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Teens Wanted For Hate Crime After Vandalizing Glen Burnie Church, Police Say Teens Wanted For Hate Crime After Vandalizing Glen Burnie Church, Police Say
Saint Albans Episcopal Church in Glen Burnie Damaged Two teens are wanted by the Anne Arundel Police Department for a hate crime after allegedly vandalizing a statue, officials say. An investigation has been launched into the destruction of property at Saint Albans Episcopal Church in Glen Burnie late on Sunday afternoon. Police say that at around 6 p.m. on April 21, a teen boy and girl broke a piece of concrete off a flower bed at the church, then used it to damage a memorial plaque that was in the garden on the property. The incident has been classified as a hate crime because a religious entity owns the damaged property, they noted. It re…

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by Zak Failla
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Man Wanted For Hate Crime Following Vandalism, Burglary At Glen Burnie Church: Police Man Wanted For Hate Crime Following Vandalism, Burglary At Glen Burnie Church: Police
Man Wanted For Hate Crime Following Vandalism, Burglary At Glen Burnie Church: Police The Anne Arundel County Police Department is investigating a reported hate crime after a burglary and vandalism incident at a Glen Burnie church. In the early morning hours of Sunday, detectives were called to Christ the King Catholic Church on Dorsey Road, where there was a reported robbery where a man was caught on camera breaking a window to gain access to the building, officials said. Christ the King Catholic Church at 126 Dorsey Road in Glen Burnie Google Maps street view According to police, because the incident involved the damage of church-owned property, it is considered a hate…

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by Zak Failla
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RECOGNIZE THEM? Suspects Break Into Montgomery County Church, Vandalize With Fire Extinguisher RECOGNIZE THEM? Suspects Break Into Montgomery County Church, Vandalize With Fire Extinguisher
Recognize Them? Suspects Break Into Montgomery County Church, Vandalize With Fire Extinguisher Police are attempting to identify three suspects they say broke into a Montgomery County church and vandalized it with a fire extinguisher. Officers responded to the Wheaton Community Church on the 3200 block of Paul Drive shortly before 3:20 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 and determined that the incident occurred overnight. The suspects broke into the church and vandalized it with a fire extinguisher, according to police. Anyone with information is asked to visit the Crime Solvers of Montgomery County, MD website and click the “P3Tips” link at the top of the page or call 1-866-411-8477. Tips…

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by Valerie Musson
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Vacant Home Known To Be Targeted By Vandals In Maryland Gutted By Flames: Fire Marshal Vacant Home Known To Be Targeted By Vandals In Maryland Gutted By Flames: Fire Marshal
Vacant Home Known To Be Targeted By Vandals In Maryland Gutted By Flames: Fire Marshal A vacant home in Harford County known to be a hot spot for vandals went up in flames over the weekend, according to the Maryland Fire Marshal. Dozens of firefighters were called late on Saturday afternoon to the 3400 block of Dorothy Avenue in Joppa, where a neighbor reported that a home was torched, though no possible suspects have been identified.  Last night at 6:30pm, Station 3 (Edgewood) and Station 2 (Airbase) was alerted to the 3400 Dorothy Ave for the... Posted by Aberdeen Proving Ground Fire & Emergency Services on Sunday, February 18, 2024 It took crews from the …

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by Zak Failla
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Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Under Maryland Bridge; Elected Officials Speak Out Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Under Maryland Bridge; Elected Officials Speak Out
Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Under Maryland Bridge; Elected Officials Speak Out Top officials in Montgomery County are decrying the latest instance of hate speech that was spray-painted under a bridge in North Bethesda. Police have launched an investigation after a swastika and message of hate was found under a bridge of Josiah Henson Parkway, prompting elected officials to immediately speak out to condemn the action. In photos shared online, the words "Club Aryan Excellent" were drawn next to a swastika. Sensitive content warning:We are deeply disturbed by the racist and antisemitic message found under a bridge of Josiah Henson Parkway in North Bethesda, MD. Our …

