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Canine, Eye In Sky, Help Apprehend Home Invading Sexual Assault Suspect In Northern Maryland Canine, Eye In Sky, Help Apprehend Home Invading Sexual Assault Suspect In Northern Maryland
Canine, Eye In Sky, Help Apprehend Home Invading Sexual Assault Suspect In Northern Maryland Old school and new school came together to help well-trained members of the Harford County Sheriff's Office apprehended a wanted sexual assault suspect, according to officials. For the second time in a week, deputies were able to deploy drone technology - with an assist from a police K9 - to track down a man wanted for a home invasion and alleged sexual assault in Edgewood. It was the second time in a week that investigators were able to use the tech to apprehend a wanted criminal. Shortly before midnight on Saturday, April 13, deputies were called to investigate a home invasion and report…
Human Remains Found In Annapolis Linked To Suspected Kidnapping In Baltimore: Police Human Remains Found In Annapolis Linked To Suspected Kidnapping In Baltimore: Police
Human Remains Found In Annapolis Linked To Suspected Kidnapping In Baltimore: Police The body of a man believed to have been abducted in Baltimore has been identified as the one found in a wooded area in Annapolis on Thursday, investigators say. A suspicious death investigation was launched on March 28 in Anne Arundel County when police were called to the 900 block of Spa Road, where they found an unresponsive man - later identified by the Medical Examiner as David Winchester Jr. - dead.  According to the Baltimore Police Department, Winchester was the possible subject of an abduction. Police say that at approximately 12:45 a.m. on March 28, officers were dispatc…
Teen Charged As Adult For Rape, Murder Of Woman Found By Daughter In Maryland: Sheriff Teen Charged As Adult For Rape, Murder Of Woman Found By Daughter In Maryland: Sheriff
Teen Charged As Adult For Rape, Murder Of Woman Found By Daughter In Maryland: Sheriff A 17-year-old will be charged as an adult for the alleged sexual assault and murder of a woman in Frederick County whose body was found by her daughter. Brunswick resident Juwan Terry Stewart has been arrested by local police following a weeks-long investigation into the January murder of Tammy Sue Coates, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office announced on Wednesday. On Jan. 22, officers from the Brunswick Police Department were called to a report of cardiac arrest in the 300 block of Ninth Avenue, where they were met by Coates' daughter, who advised that she found her mother dead inside th…
Man Who Raped Elderly Woman At Montgomery County Hotel Faces Life In Prison: State's Attorney Man Who Raped Elderly Woman At Montgomery County Hotel Faces Life In Prison: State's Attorney
Man Who Raped Elderly Woman At Montgomery County Hotel Faces Life In Prison: State's Attorney The man who forced his way into the hotel room of an elderly woman in Montgomery County and sexually assaulted her may spend the rest of his life in prison, the state's attorney's office announced. Rockville resident Arash Khosh, 46, was convicted of rape and other grisly offenses following an incident in May 2022 at the Hilton Garden Inn in the 14000 block of Shady Grove Road when he accosted a 70-year-old woman in her room. According to prosecutors, Khosh and his victim were strangers at the time of the assault, and her husband was on the first floor of the hotel at the time, having …
Man Terrorized Ex-GF With Gun Before Barricade Situation In Maryland, Police Say Man Terrorized Ex-GF With Gun Before Barricade Situation In Maryland, Police Say
Man Terrorized Ex-GF With Gun Before Barricade Situation In Maryland, Police Say The man who terrorized his ex-girlfriend before barricading himself inside a Carroll County home is facing a series of criminal charges, the Westminster Police Department announced. Matthew Skirka, 30, was arrested early on Wednesday morning following a standoff with officers after he kicked down his ex's door following a confrontation earlier on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Officers from the department were called at around 11:15 p.m. on Tuesday night to the 200 block of East Main Street in Westminster, where there were reports of shots fired in the area involving Skirka and his ex-girlfriend.  …
Woman Shoots Ex-BF Who Broke Into Baltimore Home, Police Say Woman Shoots Ex-BF Who Broke Into Baltimore Home, Police Say
