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Man Who Robbed Letter Carrier, Stole Mail In Maryland Gets Decades In Prison: USPIS Man Who Robbed Letter Carrier, Stole Mail In Maryland Gets Decades In Prison: USPIS
Man Who Robbed Letter Carrier, Stole Mail In Maryland Gets Decades In Prison: Uspis A man who robbed a letter carrier and stole mail in Maryland is heading to prison for decades, authorities announced. Teshan D. Jordan, 27, of Temple Hills, was sentenced to 35 years in prison with 12 years suspended, United States Postal Service Inspection Service officials said in a release on Thursday, Feb. 29. Jordan was found guilty in a Feb. 16 jury trial of armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, use of firearm in the commission of a crime of violence, and theft after working with Fermon R. Nichols to follow and rob a USPS letter carrier in Columbia and steal their postal …
Police Officer Dragged Across Highway During Pursuit In Maryland, Officials Say Police Officer Dragged Across Highway During Pursuit In Maryland, Officials Say
Police Officer Dragged Across Highway During Pursuit In Maryland, Officials Say Two men are facing charges for the attempted murder of a police officer following an officer-involved shooting and pursuit in Prince George's County on Sunday morning. Dennis Burkett, 51, of Brandywine, and Robert Burkett Jr., 50, of Temple Hills are being held behind bars after a shooting in Upper Marlboro during an investigation into at least two burglaries, police say. Shortly before 2 a.m. on Jan. 21, officers on patrol stopped to investigate a possible burglary in progress at a closed gas station in the 7600 block of Crain Highway when a burgundy van was found backed into the back door…
'Ironic Twist Of Fate' For Maryland Nurse Fighting Cancer Amid Husband's Job Loss 'Ironic Twist Of Fate' For Maryland Nurse Fighting Cancer Amid Husband's Job Loss
'Ironic Twist Of Fate' For Maryland Nurse Fighting Cancer Amid Husband's Job Loss Ketsia Kendall has spent her life caring for her community, and now it's time to return the favor. The 33-year-old as the nurse from Prince George's County embarks on a difficult journey to recover from multiple medical maladies. Last September, Ketsia, who has ties to Laurel and Temple Hills, was diagnosed with leukemia, according to a GoFundMe launched for her and her husband, Gregory Kendall. "For the past three years, she has worked tirelessly as a cardiac nurse and patient advocate, earning several Daisy Awards for superior nursing excellence," the campaign launched by her sister, Eli…
Maryland Marine Murder: Darnell Stanley Remembered For Selflessness Maryland Marine Murder: Darnell Stanley Remembered For Selflessness
Maryland Marine Murder: Darnell Stanley Remembered For Selflessness A US Marine from Maryland was killed by a gunman who remains at large. Darnell Stanley, 45, is being remembered for his selflessness following his shooting death on Friday evening, Nov. 24, on the 600 block of Audrey Lane in Oxon Hill. The Temple Hills resident was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and was pronounced dead at the scene. Following his death, his family and community have been rallying to raise money for the man who spent his years helping his fellow veterans "get the medical treatment they needed to live full, happy, and productive lives after their time in serv…
DC Carjackers Avoid Being Shot, Not Arrested While Targeting Veteran Detective In Maryland DC Carjackers Avoid Being Shot, Not Arrested While Targeting Veteran Detective In Maryland
DC Carjackers Avoid Being Shot, Not Arrested While Targeting Veteran Detective In Maryland A pair of carjackers bit off more than they could chew in Prince George’s County when they accidentally targeted a police officer who took matters into his own hands. Charles Edward Owens, 24, and a 16-year-old teen, both from Washington, DC, were arrested following a police pursuit after an officer fired shots and scared off his would-be assailants, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. At approximately 11:45 p.m. on Monday, June 12, a detective working for the Carjacking Interdiction Unit was driving in the area of Oxon Run Drive and Anvil Lane in Temple Hills in an u…
Former MD Football Star Killed After Father's Birthday Party Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold' Former MD Football Star Killed After Father's Birthday Party Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold'
Former MD Football Star Killed After Father's Birthday Party Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold' Community members are stepping up to support the family of a former Maryland football star with a "heart of gold" who was tragically killed in a car accident after his father's birthday party. Stephan Wolley, 27, lost his life in a crash in Temple Hills on Saturday, Feb. 11, leaving behind his parents, siblings, and a 3-year-old daughter, according to his family. As previously reported by Daily Voice, Wolley was fatally wounded in a crash after crossing the center line and striking an SUV on Temple Hill Road following a birthday celebration for his father, Raynard Sr.  The driver of the S…
