Fells Point Safety Plan Tested This July 4 | Annapolis News

Annapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

Baltimore’s Fells Point is bracing for a packed Independence Day weekend with a new, secret public safety plan aimed at preventing the recent shootings and disturbances. Mayor Brandon Scott is keeping operational details under wraps to avoid tipping off potential troublemakers, while residents like Asia Dabner see hope in falling crime stats. But business owners like Kenneth Melvin are wary—fearing street closures could hurt foot traffic and deliveries, threatening their livelihoods. As the holiday looms, all eyes are on whether the city’s unseen strategy can safely balance security with…