Baltimore fugitive wanted for violent crimes arrested during traffic stop in Harford County

Maryland Troopers arrested an armed robbery suspect following a traffic stop Wednesday in Harford County. Shortly before 3:15 p.m. on February 5, troopers were on patrol in the area of Brookside Drive at Treetop Drive in Edgewood, Maryland. According to a preliminary investigation, troopers witnessed a Honda Accord with illegal tinted windows speeding in the area, which led to a traffic stop of the vehicle.

The suspect, Lavonta Graham, 27, of Baltimore, was initially charged with possession with intent to distribute marijuana following the traffic stop. After a warrant check, police discovered that Graham had warrants out for his arrest, according to WBAL.

A warrant check conducted by troopers discovered that Graham was wanted for armed robbery in Baltimore County, along with first-degree assault, second-degree assault, reckless endangerment, illegal possession of a firearm and armed robbery in Baltimore City. He was transported to the Maryland State Police Barrack in Bel Air for processing.

During contact with the occupants, a probable cause search was conducted and suspected marijuana was located. Two occupants in the vehicle besides Graham were charged on a civil citation for possession of marijuana, according to Fox News in Baltmore.

(Source: Maryland State Police)

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