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Lumber-Wielding Man Shot By Officers Probing Home Invasion, Stabbing In District Heights: PD Lumber-Wielding Man Shot By Officers Probing Home Invasion, Stabbing In District Heights: PD
Lumber-Wielding Man Shot By Officers Probing Home Invasion, Stabbing In District Heights: PD A 40-year-old man has been charged in connection to a stabbing and home invasion that led to an officer-involved shooting on Sunday in District Heights, the Prince George's County Police Department announced. Raphael Coates was arrested following a strange scene that landed him in the hospital after an attack that was reported early on April 14 both inside and outside of a home in the 1800 block of  Addison Road South.  Shortly before 10 a.m. on Sunday, officers were called to the residence to investigate a reported home invasion after a 911 caller advised that a person had been stabbed dur…
Maryland Duo Accused Of Abduction, Robbery Of Virginia Man In DC: Feds Maryland Duo Accused Of Abduction, Robbery Of Virginia Man In DC: Feds
Jaevonn Archer, Timothy Williams Charged With Kidnapping Two Maryland men who conspired to kidnap and rob a Virginia man have been indicted in DC and face criminal charges, federal authorities announced. An indictment was unsealed in the US District Court for the Distroct of Columbia charging Capitol Heights resident Jaevonn Archer, 20, and Camp Springs native Timothy Williams, 30, with conspiracy to commit kidnapping and kidnapping in the February abduction.  The Metropolitan Police Department issued an alert in February as they sought the public's assistance in identifying suspects who kidnapped a man at gunpoint in DC, then drove him…
District Heights Enforcer Sentenced For Drug Trafficking, Discharging Machine Gun In DC District Heights Enforcer Sentenced For Drug Trafficking, Discharging Machine Gun In DC
District Heights Enforcer Sentenced For Drug Trafficking, Discharging Machine Gun In DC A convicted murderer from Maryland who was a known enforcer for a DC street crew has been sentenced for drug trafficking in the District and discharging a machine gun, authorities announced. District Heights resident Trenton Robinson - also known as "Zulu" - has been sentenced to 234 months (19.5 years) in prison for his role in the crew that distributed more than 100 kilograms of marijuana, as well as oxycodone and codeine throughout the region. The 28-year-old also used, carried, brandished, and discharged firearms during their drug trafficking crimes in the Congress Heights nei…
Prince George’s County Woman Takes Home $30K On Bingo-Themed Lottery Scratcher Prince George’s County Woman Takes Home $30K On Bingo-Themed Lottery Scratcher
Prince George’s County Woman Takes Home $30K On Bingo-Themed Lottery Scratcher A Prince George’s County woman chose a bingo-themed lottery scratcher based on her love for the game — and it paid to the tune of $30,000. The woman, who selected the name ‘DD’ when she stopped by lottery headquarters in Baltimore to pick up her prize, first bought the Diamond Bingo 4th Edition instant ticket at Green Mart Food Store at 1940 County Road in District Heights on her way to work. Despite playing lottery games for less than a year, DD told officials that she chose that particular game because she grew up playing bingo with her grandmother and it reminded her of th…
Loaded Gun, Magazine Seized From Unlicensed Prince George's Duo In VA Traffic Stop: Cops Loaded Gun, Magazine Seized From Unlicensed Prince George's Duo In VA Traffic Stop: Cops
Loaded Gun, Magazine Seized From Unlicensed Prince George's Duo In VA Traffic Stop: Cops A loaded gun, magazine, and "distribution amount" of marijuana was seized from a Maryland couple during a routine traffic stop in Arlington, authorities aid. Officers stopped a vehicle at 15th Street S. at Richmond Highway Wednesday evening, March 27, for a moving violation and improper registration, police said. Neither the driver, Jonavan Nickens, 25, of Hyattsville, nor his passenger, Carlita Marbley, 25, of District Heights, had a valid driver's license, authorities said. During a search of the car, a loaded firearm with extended magazine and a distribution amount of marijuana wer…
Three Charged For Armed Robbery Before Officer-Involved Shooting In District Heights: Police Three Charged For Armed Robbery Before Officer-Involved Shooting In District Heights: Police
