Filed Under:Baltimore County, Baltimore County police, chief sheridan, Don Mohler, Pittsburgh, sysagogues


Baltimore Co. , MD (WJZ)– Baltimore County Executive Don Mohler says the county is taking extra measures to increase security around the area synagogues following the deadly shooting that has left at least 11 dead and 3 officers shot in Pittsburgh.

Baltimore County Police Chief Sheridan told Mohler they will increase security as a precaution in light of the tragedy in Pittsburgh.

Baltimore City Police also say their officers will be paying special attention to all synagogues, church and religious institutions in the city today.

WJZ would bring you more information about the shooting in Pittsburgh and the local response as more information becomes available.

Follow @WJZ on Twitter and like WJZ-TV | CBS Baltimore on Facebook