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Sherlyn Ann Star Pitts

Death by Force
Case Description
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On August 26, 2023, a tragic incident occurred in Joppa, Maryland, resulting in the death of 65-year-old Sherlyn Ann "Star" Pitts. The event unfolded in the 300 block of Trimble Road, where deputies from the Harford County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of an active shooter situation at approximately 11:18 a.m.

Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds inside an apartment. Sherlyn Ann Pitts was one of four victims involved in what aut ...Read More
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  • Nottingham MD: Police: Joppa quadruple shooting suspect shot mother, cousins before killing himself; victims identified
  • https://twitter.com/Harford_Sheriff/status/1695815567456743892
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    Victim Details

    Sherlyn Ann Star Pitts

    Female

    Black / African American

    Joppa

    MD

    2023-08-26

    65

    Sherlyn

    Ann Star Pitts

    Primary Suspect Deceased

    11/06/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    My thoughts are with the family and friends of Sherlyn Ann Pitts and the other victims in this unspe... ...Read More
    06/17/2024
    Has anyone else been following the devastating incident in Joppa, Maryland, on August 26, 2023? I ju... ...Read More
    06/08/2024
    Has anyone else noticed how often family gatherings tragically turn violent? My heart goes out to th... ...Read More
    03/25/2024
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