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Maryland Man Charged After Pointing Gun in I-95 Road-Rage Incident
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Charged Road-Rage Incident
On the morning of the incident, a driver traveling northbound on Interstate 95 near mile marker 72 in Baltimore County allegedly pointed a handgun at another motorist. The suspect, identified as Adam Kuper of Baltimore, was reported to have tail-gated the victim’s vehicle, swerved into the same lane, and braked in an attempt to cause a collision before pulling alongside the victim’s car and brandishing a semi-automatic firearm. No injuries were reported.
Investigation and Arrest
Maryland State Police (MSP) troopers responded to the 9:41 a.m. call and later coordinated with Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) police. After locating Kuper’s white Mazda CX-5 on the base, APG officers searched his vehicle and office cubicle, discovering a loaded black Smith & Wesson 9 mm handgun with 15 rounds in a backpack. Kuper initially denied possessing a gun, but after being informed of dash-cam footage capturing the road-rage behavior, he admitted to brandishing the firearm. He was taken into custody without incident and transferred to the MSP JFK Highway Barracks for processing.
Charges and Legal Status
Charging documents allege first-degree assault, second-degree assault, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, among other counts. The documents also note that Kuper does not hold a valid Maryland “wear-and-carry” permit. A bond hearing held on the following Monday resulted in a denial of bond, leaving Kuper in detention pending trial.
Official Response
MSP officials emphasized that the investigation is part of a broader effort to address gun violence on Maryland highways. APG police highlighted cooperation with state investigators and reiterated that the base’s security protocols facilitated the swift apprehension of the suspect.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
The three reports differ on Kuper’s age, listing him as 25 in two sources and 26 in another. No further details about the victim’s identity or any prior incidents involving Kuper were provided.