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Multi-Tool Mistaken For Knife Leads To Officer-Involved Shooting In Forest Heights, Police Say Multi-Tool Mistaken For Knife Leads To Officer-Involved Shooting In Forest Heights, Police Say
Jhomari Delevante Charged For Officer-Involved MD Shooting A man who was carrying a multi-tool that first responders in Forest Heights believed to be a weapon is facing charges in Prince George's County after he was shot during an officer-involved shooting, police say. Silver Spring resident Jhomari Delevante, 35, has been charged in connection to a non-fatal officer-involved shooting on Monday night following a strange scene that played out in front of officers. According to the preliminary investigation, at around 5:30 p.m. on April 15, members of the Forest Heights Police Department spotted a vehicle that was wanted from a neighboring jurisdicti…
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…
Suspect Shot By Officer Charged With Assault, Weapon Offenses In DC: Metropolitan Police Suspect Shot By Officer Charged With Assault, Weapon Offenses In DC: Metropolitan Police
Suspect Shot By Officer Charged With Assault, Weapon Offenses In DC: Metropolitan Police The man who was shot by members of the Metropolitan Police Department while attempting to flee is facing a host of charges, the agency announced on Wednesday. Northeast DC resident Deion Hinnant, who was hospitalized with serious injuries after the officer-involved shooting, was charged with assault and weapon offenses following an incident Monday night. According to police, shortly before 9 p.m. on April 1, investigators from the Violent Crime Suppression Division’s Robbery Suppression Unit were in the 2100 block of Bladensburg Road NE, when they spotted an altercation. #Update: A…
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…
AG Releases Footage Of Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting At Baltimore County Gas Station AG Releases Footage Of Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting At Baltimore County Gas Station
AG Releases Footage Of Deadly Officer-Involved Shooting At Baltimore County Gas Station Newly released body-cam footage shows the officer-involved shooting of an armed 29-year-old man at a Baltimore County gas station in early January. Windsor Mill resident Sha-Kim Akil Webley was previously identified by the Maryland AG’s Office as the person who was shot to death by police after he allegedly pointed a weapon toward officers pursuing him. Webley was shot on Jan. 9 after a domestic disturbance investigation led to officers tracking him down at a gas station near the 400 block of Reistertown Road in Pikesville, the AG's Office said. PREVIOUS STORY: AG IDs Man Killed In Officer…
Body-Cam Footage Shows Aftermath Of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting Of Maryland Carjacker: AG Body-Cam Footage Shows Aftermath Of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting Of Maryland Carjacker: AG
Body-Cam Footage Shows Aftermath Of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting Of Maryland Carjacker: AG Newly released body-cam footage shows the aftermath of an officer-involved shooting that killed an alleged Maryland carjacker in late January. Suitland resident Artell Cunningham was shot and killed by Sgt. Byron Purnell, a 6-year veteran of the New Carrollton Police Department, and Cpl. Carlos Batenga, who has five years of law enforcement experience, on Tuesday, Jan. 30, the Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General previously said. Shortly after 4:30 a.m., officers from the department on patrol in the 7500 block of Annapolis R…
Gunman Who Shot Three Officers During 13-Hour Standoff Apprehended In Southeast DC: MPD Gunman Who Shot Three Officers During 13-Hour Standoff Apprehended In Southeast DC: MPD
Gunman Who Shot Three Officers During 13-Hour Standoff Apprehended In Southeast DC: MPD A 13-hour standoff with a barricaded man who shot three Metropolitan Police officers in Southeast DC ended peacefully on Wednesday night, authorities announced. Members of the department's Emergency Response Team successfully negotiated the surrender of 46-year-old Julius James, who sent three to the hospital during a chaotic day, according to an alert from the agency shortly after 9 p.m. on Feb. 14. The long day for members of the Metropolitan Police Department responded at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, when officers attempted to arrest James in the 5000 block of Hanna Place SE for…
One Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting At Suitland Apartment Complex, Police Say One Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting At Suitland Apartment Complex, Police Say
One Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting At Suitland Apartment Complex, Police Say One person was killed in an officer-involved shooting at a Maryland apartment complex, police in Prince George's say. Officers on patrol were called at around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday to the 5100 block of Suitland Road for a reported breaking and entering incident, leading to the fatal incident in Suitland. When the officer arrived, they found a man inside the apartment, and during the encounter, one officer fired his weapon, striking him. First responders attempted life-saving efforts but he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have not provided any details about the suspect, saying only…
AG ID Person Killed, Officers Involved In Fatal New Carrollton Shooting AG ID Person Killed, Officers Involved In Fatal New Carrollton Shooting
AG ID Person Killed, Officers Involved In Fatal New Carrollton Shooting The Maryland Attorney General's Office has identified the veteran officers involved in the fatal shooting of a 28-year-old man in Prince George's County on Tuesday in New Carrollton. Suitland resident Artell Cunningham was shot and killed in an officer-involved shooting by Sgt. Byron Purnell, a 6-year veteran of the New Carrollton Police Department, and Cpl. Carlos Batenga, who has five years of law enforcement experience, authorities announced the day after the incident. Shortly after 4:30 a.m. on Jan. 30, officers from the department on patrol in the 7500 block of Annapolis Road spotted a…
One Dead In Shooting Involving Two Officers In Prince George's County, Police Say (DEVELOPING) One Dead In Shooting Involving Two Officers In Prince George's County, Police Say (DEVELOPING)
One Dead In Shooting Involving Two Officers In Prince George's County, Police Say (Developing) One person was killed in a shooting involving two police officers in Prince George’s County on Tuesday morning, Jan. 30, according to authorities and developing reports. The New Carrollton Police Department responded to the critical incident near the 7500 block of Annapolis Road shortly before 8:15 a.m., they said. Critical Police incident at the 7500 block Annapolis Rd (route 450). One side of the road is closed at this point in time, please find an alternative route to work! Posted by New Carrollton Police Department on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Maryland Attorney General Anthony …
Police ID Man Killed By Officers During Crisis Intervention Call In Northwest DC Police ID Man Killed By Officers During Crisis Intervention Call In Northwest DC
Police ID Man Killed By Officers During Crisis Intervention Call In Northwest DC New details have been released by the Metropolitan Police Department after a 41-year-old Northeast DC man was killed in an officer-involved shooting. At around 6:45 a.m. on Jan. 24, members of the Metropolitan Police Department responded to the 2100 block of Benning Road NE to assist a man who was in crisis, according to Chief Pamela Smith. MPD Chief Pamela Smith at the scene. Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department Responding officers - one of whom was a highly-trained crisis intervention specialist - encountered the man, Clifford Brooks, and conversed with him for upwards of two…
Crisis Intervention Call Turns Deadly During Downtown DC Officer-Involved Shooting: Police Crisis Intervention Call Turns Deadly During Downtown DC Officer-Involved Shooting: Police
Crisis Intervention Call Turns Deadly During Downtown DC Officer-Involved Shooting: Police A crisis intervention call turned deadly for a man killed in an officer-involved shooting in Washington, DC on Wednesday morning. At around 6:45 a.m. on Jan. 24, members of the Metropolitan Police Department responded to the 2100 block of Benning Road NE to assist a man who was in crisis, according to Chief Pamela Smith. MPD Chief Pamela Smith at the scene. Washington DC Metropolitan Police Department Responding officers - one of whom was a highly-trained crisis intervention specialist - encountered the man and conversed with him for upwards of two hours, she said, before he relented a…
Police Officer Dragged Across Highway During Pursuit In Prince George's County, Officials Say Police Officer Dragged Across Highway During Pursuit In Prince George's County, Officials Say
Police Officer Dragged Across Highway During Pursuit In Prince George's County, 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…
Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Two Injured In Southeast DC, Police Say (DEVELOPING) Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Two Injured In Southeast DC, Police Say (DEVELOPING)
Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves Two Injured In Southeast DC, Police Say (Developing) One person was shot by police and an officer was injured during an incident in Southeast DC late on Thursday afternoon, authorities confirmed. Shortly before 5 p.m. on Thursday, members of the Metropolitan Police Department were called to the 2800 block of Gainsville Street SE, where there was a report of an armed gunman in the area. #Incident: Just before 5 p.m., officers responded to the 2800 block of Gainsville Street, Southeast, for a report of a person with a gun. During the investigation, shots were fired at the officers. One officer sustained a gunshot wound. (1/2) — DC Police De…
DC Officers Investigating Domestic Violence Call Shoot Gun-Wielding Suspect: Chief DC Officers Investigating Domestic Violence Call Shoot Gun-Wielding Suspect: Chief
DC Officers Investigating Domestic Violence Call Shoot Gun-Wielding Suspect: Chief What started as a call into a domestic violence report in Northwest DC led to an officer-involved shooting, acting Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela Smith says. Officers from the department were called to the 7400 block of Georgia Avenue at approximately 10 a.m. on Thursday morning to investigate a possible domestic situation in a nearby apartment. Alert: MPD is on the scene of an officer-involved shooting in the 7400 block of Georgia Ave, NW. MPD officials and PIO responding to the scene. — DC Police Department (@DCPoliceDept) August 17, 2023 However, first responders were unable to ga…
Officer, Suspect Exchange Gunfire In 'Unprovoked' Shooting In Northeast DC (DEVELOPING) Officer, Suspect Exchange Gunfire In 'Unprovoked' Shooting In Northeast DC (DEVELOPING)
Officer, Suspect Exchange Gunfire In 'Unprovoked' Shooting In Northeast DC (Developing) Officers exchanged gunfire with a wanted suspect on Tuesday morning before the man was apprehended inside a nearby building, police say. Shortly before 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 1, Metropolitan Police Assistant Chief Leslie Parsons said that officers responded to the 1700 block of Benning Road NE, where there were sounds of gunshots that rang out in the area. Upon arrival, while investigating the incident, Parsons said that they encountered a man outside, and while attempting to investigate and make further contact with him, he “totally unprovoked, produced a firearm and began firing guns…
Maryland AG IDs Knife-Wielding Teen Killed, Officer Involved In Weekend Shooting Maryland AG IDs Knife-Wielding Teen Killed, Officer Involved In Weekend Shooting
Maryland AG IDs Knife-Wielding Teen Killed, Officer Involved In Weekend Shooting New details have been released by the Maryland Attorney General's Office as it continues to investigate a mass stabbing incident that led to a fatal officer-involved shooting in Montgomery County. Franklin Castro Ordonez, 19, of Gaithersburg, was shot and killed by Montgomery County Police officer Justin Lee on Saturday, July 22 after the teen allegedly stabbed at least four people, the AG announced on Monday. Police say that shortly after 10:35 a.m. on Saturday, officers were called to the Unique Thrift Store in the 12200 block of Veirs Mill Road, where there were multiple calls about a s…
No Charges For FBI Agent Who Fatally Shot Man At Metro Center Station In DC: Feds No Charges For FBI Agent Who Fatally Shot Man At Metro Center Station In DC: Feds
No Charges For FBI Agent Who Fatally Shot Man At Metro Center Station In DC: Feds There will be no charges filed against an FBI agent who shot and killed a 28-year-old man at the Metro Center Station in Washington, DC last year, according to federal authorities. The US Attorney’s Office announced on Tuesday, June 6 that there is insufficient evidence to pursue charges against the officer who shot and killed Troy N. Bullock in December 2022 inside the station at G Street and 11th Street in Northwest. Investigators say that shortly before 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 7, an off-duty FBI Special Agent was standing on the platform when Bullock began to challenge another trav…
Officer-Involved DC Teen Shooting Leads To Civil Rights Probe After Body-Cam Footage Released Officer-Involved DC Teen Shooting Leads To Civil Rights Probe After Body-Cam Footage Released
Officer-Involved DC Teen Shooting Leads To Civil Rights Probe After Body-Cam Footage Released Federal prosecutors are launching a civil rights investigation into the fatal officer-involved shooting of a teenager in Washington, DC last month. An inquiry into the shooting death of 17-year-old Dalaneo Martin was announced on Wednesday, April 5, a day after US Park Police officials released body-cam footage showing the moments leading up to the teen’s death last month. At approximately 8:50 a.m. on Saturday, March 18, a Park Police sergeant was called to assist a Metropolitan Police Department officer with an investigation into a stolen vehicle that was spotted in the area of 34th an…