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by Zak Failla
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Hateful Vandal Who Thought Street Art Represented 'Gay Pride' In MD Arrested At Scene Of Crime Hateful Vandal Who Thought Street Art Represented 'Gay Pride' In MD Arrested At Scene Of Crime
Hateful Vandal Who Thought Street Art Represented 'Gay Pride' In MD Arrested At Scene Of Crime There has been another case of hate-motivated vandalism reported in Maryland. Kenny Antonio Guevara, 29, of Chillum, has been charged in Prince George’s County for allegedly damaging new street art in Hyattsville because he thought it "represented gay pride," according to police. Late in the afternoon on Thursday, June 29, officers from the Hyattsville Police Department were called to the intersection of Jefferson Street and 40th Avenue, where a man was caught spray painting the recently completed project. According to officials, the art, “Quilted Crossing,” was installed this week by the …

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by Zak Failla
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Three Charged For Hate Crimes, Vandalism At Anne Arundel County Churches: Police Three Charged For Hate Crimes, Vandalism At Anne Arundel County Churches: Police
Three Charged For Hate Crimes, Vandalism At Anne Arundel County Churches: Police Justice has been served for some communities in Maryland after suspects implicated in a string of hate crimes at area churches were arrested. Three people are in custody in Anne Arundel County after terrorizing places of worship throughout Odenton and Annapolis over the past several weeks, authorities announced on Thursday, June 29. Blake Krenzer, and Brandon Krezner, of Gambrills, and Jarren Alexander are facing multiple charges for their roles in vandalizing at least four churches over the past two weeks. Churches targeted include: Ark & Dove Presbyterian Church on Piney Orchar…

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by Zak Failla
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Acts Of Terror: Officials Speaking Out After Signage 'Desecrated' In MD During Pride Month Acts Of Terror: Officials Speaking Out After Signage 'Desecrated' In MD During Pride Month
Acts Of Terror: Officials Speaking Out After Signage 'Desecrated' In MD During Pride Month Outrage is brewing in a Maryland community after there was a rash of hate crimes in the neighborhood of a prominent LGBTQ+ lawmaker. Some elected officials in Montgomery County are speaking out after there were reports of pride and other inclusivity imagery "desecrated" in what County Council President Evan Glass described as “acts of terror.” On Wednesday, the Montgomery County Police Department reportedly received reports of Pride flags, Ukrainian flags, and inclusive lawn signs in Silver Spring that were vandalized or destroyed. This hate happened in my community. We can’t let them…

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by Zak Failla
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Vandals Leave Annapolis Church With $100K In Damages During Late Night Hate Crime: Police Vandals Leave Annapolis Church With $100K In Damages During Late Night Hate Crime: Police
Vandals Leave Annapolis Church With $100K In Damages During Late Night Hate Crime: Police Upwards of $100,000 in damage was caused to an Anne Arundel County church by vandals who ransacked the inside of the building, according to the police. A hate crime is now under investigation after a burglar broke a window at the Fowler United Methodist Church on Westgate Road in Annapolis, and plundered the house of worship. The damage is estimated to cost the church approximately $100,000. No information about possible vandals or suspects has been released by the Anne Arundel County Police Department as of Friday, June 23. Detectives continue to investigate the incident. Anyone with in…

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by Zak Failla
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Masonic Lodge Vandal Caught After Smearing Blood-Like Substances, Leaving Concerning Notes Masonic Lodge Vandal Caught After Smearing Blood-Like Substances, Leaving Concerning Notes
Masonic Lodge Vandal Caught After Smearing Blood-Like Substances, Leaving Concerning Notes A 43-year-old man has been arrested after being accused of vandalizing a Masonic Lodge in Glen Burnie. Michael Paul Ozalas was taken into custody on Wednesday, March 22 after Anne Arundel County Police connected him to the vandalism that had occurred at the Masonic Lodge on Crain Highway on Monday, March 13. Investigators say that Ozalas smeared a blood-colored substance on multiple doors of the Lodge. They also found hand-written letters that contained "concerning language" posted on the entry doors of the building. A week later on Tuesday, March 21, a member of the Annapolis Masonic Lodg…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Maryland Officials Condemn 'Racist' Vandalism Of Historically Black Church, Suspects On The Run Maryland Officials Condemn 'Racist' Vandalism Of Historically Black Church, Suspects On The Run
Maryland Officials Condemn 'Racist' Vandalism Of Historically Black Church, Suspects On The Run Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has released a statement following the vandalism of a historically black church in Potomac, claiming that the vandals acted in an act of racism.  On the night of Friday, Nov. 25, vandals attacked the Scotland African Methodist Episcopal Church in Potomac, with authorities releasing images of the suspects in an attempt to identify them, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Church VandalsMontgomery County Police "It saddens me greatly that we continue to witness more racist and hate-filled vandalism in our County", stated Elrich. "Throughout our n…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Maryland Church Vandals On The Loose, MASSIVE Reward Offered (VIDEO) Maryland Church Vandals On The Loose, MASSIVE Reward Offered (VIDEO)
Maryland Church Vandals On The Loose, Massive Reward Offered (Video) Montgomery County church vandals are on the loose after police say several suspects broke into the place of worship before vandalizing property and fleeing the scene last month. The burglary occurred around 11 p.m., Friday, Nov. 25, at the Scotland AME Zion Church located in the 10900 block of Seven Locks Road in Potomac, according to Montgomery County police. Surveillance footage was able to capture the suspects in the act, and has been released in an effort to identify the vandals. A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information that leads to the arrest of the suspects. Anyon…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Washington Monument Vandal In Custody, Cleaning Process Underway: Multiple Reports Washington Monument Vandal In Custody, Cleaning Process Underway: Multiple Reports
Washington Monument Vandal In Custody, Cleaning Process Underway: Multiple Reports An Indiana man was arrested for vandalizing  the Washington Monument.In the evening on Sept. 20, Shaun Deaton, 44 dumped red paint on one side of the monument and wrote an obscene message.  Deaton's message at the base of the monument read, "Have you been f----- by this ... Gov says tough s---.", according to NBC News. U.S. Park Police charged Deaton with trespassing, tampering and vandalism.  The monument was temporarily closed, as preservation crew members began the clean-up process. "The top layer of paint is coming off and the pigment that seeped into the stone will be …

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by AJ Goldbloom
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Two Boys Busted After Repeated Vandalism Incidents At Maryland Middle School Two Boys Busted After Repeated Vandalism Incidents At Maryland Middle School
Two Boys Busted After Repeated Vandalism Incidents At Maryland Middle School Two young boys from Bethesda have been arrested after being linked to several vandalism incidents at Pyle Middle School, authorities say. The boys are allegedly connected to at least three vandalism incidents at the middle school that began in June, according to Montgomery County police. Police were initially called to investigate vandalism that was reported around 11:30 p.m., Sunday, June 25 at the school in the 6300 block of Wilson Lane. School security told officers that they witnessed the two boys painting graffiti on the back of the school building before fleeing on bicycles. Police …

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by Annie DeVoe
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100 Year Old DC Catholic School Vandalized Amid Pattern Of Religious Hate Crimes 100 Year Old DC Catholic School Vandalized Amid Pattern Of Religious Hate Crimes
100 Year Old DC Catholic School Vandalized Amid Pattern Of Religious Hate Crimes A Washington DC Catholic school has been vandalized amid a pattern of religious hate crimes, states a fundraiser created for the school. The 100-year-old St. Anthony Catholic School was the latest target for vandals, who beheaded the school's namesake statue, according to the GoFundMe. Not only was the St. Anthony statue was found knocked over with the head missing, but several other areas of the school were damaged, officials said.  Vandals allegedly broke a concrete windowsill as well as uprooted and damaged several playground benches. This vandalism comes only days after a young J…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Police Apprehend Man Wanted For Hate Crime At Anne Arundel Church Police Apprehend Man Wanted For Hate Crime At Anne Arundel Church
Police Apprehend Man Wanted For Hate Crime At Anne Arundel Church Concerned citizens helped police in Maryland locate and apprehend a man wanted for a hate crime at an Anne Arundel County church. Donald Eugene Hood, Jr., 66, was arrested by members of the Anne Arundel County Police Department at approximately 8:15 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 5 in the area of Annapolis Road and Burns Crossing Road in Gambrills after there was a citizen complaint. Hood was wanted by police for an alleged vandalism incident at the Kingdom Celebration Church on Annapolis Road in Gambrills on Wednesday, Aug. 3. The nature of the vandalism has not been released by investigators, t…

