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EDGEWATER, Md. — The quiet community of Edgewater is grieving after the heartbreaking and violent loss of 76-year-old Johanna Gibbs, whose life was tragically taken on the morning of December 11, 2025. What began as a call for help quickly developed into a full homicide investigation, leaving neighbors and loved ones stunned and searching for answers.
At approximately 8:00 a.m., officers with the Anne Arundel County Police Department responded to a residence in the 400 block of Linden Avenue following a report of an unresponsive female. When they arrived, officers located Johanna with visible trauma to her body. Members of the Anne Arundel County Fire Department were called to the scene, but sadly, Johanna was pronounced deceased shortly after their arrival.
The case was immediately turned over to detectives with the Anne Arundel County Police Homicide Unit, who began carefully piecing together the events leading to Johanna’s death. The Forensic Services Evidence Collection Unit meticulously processed the scene, while Johanna’s remains were transported to the Office of the State Medical Examiner for autopsy. The official cause and manner of death will be determined upon completion of the examination.
As investigators moved swiftly, they soon identified Johanna’s longtime boyfriend, 72-year-old Bruce William Dunham, also of Edgewater, as the primary suspect. Dunham, who lived with Johanna at the residence where the tragedy occurred, was arrested and charged with her murder. The arrest brought a measure of progress, yet it has done little to soften the tremendous sorrow felt by those who knew Johanna—a woman remembered for her warmth, her resilience, and the gentle presence she brought into the lives of others.
Her sudden and violent passing has left loved ones heartbroken and the community shaken. At 76 years old, Johanna should have continued living in the comfort of her home, surrounded by peace and familiarity. Instead, her life was stolen in the place she should have been safest. Friends, neighbors, and extended family now come together to honor her memory, reflecting on the kindness she shared and the many years of life she carried with grace.
Although an arrest has been made, detectives emphasize that the investigation remains active and ongoing. Additional information may still be critical in ensuring full justice for Johanna. Authorities urge anyone with knowledge related to the incident to contact investigators at 410-222-4731. Those wishing to remain anonymous may call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700, or contact Metro Crime Stoppers at 866-7LOCKUP or through their online submission system.
As the community mourns, one truth resonates deeply: Johanna Gibbs deserved safety, dignity, and peace. Her life mattered, she was cherished, and her memory will continue to shine in the hearts of those who loved her.
May Johanna Gibbs rest in eternal peace.
Gone from this world, but forever remembered.
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