SAO Press Releases
Murderer Sentenced to Life after Killing Father in Front of his Son
For Immediate Release 12/8/2015
Joseph Oglesby has been sentenced to life in prison for the first degree murder of Ralph Timmons. Timmons was shot multiple times inside a home in the 1900 block of North Bentalou street in April of 2013.
Baltimore Native and Actress Jada Pinkett-Smith Donates $10,000 to Baltimore State’s Attorney’s Office Emergency Fund for Victims and Witnesses of Crime
For Immediate Release
12/7/2015
The Baltimore State’s Attorney’s Office hosted its first annual Winter Solstice, benefiting victims and witnesses of crime on December 3, 2015. More than 250 individuals attended the event, raising a total of $31,350.
Two Men Facing a Maximum Double Life Sentence in Prison after Stabbing 17-Year-Old to Death
For Immediate Release 12/4/2015
A Baltimore City jury found Larry Gilmore and Ernest Flowers guilty of first degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder in the death of 17-year-old Dejuan Willis.
BALTIMORE STATE’S ATTORNEY’S OFFICE RECEIVES FEDERAL GRANT TO IMPROVE PRETRIAL SCREENING PROCEDURES
For Immediate Release: 12/1/15
The Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore City recently received a two-year, $425,000 grant from the US Department of Justice (USDOJ) to evaluate and reform the Office’s pretrial processes. Baltimore City was one of only four jurisdictions selected nationwide for an FY2015 Smart Prosecution Initiative grant.
Violent Offender On Probation for 2nd Degree Murder Convicted in Armed Robbery Targeting Woman
For Immediate Release 11/23/15
Jerome Wiley was found guilty Monday of ten charges stemming from his involvement as an accomplice in a robbery of a Baltimore woman. Assistant State’s Attorney Michael Hudak prosecuted the case.
Baltimore State’s Attorney’s Office Hosts First Annual Awards Ceremony and Benefit for Victim/Witness Services
For Immediate Release 11/21/2015
The Baltimore State’s Attorney’s Office will host its first annual Winter Solstice benefitting victims and witnesses of crime on December 3rd. At the event, the Office will also recognize the community leaders and staff whose dedication have contributed to making Baltimore City a safer place.
Man Sentenced for Double Shooting and Murder Inside a Nail Salon
For Immediate Release 11/19/15
Tremaine Washington has been sentenced to life suspend all but 40 years after pleading guilty to the first-degree murder of Truc Ly Nguyen and the attempted first-degree murder of Derrick Wallace.
Man who Stabbed Woman to Death Sentenced to Life Plus 3 Years, Victim heard screaming, “I’m Sorry!” Right before Murder
For Immediate Release 11/16/2015
Michael McCarthy was sentenced to life plus 3 years for the stabbing death of 28-year-old Tieisha Wilson. A jury found McCarthy guilty of first degree murder and carrying a knife with the intent to injure in August.
State's Attorney Marilyn J. Mosby Addresses Baltimore's 300th Homicide
“I am outraged about the city’s homicides. It’s not just 300 individuals, it’s 300 families and communities destroyed.
Double Homicide Results in a Double Life Sentence Plus 55 Years for Shooter
For Immediate Release 11/12/15
Devon Fergerson was sentenced Thursday to two consecutive Life Sentences plus 55 years for the brazen double murder of two brothers in Upper Fells Point. Fergerson was found guilty of two counts of first-degree murder, two counts of using a handgun while committing a crime of violence, and one count of being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm.