Western District Homicide Arrest

On July 19, 2024, detectives arrested 28-year-old Tyrone Blackwell of Baltimore. 

Detectives believe that Blackwell fatally stabbed 33-year-old ​Devin Butler on July 5, 2024, in the 2400 block of West Lafayette Avenue.

Detectives transported Blackwell to the Central Booking Intake Facility, where he was charged with first-degree murder and additional charges. 

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Western District Homicide Investigation

On July 5, 2024, at approximately 11:00 p.m., officers responded to the 2400 block of West Lafayette Avenue to investigate a reported cutting. 

Upon arrival, officers located a 33-year-old male victim suffering from multiple stab wounds to the upper body. Medics responded to the scene and pronounced the victim deceased. 

Anyone with information is urged to contact Baltimore Police Department Homicide detectives at 410-396-2100.

Those who wish to remain anonymous may utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP. You may also submit an anonymous online text tip to Metro Crime Stoppers by visiting the MCS website.