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Hyattsville Fugitive Captured In Takedown Of $100K Target Store Theft Ring In VA: Sheriff Hyattsville Fugitive Captured In Takedown Of $100K Target Store Theft Ring In VA: Sheriff
Hyattsville Fugitive Captured In Takedown Of $100K Target Store Theft Ring In VA: Sheriff A trio of Maryland men accused of stealing $100,000 worth of merchandise across multiple towns were arrested in Virginia. Stafford County Sheriff deputies responding to Target at Stafford Market Place around 11:45 a.m. Thursday, April 18 were met by a group of men hiding skin care items in a large bin, the sheriff's office said in a news release. Among the men were Wilbur Sibert, 58, of Hyattsville, MD; Delbert Henry, 47, of Frederick, MD; and Canbrin Smith, 31, of Upper Marlboro, MD, police said. As deputies arrived, the trio fled out a fire exit with the stolen items. The …
Fugitive Wanted For Attempted Murder Caught With Drugs, Weapons In Maryland Uber: Sheriff Fugitive Wanted For Attempted Murder Caught With Drugs, Weapons In Maryland Uber: Sheriff
Fugitive Wanted For Attempted Murder Caught With Drugs, Weapons In Maryland Uber: Sheriff A man wanted for attempted murder in Baltimore County is behind bars and facing fresh charges in Frederick County following what started as a routine traffic stop of an Uber driver, officials say. Ja Qwan Taylor-El, 22, is facing a host of criminal charges after being identified by members of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office as a fugitive who was wanted in both Baltimore and Frederick counties. Shortly after 7 p.m. on April 15, deputies conducted a traffic stop on New Design Road near Guilford Drive, and during that stop, it was determined that Taylor-El, a passenger in the back o…
Woman Found Lying In Roadway Airlifted To Hospital Not Struck By Car: Frederick Sheriff Woman Found Lying In Roadway Airlifted To Hospital Not Struck By Car: Frederick Sheriff
Woman Found Lying In Roadway Airlifted To Hospital Not Struck By Car: Frederick Sheriff A woman found lying in the roadway was airlifted to an area hospital in Frederick on Thursday night, April 11, authorities said. The woman was found at the intersection of Route 355 and Route 85 just before 11:50 p.m., the sheriff's office said. The woman was treated for injuries by personnel from the Department of Fire and Rescue Services and flown to a regional trauma center where she remains with non-life-threatening injuries. Further investigation has determined that the adult female was not struck by a motor vehicle and the investigation is on going to determine exact details that con…
Snow Possible In Parts Of Maryland, Virginia, Forecasters Say Snow Possible In Parts Of Maryland, Virginia, Forecasters Say
Snow Possible In Parts Of Maryland, Virginia, Forecasters Say Say it ain't snow. Some parts of the DMV region may see another round of winter weather, as a fresh storm is set to head toward the area, according to forecasters. 5 PM Radar Update: Some quick moving cells are producing heavy rain, pea-sized hail, and frequent lightning. In particular, the areas within the orange polygons are most likely to see such storms. These are generally moving toward the NE at 60-65 mph. #MDwx #VAwx #DCwx #WVwx pic.twitter.com/Ozhu7VOBct — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) March 9, 2024 The National Weather Service issued an alert on Saturday, March 9, a…
Teen Brothers Sentenced For Murder Of Rival Gang Member In Maryland: State's Attorney Teen Brothers Sentenced For Murder Of Rival Gang Member In Maryland: State's Attorney
Teen Brothers Sentenced For Murder Of Rival Gang Member In Maryland: State's Attorney Two teen brothers are heading to prison for life for the murder of a rival gang member in Maryland, authorities announced. Malik Hney, 17, and Malachi Hney, 18, both of Kensington, were sentenced to life in prison suspend all but 30 years and five years of supervised probation upon release, the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office said Tuesday, Feb. 27. The sentencing stems from the murder of Taon Cline, of Frederick on April 22, 2022. Cline, 20, was associated with a rival gang of the Hney brothers, as well as two others, who were involved in a dispute between their own gang in the …
