Joppa Man Shot, Killed In Edgewood, Harford County Sheriff Says

EDGEWOOD, MD — A Joppa man was fatally shot in Edgewood Friday morning, officials said. The shooting is under investigation, and the Harford County Sheriff's Office advised there may be a reward for information about the person(s) responsible for the crime.

Joshua Dwayne Crouse, 40, of Joppa, was found by deputies who were in the area on proactive foot patrol, officials said.

At 3:19 a.m., the deputies said they were walking in Edgewater Village when they heard a single gunshot near Grempler Way and Brookside Drive.

Within two minutes, they said they found Crouse in the road in the 1800 block of Grempler Way and started rendering first aid.

Medics from the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company also attempted to save his life but pronounced Crouse deceased at 3:50 a.m., authorities reported.

Anyone with information about the deadly shooting may call Detective S. Moro at 443-409-3154.

To remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward of up to $2,000, submit tips using one of the following methods:

• Send a tip online through Metro Crime Stoppers.
• Text the tip to Metro Crime Stoppers at 274637 with "MCS" plus the message.
• Call Harford Crime Solvers at 1-888-540-8477.