Latest updates on Baltimore unrest and Freddie Gray case
Freddie Gray, 25, was arrested April 12 following a foot pursuit by officers in the Gilmor Homes area of West Baltimore, and he suffered a severe spinal injury while in police custody. His death a week later sparked protests over police brutality and unrest in the city — including looting and rioting — that drew international attention to the case. On April 27, riots erupted throughout the city; all told, 235 people were arrested, 20 police officers were injured, hundreds of businesses were damaged and 144 vehicles and 15 buildings were set on fire during the chaos that Monday evening. A citywide curfew was enacted and a state of emergency declared.
Below is The Sun's live blog coverage of the Baltimore unrest and riots. Live blog coverage began April 24 as police provided the first of many updates about the Gray investigation and continued until May 3, two days after Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn J. Mosby announced charges against the six officers.
April 27 riots coverage: Riots erupt: Baltimore descends into chaos, violence, looting | Baltimore rioting kicked off with rumors of 'purge' | Friends, family bid farewell to Freddie Gray | Damage and incidents of violence [Map] | Photo gallery | Video | Reader reaction [Map]
Key live blog updates:
April 25: Protesters clash downtown
April 27: Freddie Gray's funeral; first mentions of 'credible threats' and a 'purge' | Clashes with police at Mondawmin Mall, downtown | Police update: 'A trying and disappointing day'; pastors, Gray family speak on night of riots
April 28: Cleanup begins | Gang members call for peace | Tensions rise again | First night of curfew, unrest continues
May 1: State's Attorney announces charges against 6 officers
Visit our special section for the latest news and The Baltimore Sun's in-depth coverage on the Gray case and ensuing unrest.
Below is The Sun's live blog coverage of the Baltimore unrest and riots. Live blog coverage began April 24 as police provided the first of many updates about the Gray investigation and continued until May 3, two days after Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn J. Mosby announced charges against the six officers.
April 27 riots coverage: Riots erupt: Baltimore descends into chaos, violence, looting | Baltimore rioting kicked off with rumors of 'purge' | Friends, family bid farewell to Freddie Gray | Damage and incidents of violence [Map] | Photo gallery | Video | Reader reaction [Map]
Key live blog updates:
April 25: Protesters clash downtown
April 27: Freddie Gray's funeral; first mentions of 'credible threats' and a 'purge' | Clashes with police at Mondawmin Mall, downtown | Police update: 'A trying and disappointing day'; pastors, Gray family speak on night of riots
April 28: Cleanup begins | Gang members call for peace | Tensions rise again | First night of curfew, unrest continues
May 1: State's Attorney announces charges against 6 officers
Visit our special section for the latest news and The Baltimore Sun's in-depth coverage on the Gray case and ensuing unrest.
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About 10 fire companies fighting fire. Police with shot guns stand guard. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDpErFTWEAALyaZ.jpg
by Mark Puente via twitter 4/28/2015 1:25:07 AM -
Worshippers pray near fire. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDpFBmWWAAIqcLo.jpg
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"They need to have their butts at home" Vietnam vet Robert Valentine stands up to young protesters. #BaltimoreRiots cnn.it/1GC6Rahby Anderson Cooper 360° via twitter retweeted by justin_fenton 4/28/2015 1:27:39 AM -
Groups of violent criminals are continuing to throw rocks, bricks, and other items at police officers.by Baltimore Police via twitter 4/28/2015 1:28:03 AM -
In heat of the fire, this group forms a prayer circle, "Save our city, rescue us of God!"by Yvonne Wenger via twitter 4/28/2015 1:28:37 AM
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We are deploying resources throughout the city to ensure residents are safe. Despite our efforts, criminals continue to assault officers.by Baltimore Police via twitter 4/28/2015 1:28:56 AM
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Dispatch from Sun reporter Yvonne Wenger:
At least four fire companies worked Monday night to put out a blaze at a building under construction at Chester and East Lanvale streets, East Baltimore. The building was to be a 60-unit housing complex and community center for senior citizens.
The Rev. Donte Hickman of Southern Baptist Church across the street earlier had marched for peace in West Baltimore but was now watching firefighters battle the blaze.
He said he believed the riots in Baltimore was going to call attention to the suffering of so many in the city and force change.
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Shot of guys coming up to confront Chris Assaf before assault. Police were right around the corner, aware of looting http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDpGCCJWAAAQsEp.jpg
by Carrie Wells via twitter 4/28/2015 1:30:04 AM -
A large group of criminals are at the intersection of Monument St and Collington St. The group is looting & destroying property.by Baltimore Police via twitter 4/28/2015 1:31:15 AM
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The amount of unconfirmed reports popping up from all over the city are overwhelming. SE to NWby Justin Fenton via twitter 4/28/2015 1:32:09 AM -
"Vengeance is his, not mine," Deanetrice Fleming says as she points to the sky.by Yvonne Wenger via twitter 4/28/2015 1:33:05 AM
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Dumpster fire behind Rawlings Conservatory at Druid Hill Park.by Justin Fenton via twitter 4/28/2015 1:34:34 AM
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ICYMI: Closings and postponements in response to the riots.
