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Both men are sentenced to a combined total of 45 years' incarceration


Baltimore, Md (August 13, 2021) — This week, Edgar Nuñez, 47, and Darris Williams, 36, both pled guilty in separate cases for Attempted Murder and other related offenses.

Nunez was sentenced to 20 years, suspending all but 10 years, for Attempted Second Degree Murder and 15 years, suspending all but 10 years, for First Degree Assault. He was also sentenced to 20 years for Use of a Handgun in the Commission of a Crime of Violence, which will be served concurrently with his other sentences. In total, Nuñez was sentenced to 35 years, suspending all but the first 20 years, and 3 years of supervised probation. He must also serve the first five years without the possibility of parole.
Williams was sentenced to Life, suspend all but 25 years, and five years’ probation for two counts of Attempted First Degree Murder for a total sentence of 25 years.

Assistant State’s Attorney Jillian Chieppor prosecuted the Nuñez’s case and Assistant State’s Attorney Victoria Yeager prosecuted the Williams’ case.

Baltimore, Md (August 11, 2021) — Yesterday, Dominic Hammond, 31, was found guilty by a Baltimore City Jury for Prohibited Possession of a Regulated Firearm, Prohibited Possession of Ammunition, and Conspiracy to Wear, Carry, and Transport a Handgun. Hammond was sentenced to 15 years, suspend all but 10 years, with the first five years not eligible for parole. The sentence will also be followed by a mandatory three years of probation. 

Mother wrapped child’s body in blanket and placed him inside nearby dumpster

Baltimore, Md (August 10, 2021) — Yesterday, Alicia Lawson plead guilty to Child Abuse in the First Degree Resulting in Death. Lawson was sentenced to Life, suspend all but 30 years, and 5 years of probation for the death of her son, Malachi Lawson. Lawson's co-defendant and wife, Shatika Lawson, is still awaiting trial. 

Baltimore, Md (July 27, 2021) — Delvin Ford, Raymond Hamilton, and David Kelly have been found guilty of various offenses including drug distribution, firearm violations, and rape in their respective cases prosecuted by the Baltimore City State's Attorney’s Office. 

Despite being punched in the face repeatedly by the Officer, the victim did not strike back. 

Baltimore, Md (July 21, 2021) – Yesterday, a Baltimore City grand jury indicted Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) Police Officer Aaron Sewell on charges of Second Degree Assault and Misconduct in Office. An indictment is not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at trial.

"I will choke you. I will kill you," an officer said to the victim. 

Baltimore, Md (July 16, 2021) – Yesterday, a Baltimore City grand jury indicted Baltimore Police Department (BPD) officers Maxwell Dundore and Sergeant Brendan O’Leary. Dundore was indicted on charges of Second Degree Assault and Misconduct in Office.  Sergeant O'Leary was indicted on charges of False Statement and Misconduct in Office.  An indictment is not a finding of guilt.  An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at trial. 

Baltimore, MD (July 1, 2021) - This week, a Baltimore City Grand Jury indicted Brandon Gross for auto manslaughter which resulted in the death of Keyona Thomas on August 10, 2020, on the 5200 block of Wabash Avenue. 

Tucker was 17 years old when he participated in a robbery that led to the death of a minister dedicated to helping the deaf.

Baltimore, MD (June 25, 2021) –This week, a Baltimore City judge ruled in favor of a post-conviction settlement that resulted in the release of 64-year old Kenneth Maurice Tucker, believed to be one of the longest-serving “juvenile lifers” in Maryland. Tucker was 17 years old at the time of the crime and spent the last 46 years in prison. After a thorough review, led by the Sentencing Review Unit’s (SRU) Chief Becky Feldman, State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby agreed to support Tucker’s release.

Stephenson’s Leadership to Fortify Mosby’s Commitment to Just Prosecution, Advancing Transformative Justice and Supporting Victims of Crime in Baltimore City

BALTIMORE, Md (June 24, 2021) — The Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office announced today that S. Marie Stephenson has become the new Chief of the External Affairs division which encompasses the Communications unit, and the Mosby’s flagship Crime Control & Prevention and Victim Witness Services units.

Indictment Details Alleged Hateful Motive in Rampage of Multiple Asian-American Businesses

Baltimore, MD (June 7, 2021) - Today, a Baltimore City Grand Jury returned a 22-count indictment against Darryl Doles for the attempted murder, of several Asian-American business owners, and other related offenses which occurred on May 2, 2021. An indictment is not a finding of guilt. An individual charged by indictment is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty at trial.