Bowie Teens Accused Of Using USB Cord To Steal Kia In Social Media Trend: Police Bowie Teens Accused Of Using USB Cord To Steal Kia In Social Media Trend: Police
Bowie Teens Accused Of Using USB Cord To Steal Kia In Social Media Trend: Police Three Bowie teenagers have been arrested after stealing a Kia in Prince George's County in what police believe was a part of an ongoing social media trend, authorities say. Two 14-year-old boys and a third 15-year-old boy were all taken into custody after they were stopped while driving a stolen Kia in the 2800 block of Curtis Drive in Temple Hills around 10:45 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 31, according to Prince George's County Police. The Kia had recently been reported stolen from a neighboring jurisdiction, prompting officers to pull over the teens.  While searching the vehicle, investigato…
Maryland Police Canvass For Information After Child Murdered Outside Home By Unknown Suspect Maryland Police Canvass For Information After Child Murdered Outside Home By Unknown Suspect
Maryland Police Canvass For Information After Child Murdered Outside Home By Unknown Suspect Prince George's County detectives are canvassing for information about the murder of a 13-year-old Temple Hills boy that occurred earlier this month, authorities say. Jayz Agnew was found shot outside of a home in the 2100 block of Jameson Street shortly before 5:30 p.m., on Tuesday, Nov. 8, according to Prince George's County police. Agnew was rushed to a nearby hospital after the unknown suspect attacked him, and doctors pronounced him clinically deceased on Friday, Nov. 11. Detectives are working to identify a suspect as well as a motive for the crime, and are offering a $25,000 reward …
Temple Hills Woman Dead After Violent Rollover Crash In Fort Washington Temple Hills Woman Dead After Violent Rollover Crash In Fort Washington
Temple Hills Woman Dead After Violent Rollover Crash In Fort Washington A 25-year-old woman is dead after a fatal rollover collision in Fort Washington, police say. Ashley Henson, of Temple Hills, was pronounced dead after her vehicle overturned while she was driving west on the 2300 block of Tucker Road around 10 p.m., Monday, Oct. 24, according to Prince George's County Police. Police are still investigating what may have led to to collision.  Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).
Latest Victim Of Fatal Temple Hills Shooting Identified Latest Victim Of Fatal Temple Hills Shooting Identified
Latest Victim Of Fatal Temple Hills Shooting Identified Police have released the name of a victim who has died after being shot earlier this month in Temple Hills, authorities say. Anton Meachum, 29, succumbed to his injuries on Monday, Aug. 29 after being shot in the 2600 block of Colebrook Drive on Sunday, Aug. 14, according to Prince George's County police. Police found Meachum suffering from gunshot wounds outside around 3 a.m., after reports of a shooting in the area, they said. Meachum was rushed to an area hospital, where, despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead weeks later. Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) …
Wanted Man Apprehended After Armed Carjacking, Robbery In Maryland: Police Wanted Man Apprehended After Armed Carjacking, Robbery In Maryland: Police
Wanted Man Apprehended After Armed Carjacking, Robbery In Maryland: Police A wanted man is in police custody and facing a host of charges following an armed carjacking in Maryland earlier this month, according to authorities. Xavion Tyrell Proctor was arrested by members of the Prince George's County Sheriff's Office Warrant/Fugitive Division following an incident in the 2100 block of Alice Avenue in Oxon Hill, the agency announced on Tuesday, Aug. 30. According to the warrant, on Sunday, Aug. 7, officers responded to the armed carjacking, where the victim was able to identify Proctor as a suspect. It is alleged that Proctor and three others pointed a weapon at …
Repeat Offender Busted After Hardware Store Theft In Maryland, Police Say Repeat Offender Busted After Hardware Store Theft In Maryland, Police Say
Repeat Offender Busted After Hardware Store Theft In Maryland, Police Say A Temple Hills man has been charged in connection to the strong-armed robbery of a hardware store employee in Montgomery County, authorities say. Terry Claude Tompkins, 41, is accused of robbing the employee at the Ace Hardware store on the 800 block of Wayne Avenue around 4 p.m., Saturday, July 30, according to Montgomery County police. Police say that Tompkins allegedly entered the store and began stealing multiple electrical cables and wire items.  When the employee confronted Tompkins, he allegedly assaulted the employee and took stole a cell phone. Tompkins was identified a…
Suspect Charged With Murdering Rideshare Driver In Maryland Suspect Charged With Murdering Rideshare Driver In Maryland
