UPDATE: Several schools are closed Thursday as the search for the armed man continues. St. Joseph's School in Cockeysville is also closed Thursday.
(1/2) Due to police activity in the area, the following BCPS schools will be closed today, Feb.9 :
— Baltimore County Public Schools (@BaltCoPS) February 9, 2023
Cockeysville Middle School
Dulaney High School
Mays Chapel Elementary School
Padonia International Elementary School
Warren Elementary school
Police confirmed that an officer was injured during the barricade situation in Cockeysville.
Police say that the call to the 10000 block of Powers Avenue was for a person in crisis.
When officers interacted with the suspect, he discharged his firearm.
County Executive Johnny Olszewski says the officer has been released from the hospital.
I have also spoken with our injured officer and happy to say he is in good spirits and has now been released from the hospital.
— County Executive Johnny Olszewski (@BaltCoExec) February 9, 2023
Police have also revealed a photo of the suspect involved, he is identified as David Emory Linthicum.
Updated photograph of David Emory Linthicum. 24-year-old W/M (5’7 165lbs) with long auburn colored hair, and a beard. Last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black pants. He is armed and dangerous. If seen please contact 911. pic.twitter.com/e1EDMpWZs2
— Baltimore County Police Department (@BaltCoPolice) February 9, 2023
Police advises citizens to not approach the suspect but to call 911 immediately.
He is considered armed and dangerous.
Police are still on scene and the investigation is ongoing.
PREVIOUS STORY: There is a heavy police presence in the 10000 block of Sherwood Road in Cockeysville.
Police are asking residents in the area of Powers Avenue to shelter in place.
Residents are urged to find alternate routes in and around Powers Avenue and Sherwood Road.
This is a developing story and will be updated when we have more information.
(3:38 p.m.) #BCoPD is on the scene of a barricade situation in the area of Powers Ave. in Cockeysville. A media staging site has been established at the intersection of Ashland & York. Residents in the area please shelter in place for your safety. pic.twitter.com/DrNi8QTlm3
— Baltimore County Police Department (@BaltCoPolice) February 8, 2023
