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Carjacker Fleeing From Officers Rammed Cruisers Following Chase In Maryland: Sheriff Carjacker Fleeing From Officers Rammed Cruisers Following Chase In Maryland: Sheriff
Carjacker Fleeing From Officers Rammed Cruisers Following Chase In Maryland: Sheriff A 62-year-old carjacker who rammed into police cruisers repeatedly in an attempt to escape justice was ultimately apprehended in Southern Maryland after going on a short-lived crime spree. Lexington Park resident Francis Jerome Hicks is facing charges in multiple counties after refusing to go down quietly and using his carjacked vehicle as a battering ram before being arrested by members of the Charles County Sheriff's Office. Earlier this week, officers from the sheriff's office were called to the area of Berry Road and Bonnie Lane, where a carjacking suspect was fleeing from Prince George…
Max Sentence For Maryland Man Convicted Of Killing 53-Year-Old Man: State's Attorney Max Sentence For Maryland Man Convicted Of Killing 53-Year-Old Man: State's Attorney
Max Sentence For Maryland Man Convicted Of Killing 53-Year-Old Man: State's Attorney A man from Prince George's County with a lengthy criminal history is heading back to prison for several decades for the murder of a 53-year-old man in the summer of 2022, the St. Mary's County State's Attorney announced late on Wednesday afternoon. Forestville resident Malcolm Carl Young, 47, has been sentenced to 60 years in prison, with 30 years of active incarceration, after being convicted convicted by a jury following the shooting death of Great Mills resident Anthony Charles Wright in August 2022. Specifically, he was convicted of second-degree murder and use of a firearm in the commi…
Suboxone Smuggled Into Maryland Jail Leads To Charges For Three Inmates: Police Suboxone Smuggled Into Maryland Jail Leads To Charges For Three Inmates: Police
Suboxone Smuggled Into Maryland Jail Leads To Charges For Three Inmates: Police Three inmates are facing fresh charges for a monthlong scheme to smuggle contraband into a detention facility in Maryland. Between December and January, police say that the the trio, who were incarcerated at the Anne Arundel County Detention Facility, worked to bring Suboxone and other items inside the facility, according to police. On Thursday, the Anne Arundel County Police Department announced that these inmates are facing new charges: Tyrone Edward Freeman, 39, of Lexington Park; Deontae Karon Robbins, 23, of Severn; Dexter Deon Burnside, 26, of Annapolis. Officials say that the inves…
'Execution-Style' Murderer Serving Life Gets 55 More Years For Probation Violations In Maryland 'Execution-Style' Murderer Serving Life Gets 55 More Years For Probation Violations In Maryland
'Execution-Style' Murderer Serving Life Gets 55 More Years For Probation Violations In Maryland A Maryland man already facing a lifetime behind bars was hit with 55 more years for violating his probation, the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office announced.  Charles Hall, 29, of Lexington Park, was back in court this week, where a judge ordered him to spend 55 more years in prison for violating his probation, just days after he was sentenced to life in prison for his role in the murder of a 19-year-old "execution style" in Great Mills two years ago. St. Mary's County State's Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced the latest prison term for Hall following his sentencing for first-degree m…
Shooter Convicted Of Murdering 53-Year-Old Man Last Summer In MD: State's Attorney Shooter Convicted Of Murdering 53-Year-Old Man Last Summer In MD: State's Attorney
Shooter Convicted Of Murdering 53-Year-Old Man Last Summer In MD: State's Attorney A man from Prince George's County with a checkered criminal history will spend more time behind bars for the murder of a 53-year-old man last summer, the St. Mary's County State's Attorney announced. Forestville resident Malcolm Carl Young, 47, has been convicted by a jury following the shooting death of Great Mills resident Anthony Charles Wright in August last year. Specifically, he was convicted of second-degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a crime of violence. Members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 21600 block of Great Mills Ro…
See Taylor Swift: Eras Tour Movie Comes To Maryland Theaters (And Tickets Are Just $19.89) See Taylor Swift: Eras Tour Movie Comes To Maryland Theaters (And Tickets Are Just $19.89)
