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14-Year-Old Female Charged with Arson After Setting Abandoned House on Fire in La Plata

14-Year-Old Female Charged with Arson After Setting Abandoned House on Fire in La Plata

Deputy State Fire Marshals have charged a fourteen-year-old female with arson charges stemming from a fire that occurred yesterday in the 9600 block of Docs Place in LaPlata. Firefighters requested investigators after extinguishing a fire in a vacant, two-story, single-family dwelling. On June 1, 2020, at approximately 7:30 p.m., firefighters from Waldorf Volunteer Fire...
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Pennsylvania Man Arrested in California for Impaired Driving After Striking Multiple Vehicles

Pennsylvania Man Arrested in California for Impaired Driving After Striking Multiple Vehicles

On Monday, May 18, 2020, at approximately 5:40 p.m., police responded to the area of Three Notch Road and St. Andrew’s Church Road, for a traffic complaint and possible impaired driver. Troopers from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack and Aviation Command Division, along with Deputies from the St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Office responded to...
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Prince George’s County Police and Internal Affairs Launch Investigation After Two Officers Caught on Video Showing Use of Force

Prince George’s County Police and Internal Affairs Launch Investigation After Two Officers Caught on Video Showing Use of Force

On Tuesday, June 2, 2020, Chief Stawinski and the Department’s Executive Command Staff became aware of a cell phone recording of two officers detaining a suspect at a Langley Park gas station. While attempting to handcuff the suspect, one of the officers kicked him twice. Upon reviewing the video, the two involved officers and...
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Prince George’s County Police Investigating Double Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision in Suitland

Prince George’s County Police Investigating Double Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision in Suitland

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision late Sunday night in the 5800 block of Suitland Road. The preliminary investigation revealed a Dodge Charger sideswiped two vehicles on Suitland Road before ultimately striking a pole. PGPD investigators are working to determine exactly what led to...
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Peaceful Demonstrations and March Planned at Governmental Center Today, June 3, 2020, and Friday, June 5, 2020

Peaceful Demonstrations and March Planned at Governmental Center Today, June 3, 2020, and Friday, June 5, 2020

On Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 6 pm, a peaceful demonstration is planned at the St. Mary’s County Governmental Center Campus in Leonardtown. Sheriff Tim Cameron and other elected officials are expected to make remarks to the group in front of the Potomac Building before participants march around sections of the governmental center campus....
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18-Year-Old Arrested After Shooting 14-Year-Old in Glen Burnie

18-Year-Old Arrested After Shooting 14-Year-Old in Glen Burnie

On May 21, 2020 at approximately 6:20 p.m. officers responded to the 100 block of Loyd Lane for a report of a shooting. A 14-year-old was located inside the building suffering from a single gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital with a non-life threatening injury. On June 1, 2020, after...
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First Responders Urge Motorists to Watch for Motorcyclists

First Responders Urge Motorists to Watch for Motorcyclists

Courtesy of the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, and Maryland Vehicle Administration – Motorcycles are vehicles with the same rights and privileges as any vehicle on the roadway. But in crashes, a motorcyclist is six times more likely to be hurt than a car driver. Motorcycles are smaller than cars and trucks, and it can...
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Statement From Charles County State’s Attorney Tony Covington on the Killing of George Floyd

Statement From Charles County State’s Attorney Tony Covington on the Killing of George Floyd

In 1963, while standing in the shadow of the Lincoln Memorial, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “We can never be satisfied as long as the Negro is the victim of the unspeakable horrors of police brutality.”  Since then those unspeakable horrors have relentlessly continued to be visited upon men of color.  The latest heartbreaking outrage...
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Maryland Reports 54,982 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases and 2,519 Deaths, An Increase of 807 Cases and 45 Deaths in Last 24 Hours

Maryland Reports 54,982 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases and 2,519 Deaths, An Increase of 807 Cases and 45 Deaths in Last 24 Hours