Three Charged For Armed Robbery Before Officer-Involved Shooting In District Heights: Police Two suspects have been charged - and a third is in custody - in connection to the armed robbery in Prince George's County on Thursday that led to an officer-involved shooting in the parking lot of a District Heights shopping center. Edward Leroy Brown, 24, and Kanard Bishop, 26, were arrested and charged for an armed robbery on March 28, police announced on Friday, while the third suspect, 18-year-old Kahlill Boyd, is facing charges pending his extradition after being apprehended and held in Washington, DC.  All three are from the nation's capital. Shortly after 3 p.m. on Thursday aft…
Police Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting Of Armed Robber In District Heights: Officials Police Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting Of Armed Robber In District Heights: Officials
Police Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting Of Armed Robber In District Heights: Officials An armed robber was shot by an officer from the Prince George's County Police Department after targeting a store in a District Heights shopping center, officials say. Shortly after 3 p.m. on Thursday afternoon, detectives were surveilling a carjacked vehicle in the 5700 block of Silver Hill Road, where two men wearing masks got out and walked into the business. We are on the scene of an officer involved shooting in the 5700 block of Silver Hill Road. We are gathering information, we will provide additional details once confirmed. pic.twitter.com/LGEoz895fH — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) March 28…
2 Charged With Murder After Shooting Of Prince George’s County Man: Police 2 Charged With Murder After Shooting Of Prince George’s County Man: Police
2 Charged With Murder After Shooting Of Prince George’s County Man: Police Two suspects have been charged with murder after the shooting of a 31-year-old man in Prince George’s County, police announced Monday, March 25. Wardell Holland III, 44, and Shaquita Stewart, 41, both of Suitland, were charged with second-degree murder, PGPD said. Stewart is also charged with first-degree murder and accessory after the fact. The charges stem from the shooting of Donnell Tyler, who was found wounded from gunfire in a parking lot as police responded to the 4600 block of Silver Hill Road around 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 21. Tyler, of District Heights, was pronounced d…
Man Wanted For Murder Of Suitland Woman, 27: Police Man Wanted For Murder Of Suitland Woman, 27: Police
Man Wanted For Murder Of Suitland Woman, 27: Police Police have identified and obtained an arrest warrant for one of the two men believed to be connected to last weekend's deadly shooting of a Prince George’s County woman. Raheem Hawkins-Boseman, 22, of Silver Spring, was charged on an arrest warrant with first-degree murder, the PGPD said Friday, March 22. The charges come following the shooting of Jessica Somerville, 27, of Suitland, who was found suffering from a gunshot wound in a parking lot on the 5800 block of Silver Hill Road in District Heights around 2:15 a.m. Sunday, March 17. Surveillance footage released shortly after the incid…
Three Suspects Arrested Weeks After Man Found Murdered In Southeast DC Business: MPD Three Suspects Arrested Weeks After Man Found Murdered In Southeast DC Business: MPD
Three Suspects Arrested Weeks After Man Found Murdered In Southeast DC Business: MPD Three men have been arrested weeks after 59-year-old Raymond Ballard was found shot to death inside a Southeast DC business. Members of the Metropolitan Police Department took three men into custody on Monday following a weeks-long investigation into the murder of Ballard late in January, officials say. Those arrested and charged with first-degree murder while armed on Monday, March 18:  Steven Metts, 18, of Southeast DC; Jovontae Wallace, 19, of District Heights, Maryland; Keondre Carroll, 21, of Southeast DC. Their arrests come following the department's investigation into Ballard'…
Police Release Footage Of Suspects Seen Moments Before Deadly District Heights Shooting Police Release Footage Of Suspects Seen Moments Before Deadly District Heights Shooting