Shooter Sentenced For Murdering GF Of DC-Area Drug Dealer During Ambush In Puerto Rico: Feds Shooter Sentenced For Murdering GF Of DC-Area Drug Dealer During Ambush In Puerto Rico: Feds
Shooter Sentenced For Murdering GF Of Dc-area Drug Dealer During Ambush In Puerto Rico: Feds A convicted drug trafficker who ambushed and murdered a woman from Maryland who was dating the leader of a DC-area drug operation has been sentenced to decades in prison, federal authorities announced. Pureto Rico-native Jann Jousten Aponte-Rivera, 27, was sentenced on Wednesday to 50 years in prison for the drug-related murder of 42-year-old Frederick resident Shantay Myisha Butler, who was killed in retaliation for drug debts, officials say.  According to prosecutors, Aponte-Rivera was part of a large-scale drug trafficking organization based in San Juan that was sending kilogra…
Details About Maryland Kayaker Found Dead In Susquehanna River Revealed Details About Maryland Kayaker Found Dead In Susquehanna River Revealed
Details About Maryland Kayaker Found Dead In Susquehanna River Revealed The details about the death and life of a kayaker found in the Susquehanna River nearly two days after he went missing have been released. Brenton King's kayak was recovered by firefighters in the Susquehanna River, south of City Island, around 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16, Harrisburg police said, as Daily Voice initially reported.   His wife's best friend, Tracy Burkey, detailed the situation in a GoFundMe she launched to help Brent's family: "On the morning of Friday February 16th Brent went out to do what he loves, fish. He had all the proper gear and equipment. He texted his w…
Man Who Raped Young Girl In MD Gets Prison Time, Must Register As Lifetime Sex Offender: Judge Man Who Raped Young Girl In MD Gets Prison Time, Must Register As Lifetime Sex Offender: Judge
Man Who Raped Young Girl In MD Gets Prison Time, Must Register As Lifetime Sex Offender: Judge A Frederick man will spend years in prison for raping a 12-year-old child who ran away from home, the State's Attorney's Office announced. Jonatan Daniel Corado-Moscoso was sentenced this week to 20 years in prison, with all but seven suspended, and will have to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life following the investigation into a sexual assault in 2022. In January 2022, officials say that the child ran away from home, and when located by Frederick Police investigators, it was disclosed that she was being sexually abused by Corado-Moscoso. A forensic investigation con…
Here's Who Got The Most Snow In Maryland, Virginia Here's Who Got The Most Snow In Maryland, Virginia
Here's Who Got The Most Snow In Maryland, Virginia The National Weather Service has released snowfall totals for the DMV in this week's storm. In Maryland, Sabillasville which appears to have gotten the most amount of snow: 8.5 inches on Tuesday, Feb. 13, the NWS said. In Virginia, Gavel Springs in Frederick County got about 4.5 inches. Here's the breakdown by county: BALTIMORE Lineboro: 3.5 inches Bentley Springs: 3 Owings Mills: 1 Pikesville: 0.4  CARROLL Millers: 4.7 Manchester: 4.3 Taneytown: 4 Westminster: 2 Uniontown: 1.1 CECIL Elkton: 3.0  Rising Sun: 1  Port Deposit 1 FREDERICK Sabilla…
Wanted Man In Maryland Accused Of Brandishing Handgun Near Group In Montgomery County: Police Wanted Man In Maryland Accused Of Brandishing Handgun Near Group In Montgomery County: Police
Wanted Man In Maryland Accused Of Brandishing Handgun Near Group In Montgomery County: Police A man wanted for drug and traffic violations was arrested after brandishing a handgun in a Montgomery County neighborhood, authorities said. Officers responded to investigate a shooting report in the parking lot of the 9900 block of Ridgeline Drive in Gaithersburg shortly before 8:45 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27. Police say Zyree Keishon Niseir Wilson, 23, of Frederick, was seen brandishing the firearm near a group of men in the parking lot and fled with the others as the officers arrived. Wilson was found near Ridgeline Drive and Watkins Mill Road and continued to run from officers until he …
