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Prince George’s County Police Department Investigating Double Shooting, 16-Year-Old Dies from Injuries

Prince George’s County Police Department Investigating Double Shooting, 16-Year-Old Dies from Injuries

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is leading the investigation into a fatal shooting that occurred in Oxon Hill. The victim is 16-year-old De’Marco Bradford of Washington, DC. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. On Monday, April 22,...
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Two St. Charles High School Staff Assaulted During Student Altercation, Police Investigating

Two St. Charles High School Staff Assaulted During Student Altercation, Police Investigating

St. Charles High School Press Release: “I want to share information with you about an incident that happened at St. Charles High School that impacted our school day. “This morning, a group of students engaged in a large physical altercation during a class change. They continued and did not follow initial redirection from staff....
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Prince George’s County Retired Senior Reeling After $50,000 Lottery Win

Prince George’s County Retired Senior Reeling After $50,000 Lottery Win

He was “stunned and overwhelmed” after discovering Feb. 5 win A Prince George’s County man is dancing with a little more energy today as he claimed a $50,000 Pick 5 prize. According to the big winner, he likes the number 20783 and has played it for over a year. That persistence paid off. He...
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14-Year-Old Charged After Armed Robbery of Jacket and Shoes Near Waldorf Mall

14-Year-Old Charged After Armed Robbery of Jacket and Shoes Near Waldorf Mall

On Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 9:55 p.m., patrol officers responded to Mall Circle Drive for the report of an armed robbery. A preliminary investigation showed the victim was walking in the parking lot when he was approached by a group of males who brandished a firearm and demanded the victim’s jacket and shoes....
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Six New Police Officers from Charles County Graduate Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy – Session 53

Six New Police Officers from Charles County Graduate Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy – Session 53

Charles County Sheriff Troy D. Berry is proud to announce six new officers will join the Charles County Sheriff’s Office after graduating from the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy (SMCJA) Police Entrance Level Training Program. The officers were among 20 candidates – six with Calvert County and eight with St. Mary’s County – who...
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St. Mary’s County Animal Shelter Officially Reopening to the Public

St. Mary’s County Animal Shelter Officially Reopening to the Public

The St. Mary’s County Animal Adoption & Resource Center will reopen its doors to the public on, Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at noon and resume normal operations, after announcing a temporary pause to adoptions and non-emergency animal intakes earlier this month due to a respiratory outbreak in the shelter. “We are deeply grateful for...
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Police in Calvert County Investigating Motorcycle Crash in Owings That Killed 52-Year-Old North Beach Man

Police in Calvert County Investigating Motorcycle Crash in Owings That Killed 52-Year-Old North Beach Man

On April 29, 2024, at approximately 6:26 p.m., deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau responded to the 3700 block of Chaneyville Road in Owings, for the report of a motorcycle crash. Upon arrival, units discovered a motorcycle just off the roadway and the operator of the motorcycle was deceased. The Crash...
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Woman Flown Out with Serious Injuries After Horse and Buggy Accident with SUV in Leonardtown

Woman Flown Out with Serious Injuries After Horse and Buggy Accident with SUV in Leonardtown

On April 30, 2024, at approximately 7:50 a.m., Police fire and rescue personnel responded to Loveville Road in the area of Busy Corner Road in Leonardtown for a serious motor vehicle accident involving a horse and buggy. Crews arrived at the scene to find a rear-end collision involving a SUV and an Amish buggy...
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Letter to the Editor: St Mary’s County Proposed Animal Ordinance Meeting on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024

Letter to the Editor: St Mary’s County Proposed Animal Ordinance Meeting on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024

Letter to the Editor: On Tues, April 30th, 2024, there will be a public forum in front of the St. Mary’s County Commissioners to discuss the proposed animal ordinance at 6:30 p.m., at the Chesapeake Building at 41770 Baldridge St, Leonardtown. Citizens will be allowed to voice their concerns. You will need to sign...
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Commissioners of St. Mary’s County to Host Public Forum on May 7, 2024

Commissioners of St. Mary’s County to Host Public Forum on May 7, 2024

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) will host a Public Forum on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in the CSMC meeting room in the Chesapeake Building, located at 41770 Baldridge Street in Leonardtown. Public Forums allow residents to speak directly to the Commissioners on topics of their choosing. Residents may offer...
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La Plata Police Department Unveils Special Olympics Maryland Public/Private Partnership Vehicle

La Plata Police Department Unveils Special Olympics Maryland Public/Private Partnership Vehicle

The La Plata Police Department (LPPD) is proud to unveil its Special Olympics Maryland (SOMD) Torch Run public/private partnership cruiser.  The Special Olympics Torch Run and SOM logos are displayed on the sides of the cruiser. For over 42-years, law enforcement has been the single largest fundraiser for Special Olympics nationwide. The funds have...
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Charles County Crime Solvers Offering Cash Reward in 1st-Degree Assault Case

Charles County Crime Solvers Offering Cash Reward in 1st-Degree Assault Case

On Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 10:23 p.m., officers responded to the area of Mall Circle for the report of a shooting. A preliminary investigation revealed witnesses observed a male brandish a firearm and chase another male through the parking lot. Witnesses said the suspect fired the gun at the victim and then both...
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Maryland State Police Arrest Prince George’s County Man On Child Pornography Charges

Maryland State Police Arrest Prince George’s County Man On Child Pornography Charges

