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VP For MD & PA Acts Retirement-Life Communities Caused The Crash That Killed Him: DA VP For MD & PA Acts Retirement-Life Communities Caused The Crash That Killed Him: DA
VP For MD & PA Acts Retirement-Life Communities Caused The Crash That Killed Him: DA New information released for numerous serious Lehigh County crashes included surprising details about the death of a CEO who worked in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Stephen "Steve" La Pierre, 66, of Upper Macungie Township, sideswiped Judith Crossley of Upper Macungie Township's vehicle as she was going east on West Tilghman Street in Allentown, about to turn onto Werley Road, as Daily Voice previously reported. He continued to strike a curb, cross all lanes on Tilghman Street before hitting a lamp pole, and became airborne around 10:37 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 5. "An investigation into this cras…
Father Killed In Maryland Motorcycle Crash Remembered For Laughter, 'Vibrant Soul' Father Killed In Maryland Motorcycle Crash Remembered For Laughter, 'Vibrant Soul'
Father Killed In Maryland Motorcycle Crash Remembered For Laughter, 'Vibrant Soul' Friends and family are trying to keep the memory alive of a beloved father who was killed riding his motorcycle in Prince George's County. Waldorf resident Samuel Hinton was tragically killed after being involved in a crash with a sedan while crossing through a Forestville intersection over the weekend.  The crash was reported at around 1 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Donnell Drive, where there was a reported crash involving Hinton. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Southbound Pennsylvania Ave is closed from Walters Ln to Donnell Dr. Please …
Family, Friends Shell-Shocked After Maryland Grandmother Of Eight Killed In Virginia Carjacking Family, Friends Shell-Shocked After Maryland Grandmother Of Eight Killed In Virginia Carjacking
Family, Friends Shell-Shocked After Maryland Grandmother Of Eight Killed In Virginia Carjacking A beloved Maryland grandmother of eight and mother to four children who spent part of her life dedicating herself to healthcare services in Virginia left a family reeling after she was killed in a carjacking. Silver Spring resident Melody Waldecker, 54, was involved in a fatal carjacking this week in Sterling by Jose Aguilar-Martinez where she was killed by her own vehicle, police say. Now, friends and well-wishers in the community are coming together in support of her family, which is stunned days after she was identified as the victim by police. "Losing a mother (or) grand…
Police ID 34-Year-Old Found Shot To Death Backyard Of Townhome In Maryland Police ID 34-Year-Old Found Shot To Death Backyard Of Townhome In Maryland
Police ID 34-Year-Old Found Shot To Death Backyard Of Townhome In Maryland A family in Maryland is in shock after a 34-year-old man was killed in the backyard of an Anne Arundel townhome over the weekend.  Severn resident Keion McKinney was found shot to death late on Friday afternoon outside of a home in what police believe to be a targeted incident. Officers from the Anne Arundel County Police Department were called shortly before 7:20 p.m. on Friday, June 14 to the 1600 block of Meade Village Circle in Severn, where there was a reported shooting with a man down behind a building. McKinney was pronounced dead at the scene and a homicide investigation was l…
Tributes, Donations Pour In After Unexpected Death Of Beloved Maryland Dad Of 3 At 31 Tributes, Donations Pour In After Unexpected Death Of Beloved Maryland Dad Of 3 At 31
Tributes, Donations Pour In After Unexpected Death Of Beloved Maryland Dad Of 3 At 31 Tributes and donations are pouring in following the unexpected death of a beloved Maryland dad of three. Daniel William Sears died Friday, Feb. 9, his obituary says. He was 31. Daniel attended Lansdowne High School and worked in the construction industry, according to his Facebook page. He lived in Baltimore at the time of his passing. Daniel is survived by his cherished parents, Thomas and Sandra Sears; his three loving children, Breanna, Kya, and Aubrey; his caring sister, Nicole and her spouse William; and many extended family members and close friends. Meanwhile, just under $5,000 had…
Three Shot Leaving Prince George's County Funeral While Riding In Van, Police Say (DEVELOPING) Three Shot Leaving Prince George's County Funeral While Riding In Van, Police Say (DEVELOPING)
Three Shot Leaving Prince George's County Funeral While Riding In Van, Police Say (Developing) A day of mourning turned tragic for a family after a shooting outside a Maryland cemetery on Friday afternoon. Officers from the Prince George's County Police Department were called to a stretch of Sheriff Road in Landover at around 2 p.m. on Friday, not far from the National Harmony Memorial Park cemetery.  Police say that three adults were shot while driving in a van that was leaving a funeral. They were all treated and evaluated for injuries considered not to be life-threatening. The search for the shooting suspect is ongoing. While officers canvas the area, Sheriff Road is closed …
Procession Planned For Fallen Baltimore Firefighter Rodney Pitts III On Friday Procession Planned For Fallen Baltimore Firefighter Rodney Pitts III On Friday