Woman Shoots Ex-BF Who Broke Into Baltimore Home, Police Say A woman shot her ex-boyfriend as he broke into her Maryland home overnight on Tuesday, Feb. 6, police said. Baltimore Police responded to investigate the reported shooting on the 3000 block of West Garrison Avenue and found a 28-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the stomach around 1:30 a.m. The man was taken to a nearby hospital in stable condition. A follow-up investigation found that the man had broken into his ex-girlfriend’s house and "attempted to get into her locked bedroom" before she shot him, police said. The investigation is being led by Northern District Shooting detectives.…
Teen Arrested For Home Invasion Temporarily Escaped Police In Baltimore County, Officials Say Teen Arrested For Home Invasion Temporarily Escaped Police In Baltimore County, Officials Say
Teen Arrested For Home Invasion Temporarily Escaped Police In Baltimore County, Officials Say Freedom was fleeting for a 14-year-old arrested for a home invasion who temporarily escaped from custody over the weekend in Baltimore County. On Saturday, members of the Baltimore County Police Department arrested the teen for the robbery and took him to the Dundalk Precinct to face charges; however, the facility couldn't hold the minor for long. Police say that while he was being processed, the 14-year-old managed to exit the building through an unsecured door, and when he was initially was pursued, was able to evade officers. His time on the run was short lived. Later on Saturday night…
Homeowner Shoots, Kills Man Attempting To Break Into Baltimore County Home, Police Say Homeowner Shoots, Kills Man Attempting To Break Into Baltimore County Home, Police Say
Homeowner Shoots, Kills Man Attempting To Break Into Baltimore County Home, Police Say A would-be home invader targeted the wrong house over the weekend and paid the ultimate prince in Baltimore County, according to police. Late on Saturday night, officers from the Baltimore County Police Department were called to the 1000 block of Middlesex Road in Essex to investigate a reported shooting at an area home. The incident was reported at around 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, when officers were met at the scene by a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds who was pronounced dead by first responders. According to investigators, it is believed that the armed suspect was attempt…
Murder Suspect Arrested Year After Shooting Inside Maryland Home: Police Murder Suspect Arrested Year After Shooting Inside Maryland Home: Police
Murder Suspect Arrested Year After Shooting Inside Maryland Home: Police Police say that a shooting suspect has been apprehended months after a 27-year-old man was gunned down during a violent night in Anne Arundel County. Middle River resident Andre Raquan Riggs, 26, is facing multiple murder charges following an investigation into the death of Matthew Anthony Ponder, who was shot and killed in late August last summer, authorities announced on Friday. At approximately 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2022, officers from the Anne Arundel County Police Department were called to the 400 block of M Street North East in Glen Burnie, where they found Ponder inside an …
Who Killed Rachel Morin? Reward In Search For Maryland Mom's Killer Increases Who Killed Rachel Morin? Reward In Search For Maryland Mom's Killer Increases
Who Killed Rachel Morin? Reward In Search For Maryland Mom's Killer Increases Rachel Morin's killer remains a mystery. But her family and its attorneys are determined to change that. Just over seven weeks after 37-year-old Rachel Morin was dead, the law firm Rice, Murtha, Psoras, has doubled the reward for the person responsible for her murder to $20,000. Randolph Rice, the firm's president, knows "someone out there holds the key" to solving the case. "We also encourage other businesses and individuals who share our commitment to justice to contribute to the reward fund. Rachel Morin’s family deserves answers, and together, we can make a difference.” Mori…
Suspect In Rachel Morin's Murder Tied To Los Angeles Home Invasion, Assault Of Young Girl Suspect In Rachel Morin's Murder Tied To Los Angeles Home Invasion, Assault Of Young Girl
