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Brandywine Man Charged with Rape, Kidnapping and Carjacking After Meeting Victims on Dating App

Brandywine Man Charged with Rape, Kidnapping and Carjacking After Meeting Victims on Dating App

Sexual Assault Unit detectives identified and charged a Brandywine man with rape, kidnapping, handgun offenses, armed robbery and multiple additional charges. He’s 26-year-old Rodney Richardson. The Carjacking Interdiction Unit also charged him in connection with an armed carjacking in Brandywine earlier this month. In both cases, he met the victims on dating apps. On...
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Man in Stolen Hyundai Arrested and Found with Loaded Gun

Man in Stolen Hyundai Arrested and Found with Loaded Gun

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Washington Area Vehicle Enforcement team arrested a man who was in possession of a stolen Hyundai in Suitland. The suspect is 27-year-old Brandon Handy of Suitland. On February 14, 2023, at approximately 11:30 am, WAVE members observed a Hyundai that had been reported stolen in the county on...
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Police Investigating Assault at Westlake High School

Police Investigating Assault at Westlake High School

On February 14, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., administrators at Westlake High School were alerted of a fight in a classroom. Staff responded to the classroom, but the suspects had fled. A school resource officer was notified about the altercation on February 15 and initiated an investigation. During the investigation, it was determined that three...
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UPDATE: Police Arrest 19-Year-Old Indian Head Man for Double Murder on Shelton Court

UPDATE: Police Arrest 19-Year-Old Indian Head Man for Double Murder on Shelton Court

UPDATE 2/15/2023: On February 14, 2023, detectives from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office assigned to the Agency’s Criminal Investigations Division arrested Jayden Kevin Craig, 19, of Indian Head, in connection with the triple shooting on Shelton Court which left two men dead and another man injured. Through investigation, Craig was identified as the suspect...
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Police Investigating 17-Year-Old Shot and Killed in Landover Hills

Police Investigating 17-Year-Old Shot and Killed in Landover Hills

The Homicide Unit is working to determine the circumstances of a fatal shooting early Saturday in Landover Hills. The victim is 17-year-old Daiwo Flomo of Riverdale. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. On February 11, 2023, at approximately 12:40 am,...
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Police Investigating Burglary to Village Liquors in Chaptico

Police Investigating Burglary to Village Liquors in Chaptico

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a burglary investigation. On Sunday, Feb. 12, 2023, at 2:50 a.m., the suspect forced entry into Village Liquors in Chaptico by shattering the front door with a hammer and then removed the store’s cash register and its contents. The...
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Police Investigating Waldorf Man Killed in Temple Hills Motor Vehicle Collision

Police Investigating Waldorf Man Killed in Temple Hills Motor Vehicle Collision

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that took place Saturday night in Temple Hills. The deceased driver is 27-year-old Stephan Wolley of Waldorf. On February 11, 2023, at approximately 10:15 p.m., officers responded to the area of Temple Hill Road and Lambert Drive for a collision involving two vehicles....
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UPDATE: Suspect Who Followed Juvenile Female Through La Plata Target and to Victims Residence is Identified

UPDATE: Suspect Who Followed Juvenile Female Through La Plata Target and to Victims Residence is Identified

UPDATE 2/13/2023: The individual in the photograph has been identified. LPPD thanks the public for its assistance. 2/11/2023: Community Awareness and Alert – The La Plata Police Department is Seeking the Public’s Assistance: On Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at approximately 6:22 p.m., the individual pictured below was observed following a juvenile female through the...
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La Plata Police Investigating Subject Attempting to Lure Child to Vehicle by Offering Free Drugs

La Plata Police Investigating Subject Attempting to Lure Child to Vehicle by Offering Free Drugs

The La Plata Police Department is seeking information about an incident that occurred on Friday, February 10, 2023, at approximately 2:40 p.m., in the parking lot of 601 Charles Street. The parents of a juvenile informed officers an individual attempted to lure the juvenile into a car by offering free drugs. The child fled...
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19-Year-Old Shot and Killed in Suitland, Cash Reward Offered for Information Leading to Arrest

19-Year-Old Shot and Killed in Suitland, Cash Reward Offered for Information Leading to Arrest

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Friday in Suitland. The victim is 19-year-old Tolonzo Stephon Rhodes 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 February 10, 2023,...
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Gun Recovered at DuVal High School in Lanham

Gun Recovered at DuVal High School in Lanham

A DuVal High School student is facing charges for being in possession of a handgun on school property today. The student is 15-years-old. The school is located in the 9800 block of Good Luck Road. On February 8, 2023, at approximately 10:45 am, Prince George’s County Public Schools security personnel discovered a student was...
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Police Investigating Homicide in Laurel, Detectives Seeking Information

Police Investigating Homicide in Laurel, Detectives Seeking Information

Update – February 9, 2023: The victim in this case has been identified as 32-year-old Antwaun D. Conyers of New Carrollton, Maryland. Homicide detectives are still actively investigating the incident. Any additional information will be released when available. Suspect: Hispanic male, possibly in his 30’s. 5’7”, thin build, 160-170 lbs, last seen wearing all...
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Police Investigating Unknown Substance Sprayed in General Smallwood Middle School Classroom

Police Investigating Unknown Substance Sprayed in General Smallwood Middle School Classroom

On Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at 1:25 p.m., students in a classroom at General Smallwood Middle School were exposed to an unknown substance that was sprayed in the air, possibly by another student. Based on the reactions of several students, it appeared the spray was pepper spray. The students were seen by a school...
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Waldorf Man Arrested for First-Degree Assault, Suspect Also Violated Probation

Waldorf Man Arrested for First-Degree Assault, Suspect Also Violated Probation

On Sunday, February 5 at 4:43 p.m., officers responded to the 11300 block of Golden Eagle Place in Waldorf for the report of a domestic-related dispute / altercation. When officers arrived, they spoke with a woman who had clear and visible injuries. The suspect, Andre Joseph Burch, 29, of Waldorf fled the scene prior...
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Police Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Motorcycle and School Bus

Police Investigating Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Motorcycle and School Bus

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Wednesday afternoon in Clinton. The deceased motorcycle rider is 25-year-old Donovan Smith of Upper Marlboro. On Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m., officers responded to the intersection of Brandywine Road and Northgate Parkway for a collision involving a motorcycle...
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Update Provided on Kitten Found in Dumpster in Calvert, Police Continue Search for Suspect

Update Provided on Kitten Found in Dumpster in Calvert, Police Continue Search for Suspect

UPDATE 2/8/2023: Update on the kitten found in a dumpster in Chesapeake Beach Meet Lulu! 😻 Lulu is an approximately one-year-old calico cat who is as sweet as the day is long. Through her ordeal, she seems determined not to hold it against anyone. She is thriving at the shelter and enjoying the love...
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UPDATE: Police Investigating 14-Year-Old Shot in Waldorf, Victim Flown with Serious, Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

UPDATE: Police Investigating 14-Year-Old Shot in Waldorf, Victim Flown with Serious, Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

UPDATE 2/9/2023: On February 8 at approximately 4:03 p.m., officers responded to the area of Albermarle Place in Waldorf for the report of a shooting. When officers arrived, they discovered a 14-year-old male with a gunshot wound to his leg. The officers provided first aid until paramedics arrived and the victim was transported to a...
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Waldorf Man Killed After Single Vehicle Collision in Brandywine, Police Investigating

Waldorf Man Killed After Single Vehicle Collision in Brandywine, Police Investigating

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Saturday night in Brandywine. The deceased driver is 40-year-old Earl Estep III of Waldorf. On February 4, 2023, at approximately 10:10 pm, officers responded to the 14200 block of Brandywine Road for a single-vehicle collision. The preliminary investigation revealed Estep was...
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UPDATE: Police Seeking Identity of Theft Suspect at Charlotte Hall 7-Eleven

UPDATE: Police Seeking Identity of Theft Suspect at Charlotte Hall 7-Eleven

UPDATE 2/7/2023: On Monday, Feb. 6, 2023, at 12:12 am, the pictured individual jumped over the counter at the Charlotte Hall 7-Eleven store and stole several packs of cigarettes and then fled the store on foot. Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or this incident is asked to call Deputy Blake...
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Two 16-Year-Olds Arrested for Armed Carjacking, Suspects Used Stolen Kia to Commit Crime

Two 16-Year-Olds Arrested for Armed Carjacking, Suspects Used Stolen Kia to Commit Crime

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Washington Area Vehicle Enforcement team arrested two 16-year-old males for armed carjacking. Both suspects live in Washington, DC. They are charged as adults. On Thursday, February 2, 2023, at approximately 1:40 a.m., officers responded to the 7700 block of Landover Road in Landover for the report of an...
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Police Investigating Threats of Violence Made at Milton Somers Middle School

Police Investigating Threats of Violence Made at Milton Somers Middle School

On Friday, February 3, 2023, a school resource officer was made aware that a student at Milton Somers Middle School was involved in an altercation with another student after school hours. After the altercation, the student sent a group message using a social media platform to other students indicating they were going to harm...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office Warrant Unit Seeking Assistance in Locating Two Wanted Subjects

Charles County Sheriff’s Office Warrant Unit Seeking Assistance in Locating Two Wanted Subjects

Officers assigned to the CCSO’s Warrant Unit are seeking the public’s help locating two people who have open warrants. The cases are not related. Charles County Crime Solvers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for the tip that leads to their arrest. Officers are trying to locate Brooke Lynn Edmonds, 27,...
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UPDATE: Maryland State Police Investigating Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Prince George’s County

UPDATE: Maryland State Police Investigating Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Prince George’s County

UPDATE 2/3/2023: The injured pedestrian has been identified and family has been notified. Thank you to everyone for assisting us in this case. Maryland State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a male pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle Tuesday evening in Prince George’s County. The male is described as...
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Police Seeking Assistance Identifying Man Who Stole Cash from Victims Wallet at Harris Teeter in California

Police Seeking Assistance Identifying Man Who Stole Cash from Victims Wallet at Harris Teeter in California

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a theft investigation. On Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, at 12:30 pm, the pictured subject removed a wallet from a customer’s purse in a shopping cart at the California Harris Teeter store. The suspect removed the cash from the wallet,...
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Prince George’s County Police Investigating Fatal Single Vehicle Collision

Prince George’s County Police Investigating Fatal Single Vehicle Collision

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Wednesday evening in the town of Bladensburg. The deceased driver is 22-year-old Michelle Hernandez of Bladensburg. On February 1, 2023, at approximately 8:15 pm, officers responded to the 5400 block of Annapolis Road for a single-vehicle collision. The preliminary investigation revealed...
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