By - Associated Press - Friday, May 7, 2021 BALTIMORE (AP) - Baltimore officials will soon begin sending some 911 calls to mental health professionals instead of police. Mayor Brandon Scott announced details of the pilot program Friday, noting that it will connect people to the care they need and allow police to focus on combating violence. The 911 diversion pilot will be run by the city government and a behavioral health nonprofit organization and is set to begin in June. TOP STORIES