Suspect In Rachel Morin's Murder Tied To Los Angeles Home Invasion, Assault Of Young Girl A suspect has been identified in the murder of Rachel Morin, authorities said. Col. William Davis, of the Harford County Sheriff's Office, said on Thursday, Aug. 17, that DNA analyzed by Maryland State Police came back as a match tied to a home invasion and assault of a young girl in Los Angeles. The suspect was captured in surveillance footage shared by the sheriff's office. The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance in identifying the below depicted individual in relation to... Posted by Harford County Sheriff's Office on Thursday, August 17, 2023 The news comes 12…
Man Stabbed After Breaking Into Port Deposit Home, Assaulting Victims, State Police Say Man Stabbed After Breaking Into Port Deposit Home, Assaulting Victims, State Police Say
Man Stabbed After Breaking Into Port Deposit Home, Assaulting Victims, State Police Say Several people were assaulted and at least one stabbed after home invader broke into a Cecil County home, state police say. Troopers were called to a home in the unit block of Old School House Road in Port Deposit at approximately 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday morning, where there was a report of a disturbance of a man armed with a knife. Police say that during the altercation, Lance Larson, 38, who has no known address, suffered an apparent stab wound after seemingly breaking into the home. Larson was taken by paramedics to ChristianaCare Christiana Hospital in Delaware for treatment, though the …
DC Child Sex Offender Behind Bars Again — This Time For Carjacking DC Child Sex Offender Behind Bars Again — This Time For Carjacking
DC Child Sex Offender Behind Bars Again — This Time For Carjacking A 43-year-old Washington, DC man is behind bars again after he was released following a 17-year-long sentence for the sexual assault of a child, authorities announced. Monteray Horn is accused of carjacking multiple people on the same day throughout Montgomery County after shooting at a man on a Metro train in Anacostia, according to Montgomery County Police. Investigation determined that Horn allegedly boarded the train and shot at the man, who was left unharmed, police say. After the train stopped, Horn reportedly carjacked a vehicle at gunpoint in Washington, DC, and drove it to the Whea…
Baltimore Man Charged After Elkridge Man Found Dead Inside Burning Home Baltimore Man Charged After Elkridge Man Found Dead Inside Burning Home
Baltimore Man Charged After Elkridge Man Found Dead Inside Burning Home A suspect has been charged with murder after allegedly killing an Elkridge man in his own home, authorities say Howard County Police were called to the home of James Sents Jr. 64, in the 6000 block of Old Washington Road around 10:30 a.m., Friday, March 3 after reports of a home invasion. When police arrived, they found Dennis Lee Graham, 38, inside of the home, and smoke coming from a bedroom. Police searched the home, found Sents' body, and arrested Graham, a Baltimore resident, at the scene. Investigators determined that Graham broke into the home and assaulted Sents before setting a f…
Son Ordered Out Of House Busted For Setting Blaze Inside Parents' Home: Maryland Fire Marshal Son Ordered Out Of House Busted For Setting Blaze Inside Parents' Home: Maryland Fire Marshal
Son Ordered Out Of House Busted For Setting Blaze Inside Parents' Home: Maryland Fire Marshal A man with apparent “daddy issues” is facing charges for allegedly setting his parents’ Charles Count home on fire over the weekend. Jordan Christopher Robinson, 21, is facing arson and other charges for attempting to set a Waldorf home ablaze, though his efforts were quickly thwarted by fire sprinklers, according to Maryland State Fire Marshal Brian Geraci. At approximately 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11, officials said that first responders were called to the 9200 block of Misting Court when a homeowner reported that his son may have set a fire inside the house. Investigators from the C…
Breakfast Bandit On The Loose After Robbing Maryland Home At Knifepoint Breakfast Bandit On The Loose After Robbing Maryland Home At Knifepoint
Breakfast Bandit On The Loose After Robbing Maryland Home At Knifepoint Police are investigating a home invasion after a man was robbed at knifepoint in his Glen Burnie residence, authorities say. The 32-year-old victim was at home when a male suspect forced their way into his house around 8:20 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 29 in the 8100 block of Harold Court while armed with a knife, according to Anne Arundel County police. The suspect took cash from the victim and fled. No injuries were reported as a result of the incident. The suspect is described as a black man around 45-50 years old, who was wearing a gray shirt, blue jeans, brown boots and a black ski mask. …
