Monthly Archives: April 2023

Police Investigating Waldorf Man Killed in Motor Vehicle Collision in Suitland

Police Investigating Waldorf Man Killed in Motor Vehicle Collision in Suitland

UPDATE April 4, 2023: The deceased driver has been identified as 43-year-old Tony Manning of Waldorf. The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision that occurred Saturday in Suitland. The name of the deceased driver will be released once his family is notified. On April 1,...
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Charles County Commissioners Meeting Update – March 29, 2023

Charles County Commissioners Meeting Update – March 29, 2023

On Wednesday, March 29, Commissioners received a briefing on the Billingsley Road Alternatives study. Staff reviewed the history of past studies and proposals for addressing realignment of Billingsley Road. They presented information on existing roadway conditions, traffic volumes, and environmental resources. A traffic analysis was conducted to evaluate the impact of various options on traffic volume,...
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Charles County Officers Recover Stolen Vehicle and Arrest Operator Who is Released the Same Day

Charles County Officers Recover Stolen Vehicle and Arrest Operator Who is Released the Same Day

On March 29 at 11:14 p.m., a patrol officer was following up on an investigation involving a car he had stopped the previous day; a computer check through the MVA revealed the registration plates were not on file. Through further investigation, and with the assistance of an auto theft investigator, the officer was able...
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Dinner & Cruise Series Returns for 2023 Season at St. Clement’s Island Museum

Dinner & Cruise Series Returns for 2023 Season at St. Clement’s Island Museum

The St. Mary’s County Museum Division is pleased to announce the 2023 Dinner and a Cruise Series. These themed cruises offer visitors the opportunity to enjoy a fun evening of cruising on the St. Clement’s Island Water Taxi, a delicious seafood dinner at waterside Morris Point Restaurant, and a dessert reception at St. Clement’s...
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Man Driving with Child in Vehicle is Charged with Impaired Driving After Running Red Light and Killing Man

Man Driving with Child in Vehicle is Charged with Impaired Driving After Running Red Light and Killing Man

On April 2, 2023, at 12:49 pm, Northern District officers responded to a traffic crash on southbound Ritchie Highway and Marley Station Road, Glen Burnie MD. The investigation revealed a 2008 Toyota Tundra was traveling southbound on Ritchie Hwy approaching this intersection when according to witnesses, it failed to stop for a steady red...
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Police Investigating Fatal Single Vehicle Collision in Brandywine, Victim Identified as White Plains Woman

Police Investigating Fatal Single Vehicle Collision in Brandywine, Victim Identified as White Plains Woman

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision that occurred Saturday morning in Brandywine. The deceased driver is 41-year-old Michelle Develbis of White Plains, MD. On April 1, 2023, at approximately 10:00 a.m., officers responded to the 15000 block of McKendree Road for a single-vehicle collision....
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Police Arrests Six Teens in Carjacking Cases and Recover Three Loaded Ghost Guns

Police Arrests Six Teens in Carjacking Cases and Recover Three Loaded Ghost Guns

The Carjacking Interdiction Unit charged six juveniles in connection with two recent carjacking cases. During their arrests, officers recovered a total of three loaded ghost guns (unserialized). On April 2, 2023, at approximately 1:30 pm, patrol officers assigned to our Division VIII station responded to the report of an attempted armed carjacking in the...
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Willows Recreation Center Permanently Closing April 30, 2023

Willows Recreation Center Permanently Closing April 30, 2023

Willows Recreation Center is permanently closing on April 30, 2023. ”Willows Recreation Center sent out an email to members stating the following “Our hours for the month of April 2023 will be based on events. We will not be open from 8am to 3pm. We will be open from 3pm to 9pm Monday to...
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Police Investigating Motor Vehicle Collision in La Plata That Killed 30-Year-Old Welcome Man

Police Investigating Motor Vehicle Collision in La Plata That Killed 30-Year-Old Welcome Man

UPDATE 4/3/2023: On Sunday, April 02, 2023, at approximately 5:14 p.m., Troopers from Maryland State Police La Plata Barrack responded to Maryland Route 225 (Hawthorne Rd) in the area of Bibury Lane for a report of a serious motor vehicle collision. Due to the circumstances, the Maryland State Police CRASH Team responded to assume...
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VIDEO: One Arrested for Impaired Driving After Causing Motor Vehicle Collision in California

VIDEO: One Arrested for Impaired Driving After Causing Motor Vehicle Collision in California

On Sunday, April 2, 2023, at approximately 8:23 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to Three Notch Road and First Colony Boulevard in California, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Crews arrived on the scene to find two vehicles involved with the operator of the Chrysler sedan reporting injuries. Emergency medical...
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Student at General Smallwood Middle School Attacks Victim Twice in Same Day, Injuring Them

Student at General Smallwood Middle School Attacks Victim Twice in Same Day, Injuring Them

On Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at 1:30 p.m., a student at General Smallwood Middle School struck another student in the head multiple times as the student was walking down a hallway. Later that day, the student entered a classroom and struck the same student multiple times, causing an injury to the student. Both assaults...
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NAS Webster Field Fire Department Gets Approval for Replacement/Renovation of Fire Station

NAS Webster Field Fire Department Gets Approval for Replacement/Renovation of Fire Station

“The Naval District Washington Fire and Emergency Services leadership was officially notified that the replacement/renovation project for the Webster Field Fire Station was approved, funded, and awarded! This long-awaited project will provide for a safe and effective workplace for our personnel, as well as increase our service delivery to the installation. Our leadership wish...
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Drayden African American Schoolhouse Offers Free Public Open Houses

