Baltimore man receives two life sentences for July 2023 double murder
Vincent Harris was given two life sentences, suspending all but 120 years, for his role in the murders of Di'Shon Smith and Deshaun Waters.
Sex offender violated probation, sentenced to 20 years in prison
Daniel Truslow violated his probation by failing to register as a sex offender, not completing sex offender treatment, and not taking his prescribed medication.
Baltimore state’s attorney Ivan Bates to host citywide listening tour in October
The Baltimore City State’s Attorney’s Office will host its annual Legislative Engagement, Advocacy, Resource and Networking (L.E.A.R.N.) tour every other Wednesday evening during the month of October. The sessions will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at locations throughout the city.
Baltimore DPW ‘tainted’ investigation of trash truck death, state’s attorney says
State’s Attorney Ivan Bates blamed DPW’s actions for hindering the investigation of Timothy Cartwell’s death last November, stating that because of the agency’s handling of the scene, prosecutors “do not have the evidence we would need to adequately investigate and determine” if the driver should be charged with manslaughter.
Repeat offender sentenced to life plus 35 years for deadly shooting in Baltimore
Amir Barnes-Henderson, a repeat violent offender with prior handgun convictions, was found guilty of first-degree murder and multiple related charges.
Baltimore man handed consecutive life sentences for gunning down two women on home porch
On Monday Dandre Woods-Bethel was handed two Life sentences for shooting and killing Michelle Green and Julie Rice on Clifton Park Terrace.
Baltimore State’s Attorney Bates talks progress on crime, community safety
Bates notes that his office jailed 2,200 repeat violent offenders, compared to 1,000 under the previous administration.
'Do a better job': Ivan Bates wants state legislature to change repeat juvenile offender laws
"I applaud Ivan's efforts in doing this. I think he's got a good mindset, but it has got to be a collaborative approach in partnership with (the Department of Juvenile Services)," said Sen. Bill Folden, R-District 4.
Ivan Bates hears concerns from residents during neighborhood walk -
Bates walked with residents through all three neighborhoods Wednesday night. Residents near Gwynns Falls Parkway and North Hilton Street in Baltimore are urging city leaders to address issues with squeegeeing and panhandling. It comes amid a meeting between Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates and Gwynns Falls, Hanlon and Auchentroly Terrace residents on Wednesday to discuss their concerns and tour their communities.