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Man Charged After Child Finds Loaded Gun and Accidentally Shoots Herself While Playing Hide and Seek

Man Charged After Child Finds Loaded Gun and Accidentally Shoots Herself While Playing Hide and Seek

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Gun Crimes Unit charged a suspect with multiple firearms offenses after a child accessed a loaded firearm and suffered a gunshot wound. This incident occurred in the town of Cheverly on Sunday night. The victim, a female under the age of five, suffered injuries not considered life-threatening. The...
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Hollywood Man Arrested After Pointing a Gun at a Group of People at George B. Cecil Park in Valley Lee

Hollywood Man Arrested After Pointing a Gun at a Group of People at George B. Cecil Park in Valley Lee

On Saturday, June 1, 2024, police responded to multiple 911 calls reporting a man with a gun at George B. Cecil Park in Valley Lee. Witnesses stated that following an altercation, a male subject pointed a firearm at a group of people gathered at a pavilion in the park. The suspect, identified as Javonte...
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Owings Man Arrested for Kidnapping After Leading Police on High-Speed Chase in Calvert County

Owings Man Arrested for Kidnapping After Leading Police on High-Speed Chase in Calvert County

On Sunday, May 26, 2024, Deputy First Class Hendrickson from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office observed a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed northbound on Route 4 in the Prince Frederick area. A traffic stop was initiated, and the motorcycle rapidly accelerated traveling at speeds over 100 mph. Deputies initially lost sight...
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Second Virginia Man Arrested for Murder of Waldorf Man at PG County Car Meet

Second Virginia Man Arrested for Murder of Waldorf Man at PG County Car Meet

UPDATE 6/2/2024: The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a second suspect in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred at a recent car meet. The suspect is 21-year-old Caimon Harrell of Woodbridge, Virginia. He’s charged with the murder of 26-year-old John Phipps of Waldorf. Information provided by the community to...
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Maryland State Police Arrest Lexington Park Woman on Drug Charges After Traffic Stop in St. Mary’s County

Maryland State Police Arrest Lexington Park Woman on Drug Charges After Traffic Stop in St. Mary’s County

On Saturday, May 25, 2024, TFC Black of the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack, conducted a traffic stop on Great Mills Road at South Shangri La Drive, in Lexington Park. Upon making contact with the driver of the vehicle, identified as Bridgit Claire Brooks, 29 of Lexington Park, suspected Cocaine was observed. A search...
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Maryland State Police Arrest Lexington Park Man for Possession of Crack While Shoplifting at Target

Maryland State Police Arrest Lexington Park Man for Possession of Crack While Shoplifting at Target

On Saturday, May 25, 2024, TFC Piscopo-Bann of the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack, responded to the Target, located at 45155 Worth Avenue, California, for the report of a theft. Investigation revealed that Carlos Isaisas Hernandez-Ticas, 21 of Lexington Park, who initially provided a false name, stole approximately $300 worth of goods. A search...
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Maryland State Police Arrest Wanted Lexington Park Man After Providing False Name on Traffic Stop

Maryland State Police Arrest Wanted Lexington Park Man After Providing False Name on Traffic Stop

On Saturday, May 25, 2024, Tpr Lewis of the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack, conducted a traffic stop on Pegg Road at Westbury Boulevard, in Lexington Park. The driver of the vehicle, identified as Michael Christopher Chase, 32 of Lexington Park, initially provided a false name. Investigation revealed that Chase had an active warrant...
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Maryland State Police Arrest Leonardtown Woman After Assaulting Troopers and Deputies

Maryland State Police Arrest Leonardtown Woman After Assaulting Troopers and Deputies

On Wednesday, May 22, 2024, Sr Trooper Oyler of the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack, responded to an address on Bayside Road, in Leonardtown, for the report of an assault. While on scene assisting with the assault investigation, Carol Marie Thompson, 36 of Leonardtown, became disorderly and failed to comply with orders given by...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Receives Award to Stolen Vehicle Alert Team

