Baltimore Officer’s Fate in Judge’s Hands | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Baltimore Police Officer Robert Parks’ high-stakes trial ended with closing arguments, leaving the fate of his career in Judge Dana M. Middleton’s hands—no jury, just a judge weighing viral video evidence, conflicting testimony, and serious charges including attempted murder. Parks claims he chased a man he believed was armed, but prosecutors question why he didn’t report that threat before the chase. The video shows his car dangerously close to the man—and defense lawyers may struggle to refute it. With deliberations underway, the verdict could shake the city’s trust in its law enforcement…