Dundalk, Maryland, December 31, 2025
Baltimore County police are investigating a suspicious death following a vehicle fire in Dundalk. Firefighters discovered the body of an adult male inside the vehicle after extinguishing the flames. The cause of both the fire and the man’s death is under investigation, with autopsy results pending. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information related to the incident.
Dundalk, Maryland – Suspicious Death Under Investigation After Vehicle Fire
Baltimore County police are investigating a suspicious death following a vehicle fire in Dundalk on December 29, 2025.
At approximately 11:40 p.m., firefighters responded to a car fire at the intersection of Dundalk Avenue and Bullneck Road. After extinguishing the flames, they discovered the body of an adult male inside the vehicle. The cause of the fire and the man’s death are under investigation, with autopsy results pending. The identity of the deceased has not been released. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Baltimore County Police Department.
Investigation Details
The Baltimore County Police Homicide Unit, in coordination with the Fire and Explosion Investigation Team, is leading the investigation. They are working to determine the origin of the fire and the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. As of now, no additional details about the victim or the cause of the fire have been released.
Background Information
Dundalk, located in Baltimore County, Maryland, has experienced various incidents in recent years. In February 2021, six individuals were charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of Rosario “Tony” Valenti outside a Dundalk restaurant. In June 2023, a 23-year-old man was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for stabbing a man in an unprovoked attack while unloading his car in Dundalk.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened in Dundalk on December 29, 2025?
On December 29, 2025, Baltimore County police are investigating a suspicious death following a vehicle fire in Dundalk. Firefighters responded to a car fire at the intersection of Dundalk Avenue and Bullneck Road, where they discovered the body of an adult male inside the vehicle. The cause of the fire and the man’s death are under investigation, with autopsy results pending. The identity of the deceased has not been released. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Baltimore County Police Department.
Who is leading the investigation into the Dundalk vehicle fire?
The Baltimore County Police Homicide Unit, in coordination with the Fire and Explosion Investigation Team, is leading the investigation into the suspicious death following the vehicle fire in Dundalk. They are working to determine the origin of the fire and the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. As of now, no additional details about the victim or the cause of the fire have been released.
Has the identity of the deceased been released?
No, the identity of the deceased has not been released. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities have not provided further details at this time.
What is the Baltimore County Police Department asking from the public?
The Baltimore County Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to contact them. They are seeking assistance from the public to help in the investigation.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The investigation is active and ongoing. Authorities are working to determine the cause of the fire and the circumstances surrounding the man’s death. No additional details have been released at this time.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Type | Suspicious death following a vehicle fire |
| Date and Time | December 29, 2025, at approximately 11:40 p.m. |
| Location | Intersection of Dundalk Avenue and Bullneck Road, Dundalk, Maryland |
| Discovery | Body of an adult male found inside a burning vehicle |
| Investigation | Led by Baltimore County Police Homicide Unit and Fire and Explosion Investigation Team |
| Current Status | Investigation ongoing; autopsy results pending |
| Public Appeal | Authorities urging anyone with information to contact the Baltimore County Police Department |
Now Happening on X
- @BaltCoPolice (December 30, 2025, 5:02 PM) Baltimore County Police Department announced a suspicious death investigation underway in Dundalk, linking to their official news release on the vehicle fire incident. View on X
- @FOXBaltimore (December 30, 2025, 6:22 PM) Authorities announced that the vehicle fire in Dundalk is now being investigated as a suspicious death after a man was found dead inside the vehicle. View on X
- @BaltimoreBanner (December 30, 2025, 9:02 PM) A man’s body was found in a burning car in Dundalk, according to police reports on the ongoing investigation. View on X
- @WBALradio (December 30, 2025, 6:00 PM) Baltimore County police detectives are investigating a suspicious death following a car fire in Dundalk. View on X
- @WMAR2News (December 30, 2025, 6:00 PM) Police are investigating after a man’s body was discovered inside a burning vehicle in Dundalk on Monday night. View on X
- @BaltCoFire (December 30, 2025, 12:35 AM) Crews responded to a vehicle fire at Dundalk Ave and Peach Orchard Rd, extinguishing the flames; one person had life-threatening injuries, cause under investigation. View on X
- @FOXBaltimore (December 30, 2025, 11:42 AM) A vehicle fire near Dundalk Ave and Peach Orchard Rd in Baltimore County is under investigation after one person was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. View on X
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