2 Powerball Tickets Each Worth $50K Sold In Maryland 2 Powerball Tickets Each Worth $50K Sold In Maryland
2 Powerball Tickets Each Worth $50K Sold In Maryland Winners! Two Powerball tickets each worth $50,000 were sold in Maryland for the Monday, Feb. 12. drawing, officials confirmed. The third-tier winning tickets were sold at Jack’s Fine Food on Kenwood Avenue in Baltimore and the GetGo at Giant Eagle on West Patrick Street in Frederick. The winning numbers were 17, 36, 43, 53 and 67; the Powerball was 14 and the Power Play multiplier was X2. The Powerball jackpot now totals $285 million for the Wednesday Feb. 14 drawing with an estimated cash option of $137.7 million. Think you might be one of the lucky winners?…
Snow Emergency Plan Goes Into Effect In These Maryland Counties Snow Emergency Plan Goes Into Effect In These Maryland Counties
Snow Emergency Plan Goes Into Effect In These Maryland Counties Winter weather has replaced the unseasonably warm weather over the weekend, and now parts of Maryland are facing a fresh batch of wet, heavy snow, officials are warning. The Maryland State Police announced on Tuesday morning that Snow Emergency Plans were put into effect on Tuesday morning in Allegany, Carroll, Cecil, Frederick, Garrett, and Washington counties as the conditions on the road continue to deteriorate.  "Once a Snow Emergency Plan has gone into effect, (Maryland) law requires motorists to operate vehicles that are equipped with chains," the agency noted on social media. "D…
Rain May Turn To Snow In Parts Of DMV Region During Shifty Incoming Storm: Forecasters Rain May Turn To Snow In Parts Of DMV Region During Shifty Incoming Storm: Forecasters
Rain May Turn To Snow In Parts Of DMV Region During Shifty Incoming Storm: Forecasters Some parts of the DMV region could be hit with snow as another round of storms is expected to roll through the area.  Forecasters are advising that some parts of the area could see winter weather, specifically in the mountains, though many other neighborhoods will only see rain falling beginning late on Monday and into Tuesday morning. We have some winter weather on the way for Maryland including potential snow fall tonight into tomorrow. Keep an eye on @NWS_BaltWash, your local forecasts, and here for continued updates. #MdWx https://t.co/3jWmTmz5Uo — Maryland Department of Emergen…
Alert Issued For Missing 9-Year-Old Boy In Maryland Alert Issued For Missing 9-Year-Old Boy In Maryland
Alert Issued For Missing 9-Year-Old Boy In Maryland Seen him?  Alarm bells are sounding in the heads of friends and family of 9-year-old Divine Andre Mbu, who was reported missing in Frederick. An alert was issued by the Frederick Police Department on Monday, Jan. 29 for Mbu, who was described as being approximately 3-foot-11 weighing between 65 and 70 pounds with brown hair and black eyes. Frederick Police Department The agency did not disclose where and when Mbu went missing. Anyone with information regarding Mbu or his whereabouts has been asked to contact Det. Skelly at the Frederick Police Department by calling or texting …
Winning $100K Powerball Ticket Sold At Royal Farms Location In Maryland Winning $100K Powerball Ticket Sold At Royal Farms Location In Maryland
Winning $100K Powerball Ticket Sold At Royal Farms Location In Maryland Who’s the lucky winner?  A Powerball ticket good for $100,000 was sold at a Royal Farms location in Maryland, lottery officials said. The ticket — the first third-tier winning ticket sold in 2024 — was purchased at Royal Farms on English Muffin Way in Frederick for the Monday, Jan. 22 drawing. It was purchased with Power Play, doubling its third-tier prize to $100,000. The winning numbers were: 24, 25, 43, 52 and 63. The Powerball was 21 with a 2x Power Play multiplier. The Powerball jackpot rolled to an estimated annuity of $145 million for the Wednesday, Jan. 2…
More Snow: New Projections Released For Storm Headed To MD, VA More Snow: New Projections Released For Storm Headed To MD, VA