Maryland State Police computer crimes investigators have charged a Prince George’s County man with the possession and distribution of child pornography. The suspect is identified as Timothy R. Walton, 57, of Capitol Heights, Maryland. He is charged with four counts of possession and one count of distribution of child pornography. He was arrested by...
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Huntingtown Man Arrested After Firing Shotgun at Cyclists During Charity Ride

Huntingtown Man Arrested After Firing Shotgun at Cyclists During Charity Ride

On Saturday, April 27, 2024, at approximately 10:10 a.m., deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau responded to the 4600 block of Hardesty Road in Huntingtown, for the reports of shots fired. Preliminary investigation revealed, that two cyclists participating in the charity ‘End Hunger’ Bike Ride were riding their bicycles on Hardesty...
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Child Flown to Children’s Center After Rollover Collision in Waldorf

Child Flown to Children’s Center After Rollover Collision in Waldorf

On Monday, April 29, 2024, at approximately 9:06 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of St. Charles Parkway and St. Marks Drive in Waldorf, for a motor vehicle collision reported serious with one vehicle overturned and one trapped. 911 callers reported a vehicle overturned with one adult female and one child...
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First Responders from Charles, St. Mary’s and Calvert County Respond to Multiple Motor Vehicle Collisions in Hughesville

First Responders from Charles, St. Mary’s and Calvert County Respond to Multiple Motor Vehicle Collisions in Hughesville

UPDATE @ 10:33 a.m.: Ambulance from Cavlert, and St. Mary’s responding to the scene, all other fire department services cancelled. Roadwill will be open within the next 45 minutes. Expect extended delays. SMECO has been requested to respond due to a damaged utility pole. 4/29/2024: On Monday, April 29, 2024, at 10:20 a.m., police,...
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K9 Taylor Joins the Office of the State Fire Marshal

K9 Taylor Joins the Office of the State Fire Marshal

When K9 Sky retired in March, she probably hoped she could kick back and take it easy, but little did she know she would turn around and help show her new sister, K9 Taylor, the way. When K9 Sky retired in March, she probably hoped she could kick back and take it easy, but...
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19-Year-Old Lusby Teen Arrested After Reckless Driving and Weapon Violation

19-Year-Old Lusby Teen Arrested After Reckless Driving and Weapon Violation

On April 19, 2024, Deputy Plant responded to a traffic complaint in the area of N. Solomons Island Road and White Sands Drive in Lusby. The complainant advised two vehicles were driving recklessly, weaving in and out of traffic, and cutting off other vehicles on the roadway. Additional calls were received that the suspect...
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One Injured After Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Classic Car in Callaway

One Injured After Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Classic Car in Callaway

On Sunday, April 28, 2024, at approximately 6:20 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Piney Point Road and Take It Easy Ranch Road in Callaway, for a motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 1950’s Chevrolet and an SUV involved in a t-bone...
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NAS Pax River Opens Gate 3 to Outbound Traffic Monday Through Thursday

NAS Pax River Opens Gate 3 to Outbound Traffic Monday Through Thursday

NAS Pax River has reopened Gate 3 to outbound traffic Monday-Thursday from 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. All Gate hours are as follows: Gate 1: Open 24/7 Gate 2: Open Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Gate 3: Open Monday-Friday 6 a.m-9 .am. (inbound), and Monday-Thursday 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m. (outbound) NAS Patuxent River released the following earlier this...
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Maryland’s Striped Bass Emergency Closure Continues into May

Maryland’s Striped Bass Emergency Closure Continues into May

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds anglers that Maryland’s striped bass fishing closure began on April 1 and runs until May 15, 2024 in the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Emergency regulations, enacted by the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and approved by Maryland General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administrative, Executive, and Legislative...
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No Injuries Reported After Large Garage Fire in Sunderland

No Injuries Reported After Large Garage Fire in Sunderland

On Sunday, April 28, 2024, at approximately 2:15 p.m., firefighters from Huntingtown, North Beach, St. Leonard, Dunkirk and surrounding departments reported to the 7000 block of Dorothy Drive in Sunderland, for the reported structure on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 2 story detached garage with heavy fire showing. Firefighters extinguished...
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Calvert Woman Convicted for Series of Fraud Schemes, Including Passport Fraud, Wire Fraud, and Bankruptcy Fraud

Calvert Woman Convicted for Series of Fraud Schemes, Including Passport Fraud, Wire Fraud, and Bankruptcy Fraud

A federal jury convicted Charmaine Miesha Brown, age 45, of Lusby, Maryland, for conspiracies to commit passport fraud and wire fraud, as well as bankruptcy fraud, and making a false statement in bankruptcy proceeding. The guilty verdict was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Erek L. Barron; Special Agent in...
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UPDATE: Police Investigating and Seeking Information in Connection to 15-Year-Old Being Stabbed At St. Charles Towne Center

UPDATE: Police Investigating and Seeking Information in Connection to 15-Year-Old Being Stabbed At St. Charles Towne Center

UPDATE 4/29/2024: On Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 9:05 p.m., officers were working secondary employment at a carnival in the parking lot at St. Charles Towne Center when a 15-year-old male approached and said he had been shot. The officers provided first aid until EMS responded and transported the teen to a hospital. It...
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Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters – Event to Remember Our Fallen Heroes

Light the Night for Fallen Firefighters – Event to Remember Our Fallen Heroes

Each year firefighters from across the nation gather in Emmitsburg, Maryland at the National Fire Academy to honor their fallen brothers and sisters from the previous year, who lost their lives in the line of duty. This is a solemn event that is held dear to firefighters and the Fire Hero families who have...
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