Baltimore man charged in stabbing of 15-year-old girl

Abubakarr Barrie, 23, has been arrested and charged in connection with the stabbing of a 15-year-old girl in northwest Baltimore. According to police, the teenager believed Barrie was an unlicensed taxi driver when he allegedly offered her a ride on Thursday, October 22.

Investigators report that Barrie took the girl to a home where he forced her into a basement and attacked her. The victim reportedly used a fire extinguisher to defend herself before escaping the residence. After fleeing, she sought help from neighbors to contact emergency services.

Barrie faces multiple charges, including attempted first- and second-degree murder, kidnapping, false imprisonment, and assault. Authorities identified the suspect using information linked to a Cash App account and a vehicle matching the victim's description. The teenager was treated at Sinai Hospital and was expected to survive her injuries.