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Receives Award to Stolen Vehicle Alert Team

On January 6, 2024, Sgt. Robshaw led his team in a high-speed pursuit involving a stolen vehicle. Despite the danger, Sgt. Robshaw and his officers maintained control of the situation and utilized their training effectively. K-9 partner Stryker and his handler, DFC Idol, played a crucial role in tracking and apprehending the suspects, showcasing...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Whereabouts of Washington D.C. Man Wanted for 1st Degree Assault

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Whereabouts of Washington D.C. Man Wanted for 1st Degree Assault

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of David Keonta Reed, 32 of Washington D.C. Reed is wanted for First-Degree Assault. Reed is described as a black male, approximately 6 feet 2 inches tall, weighing between 140-160 lbs. with black hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information in regards to Reed is...
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Waldorf Man Arrested After Non-Fatal Shooting in Waldorf

Waldorf Man Arrested After Non-Fatal Shooting in Waldorf

On Saturday, May 25, 2024, at 1:36 a.m., patrol officers responded to Ravenglass Road in Waldorf for the report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, officers observed the residence had been shot several times. Several people were inside at the time and one adult male sustained a minor injury to his head, when he...
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Indian Head Man Arrested on Drug and Gun Charges After Traffic Stop in Charles County

Indian Head Man Arrested on Drug and Gun Charges After Traffic Stop in Charles County

On May 28, 2024, at 1:58 a.m., Officer J. Gordon from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office initiated a traffic stop in the 5100 block of Indian Head Highway in Indian Head for equipment violations on a vehicle. Upon contacting the driver, the officer noted the driver’s license was suspended. The officer also observed a...
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UPDATE: Charles County Police Officer Flown to Trauma Center After Accidental Shooting During Training

UPDATE: Charles County Police Officer Flown to Trauma Center After Accidental Shooting During Training

UPDATE 5/29/2024: On May 22 at 8:30 a.m., during a firearms training exercise, a Charles County Sheriff’s officer accidentally discharged his weapon, striking his leg and causing a flesh wound. Staff immediately applied first aid and summoned EMS from Hughesville VFD and Bel Alton VFD. The officer was transported to a hospital, treated, and...
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St. Leonard Woman Arrested Selling Oxycodone Pills at Walmart in Prince Frederick

St. Leonard Woman Arrested Selling Oxycodone Pills at Walmart in Prince Frederick

On Friday, May 17, 2024, Detectives with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) observed Robbie Lynn Parker, 51, of St. Leonard, traveling north on Rt. 4 into Prince Frederick driving a black Chrysler 200. Parker is a co-registrant of the vehicle, and detectives are familiar with Parker from prior controlled...
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Police Investigating Hit and Run in Lexington Park, No Injuries Reported

Police Investigating Hit and Run in Lexington Park, No Injuries Reported

On Saturday, May 25, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m., police were dispatched to the intersection of Point Lookout Road and Great Mills Road, for a reported hit and run collision with no injuries. While responding to the scene, additional 911 callers reported a second motor vehicle collision in the area of Greats Mills Road...
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Woman Arrested and Charged With Fatally Shooting Her Stepfather

Woman Arrested and Charged With Fatally Shooting Her Stepfather

Detectives with the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Gun Crimes Unit charged a suspect with fatally shooting her stepfather. The suspect is 39-year-old Brigette Robertson of Seat Pleasant. She’s charged with murdering 63-year-old Gregory Byrd, Sr., of District Heights. On May 10, 2024, at approximately 6:35 pm, officers responded to the 6500 block of...
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St. Mary’s County Jury Convicts Man for Kidnapping and False Imprisonment of Local Car Dealership Employee

St. Mary’s County Jury Convicts Man for Kidnapping and False Imprisonment of Local Car Dealership Employee

State’s Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced today that a St. Mary’s County Jury found Joshua Terrell Trippett, 28, of Lusby, Maryland, guilty of kidnapping and false imprisonment for an incident that occurred on November 16, 2023. “The defendant kidnapped a car dealership employee under the guise of a vehicle test drive. He drove dangerously and...
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Grand Jury Indicts Suspended Patrol Officer for Misconduct in Office

