Fire & Rescue

Maryland State Police Investigating Serious Crash in La Plata That Injures Three

Maryland State Police Investigating Serious Crash in La Plata That Injures Three

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, at approximately 9:24 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Hawthorne Road and Ripley Park Drive in La Plata, for the motor vehicle collision reported serious with entrapment. Dispatchers advised to all responding units they were receiving multiple conflicting reports of a vehicle overturned...
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Serious Injuries After Dog Attack in Lexington Park, Police and Animal Control Investigating

Serious Injuries After Dog Attack in Lexington Park, Police and Animal Control Investigating

On Saturday, October 18, 2025, at approximately 2:50 a.m., police, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel responded to the A&E Motel, located at 21647 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for a report of an assault or possible animal attack. Bystanders reported to First Responders that a black and white pit bull had attacked a...
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St. Mary’s County Installs Publicly Accessible AED Cabinets at County Facilities to Improve Emergency Response & Survival Rates

St. Mary’s County Installs Publicly Accessible AED Cabinets at County Facilities to Improve Emergency Response & Survival Rates

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County are pleased to announce a new public safety initiative to improve access to Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) parks and facilities. The St. Mary’s County Department of Emergency Services has partnered with Recreation & Parks, Aging & Human Services, and Public Works &...
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No Injuries Reported, Building Inspector Requested After Vehicle Strikes Nick’s of Clinton in Waldorf

No Injuries Reported, Building Inspector Requested After Vehicle Strikes Nick’s of Clinton in Waldorf

On Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at approximately 1:25 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the Nick’s of Clinton located at 3953 St Charles Parkway in Waldorf, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving the structure. 911 callers reported a vehicle struck the side of the building resulting in damage inside, with...
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61-Year-Old Male Run Over by Wife After Domestic Incident in Indian Head, Police Investigating

61-Year-Old Male Run Over by Wife After Domestic Incident in Indian Head, Police Investigating

On Sunday, October 12, 2025, at approximately 7:15 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 4000 block of Doncaster Drive in Indian Head, for the reported pedestrian struck by a vehicle. The 911 caller — identified as an adult female — told dispatchers that she and her husband had been involved...
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PHOTOS: Police Investigating Hit and Run in Mechanicsville That Sends Two to Hospital

PHOTOS: Police Investigating Hit and Run in Mechanicsville That Sends Two to Hospital

On October 10, 2025, at approximately 9:23 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of the Maryland International Raceway in Mechanicsville, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find a two vehicle rear-end style collision with the striking vehicle having fled the scene....
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VIDEO: Bay District Volunteer Fire Department to Premiere Recruitment Film

VIDEO: Bay District Volunteer Fire Department to Premiere Recruitment Film

The Bay District Volunteer Fire Department (BDVFD) is proud to announce the official premiere of its new recruitment film, offering a behind-the-scenes look into the life and dedication of a volunteer firefighter. The film will debut on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at R/C Lexington Exchange Movies 12 in California, Maryland. This...
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Firefighters from St. Mary’s and Charles Counties Respond to Large Garage Fire in Mechanicsville

Firefighters from St. Mary’s and Charles Counties Respond to Large Garage Fire in Mechanicsville

On Sunday, October 12, 2025, at approximately 9:20 p.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville, Hollywood, Leonardtown, Seventh District, Hughesville, and Waldorf responded to the 38000 block of New Market Turner Road in Mechanicsville, for the structure on fire. 911 callers reported a garage was fully engulfed and threatening other structures. Crews quickly arrived on the scene...
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5 Displaced After Accidental Garage Fire Spreads to Residence in Bryans Road

5 Displaced After Accidental Garage Fire Spreads to Residence in Bryans Road

On Sunday, October 12, 2025, at approximately 6:25 p.m., firefighters from Bryans Road and surrounding fire departments responded to the 2600 block of Cannon Court in Bryans Road, for the reported garage on fire. 911 callers reported a fire started in the garage with the house being evacuated. Crews arrived on the scene to...
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UPDATE: Callaway Man Held on No Bond After Assaulting 68-Year-Old Victim, Sending Him to Trauma Center

UPDATE: Callaway Man Held on No Bond After Assaulting 68-Year-Old Victim, Sending Him to Trauma Center

UPDATE 10/10/2025: Maryland State Trooper Kelsey was driving in the area of the Elmer Brown Freedom Park, located at 21725 Tulagi Place, Lexington Park, MD when he observed an unconscious male laying in the street. The victim was found to have sustained an injury to the back of the head. Investigation revealed that De’aune...
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UPDATE: 17-Year-Old Indicted, To Be Tried As Adult After Crashing Stolen Vehicle Into Innocent Mother, Killing Her and Injuring Her Young Child

UPDATE: 17-Year-Old Indicted, To Be Tried As Adult After Crashing Stolen Vehicle Into Innocent Mother, Killing Her and Injuring Her Young Child

UPDATE 10/8/2025: Prince George’s County State’s Attorney Tara Jackson announced that Michael Collins age 17, has been indicted on charges including theft, unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, unauthorized removal of a motor vehicle, rogue and vagabond, and conspiracy to commit unauthorized removal of a motor vehicle, in connection to the fatal accident that...
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Fire Prevention Week 2025 – Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home

Fire Prevention Week 2025 – Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home

The Bay District Volunteer Fire Department kicked off Fire Prevention Week™ 2025 this week with a clear message for the community: “Charge into Fire Safety™.” This year’s national campaign, which runs through October 11, centers on the safe use of lithium-ion batteries – the powerful energy sources commonly found in smartphones, laptops, e-bikes, power...
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First Responders, UMMC and Other Agencies Conduct Large Training Exercise “Operation Harbor Shield”