Police Release Footage Of Suspects Seen Moments Before Deadly District Heights Shooting Police have released video footage in hopes of identifying two suspects in connection with the deadly shooting of a Prince George’s County woman over the weekend. Officers called to investigate the shooting report around 2:15 a.m. Sunday, March 17 found Jessica Somerville, 27, of Suitland, suffering from a gunshot wound in a parking lot on the 5800 block of Silver Hill Road in District Heights, the Prince George’s County Police Department said. Newly released surveillance footage shows two male suspects inside a fast food restaurant a few minutes before the shooting, which occurred in the p…
Mask-Wearing Carjacker With An Eye For BMWs In DMV Region Gets 10 Years In Prison: Feds Mask-Wearing Carjacker With An Eye For BMWs In DMV Region Gets 10 Years In Prison: Feds
Mask-Wearing Carjacker With An Eye For BMWs In DMV Region Gets 10 Years In Prison: Feds A carjacker from Maryland who targeted high-end vehicles throughout the DMV region will spend years in prison for a series of incidents, federal authorities announced. Hagerstown native Carlos Guardado-Eagle, 22, was sentenced to 10 years in prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for a series of armed carjackings and an attempt that was thwarted back in 2022. According to his guilty plea, between May 15, 2022, and June 1, 2022, Guardado-Eagle and a second suspect carjacked four victims at gunpoint - all BMWs - and attempted a fifth, though the victim would not surrender…
Armed Kidnappers Drove Victim To His Virginia Home, Fled Back To District Heights: DC Police Armed Kidnappers Drove Victim To His Virginia Home, Fled Back To District Heights: DC Police
Armed Kidnappers Drove Victim To His Virginia Home, Fled Back To District Heights: DC Police Two men who terrorized someone looking to sell them items after meeting on social media are wanted for an armed kidnapping on Sunday morning in Northwest DC. The Metropolitan Police Department issued an alert as they seek the public's assistance in identifying suspects who kidnapped a man at gunpoint in DC, then drove him to Virginia before dropping him off in Maryland, according to officials. Police say that at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 25, the victim arranged to meet with a man he met while using social media to sell him items. The two agreed to meet at 25th Street and L S…
Prince George's County Scammers Accused Of Stealing $5M In Checks From The Mail: Feds Prince George's County Scammers Accused Of Stealing $5M In Checks From The Mail: Feds
Prince George's County Scammers Accused Of Stealing $5M In Checks From The Mail: Feds A group of five from Maryland has been indicted by a federal grand jury in connection to an alleged multi-million dollar stolen check scam in the region. On Monday, authorities announced that five people - all from Prince George's County - will face charges for a fraud scheme that saw them take more than 600 checks with a face value greater than $5 million. Those charged:  Tianna "Mendoza" Cosby, 23, of Upper Marlboro; Marche Sisco, 26, of Suitland; Tommi Cosby, 21, of District Heights; Biniah Carter, 24, of Upper Marlboro; Zion Oluwademilade Adeduqon, 22, of Bowie. Tianna Cosby and …
Son Accused Of Murdering 81-Year-Old Mother During Dispute In District Heights Home: Police Son Accused Of Murdering 81-Year-Old Mother During Dispute In District Heights Home: Police
Son Accused Of Murdering 81-Year-Old Mother During Dispute In District Heights Home: Police A Maryland man has been accused of killing his 81-year-old mother during an argument over the weekend. Mark Terry, 45, of District Heights, was charged with first- and second-degree murder and other offenses, the Prince George’s County Police Homicide Unit said in a release on Tuesday, Jan. 16. Officers responded to the mother and son’s shared home on the 2000 block of Brooks Drive around 8 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 14 and found 81-year-old Madia Terry unresponsive in the living room with bruising and other signs of trauma, investigators said.  She was pronounced dead at the scene. A foll…
Man Accused Of Killing Roommate During Argument In Their Not-So-Happy District Heights Home: PD Man Accused Of Killing Roommate During Argument In Their Not-So-Happy District Heights Home: PD