Gunman Gets Life For Brutal Premeditated Maryland Murder As Parents Witnessed Attack Gunman Gets Life For Brutal Premeditated Maryland Murder As Parents Witnessed Attack
Gunman Gets Life For Brutal Premeditated Maryland Murder As Parents Witnessed Attack The man who tracked down, then gunned down a Maryland man in front of his parents following a barber shop argument will spend the rest of his life in prison, the Charles County State’s Attorney announced. Richard Eugene Middleton, Jr., 39, has been sentenced to life without parole plus 125 years in prison for the 2020 murder of Kwasi Louard-Clark, and the attempted murders of Montreal Wade and Tyrone Coleman during a premeditated act of violence. On June 15, 2020, officers responded to the 2400 block of Shawnee Lane in Waldorf to investigate a reported shooting, Charles County State's Attor…
Two In Custody Following Home Invasion Robbery Involving Child In Maryland, Police Say Two In Custody Following Home Invasion Robbery Involving Child In Maryland, Police Say
Two In Custody Following Home Invasion Robbery Involving Child In Maryland, Police Say A weeks-long investigation into a violent home invasion robbery involving a young girl in Maryland who was forced to call her mom to ask for money has led to the arrest of two Washington County men, authorities announced. Denzell Jamare King, 31, and Raymon Purnell Taylor, 19, both of Hagerstown, were arrested by members of the Montgomery County Department of Police for their roles in a September robbery, officials said on Monday, Nov. 7. Shortly before 10:10 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24, 4th District officers responded to the 15400 block of Gallaudet Avenue for the report of a robbery invol…
VA Gov. Jokes About Pelosi Assassination Attempt At GOP Rally, 'We're Going To Send Her Back' VA Gov. Jokes About Pelosi Assassination Attempt At GOP Rally, 'We're Going To Send Her Back'
VA Gov. Jokes About Pelosi Assassination Attempt At GOP Rally, 'We're Going To Send Her Back' Hours after a home intruder severely beat Paul Pelosi with a hammer while looking for House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin seemed to crack jokes about the assassination attempt while at a campaign rally. "Speaker Pelosi's husband, they had a break-in last night in their house and he was assaulted. There’s no room for violence anywhere, but we’re going to send her back to be with him in California. That's what we're going to do", Youngkin was caught on camera saying to a crowd of cheering supporters for GOP candidate Yesli Vega. Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R-VA) seems to…
Nancy Pelosi's Husband, Paul Pelosi, 82, Undergoes Brain Surgery After Hammer Attack At CA Home Nancy Pelosi's Husband, Paul Pelosi, 82, Undergoes Brain Surgery After Hammer Attack At CA Home
Nancy Pelosi's Husband, Paul Pelosi, 82, Undergoes Brain Surgery After Hammer Attack At CA Home Paul Pelosi, the husband of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, is reportedly undergoing brain surgery after being attacked at the couple's San Francisco home by an intruder looking for his wife, reports People. Paul Pelosi, 82, was rushed to Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital after the suspect beat him with a hammer. The suspect allegedly confronted Paul Pelosi and stated that he was looking for his wife, Nancy before attempting to tie up Mr. Pelosi. Nancy Pelosi was reportedly in Washington D.C. with her security detail at the time of the attack, the outlet continues.  The suspect was…
Second Murder Suspect In Custody For Fatal Shooting During Botched Maryland Robbery: Police Second Murder Suspect In Custody For Fatal Shooting During Botched Maryland Robbery: Police
Second Murder Suspect In Custody For Fatal Shooting During Botched Maryland Robbery: Police A second murder suspect has been apprehended in Baltimore for the botched home invasion that killed Jameo McClean in May last year. Warrant Apprehension detectives from the Baltimore Police Department announced on Wednesday, Sept. 28 that they arrested 31-year-old city resident Jerome Johnson at the Southern District station for murder, officials announced. The initial suspect implicated in the murder, Steven Arthur, was arrested in February for his alleged role in the fatal incident. According to investigators, Johnson and Arthur shot and killed McClean during a residential robbery and di…