First Responders, UMMC and Other Agencies Conduct Large Training Exercise “Operation Harbor Shield”

A major homeland security drill brought together more than 375 federal, state, and local officials, along with medical professionals, for a full-scale mass casualty exercise known as Operation Harbor Shield. The event was designed to test emergency preparedness, coordination, and response plans under the pressure of high-risk, multi-agency scenarios. The exercise, coordinated by U.S....
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Two Men Flown to Trauma Center’s With Serious Injuries After Stabbing Each Other in Face

Two Men Flown to Trauma Center’s With Serious Injuries After Stabbing Each Other in Face

On Monday, September 15, 2025, at approximately 7:33 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 3300 block of Jonathan Court in Waldorf, for the reported stabbing. 911 callers reported a 41-year-old male was conscious and alert with a deep stab wound to the chest and face, with the caller then reported...
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October 2025 Halloween Events in Southern Maryland!

October 2025 Halloween Events in Southern Maryland!

We will be updating this list daily to provide as many possible opportunities for family fun throughout Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s Counties. We look forward to seeing our communities have a safe and fun filled holiday! If you have an event you want added to this, please send us any information to [email protected]...
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Moore Announces Launch of Loan Program for Essential Employees Who Are Working Without Pay During Federal Government Shutdown

Moore Announces Launch of Loan Program for Essential Employees Who Are Working Without Pay During Federal Government Shutdown

In response to the ongoing federal government shutdown, Governor Wes Moore today announced the launch of the Maryland Department of Labor’s Federal Shutdown Loan Program. Now accepting applications, the program provides financial support to Maryland residents who are “excepted” federal employees (also called “essential”), meaning they are required to continue working during a federal government...
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Two Flown to Trauma Centers After Crash Leaves One Trapped, One Ejected in Charles County

Two Flown to Trauma Centers After Crash Leaves One Trapped, One Ejected in Charles County

On Monday, October 6, 2025, at approximately 5:17 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Port Tobacco Road and Gunston Road in Welcome, for the serious motor vehicle collision with entrapment and ejection. A First Responder on the scene had confirmed a two vehicle collision with one trapped and...
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10-Year-Old Flown to Children’s Center After Bicycle Crash in Lexington Park

10-Year-Old Flown to Children’s Center After Bicycle Crash in Lexington Park

On Monday, October 6, 2025, at approximately 5:35 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the 21000 block of Old Missouri Street in Lexington Park, for the reported traumatic injuries with one semi-conscious. 911 callers reported their 10-year-old was dropped off to the residence by friends with injuries to his head and...
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Police Investigating Reported Assault With OC Spray Deployed at Great Mills High School

Police Investigating Reported Assault With OC Spray Deployed at Great Mills High School

On Monday, October 6th, 2025, around 12:50 p.m., emergency medical services responded to the Great Mills High School located at 21130 Great Mills Road in Great Mills, for the reported injuries after an assault. Dispatchers advised to the responding medic and two ambulances that multiple children and multiple adults sprayed by OC, with unknown...
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UPDATE: Waldorf Teen Charged with First-Degree Murder After Admitting to Fatally Stabbing Stepfather

UPDATE: Waldorf Teen Charged with First-Degree Murder After Admitting to Fatally Stabbing Stepfather

UPDATE 10/6/2025: Sean Michael Smith, 18, of Waldorf, has been charged with first-degree murder and multiple related offenses following the fatal stabbing of his stepfather during a domestic dispute at their home on October 3, 2025. According to court documents filed in Charles County District Court, deputies from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded...
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Early Morning Garage Fire in Solomons Under Investigation, No Injuries Reported

Early Morning Garage Fire in Solomons Under Investigation, No Injuries Reported

On Monday, October 6, 2025, at approximately 5:23 a.m., firefighters from Solomons, Prince Frederick, St. Leonard, Bay District, and Hollywood responded to the Spring Cove Marina located at 455 Lore Road in Solomons, for the reported structure on fire. Firefighters from Bay District VFD arrived on the scene to find a 1-story garage fully...
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Two Injured, One Flown to Trauma Center After Two-Vehicle Collision in Callaway

Two Injured, One Flown to Trauma Center After Two-Vehicle Collision in Callaway

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, at approximately 5:05 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the area of Point Lookout Road and Lily Lane in Callaway, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Upon arrival, Second District VFD Chief 6B found a two vehicle rear-end style collision with one patient trapped....
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16-Year-Old Charged in Murder of 58-Year-Old Landover Man

16-Year-Old Charged in Murder of 58-Year-Old Landover Man

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a suspect in connection with a murder that occurred in the unincorporated section of Bowie. The suspect is a 16-year-old male from Mitchellville. He’s charged with the murder of 58-year-old Coleman Williams of Landover. The suspect is charged as an adult. On September...
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Child and Adult Transported to Trauma Centers After Being Run Over at Bensville Park in Charles County

Child and Adult Transported to Trauma Centers After Being Run Over at Bensville Park in Charles County

On Sunday, October 5, 2025, at approximately 4:40 p.m., police, firefighters and emergency medical services responded to the Bensville Park located at 6980 Bensville Road in White Plains, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving multiple pedestrians. 911 callers reported a vehicle had run over at least two pedestrians by the turf field. One...
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Deer, Other Wildlife Activity in the Fall Increases Maryland Drivers’ Collision Risk

Deer, Other Wildlife Activity in the Fall Increases Maryland Drivers’ Collision Risk

Deer mating season is right around the corner, and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds motorists to be vigilant. The shortening of daylight hours, called the photo period, triggers white-tailed deer breeding season. During this time, deer travel across roads in often unpredictable patterns at all times of the day and night in search of a mate....
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