See Taylor Swift: Eras Tour Movie Comes To Maryland Theaters (And Tickets Are Just $19.89) Couldn't get tickets to see Taylor Swift's The Era Tour in person? You're very much not alone. But don't worry, Swifties, there's a way to experience the pop culture juggernaut. Get tickets now to see TAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR Concert Film only in theaters in North America beginning 10/13. Taylor Swift "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" will be premiering at AMC Theatres across Maryland starting on Friday, Oct. 13 (obviously) with tickets going on sale Thursday, Aug. 31. Showtimes will run Thursdays to Sundays.  Standard showings are priced at $19.89 (cute!) for adults and $13.13 for se…
Transgender Teen Killed In Maryland, Sheriff Says (UPDATED) Transgender Teen Killed In Maryland, Sheriff Says (UPDATED)
Transgender Teen Killed In Maryland, Sheriff Says (Updated) New information has been released by members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's office as they continue to investigate the death of a teen who was killed early on Friday morning. Isiaih Alexander Woodland, 18, of Lexington Park, has been identified by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office as the victim who was shot and killed to kick off Friday, March 24. 235 South in the area of Big Dogs Paradise in Mechanicsville is currently closed due to an active investigation. Expect delays — St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office (@firstsheriff) March 24, 2023 On Saturday, March 25, investigators s…
Wheelchair-Bound Man Struck, Killed By Pick-Up Truck Crossing Maryland Roadway, Sheriff Says Wheelchair-Bound Man Struck, Killed By Pick-Up Truck Crossing Maryland Roadway, Sheriff Says
Wheelchair-Bound Man Struck, Killed By Pick-Up Truck Crossing Maryland Roadway, Sheriff Says A man in a wheelchair was killed over the weekend after being struck by a late-model pick-up truck while attempting to cross the road in Maryland, investigators announced. Lexington Park resident Eugene Elis Wood, 39, was struck and killed by a 1994 Ford Ranger driven by Walter Tyrone Waul, 55, of Callaway, around dusk on Friday, Dec. 2 in the 21600 block of Great Mills Road. Police say that shortly before 5:15 p.m. on Friday afternoon, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a pedestrian who had been struck attempting to cross Great Mills Road in the a…
Drug Dealers Busted Attempting To Flush Weed During Search And Seizure In Maryland Drug Dealers Busted Attempting To Flush Weed During Search And Seizure In Maryland
Drug Dealers Busted Attempting To Flush Weed During Search And Seizure In Maryland Two Maryland men are facing drug and weapon charges following a bust by sheriff’s deputies in St. Mary’s County, officials announced. Juwan Deontre Ford, 19, and James Sylvester Ford, Jr., 21, both of Lexington Park have been arrested following a weeks-long investigation into alleged drug deals throughout the region, according to a spokesperson with the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office. In October, detectives began an investigation into the distribution of Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) at the 21200 block of Winding Way in Lexington Park. According to the spokesperson, during the …
Maryland Woman To Spend Years In Prison For Stealing $1M In Disability Benefits: DOJ Maryland Woman To Spend Years In Prison For Stealing $1M In Disability Benefits: DOJ
Maryland Woman To Spend Years In Prison For Stealing $1M In Disability Benefits: DOJ Federal officials announced that a Southern Maryland woman will spend more than two years in prison for stealing more than $1 million in disability cash from the US Department of Veterans Affairs. Lexington Park resident Angela Marie Farr, 36, was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release after admitting to her role in a scheme to fraudulently obtain disability benefits from the VA and Social Security Administration. Additionally, a judge ordered Farr to pay nearly $1.5 million in fines and restitution for the government’s losses. According to …
Felon Busted Distributing Weed, Narcotics Near Maryland School, Church, Sheriff Says Felon Busted Distributing Weed, Narcotics Near Maryland School, Church, Sheriff Says