More Snow: New Projections Released For Storm Headed To MD, VA The National Weather Service has released a brand-new map showing projected snow totals coming to the mid-Atlantic later this week. Wednesday, Jan. 17 is expected to be "very cold" with temps struggling to reach the freezing mark southeast of Washington DC in the afternoon, the NWS said.  Sunny skies are expected today, but it will remain very cold. Posted by US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washington on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Thursday, Jan. 18 will be another dry day but with increasing clouds, and not quite as cold. A cold front will come in on Thursday night into…
Large-Scale Drug Trafficking Organization Dismantled In Maryland, Sheriff Says Large-Scale Drug Trafficking Organization Dismantled In Maryland, Sheriff Says
Large-Scale Drug Trafficking Organization Dismantled In Maryland, Sheriff Says A multi-agency investigation in Frederick County led to the downfall of a drug trafficking organization, authorities announced on Friday. Last month, three people were arrested as part of a wide-ranging inquiry into a large-scale trafficking organization operating in Northern Maryland in the areas of Frederick and Washington counties. Those charged:  William Ray Huskey, 49, of Middletown; Deandre Eugene Pryor, Sr., 45, of Frederick; Kevin Alexander Vaughan, 52, of Frederick. In December 2023, investigators executed search and seizures that led to the recovery of: 6.8 pounds of coca…
Maryland Woman Eyes Beach House After $2M Lottery Scratch-Off Win Maryland Woman Eyes Beach House After $2M Lottery Scratch-Off Win
Maryland Woman Eyes Beach House After $2M Lottery Scratch-Off Win Sunny days are ahead for a Frederick woman who took home a $2 million prize playing a new Maryland Lottery instant ticket while waiting for lunch. A Frederick County woman who enjoys her scratchers has big plans for herself after claiming the top prize on a "200X The Cash" ticket that only went on sale last month, Lottery officials say. The first-ever top-prize winning ticket was sold at Sheetz on Rosemont Avenue in Frederick, where the winner says she frequents to get gas and a hot dog-soda combo.  While waiting for her order to come out, the Frederick resident decided to buy Lottery…
These DMV Towns Are 'Most Christmassy' In America These DMV Towns Are 'Most Christmassy' In America
These DMV Towns Are 'Most Christmassy' In America You won't have to go far to get in the Christmas spirit, as several towns in the DMV were named among America's favorites "Christmassy" towns. Mixbook's list was made by surveying 3,000 families to discover which of the popular festive destinations they'd most like to visit this season, the website says. Coming in at No. 5 is Alexandria, VA which Mixbook says "embodies the spirit of the holiday season with its unique blend of history and festive charm." The site notes "picturesque" streets lined with historic, brick buildings. Add the Christmas lights and snow, that's an idyllic holiday str…
Police ID Man, Infant Involved In Prince George's County Murder-Suicide Police ID Man, Infant Involved In Prince George's County Murder-Suicide
Police ID Man, Infant Involved In Prince George's County Murder-Suicide New details have been released by the Prince George's County Police Department as they continue to investigate a murder-suicide involving a father and his infant son. Suitland resident Kenneth Petty, 38, has been identified as the man who allegedly shot and killed 2-year-old Sterling Glover Petty, of Frederick, after the two were found suffering from fatal gunshot wounds inside a car over the weekend Officers from the Prince George's County Police Department were called at around 1 p.m. on Sunday afternoon to the 1200 block of Mercantile Lane in the Largo area to conduct a welfare check, ac…
Frederick YouTuber's Bloodied GF Seen On Video Hiding After Ex-BF's Suicidal Attack, He Says Frederick YouTuber's Bloodied GF Seen On Video Hiding After Ex-BF's Suicidal Attack, He Says