Young Girls Armed With Baseball Bats Break Into Anne Arundel County Home, Beat Residents Young Girls Armed With Baseball Bats Break Into Anne Arundel County Home, Beat Residents
Young Girls Armed With Baseball Bats Break Into Anne Arundel County Home, Beat Residents One woman has been arrested after she and three young girls broke into a home in Anne Arundel County and beat the residents with baseball bats, authorities say. Detectives say the armed group entered the home on the 200 block of Hilltop Road around 1:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 26, and attacked the residents, leaving them with minor injuries, according to Anne Arundel County police. The victims told officers that they had an ongoing issue with the group of girls, and that they knew each other. The adult female was subsequently charged. The three 14-year-old girls have not yet been charged. Thi…
Two Shot, Killed In Violent Maryland Home Invasion Under Investigation Two Shot, Killed In Violent Maryland Home Invasion Under Investigation
Two Shot, Killed In Violent Maryland Home Invasion Under Investigation Police in Maryland are investigating a violent home invasion that left two dead. Shortly after 12:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20, police officers in Prince George’s County responded to a reported burglary in progress in the 5600 block of 30th Avenue in Hyattsville. Upon arrival, officers said that they saw a car leaving the scene with a gunshot victim inside, and the family of the victim said that someone broke into their home and shot him. A 23-year-old man was transported to a local hospital by paramedics, where he later was pronounced dead. Inside the home, officers found a suspect dea…
Ringleader Of Crew Targeting Hispanic People In Maryland Home Invasions Convicted: AG Ringleader Of Crew Targeting Hispanic People In Maryland Home Invasions Convicted: AG
Ringleader Of Crew Targeting Hispanic People In Maryland Home Invasions Convicted: AG The ringleader of a group that terrorized Hispanic families in parts of Baltimore County during a string of home invasions and carjackings has been convicted, Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh announced. Baltimore resident Jaylen Skinner has been convicted on charges tied to a home invasion and carjacking criminal enterprise that operated in Baltimore County and Baltimore City in Maryland. Skinner was sentenced to 20 years in prison with all but 14 years suspended, followed by two years of supervised probation upon release after pleading guilty to his role in five separate incidents. H…
Child Hospitalized After Being Shot During Maryland Home Invasion, Sheriff Says Child Hospitalized After Being Shot During Maryland Home Invasion, Sheriff Says
Child Hospitalized After Being Shot During Maryland Home Invasion, Sheriff Says A 9-year-old child was shot and hospitalized in Maryland during a home invasion in St. Mary’s County, according to the sheriff’s office. Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported invasion shortly before 4 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 4, where there were reports of shots fired in the 21500 block of Old Missouri Avenue in Lexington Park. Upon arrival, officers said that they found a 9-year-old with a gunshot wound to the leg, who was transported to an area trauma center for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The child was listed in stable condition late o…
Maryland Man Accused Of Making Explosives, Home Invasion, Assaulting Family: Fire Marshal Maryland Man Accused Of Making Explosives, Home Invasion, Assaulting Family: Fire Marshal
Maryland Man Accused Of Making Explosives, Home Invasion, Assaulting Family: Fire Marshal A Maryland man is facing charges after allegedly forcing his way into a family member's home, threatening to kill someone with a machete, then being busted with improvised explosive devices, state officials said. Brunswick resident Dominic Valenti, 25, was arrested following an investigation by local police and the Office of the State Fire Marshal after investigators found two explosive devices in a backpack he was wearing at the time of the incident, according. to authorities. Shortly before 5:30 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7, the Brunswick Police Department responded to the 100 block of West C S…