Felon Busted Distributing Weed, Narcotics Near Maryland School, Church, Sheriff Says A convicted felon in Maryland was busted by police in St. Mary's County on Wednesday morning following the investigation into the sale of drugs and marijuana near a Lexington Park school and church, according to the sheriff’s office. On Wednesday, Oct. 26, Dominick NMN Mackall, 34, of Lexington Park was taken into custody by detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Vice/Narcotics Division, along with members of the Emergency Services Team (EST) and the Sheriff’s Office K9 Unit. A search and seizure warrant was executed in the 45800 block of Jay Dee Court in Lexington Park, wh…
Convicted Felon Punches Police K9 In Maryland While Fleeing From Deputies: Sheriff Convicted Felon Punches Police K9 In Maryland While Fleeing From Deputies: Sheriff
Convicted Felon Punches Police K9 In Maryland While Fleeing From Deputies: Sheriff A convicted felon in Maryland is facing more than a dozen new charges after punching a police K9 in the face as he attempted to flee investigators conducting a drug sweep in St. Mary's County, authorities announced. Lexington Park resident Thomas Donnell Evans, 42, was arrested on drug and weapon charges this week by members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office, but he didn't go down without a fight. On Tuesday, Oct. 18, detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office’s Vice/Narcotics Division executed a series of search warrants at First Road in Lexington Park targeting Evans. …
Shootings In Maryland Under Investigation After Businesses, Person Struck: Sheriff Shootings In Maryland Under Investigation After Businesses, Person Struck: Sheriff
Shootings In Maryland Under Investigation After Businesses, Person Struck: Sheriff One person was hospitalized in Maryland with a gunshot wound as police investigate a series of shootings reported in St. Mary’s County. The busy afternoon for the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office began at 12:47 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 18 when deputies responded to the 22500 block of MacArthur Boulevard in California for reports of shots fired into a business. During the investigation, it was determined that two businesses were struck by projectiles, and several others were instructed to shelter in place during the sheriff’s canvas of the area. No other buildings or victims were reported. …
Reckless Endangerment Incident Under Investigation Following Midday Maryland Shooting Reckless Endangerment Incident Under Investigation Following Midday Maryland Shooting
Reckless Endangerment Incident Under Investigation Following Midday Maryland Shooting A midday weekend shooting is under investigation in Maryland after a vehicle was struck several times, officials said. In Lexington Park, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded shortly before 12:15 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 9, to reports of shots fired in the 4600 block of Midway Drive. Upon arrival, investigators said that they located multiple shell casings and a vehicle that had sustained damage from projectiles. No suspect has been identified by the sheriff’s office, and no injuries were reported. The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information r…
Woman With Kids In Car Busted With Needles, Drugs In Maryland Amid Crash Investigation: Police Woman With Kids In Car Busted With Needles, Drugs In Maryland Amid Crash Investigation: Police
Woman With Kids In Car Busted With Needles, Drugs In Maryland Amid Crash Investigation: Police A Maryland woman is facing charges for allegedly driving while under the influence of drugs with children inside her car before crashing in St. Mary’s County, police say. Lexington Park resident Amy Leigh Burke, 36, is facing multiple charges from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office following an investigation into a motor vehicle crash in California. Deputies from the sheriff's office responded to the 22600 block of There Notch Road in California for the reported crash on Monday, Sept. 26, officials announced on Friday, Sept. 30. During the investigation, deputies said that Burke was …
Cookout Shooter In Custody Following Lengthy Search By Sheriff In Maryland Cookout Shooter In Custody Following Lengthy Search By Sheriff In Maryland
