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Teen found dead after shooting in Howard County

By Christian Olaniran

Updated on: January 15, 2025 / 6:25 PM EST / CBS Baltimore

17-year-old identified in Howard County homicide

BALTIMORE -- A teen is dead after a shooting in Howard County on Tuesday, according to police.

Lance Carrington, 17, was found dead in the driver seat of a vehicle in the 6000 block of Helen Dorsey Way around 8:30 p.m. on January 14, according to police.

He had been shot at least once.

As the investigation continues into the shooting, Howard County Police is offering a $5000 reward for information in the case.

Detectives do not believe the incident was random, and that it was possibly drug-related.

There is no suspect information at this time, police said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 410-313-STOP or HCPDCrimeTips@howardcountymd.gov. Submissions may remain anonymous.

Christian Olaniran

Christian Olaniran is a digital producer for CBS Baltimore, where he writes stories on diverse topics including politics, arts and culture. With a passion for storytelling and content creation, he produces engaging visual content for social media, and other platforms.