Frederick YouTuber's Bloodied GF Seen On Video Hiding After Ex-BF's Suicidal Attack, He Says A YouTuber with Maryland roots posted footage of him and his wounded girlfriend hiding on his back porch after he says her ex-boyfriend showed up at his apartment and began shooting through the door, then took his own life. Hunter Avallone — who has ties to Frederick, Hagerstown, and Arnold, MD — was at his Martinsburg, West Virginia apartment with his girlfriend, Holle Peno, when the gunman showed up to his building on Friday, Dec. 8 around 12:30 p.m., he said on Instagram. Graphic footage shows Avallone and his Twitch streamer girlfriend, whose leg is bloodied, hiding on his back por…
Sergeant Who Lost Use Of Legs In Intentional Crash Escorted To Walter Reed Hospital (VIDEOS) Sergeant Who Lost Use Of Legs In Intentional Crash Escorted To Walter Reed Hospital (VIDEOS)
Sergeant Who Lost Use Of Legs In Intentional Crash Escorted To Walter Reed Hospital (Videos) It was a day of celebration for the Montgomery County police family as they escorted Sgt. Patrick Kepp out of the hospital weeks after he was severely injured in a crash on I-270 in late October. Kepp received a proper hero's welcome on Thursday as he was discharged from the UMD Medical Center Shock Trauma Center and was escorted by a decorated motorcade to Walter Reed Medical Center in Virginia. Today is a day of celebration!Sgt. Pat Kepp has been discharged from the UMD Medical Center, Shock Trauma. Surrounded by family, friends, brothers&sisters in Blue and an amazing medical team…
Threatening Firebug Torched Townhouse During Domestic Disturbance In Maryland: Police Threatening Firebug Torched Townhouse During Domestic Disturbance In Maryland: Police
Threatening Firebug Torched Townhouse During Domestic Disturbance In Maryland: Police Byron Alton Bowie nearly made good on his threats to "burn everything down and harm everyone" after he set fire to a Maryland townhouse during a dispute in Frederick, police say. Neighbors said that there was an altercation involving Bowie last week, who was locked out of a townhouse, and he was then spotted on the back deck shouting that he wanted to "burn everything down and harm everyone," before a caller on the line with police saw him using a chair to break a glass door.  The incident was first reported shortly before 9:15 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 24, in the 2200 block of Waller House…
Boyfriend Stabbed, Strangled Girlfriend During Domestic Dispute In Maryland, Police Say Boyfriend Stabbed, Strangled Girlfriend During Domestic Dispute In Maryland, Police Say
Boyfriend Stabbed, Strangled Girlfriend During Domestic Dispute In Maryland, Police Say Police say that a domestic dispute in Frederick nearly turned deadly when a man stabbed and strangled his 19-year-old girlfriend. Elmer Yovani Alvarado Sanchez, 21, is behind bars after a vicious assault that left the woman hospitalized with serious injuries following an early morning incident on Saturday, Nov. 18 on Alban Court. Shortly after midnight on Saturday, officers from the Frederick Police Department were called to Frederick Health Hospital, where the 19-year-old had been admitted for treatment and evaluation of injuries that included a stab wound and strangulation marks, off…
'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…
Gunman Who Posted Photos Of Himself Before Rapper's Killing In Maryland Gets Prison Time Gunman Who Posted Photos Of Himself Before Rapper's Killing In Maryland Gets Prison Time
Gunman Who Posted Photos Of Himself Before Rapper's Killing In Maryland Gets Prison Time The 32-year-old man who was convicted of murdering rapper Jahandar Darvish earlier this year in Montgomery County will spend decades in prison, according to authorities. On Tuesday, the Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office announced that Frederick resident Mario Samm has been sentenced to 60 years in prison with all but 55 years to serve, followed by five years of probation for his role in the 25-year-old Darvish's death in December 2021. According to court documents, on Dec. 23, 2021, officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police were called to a Circle Gate Drive apartm…