Cookout Shooter In Custody Following Lengthy Search By Sheriff In Maryland A convicted felon from Lexington Park who fired shots toward a group of people at a cookout earlier this month in Maryland has been apprehended after a weeks-long search, the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office announced. Walter Harrison Nelson, 55, is facing multiple charges after allegedly shooting a man during an altercation at a gathering in Lexington Park, leading to his arrest on Friday, Sept. 23. Specifically, Nelson was charged with: First-degree assault; Second-degree assault; Firearm use during a violent crime; Firearm possession with a felony conviction; Illegal possession of …
Public Assistance Sought To Locate Two Wanted Suspects Who Robbed Maryland Stores: Police Public Assistance Sought To Locate Two Wanted Suspects Who Robbed Maryland Stores: Police
Public Assistance Sought To Locate Two Wanted Suspects Who Robbed Maryland Stores: Police Seen them? The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance as they attempt to identify and locate suspects wanted for alleged thefts over the summer. At 7:45 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, a man (pictured above on the left and right) members of the sheriff’s office responded to the Lexington Park Big Lots in the 21800 block of North Shangri-La Drive, when he attempted to leave the store with items he never paid for, investigators said. A store employee was able to follow the suspect out of the store and recovered the stolen items before he could take off, officials n…
Maryland State Police Arrest Man Charged In 2021 Fatal Impaired Driving Crash In St. Mary’s Maryland State Police Arrest Man Charged In 2021 Fatal Impaired Driving Crash In St. Mary’s
Maryland State Police Arrest Man Charged In 2021 Fatal Impaired Driving Crash In St. Mary’s More than a year after a fatal four-car crash in Maryland, state police announced that they have arrested a suspect who was allegedly impaired when he crashed head-on with another driver last summer. St. Mary’s County resident Kevin Eugene Luther, 42, was indicted this week and arrested at his Lexington Park home following a yearlong investigation into the fatal crash in August last year, Maryland State Police officials announced. Shortly before 7 p.m. on Aug. 31, 2021, police said that troopers from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack responded to Pegg Road in the area of Spring…
Police Seize Cash, Cocaine, Handgun From Three Maryland Residences During Drug Bust Police Seize Cash, Cocaine, Handgun From Three Maryland Residences During Drug Bust
Police Seize Cash, Cocaine, Handgun From Three Maryland Residences During Drug Bust A monthlong investigation led to police making a massive drug bust in Maryland, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office announced. California resident Tercell Javon Blackiston, 34, is facing multiple charges following the execution of search and seizure warrants at three residences he used to allegedly store and distribute cocaine in St. Mary’s County, officials said. The warrants were executed at Blackiston’s residence in the 23000 block of Chestnut Oak Court in California, a residence in the 46000 block of Pegg Lane in Lexington Park, and a residence in the 43000 block of Pump House Lane …
Workplace Violence: Man Charged For Shooting At Former Employer's Building In Maryland Workplace Violence: Man Charged For Shooting At Former Employer's Building In Maryland
Workplace Violence: Man Charged For Shooting At Former Employer's Building In Maryland A jilted employee is facing a host of charges after causing a massive scene by firing a gun into his former employer’s office building in Maryland, the St. Mary's County Sheriff announced. Lexington Park resident Sidney Joseph Spry, 27, was arrested on Wednesday, Sept. 14 following an investigation into a shooting in the 4600 block of Expedition Drive, officials said. Shortly before 11 a.m. on Wednesday morning, deputies from the sheriff’s office responded to the Lexington Park business park when there were reports of shots fired into a building. Upon arrival, deputies said that they loca…
Man Airlifted To Maryland Hospital After Overnight Cookout Shooting: Sheriff Man Airlifted To Maryland Hospital After Overnight Cookout Shooting: Sheriff
Man Airlifted To Maryland Hospital After Overnight Cookout Shooting: Sheriff One person had to be airlifted to a Maryland hospital after being shot during an altercation at an overnight cookout in St. Mary’s County. Shortly before 12:45 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 9, deputies from the sheriff’s office responded to the 21000 block of Edgar Way in Lexington Park, where there was a reported shooting. Upon arrival, a spokesperson from the sheriff’s office said that deputies found a 33-year-old man who had been shot in the stomach and had to be airlifted to an area hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. A police K-9 Unit was deployed at the scene and a fire…