Closings related to the rioting in Baltimore
baltimoresun.comAs violence erupted near Mondawmin Mall and rioters were reported to be heading downtown, businesses and government entities closed on Monday afternoon or postponed plans ( Please email coordinators@baltsun.com to make us aware of additional closings. ): -
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The church center was set to be completed in December. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDpCcqrW8AECAnO.jpg
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Statement by Attorney General Lynch on the Situation in Baltimore go.usa.gov/3BDTz -
Emergency declaration, National Guard activation don't affect individual rights, aren't "martial law," officials say bsun.md/1IgMsXJ -
DTLR Mondawmin ? ???? http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDpInT-WMAAboq2.jpg
by MSUFollowers via twitter retweeted by justin_fenton 4/28/2015 1:44:21 AM -
One of our photographers is at Mercy after getting jumped and attacked downtown; another reeks from 15 feet away of smoke from the fireby Justin Fenton via twitter 4/28/2015 1:47:40 AM
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O'Malley cutting short trip to Ireland amid unrest in Baltimore wpo.st/fUqE0 -
A large group of criminals are at the intersection of Monument St and Collington St. The group is looting & destroying property.by Baltimore Police via twitter retweeted by justin_fenton 4/28/2015 1:52:13 AM
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Abrasion to the face--right cheek. Pain okay; not the only one in emergency room who got beat up tonight. #baltimore http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDpLkeUW0AEIIFR.jpg
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.@BaltimorePolice confirm shots fired at an officer at Reisterstown Rd and Virginia Ave in Park Heights area; suspect ranby Justin Fenton via twitter 4/28/2015 1:56:40 AM
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School systems cancel Baltimore City field trips, citing violence
baltimoresun.comBaltimore public schools will be closed Tuesday after rioting broke out Monday across the city, and suburban school districts canceled field trips into the city over the next week. -
.@BaltimorePolice confirm shots fired at an officer at Reisterstown Rd and Virginia Ave in Park Heights area; suspect ranby Justin Fenton via twitter retweeted by cmcampbell6 4/28/2015 1:57:54 AM
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Story: Violent rioting rages across Baltimore baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/…&src=hash' target='_blank'>#page=1">baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/…by Jessica Anderson via twitter 4/28/2015 1:59:04 AM -
.@justin_fenton confirms w/ police that shots were fired at an officer in the area of Virginia Ave and Reisterstown Rd; officer was not hit.by Kevin Rector via twitter 4/28/2015 1:59:34 AM -
Video of the East Baltimore fire.
Three-alarm fire at Gay and Chester street
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Media Advisory: All media inquiries should be sent to newsbpd@baltimorecity.govby Baltimore Police via twitter 4/28/2015 2:00:04 AM
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Firefighters working hard to put out the flames on a senior center a Baptist choice was building bby Yvonne Wenger via twitter edited by Pete Sweigard 4/28/2015 2:00:15 AM
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"I have not made this decision lightly. The National Guard represents a last resort." - @LarryHogan quote, from @iduncanby Kevin Rector via twitter 4/28/2015 2:01:54 AM
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We are working side by side with our partners in the Baltimore City Fire Dept as they battle several fires in the city tonight.by Baltimore Police via twitter 4/28/2015 2:03:04 AM
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The church center was set to be completed in December. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CDpCcqrW8AECAnO.jpg
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Jesse Jackson: "What you’re looking at is the end result of mutual distrust between the people the police and something needs to happen."by Yvonne Wenger via twitter 4/28/2015 2:06:27 AM
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"Who would do this to our church," one woman sobbed. "Why, why?"
Three-alarm fire engulfs senior center under construction
baltimoresun.comA new senior center being built by the Southern Baptist Church in East Baltimore was ablaze Monday night — a huge, raging fire visible from blocks away. -
Thank you Dan. We had a busy night, and long weeks ahead. No pay, no fame, no fear - because we love our #Baltimore twitter.com/DanRodricks/st…by 300MenMarch via twitter 4/28/2015 2:09:18 AM -
Hogan to Obama: "I assured him that we weren't going to stand by and allow our city of Baltimore to be taken over by thugs."by Ian Duncan via twitter 4/28/2015 2:09:23 AM -
.@BaltimorePolice confirm shots fired at an officer at Reisterstown Rd and Virginia Ave in Park Heights area; suspect ran
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Jesse Jackson: "You’re looking at the actions of cynicism and hopelessness."by Yvonne Wenger via twitter 4/28/2015 2:11:37 AM