Maryland State Police Trooper Shot During Traffic Stop; Shooting Suspect Found Dead: Officials Maryland State Police Trooper Shot During Traffic Stop; Shooting Suspect Found Dead: Officials
Maryland State Police Trooper Shot During Traffic Stop; Shooting Suspect Found Dead: Officials A veteran Maryland State Police trooper remains hospitalized on Tuesday morning after being shot by a suspect during a traffic stop who subsequently killed himself, authorities say. Keiford Lee Copper, III, 23, of Trappe, has been identified by state police investigators as the driver of a Toyota Prius who fired multiple shots at a trooper attempting to conduct a traffic stop shortly before 10 p.m. on Monday, March 6, in Wicomico County. Police say that a trooper from the Easton Barrack attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a Prius in the eastbound lanes of Route 50 near the Vienna Scale H…
US Marshals Service Involved In Fatal Shooting Of Wanted Man In Southeast DC (DEVELOPING) US Marshals Service Involved In Fatal Shooting Of Wanted Man In Southeast DC (DEVELOPING)
US Marshals Service Involved In Fatal Shooting Of Wanted Man In Southeast DC (Developing) An investigation has been lost in Southeast DC on Tuesday afternoon after members of the US Marshals Service shot and killed a wanted man following a short pursuit, Metropolitan Police Department officials announced. At approximately 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28, officers from the department were called to the 4300 block of 3rd Street SE near Atlantic Street SE to assist the US Marshals who were involved in an operation involving a man in his 20s with multiple warrants out for his arrest. MPD and @USMarshalsHQ are on the scene of an officer involved shooting incident. Media staging is at …
Police ID Designer Sunglass Thief Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting Outside Tysons Corner Police ID Designer Sunglass Thief Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting Outside Tysons Corner
Police ID Designer Sunglass Thief Killed In Officer-Involved Shooting Outside Tysons Corner A pair of designer sunglasses led to the fatal officer-involved shooting in Fairfax County outside of the Tysons Corner Shopping Center earlier this week, according to Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis. Washington, DC resident Timothy McCree Johnson, 37, who police say has a lengthy history with law enforcement, was shot and killed on Wednesday, Feb. 22 by officers as he attempted to run from Nordstrom after stealing the shades.  At approximately 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, officers from the Tyson Urban Team assigned to the shopping center were advised by an asset protection agent at Nor…
Here's What We Know About The Fatal Fairfax County Officer-Involved Shooting At Tysons Corner Here's What We Know About The Fatal Fairfax County Officer-Involved Shooting At Tysons Corner
Here's What We Know About The Fatal Fairfax County Officer-Involved Shooting At Tysons Corner A “man known very well to law enforcement” who has a violent criminal history died at an area hospital after being shot by officers as he attempted to evade a shoplifting arrest at the Tysons Corner Shopping Center in Fairfax County on Wednesday night. Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis said late on Wednesday, Feb. 22 that a man struck during an officer-involved shooting has died from his injuries after taking officers on an approximate quarter-mile pursuit. Suspect was pronounced deceased at the hospital. Chief Davis will provide an update from the scene shortly. — Fairfax County…
Suspect Shot Fleeing From Sheriff's Deputies In Maryland In Stolen Vehicle, Officials Say Suspect Shot Fleeing From Sheriff's Deputies In Maryland In Stolen Vehicle, Officials Say
Suspect Shot Fleeing From Sheriff's Deputies In Maryland In Stolen Vehicle, Officials Say A person fleeing from police in a reportedly stolen vehicle in Maryland was shot and hospitalized by officers following a temporary pursuit, authorities announced. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an officer-involved shooting in the 23400 block of Three Notch Road in California near the Wildwood Shopping Center shortly after 9:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 19. Deputies were able to locate the stolen vehicle in the area of the shopping center and the suspect proceeded to flee on foot. During the pursuit, police say that he was shot by officers. First responders at the scen…
Son Shot By Deputies After Killing Father, Injuring Mother During Maryland Stabbing: Sheriff Son Shot By Deputies After Killing Father, Injuring Mother During Maryland Stabbing: Sheriff