Maryland Men Busted With Illegal Rifle During Search And Seizure: Sheriff Maryland Men Busted With Illegal Rifle During Search And Seizure: Sheriff
Maryland Men Busted With Illegal Rifle During Search And Seizure: Sheriff Two men are facing charges after being busted with an illegal weapon during a multi-agency seizure operation in Maryland, authorities announced. Great Mills resident Jamarr Sherman Mackall, 31, and Chicago Alexander Garner, 27, of Lexington Park, were apprehended by members of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office late on Monday, Aug. 22, according to officials. On Monday, detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigation and Narcotics and Special Operation divisions executives a search and seizure warrant in the 21800 block of Ronald Drive in Lexington Park. …
Man Prohibited From Possessing Weapons Busted Bearing Arms During Stop In Maryland: Sheriff Man Prohibited From Possessing Weapons Busted Bearing Arms During Stop In Maryland: Sheriff
Man Prohibited From Possessing Weapons Busted Bearing Arms During Stop In Maryland: Sheriff A man prohibited by law from possessing weapons is facing charges after being busted with an illegally loaded handgun during a traffic stop in Maryland, authorities announced. Lexington Park resident Malik Shavon Jordan, 25, was stopped in the 22600 block of MacArthur Boulevard in California by members of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, when he committed a traffic violation, a spokesperson for the sheriff announced on Thursday, Aug. 18. During the stop, the spokesperson said that Jordan was identified as the driver and deputies noticed that he had a loaded handgun in his waistband, …
Maryland Woman Convicted Of Fraudulently Obtaining Husband's Military Disability Benefits Maryland Woman Convicted Of Fraudulently Obtaining Husband's Military Disability Benefits
Maryland Woman Convicted Of Fraudulently Obtaining Husband's Military Disability Benefits A scammer in Maryland is facing prison time after being convicted of scheming with her daughter to fraudulently obtain military disability benefits from the federal government, the Department of Justice announced. Lexington Park resident Mary Francis Biggs, 65, was convicted by a jury this week for conspiracy to commit theft of government property and for theft of government property in connection with a scheme to fraudulently obtain additional military disability benefits for her husband from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). During the scheme, prosecutors said that be…
Suspect Charged With Murder, Victim ID'd Following Fatal Maryland Shooting: Sheriff Suspect Charged With Murder, Victim ID'd Following Fatal Maryland Shooting: Sheriff
Suspect Charged With Murder, Victim ID'd Following Fatal Maryland Shooting: Sheriff A man from Prince George's County with a checkered criminal history is facing multiple murder, assault, and weapons charges following the fatal shooting of a 53-year-old man in St. Mary's County, investigators announced. Forestville resident Malcolm Carl Young, 46, was apprehended within minutes by members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office following the shooting death of Great Mills resident Anthony Charles Wright on Tuesday, Aug. 9. On Wednesday, Aug. 10, a spokesperson for the sheriff's office announced that Young had been arrested and was charged with:  First-degree murd…
He's Back: Maryland Man Accused Of Violating Protective Order For Fourth Time This Summer He's Back: Maryland Man Accused Of Violating Protective Order For Fourth Time This Summer
He's Back: Maryland Man Accused Of Violating Protective Order For Fourth Time This Summer A summer of harassment continued for a Maryland man who was busted violating a valid court order for the fourth time in less than two months, this time by assaulting his victim. Lexington Park resident Jonathon Jacob Resnick, 48, a familiar face to the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office, was back on the wrong side of the law for violating a protective order issued on behalf of his repeat victim. Deputies from the sheriff's office responded to the 21900 block of Rosewood Terrace in Lexington Park - again - for a reported disturbance, officials said. Upon arrival, officers said that the inv…