Drayden African American Schoolhouse Offers Free Public Open Houses

The St. Mary’s County Museum Division, in partnership with the Unified Committee for Afro-American Contributions (UCAC), will be offering free Open Houses for visitors and the community at the Drayden African American Schoolhouse in Drayden, one Saturday a month from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open House dates include: May 6, June 3, June...
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Historic St. Mary’s City Annual Maryland Day and A Thank You to All Who Attended

Historic St. Mary’s City Annual Maryland Day and A Thank You to All Who Attended

Historic St. Mary’s City held its annual Maryland Day celebration on the museum grounds on Saturday, March 25, 2023. Over 200 guests were in attendance for the ceremony hosted by the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission. Rear Admiral Tim Heely, USN (retired), Chairman of the Historic St. Mary’s City Commission gave opening remarks. A...
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North Carolina Woman Arrested After Running Victim Over in California, Victim Transported with Life-Threatening Injuries

North Carolina Woman Arrested After Running Victim Over in California, Victim Transported with Life-Threatening Injuries

Sharon Denade Thomas, age 60 of Spring Lake, North CarolinaOn Saturday, April 1, 2023, at approximately 4:16 p.m., police responded to the 45000 block of Church Drive and Military Lane in California, for the reported disturbance. The 911 caller reported a male and female were outside with the female subject in a grey Ford Escape...
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Previously Convicted Charles County Felon Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearms and Drug Charges

Previously Convicted Charles County Felon Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearms and Drug Charges

Sean Donnelle Hawkins, age 48, of Marbury, Maryland, pleaded guilty to federal charges related to his distribution of cocaine, crack cocaine, and firearms in Charles County, Maryland. During the investigation, Hawkins sold eight firearms to a law enforcement source, including four privately made semi-automatic firearms, known as “ghost guns.” The guilty plea was announced...
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PG County Man Charged with Murder After Fatally Shooting His Uncle During Argument

PG County Man Charged with Murder After Fatally Shooting His Uncle During Argument

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a man in connection with a fatal shooting in the unincorporated section of Greenbelt. The suspect is 26-year-old Daquan White of Greenbelt. He is charged with fatally shooting his uncle, 44-year-old Steven Mouring of Suitland. On Thursday, March 30, 2023, at approximately 1:50 p.m., officers...
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One Flown to Trauma Center After Motor Vehicle Collision in Pomfret

One Flown to Trauma Center After Motor Vehicle Collision in Pomfret

On Saturday, April 1, 2023, at approximately 8:52 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Marshalls Corner Road and Laurie Place in Pomfret, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. While crews responded to the incident, dispatchers advised they received additional 911 calls stating two pickup trucks were involving...
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Charles County Residents Invited to Celebrate Earth Day at County Events

Charles County Residents Invited to Celebrate Earth Day at County Events

Charles County Government is recognizing Earth Day on April 20, 2023 by partnering with the Maryland State Highway Administration to do a spring litter blitz in Charles County to clean our roadways. All motorists can help “Keep Charles County Beautiful” by securing loads in their vehicles and putting trash where it belongs ̶ in...
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St. Mary’s County Government Operations for Easter

St. Mary’s County Government Operations for Easter

All St. Mary’s County Government (SMCG) administrative offices will be closed on Friday, April 7, 2023, in observance of the Good Friday holiday. Offices will resume normal operating schedules on Monday, April 10, 2023. The April 7 closure includes: All three Senior Activity Centers (Garvey, Loffler, and Northern) and there will be no home-delivered...
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Maryland State Police Continue Focus On Distracted Driving Enforcement and Awareness

Maryland State Police Continue Focus On Distracted Driving Enforcement and Awareness

With April being National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, the Maryland State Police are reminding motorists just how dangerous it can be on the road if you are not paying attention to your surroundings. According to the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s (MDOT MVA) Highway Safety Office, more than 24,000 people are injured and 200 others...
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Sgt. Alexander Retires from St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office After More Than 26 Years of Service

Sgt. Alexander Retires from St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office After More Than 26 Years of Service

Sgt. David Alexander #87 received his Final Salute on Friday, March 31, 2023, upon his retirement from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. Sgt. Alexander served the community for more than 26 years in the agency, spending 19 of those years as a detective. He also served as a Patrol Division squad leader, the...
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Police Investigating Stabbing in Lusby, Suspect in Custody and Victim Flown to Trauma Center

Police Investigating Stabbing in Lusby, Suspect in Custody and Victim Flown to Trauma Center

On Friday, March 31, 2023, at approximately 10:45 a.m., deputies with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau responded to the 300 block of Towanda Trail in Lusby, for the report of a stabbing. Upon arrival, deputies located an adult male victim suffering from a stab wound to his lower back. Deputies rendered aid...
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VIDEO: One Transported to Trauma Center After Single Vehicle Crash in Lexington Park

VIDEO: One Transported to Trauma Center After Single Vehicle Crash in Lexington Park

On Saturday, April 1, 2023, an employee of Southern Maryland News Net heard a loud crash that came from Hermanville Road at approximately 2:03 a.m. Upon turning onto Hermanville Road from Green Leaf Road, a car horn was heard periodically and at 2:11 a.m., a Dodge Challenger was found off the roadway that had...
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An Open Letter to All Marylanders from State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci

An Open Letter to All Marylanders from State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci

To: All Marylanders I am here to inform you that the State of Maryland has seen the worst increase in fire deaths in the first three months of 2023 than in any other time in recent decades. Close to 40 Marylanders have lost their lives to fire from the eastern shore to the mountains...
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