Prince George’s News

Police Make Three Arrests, Recover Firearms After Murder and Armed Carjackings

Police Make Three Arrests, Recover Firearms After Murder and Armed Carjackings

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged three people, one adult and two juveniles, in connection with a fatal shooting in Morningside Tuesday afternoon. The adult suspect is 25-year-old Deandre Boyd of Washington, DC. The two juveniles are 16-year-old males also from Washington, DC. They are charged with the murder of 38-year-old...
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MVA Distributing Free Catalytic Converter Labels for Theft Prevention

MVA Distributing Free Catalytic Converter Labels for Theft Prevention

The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), in partnership with the Maryland Vehicle Theft Prevention Council, is offering customers catalytic converter labels at no charge to deter catalytic theft and improve the chances in the recovery of stolen converters. The catalytic converter label and etching provides a visible identification number, making a...
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79-Year-Old Man Killed After Striking Multiple Parked Cars

79-Year-Old Man Killed After Striking Multiple Parked Cars

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision that occurred in Clinton on Monday. The deceased driver is 79-year-old Kenneth Moore of Temple Hills. On August 5, 2024, at approximately 12:30 pm, officers responded to the 6300 block of Coventry Way for a collision involving four...
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Maryland Casinos Generate $169.8 Million in Gaming Revenue During July 2024

Maryland Casinos Generate $169.8 Million in Gaming Revenue During July 2024

Maryland’s six casinos combined to generate $169,821,301 in revenue from slot machines and table games during July 2024, a decrease of $4,501,777 (-2.6%) compared to July 2023. Casino gaming contributions to the state during July 2024 totaled $72,163,554, a decrease of $1,020,623 (-1.4%) compared to July 2023. Contributions to the Education Trust Fund during...
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Maryland’s Oyster Fishery Experienced Robust Harvest in the 2023-2024 Season

Maryland’s Oyster Fishery Experienced Robust Harvest in the 2023-2024 Season

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources estimates that over 430,000 bushels of oysters were harvested commercially in Maryland from October 1, 2023, through March 31, 2024. This was the fifth season in the past 30 years when the harvest surpassed 400,000 bushels. “Maryland’s oyster population has notably improved in recent years,” said Department of...
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Registration Ongoing for Community Education Courses; Wide Array of Classes Offer Something for Everyone

Registration Ongoing for Community Education Courses; Wide Array of Classes Offer Something for Everyone

The College of Southern Maryland’s (CSM) Fall Community Education schedule is set, and registration continues for individuals looking to upgrade their job skills, pursue a new career, start a small business, or explore personal enrichment activities. From travelling abroad, to learning to drive a motorcycle – or even teaching your dog new tricks, CSM...
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Secretary’s Message: We’re Making Progress on New Chesapeake Bay Restoration Strategy

Secretary’s Message: We’re Making Progress on New Chesapeake Bay Restoration Strategy

It has been one year since Gov. Wes Moore announced that Maryland was shifting its Chesapeake Bay cleanup strategy to align with the latest science that recommends focusing water quality improvement efforts on increasing shallow water habitat and living resources, such as populations of fish and crabs. At the Department of Natural Resources (DNR),...
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Man Wanted in Fatal Shooting of 6-Year-Old Girl in Prince George’s County is Arrested in Guyana

Man Wanted in Fatal Shooting of 6-Year-Old Girl in Prince George’s County is Arrested in Guyana

The Prince George’s County Police Department with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force, the U.S. Marshals Service New York/ New Jersey Regional Fugitive Task Force, the Diplomatic Security Service, and the Homeland Security Investigations and Immigrations and Customs Enforcement located and arrested a suspect wanted in the fatal...
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State Police Ready For National Night Out Across Maryland on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024

State Police Ready For National Night Out Across Maryland on Tuesday, August 6th, 2024

The Maryland Department of State Police is eager to engage with communities across Maryland for National Night Out, an annual event designed to strengthen bonds between law enforcement and the communities we serve and protect. Since its inception in 1984, National Night Out has been celebrated on the first Tuesday of August. This year,...
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UPDATE: Oxon Hill Man Found Guilty in Armed Robbery of Sunoco Gas Mart in Waldorf

UPDATE: Oxon Hill Man Found Guilty in Armed Robbery of Sunoco Gas Mart in Waldorf

UPDATE 8/4/2024: Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Friday, August 2, 2024, a Charles County jury, after a 5-day trial, convicted Jeremiah Terrell Bryant, 25, of Armed Robbery and related charges. On January 9, 2024, detectives with Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Sunoco Gas Mart in Waldorf for...
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Prince George’s County Police Corporal Charged with Multiple Counts of Animal Cruelty

Prince George’s County Police Corporal Charged with Multiple Counts of Animal Cruelty

UPDATE 8/3/2024: Corporal David Acosta is also charged with the mistreatment of a second dog assigned to him, a seven-year-old Belgian Malinois named Spartacus. Acosta has now been charged with the following. Felony count of HARM/DEATH Law Enforcement Animal – 2 counts ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH – 2 counts ANIMAL CRUEL FAIL: PROVIDE – 2...
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2024 Pro Motocross Championship Returns to Budds Creek Motocross Park

2024 Pro Motocross Championship Returns to Budds Creek Motocross Park

The highly anticipated Round 10 of the 2024 Pro Motocross Championship is set to take place at Budds Creek Motocross Park in Mechanicsville, MD, from August 15-17, 2024. With its challenging track and picturesque surroundings, this event promises to deliver thrilling action and a memorable experience for all attendees. Venue Information 27963 Budds Creek...
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NHL Capitals Maryland Youth Hockey Event – Registration Now Open for DMV Girls Try Hockey for Free Day at 18 Local Hockey Rinks