Teen Busted Twice In A Week For Trespassing, Threatening Driver With Handgun In Maryland Teen Busted Twice In A Week For Trespassing, Threatening Driver With Handgun In Maryland
Teen Busted Twice In A Week For Trespassing, Threatening Driver With Handgun In Maryland A teenager in Maryland is facing multiple charges after allegedly pointing a handgun at a passing driver in St. Mary’s County near a busy intersection, according to the sheriff’s office. Lexington Park resident Leah Michelle Hicks, 18, was apprehended by members of the sheriff's office following an investigation into an alleged incident on Chaptico Road near the area of Route 234 in Mechanicsville. Leah Michelle Hicks threatened her victim on Chaptico Road near the area of Route 234.Google Maps street view / St. Mary's County Sheriff It is alleged that a victim observed a vehicle stoppe…
Sprinkler System, Pawned Electronics Help Lead Investigators In Maryland To Arson Suspect Sprinkler System, Pawned Electronics Help Lead Investigators In Maryland To Arson Suspect
Sprinkler System, Pawned Electronics Help Lead Investigators In Maryland To Arson Suspect Investigators in Maryland are giving an assist to a sprinkler system and pawned big-ticket items that helped lead them to a wanted arson and burglary suspect, the state fire marshal announced. Terrell Anthony Duckett, 26, was charged by depute state fire marshals in St. Mary’s County following a lengthy investigation into a March 2022 Lexington Park fire where multiple items were stolen. On Wednesday, March 21, crews from the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department responded to Valley Court, where there was a reported apartment fire. Upon arrival, officials said that firefighters located th…
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Shoot: Maryland Man Arrested After Assaulting Victim During Dispute Rock, Paper, Scissors, Shoot: Maryland Man Arrested After Assaulting Victim During Dispute
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Shoot: Maryland Man Arrested After Assaulting Victim During Dispute A Lexington Park man is facing charges for an alleged assault where he punched his victim and threatened him with scissors during a dispute, police said. William Andrew Wright, 39, was arrested by members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office after an alleged disturbance in the 21400 block of Ritz Drive in Lexington Park on Monday, July 27. Deputies from the sheriff’s office said that Wright allegedly punched his victim in the chest and threatened him with scissors. He also allegedly assaulted a second victim who sought to intervene and stop the assault by pulling on his shirt, causin…
Four Maryland Restaurants Pass Alcohol Compliance Checks, Three Do Not: Officials Four Maryland Restaurants Pass Alcohol Compliance Checks, Three Do Not: Officials
Four Maryland Restaurants Pass Alcohol Compliance Checks, Three Do Not: Officials Several Maryland restaurants were busted selling booze to an undercover teenage agent during a sting operation, officials announced. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Alcohol Enforcement Unit conducted a series of alcohol compliance checks at seven restaurants in the region to see if they would sell to an 18-year-old who was working with the agency. Officials said that the teens as wearing plain clothes and carried no personal identification during the operation. The teen was directed to enter the restaurants and order an alcoholic beverage while at the bar or seated at a table whil…
Cellphone Thrown Into Maryland River During Dispute: Sheriff Cellphone Thrown Into Maryland River During Dispute: Sheriff
Cellphone Thrown Into Maryland River During Dispute: Sheriff A cellphone took a dip in a Maryland river after a Prince Frederick man was involved in a dispute and threw his victim's device into the water, authorities announced. Carlos Humberto Coroy Ruiz, 26, of Prince Frederick, was arrested and charged for his role in an incident in Lexington Park earlier this month, a spokesperson for the St. Mary's County Sheriff said. Deputies from the sheriff's office were called to the 46500 block of Corporate Drive on Monday, July 25, where there was a reported disturbance involving Ruiz and his victim. The investigation by the sheriff's office determined th…