Man Accused Of Killing Roommate During Argument In Their Not-So-Happy District Heights Home: PD An argument between roommates in Prince George's County left one man dead and another behind bars. Dwayne Houge, 54, has been arrested and accused of murdering 41-year-old Harold James Roberts, Jr. late last week after the pair got into an altercation inside the District Heights home the two shared, authorities announced on Monday. The shooting was reported at around 10:10 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9 in the 6700 block of Alpine Street, where they found Roberts suffering from a gunshot wound and rushed him to an area hospital, where he died the following day from his injuries. Houge was arrest…
Second Shooter Wanted For Fatal Bar Fight Found In VA, Charged With Murder In Maryland Second Shooter Wanted For Fatal Bar Fight Found In VA, Charged With Murder In Maryland
Second Shooter Wanted For Fatal Bar Fight Found In VA, Charged With Murder In Maryland A second man has been arrested in connection to the fatal double shooting of two people in Charles County late last month. Dominique Alonza Stewart, 54, of District Heights, joins White Plains resident James Fred Coffen behind bars for their roles in a shooting that killed two during a bar fight at Jimmie's Paddock. Young mother Mariah Termetrice Logan, 27, of Waldorf, and Indian Head resident Paul Ernest Fleming, 36, have been identified by the Charles County Sheriff's Office as the two people who were shot and killed during the incident in White Plains. Investigators say that there was …
Man Accused Of Killing GF's 2-Year-Old Daughter In Prince George's County: Police Man Accused Of Killing GF's 2-Year-Old Daughter In Prince George's County: Police
Man Accused Of Killing GF's 2-Year-Old Daughter In Prince George's County: Police A 38-year-old Maryland man has been accused of killing a toddler in his care earlier this year. The Prince George's County Police Department announced on Wednesday afternoon that District Heights resident Kevin Robinson has been accused of killing 2-year-old Nychelle Pettus, the daughter of his girlfriend who all shared the same home. In May, officers from the department were called to the 2100 block of Country Road, where they found the child unresponsive while she was being taken care of by Robinson. She was pronounced dead inside the home. In late September, police say that the toddler…
Florida Man Accused Of 'Pigeon Drop' Scam Targeting Women In Prince George's County: Police Florida Man Accused Of 'Pigeon Drop' Scam Targeting Women In Prince George's County: Police
Florida Man Accused Of 'Pigeon Drop' Scam Targeting Women In Prince George's County: Police The Florida man who targeted senior citizens in Prince George's County has been accused of an extensive "pigeon drop" scam authorities announced on Friday, and now they are looking for his partners. William Coleman, 50, of Orange Park, Florida, has been arrested and is in custody following his arrest earlier this week in Orlando after he allegedly ran a scheme involving elderly women in Maryland. According to the Prince George's County Police Department, "a pigeon drop scam involves convincing a victim to give the suspect a large amount of cash as collateral with the hope of then sharing a…
Gunman Apprehended For Fatal Triple Shooting At District Heights Apartment Complex, Police Say Gunman Apprehended For Fatal Triple Shooting At District Heights Apartment Complex, Police Say
Gunman Apprehended For Fatal Triple Shooting At District Heights Apartment Complex, Police Say The gunman responsible for a fatal triple shooting in Prince George's County last month has been arrested, police say. Devonte Taylor is facing multiple murder charges following the shooting that left 37-year-old Tyrone Thomas dead in District Heights, officials announced on Monday afternoon. Shortly after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13, officers from the Prince George's County Police Department were called to the 3700 block of Donnell Drive to investigate a reported shooting in the area, where they found Thomas outside an apartment building. He was taken to an area hospital, where he was la…
Fast Food Restaurant Robbers Not Quick Enough To Escape Police In Prince George's County Fast Food Restaurant Robbers Not Quick Enough To Escape Police In Prince George's County
