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Major Mall-Based Chain With 9 MD Stores Closing 543 Locations After Filing For Bankruptcy
A major retailer primarily located in malls and headquartered in Pennsylvania is set to close all 543 of its stores following its third Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. Closures for all rue21 locations are expected to be completed within the next two months with going-out-of-business sales coming soon. The company, headquartered in Pennsylvania outside Pittsburgh, had first filed for bankruptcy in 2003, and then for a second time in 2017, when it closed around 400 stores. Founded in 1970, rue21 specializes in women's & men's casual apparel and accessories. rue21 has locations in …
Police & Fire
Lumber-Wielding Man Shot By Officers Investigating Home Invasion, Stabbing In Maryland: Police
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…
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Maryland Duo Accused Of Abduction, Robbery Of Virginia Man In DC: Feds
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…
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Convicted Killer From Maryland On Parole Sentenced For Drug Trafficking 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…
Police & Fire
Three From DC Charged For Armed Robbery Before Officer-Involved Shooting In Maryland: 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 & Fire
Police Probing Officer-Involved Shooting With Armed Robbers In Maryland: 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…
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Maryland Man Among Three 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 & Fire
Armed Kidnappers Drove Victim To His Virginia Home, Fled Back To Maryland, DC Police Say
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…
News
Maryland 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 …
Police & Fire
Son Accused Of Murdering 81-Year-Old Mother During Dispute In Maryland 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…
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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…
Police & Fire
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 …
Police & Fire
Man Accused Of Killing GF's 2-Year-Old Daughter In Maryland: 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…
News
Florida Man Accused Of 'Pigeon Drop' Scam Targeting Women In Maryland: 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…
Police & Fire
Gunman Apprehended For Fatal Triple Shooting At Maryland 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…
Police & Fire
Fast Food Restaurant Robbers Not Quick Enough To Escape Police In MD
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 & Fire
Police ID Man Gunned Down In Maryland 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…
Police & Fire
Vigilante Who Went Extra Mile To Impersonate Police Busted Flashing Bogus Badge In MD
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…
Police & Fire
Sword-Wielding Suspect Accused Of Killing MD 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…
Police & Fire
Father Dies Days After Daughter In MD 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…
Police & Fire
Suspect In Custody Following Fatal Shooting In Maryland, 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 & Fire
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 & Fire
Police ID Teen Girl Killed During Domestic Incident Involving Father In MD 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…
Police & Fire
Teen Girl Killed, Man Critical After Shooting Inside MD 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…
News
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…
Police & Fire
Gunman At Large After Killing 33-Year-Old Man In Maryland: 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…
Police & Fire
Not So Fast: Security Guard Busted Impersonating Actual Police In Hyattsville
Police in Hyattsville arrested a man believed to be impersonating one of their own. Authorities say that District Heights resident Robert Muschette, Jr., 53, went through great lengths to pretend to be one of the “boys in blue” and is now facing charges after being busted posing as an actual officer. At approximately 11:25 p.m. on Thursday, March 9, officers from the Hyattsville Police Department spotted a dark green Ford Explorer driving in the parking lot of the Mall at Prince George's with red and blue emergency lights on in the front windshield, which drew their suspicion. Upon cont…
News
Former Police Chief In Maryland Convicted Of Targeted Arson Attacks: State's Attorney
The Howard County State’s Attorney’s Office is seeking multiple life sentences for a former police chief in Maryland who was connected to a dozen different arson cases that spanned multiple counties over two decades. David Crawford, 71, was found guilty by a jury on multiple attempted murder and other charges for his lengthy crime spree that stretched out for years, Howard County State’s Attorney Rich Gibson announced on Thursday, March 9. Specifically, Crawford was found guilty on Thursday of: Eight counts of first-degree attempted murder; Three counts of first-degree arson; Malicious …
Police & Fire
District Heights Teens Waiting For Extradition After Crashing Stolen Camry In DC: Police
Two District Heights teens are being charged as adults after being found in possession of a stolen car, according to officials in Prince George's County. The 17-year-old boys were captured by police around 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 21 after being observed in the stolen Toyota Camry in the area of Wheeler Road and Southern Avenue in Oxon Hill, a county police spokesperson said. Officers attempted to pull over the teens, who refused to stop, resulting in a brief chase that ended in the car becoming disabled in the area of 13th Street and Good Hope Road in Southeast, Washington, DC. The vehicl…
Police & Fire
Teen Gunman Apprehended Months After Murdering Lifelong Friends From District Heights: Police
Police have apprehended a wanted gunman who shot and killed two Maryland teens who were lifelong friends during a triple shooting in Washington, DC nearly three months ago. On Thursday, Jan. 12, the Metropolitan Police Department announced that 19-year-old Southeast, DC resident Amarii Fontanelle has been charged with first-degree murder for his alleged role in the deaths of District Heights residents Reginald Cooper and Davonte Berkley, both 19, in October last year. According to an MPD spokesperson, shortly after 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 17, 2022, officers from the agency were called to …
Police & Fire
DC Man Accused Of Murdering Popular 18-Year-Old Maryland Cheerleader: Police
DC Police have apprehended a suspect in a shooting that killed a popular 18-year-old Maryland cheerleader and hospitalized two other teens over the summer, investigators announced on Tuesday, Dec. 13. Southwest, DC resident Celot Carr, 23, was arrested on a warrant on Tuesday and charged with first-degree murder while armed for his role in the fatal shooting of District Heights resident Kyndall Myers in June. The shooting happened shortly before 12:10 a.m. on Sunday, June 26 in the 800 block of Quincy Street in Northwest, DC. Metropolitan Police Fourth District officers responded to the …
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