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Charles County Man Found Dead in Dahlgren, VA Walmart Parking Lot

Charles County Man Found Dead in Dahlgren, VA Walmart Parking Lot

On August 5, 2021, at approximately 10:50 a.m., the King George Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from a person stating they located a person who was possibly deceased, in a vehicle parked in the Dahlgren Walmart parking lot. King George Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the scene and confirmed there was a deceased adult...
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Police in Calvert County Seeking Identity of Armed Robber at 7-Eleven in Huntingtown

Police in Calvert County Seeking Identity of Armed Robber at 7-Eleven in Huntingtown

On Thursday,  August 5, 2021, Deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Bureau and detectives from the Criminal Investigations Bureau responded to the 7 Eleven, located at 3855 Old Town Road in Huntingtown, for an armed robbery. Investigation revealed a subject produced a black handgun and demanded money from the registers. The suspect...
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Franchot Reminds Taxpayers of Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week August 8-14

Franchot Reminds Taxpayers of Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week August 8-14

Comptroller Peter Franchot reminds taxpayers that Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week returns August 8-14 with significant savings for consumers, scholarship opportunities for college and trade school students, and a much-needed sales boost for retailers. “Tax-free week is a rite of Maryland’s late summer, signaling the approach of a new school year, cooler weather and a...
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Man Charged with Kidnaping After Attempted Carjacking in La Plata

Man Charged with Kidnaping After Attempted Carjacking in La Plata

On Sunday, July 25, 2021, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Officer J. Piersa of the La Plata Police Department was dispatched to a report of a disorderly subject at the Subway on Crain Highway, in La Plata.
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Firefighters Respond to Three Fires in Lexington Park, State Fire Marshal Investigating

Firefighters Respond to Three Fires in Lexington Park, State Fire Marshal Investigating

On Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at approximately 9:00 p.m., firefighters from the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department responded to the Restore – Habitat for Humanity located at 21600 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported outside fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find fire showing from a dumpster. Firefighters extinguished the...
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VIDEO: No Injuries Reported After Firefighters Respond to Vehicle Fire in Park Hall

VIDEO: No Injuries Reported After Firefighters Respond to Vehicle Fire in Park Hall

On Monday, August 2, 2021, at approximately 7:18 p.m., firefighters from Bay District, Ridge, NAS Patuxent River, NAS Webster Field, Valley Lee, Leonardtown, and Seventh District were alerted to the 47000 block of Relative Lane in Park Hall, for the reported vehicle on fire threatening a residence. Crews arrived on the scene to find...
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Firefighters Respond to Vehicle Fire in Leonardtown

Firefighters Respond to Vehicle Fire in Leonardtown

On Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at approximately 8:48 a.m., four firefighters from the Valley Lee Volunteer Fire Department responded to the area of Point Lookout Road and Chingville Road in Leonardtown, for the reported vehicle on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a Chrysler sedan fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters extinguished the...
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Police Investigating Hit and Run in Great Mills, No Injuries Reported

Police Investigating Hit and Run in Great Mills, No Injuries Reported

On Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at approximately 12:40 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the intersection of Chancellors Run Road and Pegg Road in Great Mills, for the reported motor vehicle collision with injuries. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find two vehicles in the roadway involved in a rear-end style collision....
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Leader of Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Kilograms of Cocaine in Maryland, and Bribing U.S. Postal Letter Carriers

Leader of Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Kilograms of Cocaine in Maryland, and Bribing U.S. Postal Letter Carriers

U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis sentenced Russell Stanley III, age 40, of Bowie, Maryland, to 11 years in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute cocaine, conspiracy to commit an offense against the United States, and bribery of a government official. The...
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Pasadena Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison for Shooting and Killing Victim During a Carjacking in South Baltimore

Pasadena Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison for Shooting and Killing Victim During a Carjacking in South Baltimore

U.S. District Judge Richard D. Bennett sentenced Collin Davis, age 34, of Pasadena, Maryland, to 25 years in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for the federal charge of carjacking resulting in death, related to Davis’ carjacking and murder in Baltimore of an individual who he knew and had attempted to...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office Announces Application for Grant

Charles County Sheriff’s Office Announces Application for Grant

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office and Charles County Circuit Court are announcing they will apply for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Formula Program through the United States Department of Justice. The JAG Program provides states and units of local governments with critical funding necessary to support a range of program areas...
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Police Investigating Moped Crash That Killed 52-Year-Old Hughesville Man

Police Investigating Moped Crash That Killed 52-Year-Old Hughesville Man

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating the circumstances of a fatal crash involving a moped Saturday, July 30. 2021. The deceased driver is 52-year-old John Mullikin of Hughesville. On July 31, 2021, at approximately 3:05 pm, patrol officers responded to the intersection of Brandywine Road and Floral Park Road in Clinton for...
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VIDEO: Retired Maryland Elementary School Teacher Charged With Child Porn Possession

VIDEO: Retired Maryland Elementary School Teacher Charged With Child Porn Possession

U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy, Jr. announced today that Richard W. Scherer, 70, of Depew, NY, was arrested and charged by complaint with enticement of a minor and possession of child pornography. The charges carry a mandatory minimum penalty of 10 years in prison, a maximum of life, and a $250,000 fine. Assistant U.S....
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Governor Hogan Announces $6 Million in Grants to Address Heroin and Opioid Crisis

