Jury Selection Begins for One of Two Brothers Charged in Fatal 2025 Double Shooting

Dylon Tomlinson faces trial for his role in a deadly shooting that left one dead and one injured in Baltimore last year.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 9:52pm

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An extreme close-up of a single spent bullet casing, its metallic surface reflecting the harsh light of the camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually representing the physical evidence at the center of a high-profile murder trial.A stark visual reminder of the deadly toll of gun violence in Baltimore, as the trial of two brothers accused in a fatal 2025 shooting begins.Baltimore Today

Jury selection has begun for the trial of Dylon Tomlinson, one of two brothers charged in a fatal double shooting that occurred in Baltimore in January 2025. Tomlinson, 29, and his brother Darren, 31, are accused of first-degree murder, attempted murder, assault, and firearms offenses related to the incident that left 43-year-old Hassan Howard dead and another victim injured.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenge of gun violence in Baltimore, where high-profile shootings continue to shake the community. The Tomlinson brothers' trial will likely draw significant public attention and scrutiny as the city grapples with public safety concerns.

The details

Surveillance footage allegedly shows the Tomlinson brothers approaching a Dodge Ram truck on January 19, 2025 and opening fire, with one suspect shooting the driver, Howard, and the other shooting the passenger. Howard was pronounced dead at a nearby trauma center, while the other victim survived their injuries. The suspects then fled the scene on foot before escaping in a rental car they had obtained the previous day.

  • Jury selection began on April 10, 2026.
  • The trial is expected to begin with opening statements on April 13, 2026.
  • Dylon Tomlinson's brother, Darren, is set to stand trial on August 17, 2026.

The players

Dylon Tomlinson

A 29-year-old Baltimore resident charged with first-degree murder, attempted murder, assault, and firearms offenses for his alleged role in the fatal 2025 shooting.

Darren Tomlinson

The 31-year-old brother of Dylon Tomlinson, who is also charged in the 2025 shooting and is set to stand trial at a later date.

Hassan Howard

A 43-year-old Baltimore resident who was killed in the January 2025 shooting incident.

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What’s next

The judge in Dylon Tomlinson's case is expected to hear opening statements from the prosecution and defense on Monday, April 13, 2026.

The takeaway

This high-profile trial will put a spotlight on Baltimore's ongoing struggle with gun violence and the challenges the city faces in prosecuting violent crimes. The outcome could have significant implications for public safety and criminal justice reform efforts in the community.