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by Zak Failla
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Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Spray-Painted On Maryland Mailboxes: Reports Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Spray-Painted On Maryland Mailboxes: Reports
Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Spray-Painted On Maryland Mailboxes: Reports Outrage swept through a primarily Jewish neighborhood in Baltimore County after Swastikas were found spray-painted on a mailbox, reports WBAL.  The hate symbols, accompanied by the word "Cox", which many believe to be referencing republican Maryland Governor candidate Dan Cox, were seen along Greenspring Avenue in the Stevenson area, the outlet continued.  Police are reportedly investigating several claims of vandalism in the area.  Delegate Cox also released a statement condemning the acts of vandalism, stating that "such bigotry and criminal activity is evil and must be ex…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Police In Maryland Searching For 66-Year-Old Man In Connection To Hate Crime At Church Police In Maryland Searching For 66-Year-Old Man In Connection To Hate Crime At Church
Police In Maryland Searching For 66-Year-Old Man In Connection To Hate Crime At Church Detectives are searching for a man wanted for vandalizing a church in Gambrills, authorities say. Donald Eugene Hood Jr., 66, is has been identified as the suspect in connection to the vandalization of the Kingdom Celebration Center at 952 Annapolis Road that was reported on Wednesday, Aug. 3, around 9:15 p.m., according to Anne Arundel police. The victim found an offensive message inscribed onto the door of the church. Police say this church had been a target of past incidents of the similar nature. An arrest warrant has been filed for Hood, and police are asking anyone with information o…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Alert Issued For Vandals Wanted For Targeting Maryland Church Grounds Alert Issued For Vandals Wanted For Targeting Maryland Church Grounds
Alert Issued For Vandals Wanted For Targeting Maryland Church Grounds Investigators in Maryland are seeking the public's assistance in locating two people who were caught on camera vandalizing a St. Mary's County Church campus. An alert was issued by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday, July 28, after the suspect pair allegedly repeatedly rode their dirt bikes on the grounds of the Immaculate Conception Church on Old Village Road in Mechanicsville. The alleged vandalism happened at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 14, and Wednesday, June 15, investigators said, causing an undisclosed amount of damage to the church. It remains under i…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Montgomery County Officials Address String Of Church Vandalisms Montgomery County Officials Address String Of Church Vandalisms
Montgomery County Officials Address String Of Church Vandalisms Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich has released a statement after a string of recent church vandalism incidents and suspected arsons, officials say. In the statement, Elrich states that "hate in any form has no home in Montgomery County" when addressing the recent attacks. "The criminal activity that took place over the weekend does not represent the values of inclusion and equity that we are striving for in the communities of this County. We pride ourselves on our diversity of religious communities. A hateful incident against one community impacts us all", said Elrich. The statement …

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by Annie DeVoe
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Vandals Cause $30,000 In Damage To Home During Burglary In Maryland: Sheriff Vandals Cause $30,000 In Damage To Home During Burglary In Maryland: Sheriff
Vandals Cause $30,000 In Damage To Home During Burglary In Maryland: Sheriff Police investigators in Maryland are investigating a home burglary and vandalism incident that led to more than $30,000 in damages and stolen property, the Charles County Sheriff’s Office announced. A homeowner in the 10900 block of Sam's Place in Waldorf returned home at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday, June 27 to find that it had been broken into and ransacked. Upon arrival, officers were advised that when the victim returned home, his residence had been broken into and vandalized, according to Janelle Love of the Charles County Sheriff's Media Relations Office. Walls, furniture, cabi…

