Everton Brown Shooting: Three Killed in Woodlawn, Maryland, Before Gunman Dies in Police Shooting
WOODLAWN, MARYLAND — The deadly Everton Brown shooting in Baltimore County, Maryland, left three innocent neighbors dead, another person injured, and the suspected gunman fatally shot by police following a violent attack involving gunfire, a house fire, and an explosion.
The tragic incident occurred on May 8, 2021, along the 7500 block of Maury Road in Woodlawn, a community west of Baltimore. Authorities identified the suspected shooter as Everton Brown, 56, a local resident whose actions sparked a major emergency response.
What Happened During the Everton Brown Shooting?
According to Baltimore County Police, emergency calls began arriving around 6:40 a.m., reporting gunfire and a residential fire.
Investigators said Brown forced his way into a neighboring home, where he allegedly stabbed and shot 41-year-old Ismael Quintanilla. Brown then reportedly chased 37-year-old Sara Alacote as she attempted to escape, shooting her multiple times.
Police said Brown subsequently opened fire on two additional neighbors who emerged from a nearby residence.
The attack claimed the lives of three people:
- Ismael Quintanilla, 41
- Sara Alacote, 37
- Sagar Ghimire, 24
A fourth victim sustained gunshot injuries but survived.
Everton Brown Fatally Shot by Baltimore County Police
Responding officers encountered Brown armed with a handgun near the residential complex.
Authorities reported that officers repeatedly ordered him to drop his weapon. When he failed to comply, officers opened fire.
Brown was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Investigators also discovered that Brown’s townhouse had been set on fire. A subsequent search uncovered homemade explosive devices inside one of his vehicles, adding another disturbing dimension to the incident.
Investigation and Community Reaction
The shooting devastated the Woodlawn neighborhood and raised serious questions about public safety, emergency response, and previous interactions between Brown and local authorities.
Following the tragedy, investigators reviewed Brown’s history of contacts with police. Authorities also released body-camera footage documenting the confrontation between responding officers and the armed suspect.
Community members organized support for the surviving victims and families affected by the violence.
The deaths of Quintanilla, Alacote, and Ghimire remain a tragic reminder of the devastating consequences of neighborhood gun violence.
The Everton Brown shooting occurred in May 2021 and is not a newly reported October 2026 incident. No verified new development was identified in the reporting reviewed for this article.