Two Men Get Life Sentences For 'Execution-Style' Murder At Maryland Park: State's Attorney Two Men Get Life Sentences For 'Execution-Style' Murder At Maryland Park: State's Attorney
Two Men Get Life Sentences For 'Execution-Style' Murder At Maryland Park: State's Attorney Justice has been served for the family of a teenager who was murdered "execution style" in a St. Mary's County park while playing ball more than two years ago. State's Attorney Jaymi Sterling announced this week that Leonard Charles Hall, 29, and James Reginald Flanagan, 27, both of Lexington Park, have been sentenced for their roles in the June 2021 murder of 19-year-old Valdez Rico Baker III at the Chancellor's Run Regional Park in Great Mills. Specifically, Hall was sentenced to life in prison, while Flanagan was ordered to serve life behind bars with 35 years of active incarceration aft…
Man Accused Of Murdering Maryland Judge Found Dead, Sheriff Says (DEVELOPING) Man Accused Of Murdering Maryland Judge Found Dead, Sheriff Says (DEVELOPING)
Man Accused Of Murdering Maryland Judge Found Dead, Sheriff Says (Developing) Pedro Argote, the man wanted in connection to the murder of Maryland Circuit Judge Andrew Wilkinson has been found dead in Williamsport, authorities announced. The Washington County Sheriff's Office issued an alert on Thursday morning advising that Argote was found in a wooded area between Clear Spring Road and Bottom Road approximately a mile away from where his Mercedes was found during the manhunt tracking him. There is a significant police presence in the Williamsport, MD area. The Washington County Sheriff's Office asks the... Posted by Washington County Sheriff's Office, Maryla…
Search For Maryland Judge's Suspected Killer Pedro Argote Continues Nationwide Search For Maryland Judge's Suspected Killer Pedro Argote Continues Nationwide
Search For Maryland Judge's Suspected Killer Pedro Argote Continues Nationwide Fresh leads have been called in, but a man suspected of killing a Maryland Circuit Court judge remains at large, even after his Mercedes was found "hidden" in the woods over the weekend. Pedro Argote is on the lam as local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies continue their investigation into the murder of 52-year-old Judge Andrew Wilkinson, who was found shot to death in his Hagerstown driveway while his family was inside their home on Friday night. Following the grisly discovery of the judge's body, there may have been a break in the case days after the Maryland Circuit Court jud…
Suspected Judge Killer's Mercedes Found In Maryland, Sheriff Says (DEVELOPING) Suspected Judge Killer's Mercedes Found In Maryland, Sheriff Says (DEVELOPING)
Suspected Judge Killer's Mercedes Found In Maryland, Sheriff Says (Developing) There may have been a break in the days after a Maryland Circuit Court judge was shot and killed in Washington County by a wanted man who is in the midst of a contentious custody hearing. On Saturday afternoon, the Washington County Sheriff's Office issued an alert that there will be a "significant" police presence in Williamsport after a silver Mercedes being driven by Pedro Argote was located in the area. There is a significant police presence in the Williamsport, MD area. The Washington County Sheriff's Office asks the... Posted by Washington County Sheriff's Office, Maryland on S…
'Armed, Dangerous' Suspect At Large After Targeted Murder Of Maryland Judge: Sheriff (UPDATED) 'Armed, Dangerous' Suspect At Large After Targeted Murder Of Maryland Judge: Sheriff (UPDATED)
'Armed, Dangerous' Suspect At Large After Targeted Murder Of Maryland Judge: Sheriff (Updated) A contentious divorce may have led to the murder of a Maryland Circuit Court Judge who was found gunned down in his Washington County driveway while his family was inside their residence, officials say.  At around 8 p.m. on Thursday night, deputies were called to the 19100 block of Olde Waterford Road in Hagerstown, where they found 52-year-old Judge Andrew Wilkinson suffering from gunshot wounds outside of his home. He was rushed to Meritus Medical Center, where he later died from his injuries, according to the Washington County Sheriff's Office. Judge Andrew WilkinsonWashington Count…