Baltimore City State's Attorney's Office

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week starts today. Throughout the week, State’s Attorney Bates and our Victim Witness staff will share why this work matters and how we stand with victims and families every day. #NCVRW2026

Tune in to @WEAA889 today at 4:45 for an interview with State's Attorney @ivanjbates and Dr. Kaye 🎧 weaa.org

I’ve seen Baltimore experience four homicides in a day - even the span of a few hours - countless times. April just saw 4 homicides for the entire month, a single-month, all-time low for the records we have going back to 1970. @alex_mann10 reports thebanner.com/community/loca…

State's Attorney Issues Statement on Record Low Homicides for April

#ICYMI Sentencing Alert: Harbor East Homicide Defendant Sentenced to Life in Prison - stattorney.org/media-center/p…

As National Crime Victims’ Rights Week comes to a close, State’s Attorney Bates reflects on what more must be done to better support victims and witnesses across Maryland — and why this work must remain a priority. #NCVRW2026

Access to support should never depend on language. Today, hear from Eve, one of our bilingual Victim Witness team members, about how she helps make our office more accessible for Spanish-speaking individuals in need of services. #NCVRW2026

Compassion can make all the difference during someone’s hardest moments. Today, hear from Nikki, one of our Victim Witness Coordinators, about how her own experience as a survivor shapes the support she provides to victims and witnesses. #NCVRW2026

This Earth Day, we’re reminded that the health of our planet is deeply connected to the health and safety of our communities. Clean air, safe water, and a sustainable environment are essential to public well-being and justice. 🌎

The impact of violent crime reaches far beyond the courtroom. Today, hear from Kim Holmes, Director of our Family Bereavement Center, about how she got into the role of helping families grieve the loss of a loved one to homicide. #NCVRW2026

For many on our team, this work is more than a job — it’s personal. Today, hear from Sarah, Deputy Chief of our Victim Witness Unit, as she shares why supporting victims and witnesses means so much to her. #NCVRW2026

Every victim deserves to be heard, supported, and treated with dignity. Today, hear from Amanda, Chief of our Victim Witness Unit, on why this work is so important and how her team helps people navigate the justice process. #NCVRW2026

Conviction Alert: Bryan Cherry was found guilty by a Baltimore City jury of First-Degree Murder and Deadly Weapon

Several Baltimore-area men are facing charges today, stemming from a joint-agency takedown of a drug trafficking organization (DTO) operating in the 500 block of Sheridan Avenue in North Baltimore. @USAO_MD announced it filed charges against the men in connection with the operation with @ATFBaltimore @BaltimorePolice @BaltimoreSAO Learn more at justice.gov/usao-md/pr/mul….

Maryland US Attorney Kelly Hayes along with ATF and city officials announce takedown of a North Baltimore drug crew

Happening Now: State's Attorney @ivanjbates joins our federal and local law enforcement partners to announce the takedown of a drug trafficking organization operating in the 500 block of Sheridan Avenue. Watch live at: facebook.com/BaltimoreCityP…

Sentencing Alert: Defendant Antonio Grant was sentenced to 80 years of incarceration, with the first 15 years ineligible for parole, for two counts of 1st Degree Assault, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Crime of Violence, and related charges. stattorney.org/media-center/p…

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We were honored to join the community today in celebrating the street naming for Al Wylie—founder of Wylie Funeral Homes, P.A.—on his 80th birthday. For more than 30 years, Mr. Wylie has served the Greater Baltimore area with compassion, dignity, and unwavering commitment.

As Passover comes to a close, we extend our warmest wishes to all who celebrate. May the final day bring reflection, gratitude, and a meaningful Moshiach’s Feast filled with hope, renewal, and community.