Wanted Shooting Suspect Apprehended On Maryland Rooftop After Crashing Into Officer: Police Wanted Shooting Suspect Apprehended On Maryland Rooftop After Crashing Into Officer: Police
Wanted Shooting Suspect Apprehended On Maryland Rooftop After Crashing Into Officer: Police A wanted Maryland teen took local, state, and federal investigators on a wild chase that ended with him crashing into an off-duty police officer before being apprehended on a nearby rooftop, authorities announced. Aiyontae Michael Moye, 18, whose last known address was in Baltimore City, was located and arrested on Thursday, Aug. 11 by state troopers and federal agents in connection to a shooting on Tuesday, Aug. 9 in Allegany County. Moye had been wanted for a midday shooting of a 33-year-old man that was reported at approximately 3 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon in Cumberland at a Chase Stree…
Burglar Waits For Homeowner To Return From Work Before Attack In Maryland: Sheriff Burglar Waits For Homeowner To Return From Work Before Attack In Maryland: Sheriff
Burglar Waits For Homeowner To Return From Work Before Attack In Maryland: Sheriff A man laid in wait inside a Maryland home after burglarizing it to attack a homeowner when he returned home from work, authorities announced. Prince George’s County resident Roy Pena-Bautista, 40, of Brandywine, is facing charges following a reported burglary and assault in the 15700 block of Cloverleaf Court in Hughesville, according to the Charles County Sheriff's Office. Shortly before 5:30 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 4, a spokesperson for the sheriff's office said that the homeowner heard a noise in the spare bedroom of the residence, and as he went to investigate, he was immediately attacke…
Sheriff's Deputy Kills Suspect While US Marshals Attempt To Serve Warrant In Maryland: Report Sheriff's Deputy Kills Suspect While US Marshals Attempt To Serve Warrant In Maryland: Report
Sheriff's Deputy Kills Suspect While US Marshals Attempt To Serve Warrant In Maryland: Report A knife-wielding man charged in a 2020 home invasion was shot and killed by a Montgomery County Sheriff's Deputy while US Marshals were attempted to serve a warrant at his home in Gaithersburg Wednesday, July 20, reports NBC Washington. Members of the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and US Marshals arrived at the Garth Terrace home off Watkins Mill Road in the early-morning hours, where the 35-year-old man was approaching closely with a knife, NBC says citing officials. “The sheriff’s deputy feared for his life and, as I mentioned earlier, had to discharge his firearm," Sheriff Darr…
Maryland Man With Familiar Name Assaults Ex-GF During Home Invasion: Sheriff Maryland Man With Familiar Name Assaults Ex-GF During Home Invasion: Sheriff
Maryland Man With Familiar Name Assaults Ex-GF During Home Invasion: Sheriff A Maryland man who shares the namesake of one of the most iconic characters in “The Wire” is facing charges for allegedly forcing his way into an apartment where his ex-girlfriend was staying and assaulting multiple people, authorities announced. Waldorf resident Stacy Jermain Barksdale, 36, is facing multiple charges after the alleged assault and then attempting to flee from arresting officers while brandishing a knife, according to Diane Richardson of the Charles County Sheriff’s Media Relations Office on Tuesday, July 19. Shortly before 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 16, members of the she…
Maryland Man Gets Life In Prison For Home Invasion Robbery, Police Shootout Maryland Man Gets Life In Prison For Home Invasion Robbery, Police Shootout
Maryland Man Gets Life In Prison For Home Invasion Robbery, Police Shootout A Maryland man was sentenced to life in prison for his role in a home invasion robbery and a subsequent police shootout in 2020, authorities announced. Andre Smith and Stephen Warren, who was sentenced to 90 years behind bars, broke into a home on the 1300 block of Capital View Terrace in Landover in August 2020, and threatened a mother and her daughter, Prince George's County Police said. There, they threatened a mom and her daughter at gunpoint, demanding money, the PG Office of the State’s Attorney said. A dashcam recording from arriving officers shows the first officer being shot …