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by Zak Failla
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Police Release Images Of Suspect In Howard Sign Theft, Vandalism Police Release Images Of Suspect In Howard Sign Theft, Vandalism
Police Release Images Of Suspect In Howard Sign Theft, Vandalism Police are asking for help identifying a man who is suspected of theft and vandalism in Howard County dating back to 2020. The investigation surrounds ongoing theft and vandalism of dozens of signs concentrated in the Kings Contrivance area, according to Howard County Police. Do you recognize this man? #HoCoPolice are investigating the ongoing theft and vandalism of dozens of @ColumbiaAssn signs dating back to the end of 2020. Investigators are hoping to identify and speak with the person seen removing a sign in this photo. pic.twitter.com/6xZs0qg88m — Howard County Police Department (@…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Vandals At Large After Forcefully Breaking Door At Maryland Home: Sheriff Vandals At Large After Forcefully Breaking Door At Maryland Home: Sheriff
Vandals At Large After Forcefully Breaking Door At Maryland Home: Sheriff Law enforcement agencies in St. Mary’s County are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a pair of wanted suspects who were caught on camera breaking the storm door of a Leonardtown home. An alert was issued by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday, June 9 as they attempt to identify and locate two people who were pictured by home surveillance video during the vandalism incident. County spokesperson Jason Babcock said that at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 29, two suspects walked up to the porch of a home at the 22900 block of Hollywood Road in Leonardtown. As t…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
$50K Reward Offered In Montgomery County Farm Vandal Investigation: Police $50K Reward Offered In Montgomery County Farm Vandal Investigation: Police
$50K Reward Offered In Montgomery County Farm Vandal Investigation: Police A Damascus farm owner is offering a massive $50,000 reward after his farm was vandalized and contaminated in April 2021, authorities say.  A suspect was seen driving onto a storage area where they climbed on top of a tanker truck and contaminated liquid fertilizer with herbicide at the farm on Long Corner Road the night of Wednesday, April 21, 2021, Montgomery County Officials say. The contaminated truck was used to fertilize over 1,000 acres of corn before the farm owner found the herbicide. A week later, another contaminated truck was discovered. Police ask that anyone with informat…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Multiple Suspects Sought For Vandalizing Prince George's Police Cruiser Multiple Suspects Sought For Vandalizing Prince George's Police Cruiser
Multiple Suspects Sought For Vandalizing Prince George's Police Cruiser The Prince George's Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying several suspects wanted for vandalizing a police cruiser over the weekend in Laurel. The suspects were seen striking or kicking the cruiser while an officer tried to break up a large crowd in the area of the area of Chevy Chase Drive at Sweitzer Lane, police said. This happened around 11:35 p.m. on Saturday, April 2.  When the officer turned on his lights and sirens, a large group circled the cruiser and began to kick and vandalize it. One suspect was even armed with a pole, police said. With th…

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by David Cifarelli
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Glen Burnie Man, 22, Arrested For Spraying Swastikas In Elvatontown Community Glen Burnie Man, 22, Arrested For Spraying Swastikas In Elvatontown Community
Glen Burnie Man, 22, Arrested For Spraying Swastikas In Elvatontown Community A man from Glen Burnie has been arrested for spray painting Anti-Semitic symbols throughout the Elvatontown community, authorities said. Brandon Ryan Dozier, 22, allegedly painted two Swastikas on the roadway and one on an HOA-owned building around 6:30 a.m. on March 28, Anne Arundel County Police said.  Police were made aware of the situation after multiple vandalisms were reported by the community. Crews were on scene removing the offensive material as well, police added.  The investigation into this case is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to contact police at …

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by David Cifarelli
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Gov. Hogan Breaks Down During Visit To Ukrainian Church With Vandalized Cemetery (PHOTOS) Gov. Hogan Breaks Down During Visit To Ukrainian Church With Vandalized Cemetery (PHOTOS)
Gov. Hogan Breaks Down During Visit To Ukrainian Church With Vandalized Cemetery (Photos) The State of Maryland is standing in solidarity with a Ukrainian church in Baltimore, whose cemetery had some of its headstones defaced in the wake of the Russian invasion. More than 50 headstones at St. Michael’s Ukrainian Cemetery were found damaged — most being knocked over — around 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 23, Baltimore County police reported.  Gov. Larry Hogan visited the church on Monday, Feb. 28 in solidarity. Photos show a tearful governor delivering a speech. Thank you Governor Hogan for your support. Posted by St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church Baltimore on…

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by David Cifarelli
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PA Man Burning Plastic Christmas Wreathes At MD Cemetery Was 'Trying To Save The Earth' PA Man Burning Plastic Christmas Wreathes At MD Cemetery Was 'Trying To Save The Earth'
PA Man Burning Plastic Christmas Wreathes At MD Cemetery Was 'Trying To Save The Earth' A Pennsylvania man was arrested after authorities found him torching Christmas wreathes at a Maryland cemetery apparently because they weren't biodegradable and he was trying to save the planet, authorities said. Witnesses called 911 after spotting Peter J. Custer, 43, taking the plastic wreathes from three or more burial plots, placing them on an access road and lighting them on fire at the Cedar Lawn Memorial Park cemetery in Hagerstown around 1 a.m., the Maryland Fire Marshal said. Washington County Sheriff's Office, Maryland and the Office of the State Fire Marshal responded. Durin…

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by Cecilia Levine