BALTIMORE, MD — Homicide detectives with the Baltimore Police Department have made a significant breakthrough in a case that initially appeared to be a tragic traffic accident. On July 25, 2025, 29-year-old Tyler Liggins, a Baltimore resident, was arrested in connection with the murder of 43-year-old Travon Booth, whose body was discovered in a vehicle following a single-vehicle crash on northbound Interstate 83 near the Ruxton Road exit.
The investigation began on July 19, 2025, when Maryland State Police responded to a crash on I-83. Emergency responders found Travon Booth, the sole occupant of the vehicle, unresponsive. Initially, authorities suspected the incident was a fatal traffic accident. However, the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner’s autopsy revealed that Booth had sustained multiple blunt force injuries, and his death was officially ruled a homicide.
On July 22, 2025, Baltimore Police homicide detectives were notified by Maryland State Police and launched a comprehensive investigation. Through meticulous forensic analysis, witness interviews, and examination of surveillance footage, investigators determined that the events leading to Booth’s death originated in the 1100 block of West Northern Parkway in Baltimore City. The details of the encounter remain under investigation, but the evidence pointed to foul play prior to the crash.
Detectives identified Tyler Liggins as a suspect in the case. On July 23, 2025, Liggins was apprehended without incident and transported to the Central Booking Intake Facility. He faces charges of first-degree murder, second-degree murder, first-degree assault, and second-degree assault. Liggins is currently being held without bail as he awaits a court appearance. Authorities have not disclosed a motive for the killing, and the investigation remains ongoing.
**Case Background**
The discovery of Travon Booth’s body in a wrecked vehicle initially puzzled investigators. The crash on I-83 appeared to be a standalone incident, but the medical examiner’s findings shifted the focus to homicide. The severity of Booth’s injuries, inconsistent with a typical traffic accident, prompted the swift escalation of the case. This development underscored the critical collaboration between Maryland State Police, the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, and Baltimore City’s homicide unit.
Travon Booth, born on February 12, 1982, was described by those who knew him as a reserved and kind-hearted individual. His violent death has left his family and community in mourning, grappling with the sudden loss and the shocking circumstances surrounding it.
**Community Assistance Sought**
Although an arrest has been made, Baltimore Police believe additional information may help further clarify the events leading to Booth’s death. Detectives are appealing to the public for assistance, particularly from anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the 1100 block of West Northern Parkway on or around July 19, 2025.
Individuals with information are encouraged to contact homicide detectives directly at 410-396-2100. For those preferring anonymity, tips can be submitted through Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP, where they may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