Fast Food Restaurant Robbers Not Quick Enough To Escape Police In Prince George's County It didn't take long for police in Prince George's County to track down a pair of teenage fast food bandits who robbed several restaurants. Hevander Maradiadi Lozano, 18, and Christian Garcia Carranza, 19, both of District Heights, were arrested by officers following a short-lived robbery spree earlier this week.  The string of robberies began at approximately 1:20 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 16, in the 4800 block of Silver Hill Road according to a spokesperson from the Prince George's County Police Department. Police say that the pair robbed a fast food restaurant, and within an hour and …
Police ID Man Gunned Down In Prince George's County Triple Shooting Police ID Man Gunned Down In Prince George's County Triple Shooting
Police ID Man Gunned Down In Prince George's County Triple Shooting New details have been released following an early morning fatal triple shooting in Prince George's County over the weekend. Tyrone Thomas, 37, of District Heights, has been identified by police as the man killed on Sunday morning in an incident that left two others hospitalized with gunshot wounds. Police say that shortly after 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 13, officers were called to the 3700 block of Donnell Drive for a reported shooting, where they found Thomas outside an apartment complex suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Tw…
Vigilante Who Went Extra Mile To Impersonate Police Busted Flashing Bogus Badge In Greenbelt Vigilante Who Went Extra Mile To Impersonate Police Busted Flashing Bogus Badge In Greenbelt
Vigilante Who Went Extra Mile To Impersonate Police Busted Flashing Bogus Badge In Greenbelt Police say that a man who truly went all out in his effort to impersonate one of their own has been apprehended in Prince George’s County. Investigators from the Greenbelt Police Department announced that District Heights resident Carl Colston, Jr., 47, has been arrested for impersonating a police officer following an elaborate vigilante campaign after he compiled law enforcement gear and weapons. Colston’s downfall began last week, when real police were called to the off-ramp of Greenbelt Road at Route 201, where there was a report of an armed person in a Crown Victoria who was driving er…
Sword-Wielding Suspect Accused Of Killing District Heights Man In Area Apartment, Police Say Sword-Wielding Suspect Accused Of Killing District Heights Man In Area Apartment, Police Say
Sword-Wielding Suspect Accused Of Killing District Heights Man In Area Apartment, Police Say Police say that a man who was caught red-handed in the lobby of a Maryland apartment building while brandishing a sword is facing multiple murder charges for allegedly killing someone who lived in the same District Heights complex. Aaron Bynum, 33, has been charged with first-degree and second-degree murder for his alleged role in the death of 63-year-old neighbor Anthony Cunningham over the holiday weekend. Shortly before 6:30 p.m. on Friday, May 26, members of the Prince George’s County Police Department were called to an apartment in the 2100 block of Brooks Drive to investigate a report…
Father Dies Days After Daughter In District Heights Domestic Incident Father Dies Days After Daughter In District Heights Domestic Incident
Father Dies Days After Daughter In District Heights Domestic Incident The father of a teen girl who died last week during a domestic incident in a District Heights home has succumbed to his injuries at an area hospital, the Prince George's County Police Department announced. Shortly after 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, officers from the Prince George’s Police Department were called to the 1800 block of Tanow Place in District Heights, where there was a reported shooting. Upon arrival, they found Nia Johnson, 17, of District Heights, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, according to police. She was rushed to an area hospital and later pronounced dead from…
Suspect In Custody Following Fatal Shooting In District Heights, Police Say Suspect In Custody Following Fatal Shooting In District Heights, Police Say
Suspect In Custody Following Fatal Shooting In District Heights, Police Say A 31-year-old man is facing multiple murder charges following an investigation into a fatal shooting that was reported over the weekend in Prince George’s County. District Heights resident JC Littlejohn III has been charged with first-degree and second-degree murder for his alleged role in the death of 28-year-old Dante Williams, according to a spokesperson from the Prince George’s County Police Department. The shooting was reported shortly before noon on Saturday, May 13 in the 6100 block of Blacksmith Drive in District Heights. Police say that Williams was found outside of a home sufferi…