Procession Planned For Fallen Baltimore Firefighter Rodney Pitts III On Friday The Baltimore County Police Department is cautioning motorists that there will be traffic disruptions on Friday as the fire department prepares for the funeral procession of firefighter Rodney Pitts, who died in the line of duty. On Thursday, Oct. 19, Pitts was killed battling a massive blaze in Northwest Baltimore that also claimed the life of Lt. Dillon Rinaldo, who died days after the fast-moving fatal fire at an area hospital. According to officials, the funeral procession is planned to begin at 8:45 a.m. from the funeral home to Cathedral of Mary Our Queen on North Charles Street in B…
Man Dies Playing Soccer In Maryland, Loved Ones Say Man Dies Playing Soccer In Maryland, Loved Ones Say
Man Dies Playing Soccer In Maryland, Loved Ones Say Akindeji Agarah died doing what he loved. Agarah, 29, was playing soccer on Sunday, Aug. 6 — a game in which he scored a goal — when he fell and started gasping for breath, according to a campaign launched by loved ones. Attempts from his teammates, paramedics, and doctors to save him were futile.  The GoFundMe created to assist with funeral expenses had raised $22,700 as of Monday, Aug. 21. "Akindeji was an angel on earth," said Oyindamola Agarah, who organized the fundraiser. "His humility was next to none. He was a respectful gentleman who loved deeply and made sure everyone …
Mass Shooting At 20-Year-Old Man's Pittsburgh Funeral: Police Mass Shooting At 20-Year-Old Man's Pittsburgh Funeral: Police
Mass Shooting At 20-Year-Old Man's Pittsburgh Funeral: Police At least six people were shot during a funeral for a 20-year-old man in Pittsburgh, on Friday, Oct. 28, police say.  The funeral was for John Hornezes Jr. who was among three people shot dead near a bus stop Pittsburgh's North Side on Oct. 15. Hornezes was believed to have been the target of the shooting according to the police.  The funeral was being held at Destiny of Faith Church located at 3700 block of Brighton Road when the first five shots rang out, followed by another 15 rounds around 12:04 p.m.,  Commander Richard Ford told the press around 2 p.m. One person wa…
Funeral Arrangements Set, Traffic Advisory Issued For Maryland Sheriff's Deputy Funeral Arrangements Set, Traffic Advisory Issued For Maryland Sheriff's Deputy
Funeral Arrangements Set, Traffic Advisory Issued For Maryland Sheriff's Deputy Funeral details for the Anne Arundel County Sheriff's Deputy who suffered a heart attack after arriving for duty have been released, authorities say. Services for Deputy Scott C. McArdle will be held on Friday, Aug. 19 at the Saint John Neumann Church located at 620 N. Bestgate Road in Annapolis at 10:30 a.m., according to the Anne Arundel County Police Department.  Law enforcement personnel from across the state are expected to honor the life and service of Deputy McArdle who died of a heart attack on Sunday, Aug. 14.  Deputy McArdle joined the Sheriff’s Office in October 2…
Baltimore Baby Girl Chayse Holbrook Dies At 7 Weeks Baltimore Baby Girl Chayse Holbrook Dies At 7 Weeks
Baltimore Baby Girl Chayse Holbrook Dies At 7 Weeks A Baltimore infant passed away at only 7 weeks old, according to a fundraiser created to support her family. Chayse Alayah Holbrook was a blessing of light and smiles that was lost just as her life was beginning, the campaign says.  Her family is asking for support to help with funeral costs after the unexpected loss, the GoFundMe states. A service will be held at the March Life Tribute Center in Windsor Mill on Saturday July 2 at 2 p.m., according to her obituary.  To donate to the family's GoFundMe, click here. 
Virginia Man Slain Days After Daughter Dies In I-95 Crash Virginia Man Slain Days After Daughter Dies In I-95 Crash
Virginia Man Slain Days After Daughter Dies In I-95 Crash Ciera Berry's family had to do the unthinkable recently and begin planning the 28-year-old, mother of nine's funeral after she died in a fiery car crash. Less than a week later, they were struck with another tragedy.  Berry, of Triangle, died when her Nissan clipped another car on Interstate 95 while changing lanes on May 9. The impact sent her car careening into another and then off the road.  Witnesses pulled her passenger out of the vehicle, but Berry was trapped inside the burning car. She died at the scene, WTOP said.  Her father, Miles Hall, 52, was shot to death in a …
Murdered Baltimore Mother Of Two 'Cut Down In The Prime' Of Her Life Murdered Baltimore Mother Of Two 'Cut Down In The Prime' Of Her Life
Murdered Baltimore Mother Of Two 'Cut Down In The Prime' Of Her Life Brittany Keyser was known for many things: a mother, sister and friend to name a few. So when news broke of her untimely death, people took to social media to remember the 30-year-old mother of two.  "She used to be in our youth group," one Facebook user wrote. "She was a very sweet young lady, very helpful at youth group. It’s so sad to see young people cut down in the prime of their life."  I’m sad to read on Facebook tonight that a young woman named Brittany Keyser was murdered over the weekend. She used to... Posted by Barbara Smith on Tuesday, April 19, 2022 Brittany Keyser was sh…