As of Wednesday, June 3, 2020, Maryland reports 54,982 confirmed COVID-19 cases, with 2,519 deaths. An increase of 807 cases and 45 in the last 24 hours. Negative test results now total 272,643 tests. COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 54,982 Number of persons tested negative : 272,643 Total testing volume : 380,716 Number...
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Maryland Reports 54,174 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases and 2,474 Deaths, An Increase of 1,396 Cases and 63 Deaths in 48 Hours

Maryland Reports 54,174 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases and 2,474 Deaths, An Increase of 1,396 Cases and 63 Deaths in 48 Hours

As of Tuesday, June 2, 2020, Maryland reports 54,175 confirmed COVID-19 cases, with 2,474 deaths. An increase of 1,396 cases and 63 since Sunday, May 31, 2020. Negative test results now total 261,640 tests. COVID-19 Statistics in Maryland Number of confirmed cases : 54,175 Number of persons tested negative : 261,640 Total testing volume : 366,331 Number...
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Police Investigating Arson Dumpster Fire in Great Mills

Police Investigating Arson Dumpster Fire in Great Mills

On Monday, June 1, 2020, at approximately 10:48 p.m., firefighters from Bay District responded to the 45800 block of Chancellors Run Court in Great Mills, for the reported dumpster on fire. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find fire showing from the neighborhood dumpster. On Tuesday, June 2, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office...
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Maryland State Fire Marshal Investigating Trailer and Barn Arson Fires in Calvert County

Maryland State Fire Marshal Investigating Trailer and Barn Arson Fires in Calvert County

On Monday, June 1, 2020, at approximately 9:33 p.m., firefighters responded to 2901 Yoes Corner Lane in St. Leonard, for a trailer and barn on fire. The owner is identified as Jean Estabrook, with the estimated loss of structure and contents at $25,500 Firefighters controlled the fire in under 20 minutes, with no injuries...
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FBI Seeking Information on Individuals Inciting Violence During First Amendment-Protected Peaceful Demonstrations

FBI Seeking Information on Individuals Inciting Violence During First Amendment-Protected Peaceful Demonstrations

The FBI respects the rights of individuals to peacefully exercise their First Amendment rights. Our mission of protecting the American people and upholding the Constitution is dual and simultaneous, not contradictory. Accordingly, we are committed to apprehending and charging violent instigators who are exploiting legitimate, peaceful protests and engaging in violations of federal law....
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Community Message from Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans

Community Message from Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans

My first priority has always been and will continue to be the safety of all Calvert County citizens. I am appalled by the death of George Floyd by a law enforcement officer and my condolences go out to his family. I want to make it clear that the men and women of the Calvert...
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AUDIO: One Firefighter Injured After 2-Alarm Townhouse Fire in Charles County, Cause Still Under Investigation

AUDIO: One Firefighter Injured After 2-Alarm Townhouse Fire in Charles County, Cause Still Under Investigation

UPDATE: On Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at approximately 12:30 a.m., more than 50 firefighters responded to 1069 Tanglewood Drive in Waldorf, for the reported structure fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a two story townhouse with fire showing, and upon investigation, firefighters found the fire spreading to the nearby townhomes and requested...
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St. Mary’s County Woman Arrested for Theft After Caught Breaking into Automobiles in Great Mills

St. Mary’s County Woman Arrested for Theft After Caught Breaking into Automobiles in Great Mills

On May 28, 2020 at approximately 2:30 a.m., Deputy First Class Lawrence, of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 22080 block of St. Clements Circle in Great Mills for the reported suspicious incident. The witness reported receiving a security alert notification of an individual on her property as well as hearing...
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St. Mary’s County Police Arrest Lexington Park Man on Multiple Drug Charges

St. Mary’s County Police Arrest Lexington Park Man on Multiple Drug Charges

On Friday, May 29 2020, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Vice Narcotics Division executed search and seizure warrants at the home of Charlie Earl Horn Jr., 44 of Lexington Park. During the search, Narcotics detectives located and seized a large quantity of US currency, various Controlled Dangerous Substances including suspected Oxycodone, Adderall, Xanax...
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St. Mary’s County Health Officer to Receive 2020 Health Care Hero Award from The Daily Record

