Category Archives: Crime

Man Believed His Pasadena, Landlord Was Warlock, Killed Him

Defendant found not criminally responsible for first-degree murder, will be sent to mental hospital By Andrea F. Siegel, (The Baltimore Sun, 4/27/2011) A man who told police that he killed his landlord because he believed the homeowner was a warlock … Continue reading

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Bum on “The Block” Named “Big Ed” Fights Over Bottle of Natty Boh, Stabbed to Death With It (1975)

Man stabbed to death during fight on The Block over bottle of beer (The Baltimore Sun, 6/5/1975) A man police could identify only as “Big Ed” was stabbed to death with a broken beer bottle yesterday afternoon during a fight … Continue reading

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Charm City: 2nd Angriest City in America!

Men’s Health Mag Survey offers Gauge to the Rage According to a survey published in the March 2011 issue of Men’s Health Magazine, Baltimore ranked 2nd – behind Detroit – on their list of the 100 Angriest Places in America. … Continue reading

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Not All The Slammers At Memorial Ended In Runs

By Rafael Alvarez (The Baltimore Sun, 10/6/1991) Today is your last opportunity to be arrested at a major league ballpark on 33rd Street. And if it is your desire to take a little piece of Memorial Stadium with you as … Continue reading

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