Southern District
Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash - Edgewater
24-734271
On September 22, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle crash on Solomon’s Island Road at Old South River Road South, just south of the South River Bridge in Edgewater. The investigation revealed that a 2020 Yamaha Motorcycle was traveling north on Solomon’s Island Road, approaching Old South River Road South. A 2003 black Expedition traveling southbound approaching Old South River Road South, began to make the left turn onto Old South River Road South when it was struck by the 2020 Yamaha Motorcycle. The driver of the Yamaha was pronounced deceased at the scene by Anne Arundel County Emergency Medical Services and was transported to the Medical Examiner's Office in Baltimore. The driver and passengers of the Expedition were transported to area hospitals for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The crash is currently under investigation by the Traffic Safety Section.
Vehicle 1:
2020 Yamaha Motorcycle
Daniel Joseph Helmly Jr
Fatal Injuries
19-year-old male
Lothian, Maryland
Vehicle 2:
2003 Ford Expedition
Non-Life threatening injuries
52-year-old female
Rockville, Maryland
Northern District
Robbery (Commercial) - Brooklyn Park
24-734167
On September 21, 2024 at approximately 2:05 p.m., officers responded for a robbery at the Dollar General located at 5107 Ritchie Highway in Brooklyn Park. The investigation revealed a heavy-set black female suspect entered the store and asked the employee for change. The suspect lunged over the counter, used a knife to prevent the cash drawer from closing and removed cash. The employee confronted the suspect who threatened to stab the employee. The suspect then fled in a light blue sedan. The employee was not injured by the knife. Officers searched the area but did not locate the vehicle or suspect. Detectives assigned to the Regional Crimes Unit are investigating and ask anyone with information to call 410-222-4730. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700.
Northern District
Robbery (Citizen) - Glen Burnie
24-734234
On September 22, 2024, at approximately 12:05 a.m., officers responded to the Union Church located at 681 Hollins Ferry Road, Glen Burnie, for a report of an armed robbery. A male operating a white and black sport-style motorcycle approached a 35-year-old male victim. The suspect dismounted the motorcycle and brandished a handgun, demanding money. After frisking the victim, the suspect stole the victim’s wallet and fled the scene. Northern detectives are investigating and ask anyone with information to call 410-222-6135. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700.