St. Mary’s County Health Officer to Receive 2020 Health Care Hero Award from The Daily Record

The St. Mary’s County Health Department is proud to announce that The Daily Record has selected Dr. Meena Brewster, St. Mary’s County Health Officer to receive a 2020 Health Care Hero Award. As home to several renowned medical and federal institutions, Maryland is a national leader in health care research and development. The Daily...
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Huntington Man Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges in Prince Frederick

Huntington Man Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges in Prince Frederick

On May 21, 2020, Deputy Plant, of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to Wawa in Prince Frederick for a welfare check. The complainant advised a vehicle was parked in the rear of the building near the dumpster. Upon arrival, Deputy Plant and Detective Rector made contact with the driver, Brian Joseph Morgan, 36,...
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AUDIO: 34-Year-Old Male Transported to Trauma Center After Crashing at 150 MPH at Maryland International Raceway

AUDIO: 34-Year-Old Male Transported to Trauma Center After Crashing at 150 MPH at Maryland International Raceway

On Sunday, May 31, 2020, at approximately 11:20 a.m., fire and rescue personnel responded to the Maryland International Raceway located at 27861 Budds Creek Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported motorcycle crash with injuries. Firefighters on the scene reported a 34-year-old male on a motorcycle crashed on the drag strip, and came off the...
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Maryland’s COVID-19 Positivity Rate Drops to 10.9%, Hospitalizations at Lowest Level Since April 15

Maryland’s COVID-19 Positivity Rate Drops to 10.9%, Hospitalizations at Lowest Level Since April 15

Governor Larry Hogan today announced that Maryland’s COVID-19 positivity rate has dropped to 10.9%, and current total hospitalizations have fallen to their lowest level since April 15. Maryland’s Positivity Rate Continues Steady Decline. Maryland has now conducted 348,773 COVID-19 tests, including 9,412 tests over the last 24 hours. The state’s positivity rate peaked on April...
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Two Transported to Area Trauma Center After Three Motorcycles Collide with Vehicle in Charlotte Hall

Two Transported to Area Trauma Center After Three Motorcycles Collide with Vehicle in Charlotte Hall

On Saturday, May 30, 2020, at approximately 1:56 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of the PNC Bank on Three Notch Road and Oak Station Drive in Charlotte Hall, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving four motorcycles and one sedan. Crews arrived on the scene to find three motorcyclists...
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Two Injured, One Flown to Trauma Center After Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Motorhome in Charlotte Hall

Two Injured, One Flown to Trauma Center After Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Motorhome in Charlotte Hall

On Saturday, May 30, 2020, at approximately 12:16 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Three Notch Road and Mt Wolf Road in Charlotte Hall, for the motor vehicle accident reported serious, with one subject trapped and one unconscious. Crews from Charles County and Mechanicsville arrived on the scene within...
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Maryland Reports 52,778 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases and 2,411 Deaths, An increase of 763 cases and 21 deaths

Maryland Reports 52,778 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases and 2,411 Deaths, An increase of 763 cases and 21 deaths

As of Sunday, May 31, 2020, Maryland reports 52,778 confirms COVID-19 cases, with 2,411 deaths. An increase of 763 cases and 21 deaths. Negative test results now total 249,101 tests, and increase overnight of 7,172 tests, with the positive test results at 10.9% Number of confirmed cases : 52,778 Number of persons tested negative : 249,103...
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Criminal Citations, and Juvenile Referrals in Month of May, 2020

Criminal Citations, and Juvenile Referrals in Month of May, 2020

Criminal Citations: 05/15/20- Jimmy Willis Williams, age 32 of Callaway- Theft by Dep. Graves# 354. CASE# 30310-20 05/15/20- Lisa Ann Mattingly, age 41 of Great Mills- Theft by Dep. Graves# 354. CASE# 30313-20 05/17/20- Corinna Marie Jones, age 45 of Prince Frederick- Theft by Cpl. Seyfried# 217. CASE# 30511-20 05/18/20- Ricky Ray Adkins, age...
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