Son Shot By Deputies After Killing Father, Injuring Mother During Maryland Stabbing: Sheriff Authorities say that sheriff’s deputies in Maryland were forced to shoot and kill a stabbing suspect early on Tuesday morning following an investigation into a violent family fight that saw one man stabbed to that and another airlifted to an area hospital. Shortly before 2:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 29, members of the Frederik County Sheriff's Office responded to the 5800 block of Haller place, where there was a reported stabbing that came from a woman calling from the site of the initial incident advising that her parents were being attacked. Frederick County Sheriff Chuck Jenkins said that …
Maryland AG Releases Report Into Fatal Officer-Involved Barbershop Shooting Maryland AG Releases Report Into Fatal Officer-Involved Barbershop Shooting
Maryland AG Releases Report Into Fatal Officer-Involved Barbershop Shooting The Maryland Attorney General's Office has released its report on a deadly officer-involved barbershop shooting in Baltimore last year. Shortly after 3 p.m. on Nov. 13, 2021, off-duty Baltimore Police Sgt. David Burch was getting a haircut at Bladi Style Barbershop on O’Donnell Street when Carlos David Ortega walked in and pulled out a handgun from his waistband. The report determined that Ortega then shot Rafael Jeffers several times while Burch was sitting in Jeffers’ barber chair. After shooting him, Ortega ordered Burch to move and approached Jeffers with a gun still in his hand. Burc…
Maryland Man Implicated In Officer-Involved Shooting In Virginia, Police Say Maryland Man Implicated In Officer-Involved Shooting In Virginia, Police Say
Maryland Man Implicated In Officer-Involved Shooting In Virginia, Police Say A convicted felon from Maryland is facing charges in Virginia following an incident that led to an officer-involved shooting in Arlington, authorities announced. Charles County resident El-Amin Mutee, 44, of Waldorf has been charged by police in Arlington with brandishing and felon in possession of a firearm, police in Arlington said on Saturday, Oct. 15. Police say that shortly after 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 14, officers from the Arlington Police Department responded to the 21000 block of Shirlington Road, where there were reports of multiple shots fired. Upon arrival, investigators sai…
Suspect In Custody After Shooting Officer During Dispute In Maryland, Police Say Suspect In Custody After Shooting Officer During Dispute In Maryland, Police Say
Suspect In Custody After Shooting Officer During Dispute In Maryland, Police Say A suspect is in custody after a police officer in Maryland was shot on Friday afternoon in East Baltimore, officials announced. The incident unfolded at approximately 12:45 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30 in the 1100 block of East Chase Street, according to the Baltimore Police Department. Deputy Commissioner Richard Worley provided a briefing to the media in reference to the Officer Involved Shooting that occurred in the 1100 block of E. Chase Street. Posted by Baltimore Police Department on Friday, September 30, 2022 Officials said that the officer was transported to Johns Hopkins Hospital …
Officer Rushed To Hospital After Police-Involved Maryland Shooting Officer Rushed To Hospital After Police-Involved Maryland Shooting
Officer Rushed To Hospital After Police-Involved Maryland Shooting A police-involved shooting is under investigation in Maryland. The Baltimore Police Department confirmed that there was an officer-involved shooting in the 1100 block of East Chase Street at approximately 12:45 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30. According to reports, an officer was shot and is being transported to an area hospital. His condition was unclear following the shooting. We are aware that a Police Officer has been shot in the ED. More information as it becomes available. — Baltimore City FOP (@FOP3) September 30, 2022 We stand by our partners in public safety protecting Baltimore.…
Maryland AG Releases New Details On Officer-Involved Essex Shooting Maryland AG Releases New Details On Officer-Involved Essex Shooting
Maryland AG Releases New Details On Officer-Involved Essex Shooting An investigative report into an officer-involved shooting earlier this year has been released by the Maryland Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Division (IID). Ralph Picarello III was killed by members of the Baltimore County Police Department in May during an investigation of a reported domestic disturbance in the 900 block of Broundbrook Way in Essex, authorities say. The 911 caller stated that Picarello was inside the home throwing items at a family member, and when officers arrived at the home to investigate the incident, officials said that Picarello picked up a knife and…