The residents of Curtis Bay call for transparency in cases of youth crime

(WBFF) – The residents of Curtis Bay turn out frustration over anonymity, which was granted young criminals, which in their opinion contributes to a continuing crime in their community.

David Jones, a resident, said: “We want to be more able to know who these young people are and pursue them.”

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State law is currently protecting the identity of youth offenders and holds their names, charges and case results from the public. Critics argue that this anonymity exacerbates the problem of youth crime.

“Most of these young people create disaster and damage to these communities and have to be held accountable,” said Jones.

The problem was emphasized by a recently carried out case with four young people who crashed and killed a driver of Howard County last week. The police have announced the arrest of a 16-year-old male driver from Laurel, who is charged with car skytag and the illegal intake of a motor vehicle.

The Sheriff of Carroll County, Jim Dewees, emphasized the need for transparency and explained: “These children commit violent crimes and they are right back in their community and they don't even know. Because nobody will let them know.”

Proponents of the law argue that the shielding of identities for the rehabilitation of young criminals is of crucial importance. However, victims and parishioners are not convinced.

Jones added: “These young people still hide behind this anonymity and for the legislator that they try. They don't try enough. Because if this may happen to them, they will try.”