, DC, crime law, which has been criticized for being too lenient. The measure is expected to come up for a vote in the Senate next week, with Biden's backing and that of 31 Democrats in the House. West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin has also expressed his support for the effort. It is unclear if the measure will pass, or if Biden will make any further comments on the issue.
A 24-year-old suspect was apprehended by law enforcement near a shopping mall in Fallston, Maryland after shooting two Baltimore County police officers on Wednesday. The manhunt lasted two days, with police using spike strips to disable the suspect's stolen vehicle. The suspect is now in custody and the officers are in stable condition and expected to make a full recovery.