Man Accused of Fatally Stabbing Friend in Baltimore

Terrance Jennings faces first-degree murder charges in 2024 incident

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The trial of a 36-year-old Baltimore man accused of fatally stabbing his friend in the chest over a year ago continued on Feb. 19 before Baltimore City Circuit Judge Chen Catherine, with counsel delivering opening statements before a panel of jurors. Prosecutors allege that on Nov. 6, 2024, Terrance Jennings stabbed 36-year-old Deandre Yelverton once in the chest following an argument, inflicting a wound that pierced the victim's heart and resulted in his death.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing issue of violent crime in Baltimore, which has struggled with high rates of homicides and other violent offenses in recent years. The alleged stabbing between two acquaintances also raises questions about the nature of disputes between individuals who know each other and the potential for such conflicts to escalate to deadly violence.

The details

Prosecutors allege that surveillance cameras captured the argument and subsequent attack, prior to which Jennings was reportedly heard warning Yelverton, 'I'll stab you.' Jurors can expect to view footage from the body-worn cameras of responding officers who attempted to perform life-saving measures on Yelverton, as well as photographs of the victim's body taken during his autopsy. The defense claims Jennings did not act with intent to cause serious harm, emphasizing the two men were long-term acquaintances.

  • The incident occurred on November 6, 2024.
  • The trial began on February 19, 2026.

The players

Terrance Jennings

A 36-year-old Baltimore man accused of fatally stabbing his friend Deandre Yelverton.

Deandre Yelverton

A 36-year-old Baltimore man who was fatally stabbed by his friend Terrance Jennings.

Chen Catherine

The Baltimore City Circuit Judge presiding over the trial.

Jerry Rodriguez

The defense attorney representing Terrance Jennings.

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What they’re saying

“I'll stab you.”

— Terrance Jennings (Alleged statement captured on surveillance footage)

“While the pair's interactions could occasionally become argumentative, such exchanges were not unusual for close friends.”

— Jerry Rodriguez, Defense Attorney (baltimorewitness.org)

What’s next

The trial is set to continue on Feb. 20 with additional witness testimonies.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing issue of violent crime in Baltimore and the potential for disputes between acquaintances to escalate to deadly violence, raising questions about public safety and the nature of relationships between individuals who know each other well.