Governor Hogan Announces $6 Million in Grants to Address Heroin and Opioid Crisis

Governor Larry Hogan today announced $6 million in new awards to support the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network and heroin coordinators. “The work of our heroin coordinators and the Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network are an integral part of our comprehensive strategy to collaborate across jurisdictions to dismantle criminal organizations, remain ahead of potential threats, refer...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Correctional Officer Oliva as Officer of the Quarter

Charles County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes Correctional Officer Oliva as Officer of the Quarter

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office would like to share with you the successes of CFC Oliva, a Correctional Officer at the Detention Center. Oliva was recognized as Officer of the Quarter for his dedication to duty, especially as it relates to his service as a specialized member of the Emergency Response Team. Recently, CFC...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Assistance in Locating Missing 16-Year-Old Male from St. Mary’s City

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Seeking Assistance in Locating Missing 16-Year-Old Male from St. Mary’s City

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance in locating missing person: Daimyon Anthony Wood, a 16-year-old black male, who was last seen on Sunday, August 1, 2021, in area of Luca Cove Road in St. Mary’s City. If you have information that can assist in helping safely locate Daimyon Wood, please call...
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State Fire Marshal Investigating Vehicle Arson in Indian Head, No Injuries Reported

State Fire Marshal Investigating Vehicle Arson in Indian Head, No Injuries Reported

On Thursday, July 29, 2021, at approximately 11:03 p.m., 10 firefighters from the Tenth District Volunteer Fire Department responded to the area of Stuckey Road in Indian Head, for the reported vehicle on fire. Crews arrived on the scene to find a 2017 Lexus NX200t sedan fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters controlled the fire...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force Make Multiple Arrests – July 28, 2021

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force Make Multiple Arrests – July 28, 2021

On July 28, 2021, members of the Youth Gun Violence Task Force located Jeremiah Lee Logan Jr., age 19 of Lexington Park, in the 46600 block of Yorktown Road in Lexington Park. Logan had an outstanding warrant for his arrest and was taken into custody. The warrant was served on Logan charging him with...
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MDOT SHA Lane Shift at Point Lookout State Park on MD Rt. 5 Beginning Tuesday, August 3, 2021

MDOT SHA Lane Shift at Point Lookout State Park on MD Rt. 5 Beginning Tuesday, August 3, 2021

The Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration (MDOT SHA) is preparing to temporarily shift traffic along MD 5 (Point Lookout Road) in St. Mary’s County between Camp Brown Road and the Point Lookout State Park entrance Tuesday, August 3, as part of the $24 million project to enhance safety along the roadway. Part...
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VIDEO: State Fire Marshal Investigating Fire at Habitat for Humanity in Great Mills Square, No Injuries Reported

VIDEO: State Fire Marshal Investigating Fire at Habitat for Humanity in Great Mills Square, No Injuries Reported

On Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at 10:55 p.m., firefighters from Bay District and NAS Patuxent River responded to the Restore – Habitat for Humanity located at 21600 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported large outside fire threatening a structure. Crews arrived on the scene to find fire showing from the rear...
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VIDEO: Detectives Seeking Community’s Assistance in Identifying Suspect Wanted in String of Seven Commercial Armed Robberies

VIDEO: Detectives Seeking Community’s Assistance in Identifying Suspect Wanted in String of Seven Commercial Armed Robberies

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s CID – Robbery Unit is investigating a string of commercial armed robberies that have occurred across the county beginning June 18 Detectives are hoping that someone in the community can help identify this suspect in these newly released photos and videos. A cash reward of up to $2,500...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Investigating 15-Year-Old Male Reportedly Stabbed in Lexington Park

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Investigating 15-Year-Old Male Reportedly Stabbed in Lexington Park

On Sunday, August 1, 2021, at approximately 7:05 p.m., police and emergency medical personnel responded to the 21400 block of Prather Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported stabbing. The 911 caller was a third party and was not on the scene, and the only information provided was a 15-year-old male was stabbed and...
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Two Transported to Area Trauma Centers After Head-on Collision in Newburg

Two Transported to Area Trauma Centers After Head-on Collision in Newburg

On Sunday, August 1, 2021, at approximately 11:15 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of 13050 Rock Point Road in Newburg, for the motor vehicle collision reported serious with entrapment. Crews arrived on the scene in under 3 minutes and found two vehicles in the roadway involved in a head-on...
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Anne Arundel and Loudoun County Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Tracy’s Landing Man for Killing His Mother

Anne Arundel and Loudoun County Police Arrest 23-Year-Old Tracy’s Landing Man for Killing His Mother

UPDATE 8/1/2021: On the evening of Friday, July 30, 2021, the analysis indicated the victim’s, Juanita Koilpillai, and the person of interest’s DNA were on the edged weapon. Through witness interviews coupled with the forensic evidence the suspect was positively identified as Andrew Weylin Beavers, 23, who also resided at the address located in...
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Lingering Impacts from Extreme Weather Events Affect Chesapeake Bay Underwater Grasses in 2020

Lingering Impacts from Extreme Weather Events Affect Chesapeake Bay Underwater Grasses in 2020

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) reports a third consecutive year of underwater grass loss in Maryland’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay in 2020. During the annual survey, 34,882 acres of underwater grasses were mapped in Maryland, representing 44% of the state’s 2025 restoration target and 30% of the ultimate restoration goal of...
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