NHL Capitals Maryland Youth Hockey Event – Registration Now Open for DMV Girls Try Hockey for Free Day at 18 Local Hockey Rinks

Should you have any interest in highlighting, registration is now open for the NHL’s Washington Capitals DMV Girls Try Hockey For Free Day, taking place at 18 rinks across Maryland and Virginia on Saturday, Sept. 14.: Participating clubs in Maryland include: Abingdon, Md. – Tomorrow’s Ice (at Ice World in Abingdon, MD) Annapolis, Md....
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PG County Man Killed in Wrong-Way Suspected DUI Crash in Baltimore County

PG County Man Killed in Wrong-Way Suspected DUI Crash in Baltimore County

Maryland State Police are investigating a crash early Thursday morning in Baltimore County that resulted in the death of a man after a suspected impaired driver traveled the wrong way on Interstate 695. The deceased victim is identified as John Quame De Love, 64, of Hyattsville, Maryland. De Love was pronounced deceased at the...
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Maryland Budgets $47 Million to Expand and Enhance Access to Recreation and Open Space

Maryland Budgets $47 Million to Expand and Enhance Access to Recreation and Open Space

Governor Wes Moore’s Fiscal Year 2025 budget includes more than $47 million for local grants through Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ Program Open Space and Community Parks and Playgrounds Program, to expand and enhance public access to recreation and open space throughout Maryland. “Maryland is a leader in land conservation, and supporting these important...
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Maryland Reports Steady Underwater Grass Abundance in Chesapeake Bay for 2023

Maryland Reports Steady Underwater Grass Abundance in Chesapeake Bay for 2023

Underwater grass abundance–a key indicator of water quality and habitat–remained steady in 2023 in the state’s portion of Chesapeake Bay, reaching 37,770 acres, according to data released this week by the Chesapeake Bay Program and Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Overall, an estimated 82,937 acres of underwater grasses, also called submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV),...
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VIDEO: Police Seeking Identity of Person of Interest in Triple Shooting That Leaves One Dead

VIDEO: Police Seeking Identity of Person of Interest in Triple Shooting That Leaves One Dead

Homicide Unit detectives released video of a person of interest in a fatal shooting in the Forestville area from early July. Investigators are seeking to identify the male in the video as they continue to investigate the murder of 20-year-old Diontre Mackall of Washington, DC. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered...
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Joint Law Enforcement Effort Tackles Unlawful Exhibition Driving in Maryland

Joint Law Enforcement Effort Tackles Unlawful Exhibition Driving in Maryland

In response to growing concerns over unlawful large-scale exhibition driving events, the Maryland Department of State Police, in collaboration with partner law enforcement agencies, has charged several individuals. Since its inception in June 2024, the Maryland Car Rally Task Force has targeted the investigation and disruption of exhibition driving events, commonly referred to as...
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Fatal Collision in Fort Washington Claims Life of White Plains Woman

Fatal Collision in Fort Washington Claims Life of White Plains Woman

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Friday evening in Fort Washington. The collision resulted in the death of 77-year-old Louise Wilder from White Plains. On July 26, 2024, around 6:15 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Indian Head Highway...
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Marylanders Shine at Paris 2024 Olympics

Marylanders Shine at Paris 2024 Olympics

The Paris 2024 Olympics have become a showcase for athletic talent from around the world, and Maryland is well-represented with several standout athletes competing in various events. These athletes have demonstrated exceptional skill, dedication, and sportsmanship, making their home state proud on the international stage. One of the most anticipated performances came from gymnast...
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Understanding Arrests and Criminal Summons in Maryland: A Closer Look

Understanding Arrests and Criminal Summons in Maryland: A Closer Look

In Maryland, the distinction between being arrested and receiving a criminal summons can significantly impact an individual’s legal experience. The decision between these two legal actions hinges on several factors, including the severity of the alleged crime, the risk posed by the suspect, procedural considerations, and potentially, the suspect’s race, sex, or community status....
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Natural Resources Police, Special Olympics Maryland Host Safety Training Event

Natural Resources Police, Special Olympics Maryland Host Safety Training Event

The Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) teamed up with Special Olympics Maryland to teach survival techniques for an active shooter scenario to Special Olympics athletes at a Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions program in Sykesville on July 17. NRP’s training division presented its Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) course as part...
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Bonus Match 5 Player in Prince George’s County Wins $576,900

Bonus Match 5 Player in Prince George’s County Wins $576,900

Purchase of the same combination 25 times drains game’s prize pool on July 21 Purchasing the same Bonus Match 5 number 25 times for the July 21 drawing made it so a retiree from Prince George’s County can finally say: No more house payments! The player, who is a Bonus Match 5 regular and...
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Indian Head Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Sexual Abuse of Minor

Indian Head Man Sentenced to 5 Years for Sexual Abuse of Minor

Tony Covington, State’s Attorney for Charles County, announced that on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, Charles County Circuit Court Judge Makeba Gibbs sentenced Daevian Davon Christian Hurd, 23, of Indian Head, to 5 years in prison for the Sexual Abuse of a Minor. On July 31, 2023, Hurd entered a guilty plea to the above-mentioned...
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Nursing Professors Kathy Parsons and Lisa Gonzalez Excel with Nurse Support Program; Recognized for Leadership

Nursing Professors Kathy Parsons and Lisa Gonzalez Excel with Nurse Support Program; Recognized for Leadership

Ensuring that our region has top-quality nurses starts with ensuring that they’re taught by the best possible professors. College of Southern Maryland (CSM) nursing faculty are continually working to remain at the forefront of nursing education, and CSM nursing educators have recently been recognized by Maryland’s Nurse Support Program II (NSP II) for their...
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