Suspect Charged With Murdering Rideshare Driver In Maryland A Temple Hills man has been arrested in connection to the killing of a rideshare driver from Silver Spring, authorities say. Kiayon Strowbridge, 21, is accused of fatally shooting Nesredin Esleiman, 55, in the 5400 block of Chesterfield Drive in the early morning hours of Wednesday, Aug. 10, according to Prince George's County police. Esleiman was working as a rideshare driver at the time of his murder, police said. Officers were called to perform a wellness check on Esleiman, where they found him dead in his vehicle, The motive for the shooting has been revealed as an attempted robbery, …
Silver Spring Rideshare Driver Killed While Working In Temple Hills: Police Silver Spring Rideshare Driver Killed While Working In Temple Hills: Police
Silver Spring Rideshare Driver Killed While Working In Temple Hills: Police A 55-year-old rideshare driver was shot and killed while working in Prince George's County this week, authorities said. Officers were called to the 5400 block of Chesterfield Drive in Temple Hills for a welfare check when they found Nesredin Esleiman, of Silver Spring, suffering from a gunshot wound inside of a car around 6:20 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10. He was pronounced dead on the scene. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) and a motive. If anyone has infor…
$25K Reward Offered After Rideshare Driver Murdered In Maryland: Police $25K Reward Offered After Rideshare Driver Murdered In Maryland: Police
$25K Reward Offered After Rideshare Driver Murdered In Maryland: Police A massive reward is being offered in connection to a fatal shooting of a rideshare driver in Temple Hills, authorities say. Officers were called to do a welfare check on Neserdin Esleiman, 55, on the 5400 block of Chesterfield Drive around 6:30 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 10, according to Prince George's County police. The Silver Spring victim was found inside of a vehicle with a gunshot wound, and was pronounced dead at the scene by officials.  Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) and a motive, they noted. If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are …
$25K Reward Offered As Police In Maryland Investigate Fatal Shooting $25K Reward Offered As Police In Maryland Investigate Fatal Shooting
$25K Reward Offered As Police In Maryland Investigate Fatal Shooting A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered in connection to a fatal shooting in Temple Hills, authorities say. Officers found Teyon Harrod, 23, suffering from gunshot wounds outside of a residence in the 4900 block of Sharon Road, around 10:40 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 2, according to Prince George's County police.  Harrod was pronounced dead at the scene, officials said.  Anyone with information relevant to this investigation that leads to the arrest and prosecution of a shooting suspect may be eligible to receive the reward. Those with information have been instructed to call detect…
Restaurant Worker Charged With Shooting Colleague In Prince George's: Police Restaurant Worker Charged With Shooting Colleague In Prince George's: Police
Restaurant Worker Charged With Shooting Colleague In Prince George's: Police A 29-year-old restaurant worker shot and killed his colleague during an argument in Prince George's County earlier this week, authorities said. Aaren Butler, of District Heights, is facing charges of first- and second-degree murder in the death of 43-year-old Fred Graham of Greenbelt, the Prince George’s County Police Department said. Officers responded to the 2900 block of Donnell Drive in Forestville for a shooting around 5:45 a.m., on Thursday, July 14. The victim was found outside of the restaurant suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a hospital where he was p…
Another Mall Shooting Prompts Panic In Prince George's Another Mall Shooting Prompts Panic In Prince George's
Another Mall Shooting Prompts Panic In Prince George's Police are looking for a suspect who fled the scene after shooting three people at a mall in Prince George's County Friday, June 10. A man and two women were shot around 12:45 p.m at The Shops at Iverson in Temple Hills, reports CBS 13. The man is listed as being in critical condition, while the women sustained non-life-threatening injuries, the outlet reports. Police believe this was an isolated incident and that it is not an active shooter.  We are on scene of a shooting at The Shops at Iverson in Temple Hills. Prelim: three victims have been transported with what are believed to be…
Three Firefighters Seriously Injured Battling Prince George's Fire Three Firefighters Seriously Injured Battling Prince George's Fire
Three Firefighters Seriously Injured Battling Prince George's Fire Three firefighters were recovering after sustaining serious injuries while containing a residential fire in Temple Hills, authorities say. Firefighters were dispatched to a residence after a fire was reported on the first floor of a two story townhouse on the 3800 block of 28th Avenue around 7:35 a.m., Tuesday, June 7, according to the Prince George's County Fire Department. Four adults and two children were displaced in the fire. Three firefighters working to extinguish the flames were injured and transported to a hospital for treatment.  The firefighters were evaluated for non-life-…