Grand Jury Indicts Suspended Patrol Officer for Misconduct in Office

A Prince George’s County grand jury today indicted a suspended patrol officer on one count of misconduct in office. The officer is Corporal Dexter Shin. On March 3, 2024, the officer struck a pedestrian with his cruiser in Laurel. The indictment stems from the officer’s failure to report the collision and failure to ensure...
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Maryland State Police Bolster Patrols For A Safer Memorial Day Weekend 2024

Maryland State Police Bolster Patrols For A Safer Memorial Day Weekend 2024

Maryland State Police beginning Friday will increase enforcement efforts on impaired, aggressive and distracted driving through the Memorial Day weekend. State troopers from all 23 barracks across Maryland will conduct saturation patrols from Friday to Monday. Increased enforcement efforts are funded by the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office. The...
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VIDEO: Police Seeking Suspect Wanted for Drive-by Shooting in White Plains, No Injuries Reported

VIDEO: Police Seeking Suspect Wanted for Drive-by Shooting in White Plains, No Injuries Reported

On Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 8:50 p.m., officers responded to the 3400 block of Highgrove Drive in White Plains for the report of gunshots. When officers arrived, they did not locate anyone with gunshot wounds; however, it was discovered several shots were fired and one of the rounds struck a house with adults...
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Brady’s K9 Fund Donates Ballistic Vest to Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for K9 Atlas!

Brady’s K9 Fund Donates Ballistic Vest to Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for K9 Atlas!

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is thrilled to announce that Brady’s K9 Fund has generously donated a ballistic vest for our department’s four-legged officer, K9 Atlas! Brady’s K9 Fund is passionate about supporting our four-legged officers who work tirelessly to keep our community safe. Their organization is dedicated to providing essential equipment and resources...
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UPDATE: PG County Man Released on Recognizance After High-Speed Chase in Stolen Vehicle in St. Mary’s County

UPDATE: PG County Man Released on Recognizance After High-Speed Chase in Stolen Vehicle in St. Mary’s County

UPDATE 5/21/2024: Judge Karen Christy Holt Chesser released Cordell Marquis Green on his own recognizance on Tuesday, May 21st, 2024. Cordell Marquis Green age 22 of Laurel, MD was charged with THEFT: $25,000 TO UND $100,000, MOTOR VEH/UNLAWFUL TAKING and RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT The two juveniles were transported to the hospital for precautionary measures. According...
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Two Men Arrested After Shooting MPD Captain and Leading Police on Chase

Two Men Arrested After Shooting MPD Captain and Leading Police on Chase

The Prince George’s County Police Department charged two men with firearms offenses following their arrest in Landover on Monday. The suspects are 21-year-old Rasheed Thorne of no fixed address and 21-year-old William Walker IV of no fixed address. On May 20, 2024, at approximately 12:40 pm, the Metropolitan Police Department notified the PGPD that...
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Officers Seize Suspected Fentanyl, PCP and Replica Handgun at Charles County Hotel

Officers Seize Suspected Fentanyl, PCP and Replica Handgun at Charles County Hotel

On May 17, 2024, at approximately 5:25 a.m., officers from the La Plata Police Department responded to the 6700 block of Crain Highway to conduct a welfare check. As an individual answered the door, officers immediately noticed a suspected controlled dangerous substance and attempted to detain the individual. A struggle ensued and the individual...
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Police Seeking Whereabouts of Suspect Who Violated Bond Conditions

Police Seeking Whereabouts of Suspect Who Violated Bond Conditions

Charles County Sheriff’s investigators are seeking the whereabouts of Mack Lee Cleckley, age 40, of no fixed address. Cleckley has an active warrant for revocation of bond due to violating the conditions under which he was released. The facts of the case are as follows: In August 2023, detectives assigned to the Charles County...
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