The driver of the 2000 Acura TL is identified as Johnny Johnson, 43, of the 2400 block of Francis Street, Baltimore, Maryland. He was charged on a warrant with manslaughter by automobile, homicide by motor vehicle while impaired by drugs, driving under the influence of drugs, driving under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of heroin, possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia and numerous traffic violations. T
The warrant was served on Johnson today by members of the Maryland State Apprehension Team with the assistance of the Baltimore Warrant Fugitive Task Force. He is currently being processed and held at Central Booking in Baltimore, pending an initial appearance before a court commissioner.
Investigators from the Maryland State Police CRASH Team, under the guidance of the Baltimore City States Attorney’s Office, applied for and obtained an arrest warrant today. Then, shortly after 1:00 p.m. today, Johnson was arrested without incident while walking to his residence. During this investigation, evidence has been obtained which indicated that Johnson had drugs in his system at the time of the fatal crash. The investigation is still ongoing.
“We appreciate the Maryland State Police for conducting the investigation that resulted in these serious charges,” said Gregg L. Bernstein, Baltimore City State’s Attorney. “We now look forward to prosecuting the case in court.”
Anyone with information regarding this crash is still asked to contact the Maryland State Police, Golden Ring Barrack at (410) 780-2700.
Submitted:
Maryland State Police
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