Police ID HS Senior Killed Near Elementary School Parking Lot Police ID HS Senior Killed Near Elementary School Parking Lot
Police ID HS Senior Killed Near Elementary School Parking Lot An investigation has been launched by police in Prince George's County as they investigate the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old near an area elementary school and community center.  District Heights resident Kendall Batson was found suffering from a gunshot wound shortly after 6:30 p.m. in a parking lot in the 2300 block of Ritchie Road, according to officials. He was taken by paramedics to an area hospital and pronounced dead a short time later.  The shooting was reported near North Forestville Elementary School and North Forestville Community Center. No suspect or motive has been ident…
Police ID Teen Girl Killed During Domestic Incident With Father In District Heights Home Police ID Teen Girl Killed During Domestic Incident With Father In District Heights Home
Police ID Teen Girl Killed During Domestic Incident With Father In District Heights Home Police have identified the 17-year-old girl who was shot and killed inside a District Heights home during a domestic incident that left her father with life-threatening injuries.  Shortly after 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, officers from the Prince George’s Police Department were called to the 1800 block of Tanow Place in District Heights, where there was a reported shooting. Fatal shooting: Officers are on the scene of the 1800 blk of Tanow Pl. Prelim: At approx. 9:35 pm officers responded for a shooting. Once on scene they located an adult male and juvenile female inside a home suff…
Teen Girl Killed, Man Critical After Shooting Inside Prince George's County Home: Police Teen Girl Killed, Man Critical After Shooting Inside Prince George's County Home: Police
Teen Girl Killed, Man Critical After Shooting Inside Prince George's County Home: Police A teen girl was killed after being shot inside a home in Prince George’s County on Wednesday night, police say. Shortly after 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 10, officers from the Prince George’s Police Department were called to the 1800 block of Tanow Place in District Heights, where there was a reported shooting. Fatal shooting: Officers are on the scene of the 1800 blk of Tanow Pl. Prelim: At approx. 9:35 pm officers responded for a shooting. Once on scene they located an adult male and juvenile female inside a home suffering from gunshot wounds. pic.twitter.com/3TbNmZTIj5 — PGPDNEWS (@P…
Brothers In DMV Region Admit To Operating Open-Air Drug Market At DC Shell Station Brothers In DMV Region Admit To Operating Open-Air Drug Market At DC Shell Station
Brothers In DMV Region Admit To Operating Open-Air Drug Market At DC Shell Station Two brothers from the DMV region may have seen “The Wire” too many times and are the latest to cop to their connection to an open-air drug market operating in and around a gas station in Southeast DC. It was a family affair for District Heights, resident Douglas Campbell and Southeast DC native Delonte Campbell, who admitted this week to felony charges in connection to their roles in selling drugs in the District, federal officials announced. The two are among six facing charges for the drug distribution conspiracy at the Shell gas station in the 4700 block of South Capitol Street SE. Pros…
Gunman At Large After Killing 33-Year-Old Hyattsville Man In District Heights: Police Gunman At Large After Killing 33-Year-Old Hyattsville Man In District Heights: Police
Gunman At Large After Killing 33-Year-Old Hyattsville Man In District Heights: Police New details have been released by the Prince George’s County Police Department as they continue to investigate a fatal early morning shooting in District Heights. Hyattsville resident Brian Ray Campbell, 33, has been identified as the victim in a fatal shooting that was reported early on Sunday, April 30, though his shooter remains at large. Detectives are on scene working to establish suspect(s) and motive in this case. If anyone has any information, please call @PGCrimeSolvers 1-866-411-TIPS pic.twitter.com/IZybRrXUwm — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) April 30, 2023 At approximately 3:45 a.m. o…