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Former Staffer At Maryland School Sexually Abused Minors, Police Say Former Staffer At Maryland School Sexually Abused Minors, Police Say
Former Staffer At Maryland School Sexually Abused Minors, Police Say A former staff member at a Maryland juvenile facility is facing disturbing charges tied to a series of child sex abuse allegations stretching back nearly 50 years, police announced. Ronald Neverdon, 78, was arrested in Baltimore County on Wednesday, March 26, and charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse of a minor and third-degree sex offense, according to detectives with the Crimes Against Children Unit. Neverdon once worked at the Charles H. Hickey Jr. School, a state-run juvenile justice facility in Baltimore County. Police say the assaults happened between 1976 and 1988 but were on…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
$190K Fragrance Theft Ring Busted After Ulta Spree Across DMV: Police $190K Fragrance Theft Ring Busted After Ulta Spree Across DMV: Police
$190K Fragrance Theft Ring Busted After Ulta Spree Across DMV: Police Their scent trail finally ran cold. A high-end fragrance theft crew with ties to Washington, DC is off the streets after law enforcement agencies across Maryland and Virginia linked the suspects to a months-long, $190,000 retail crime spree at Ulta Beauty stores, authorities announced. The three-person crew — including two adults and a 17-year-old suspect — is accused of swiping tens of thousands of dollars in designer perfumes from stores across Fairfax, Montgomery, Prince William, Anne Arundel, and other areas. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, the group struck Ulta loca…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Juvenile Goes Postal, Torches Car With Burning Mail In Maryland: Fire Marshal Juvenile Goes Postal, Torches Car With Burning Mail In Maryland: Fire Marshal
Juvenile Goes Postal, Torches Car With Burning Mail In Maryland: Fire Marshal That’s one way to send a message. A juvenile in Maryland is accused of torching a car in Washington County using a flaming stack of mail, state fire investigators said. It happened around 4:40 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, outside a home on the 4200 block of Mills Road in Sharpsburg, according to the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Investigators say the juvenile ignited several pieces of mail and tossed them into the passenger compartment of a parked vehicle, triggering a blaze that scorched the inside of the car. Damage was estimated at $500. No one was hurt. It took five firef…

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by Zak Failla
News
Released Murder Suspect With Gang Ties Re-Arrested By ICE In Maryland Released Murder Suspect With Gang Ties Re-Arrested By ICE In Maryland
Released Murder Suspect With Gang Ties Re-Arrested By ICE In Maryland ​A known Venezuelan gang member accused of murder in Maryland was released from custody despite an active immigration detainer and now faces deportation, authorities said.​ Wilmer Antonio Echenique-Navarro, 22, of Capitol Heights, was arrested in April 2024, for the fatal shooting of 40-year-old Derek Coleman in Takoma Park.  Despite an active detainer from US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), he was released from Prince George’s County Department of Corrections custody, according to an ICE statement.​ Wilmer Echenique-Navarro ERO Baltimore On Tuesday, March 18, ICE’s…

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by Zak Failla
News
Grandmother Visiting From El Salvador For Funeral Killed In Maryland — Shooter Learns Fate Grandmother Visiting From El Salvador For Funeral Killed In Maryland — Shooter Learns Fate
Grandmother Visiting From El Salvador For Funeral Killed In Maryland — Shooter Learns Fate A grandmother visiting Maryland to mourn the loss of her grandson was gunned down in broad daylight in what prosecutors called a “cowardly act” — and now, her killer is going away for a long time. Troy Medley, 38, of Prince George’s County, has been sentenced to 85 years in prison for randomly shooting and killing 62-year-old Lidia Chinchilla DeCarrillo in Capitol Heights, according to State’s Attorney Aisha Braveboy. “This was our worst nightmare,” Braveboy said in a news conference announcing the sentencing. “To have someone shooting randomly with no regard is dangerous and jeopardized th…

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by Zak Failla
Business
Winning $500K 'Powerball Double Play' Ticket Sold At Harford County Liquor Store Winning $500K 'Powerball Double Play' Ticket Sold At Harford County Liquor Store
Winning $500K 'Powerball Double Play' Ticket Sold At Harford County Liquor Store Wednesday was a lucky day for Lottery players in Maryland - one in particular - who cashed in big on a $500,000 Powerball Double Play ticket sold at an area liquor store. The first second-tier Double Play winning ticket sold in 2025 remains days after the fateful drawing on a ticket that was sold at Carsins Run Liquors in the 3500 block of Churchville Road in Aberdeen. The winning Double Play numbers from the Monday, March 24 drawing were 02-54-59-65-68 with a Powerball of 03. On Monday, Maryland saw more than 12,000 players win prizes of between $4 and $200. Double Play is a se…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Teen Smash-Grab Gun Store Burglars Ram Building, Steal Weapons, Flee To Maryland, Police Say Teen Smash-Grab Gun Store Burglars Ram Building, Steal Weapons, Flee To Maryland, Police Say
Teen Smash-Grab Gun Store Burglars Ram Building, Steal Weapons, Flee To Maryland, Police Say A pair of teenage suspects are in custody after cops say they rammed a stolen truck into a Virginia gun store, swiped several firearms, then fled across state lines before being arrested. The suspects—both juveniles—were arrested on Monday, March 24, following a wild overnight heist that began just after 1:20 a.m. at Dominion Defense on Fullerton Road in Springfield, according to Fairfax County Police. Officers responded to a commercial burglary alarm and found the store’s front entrance smashed in and “multiple firearms stolen,” authorities said. Surveillance and investigative leads revea…

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by Zak Failla
News
MD Ranks Among Nation's Least-Stressed States, New Study Says: Here's Why MD Ranks Among Nation's Least-Stressed States, New Study Says: Here's Why
MD Ranks Among Nation's Least-Stressed States, New Study Says: Here's Why While most Americans are feeling the pressure — from rising costs to political uncertainty — residents in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic may be catching a bit of a break, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of the most stressed states in the US on Monday, Mar. 24. The findings suggest that despite national anxieties — like inflation, job instability, and healthcare access — many in the region are experiencing less day-to-day stress than much of the country. Connecticut ranked 42nd overall, placing it among the 10 least-stressed states. The Constitution State had …

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by Chris Spiker
News
MD Among 10 Most Innovative States, New Study Says: Here's Why MD Among 10 Most Innovative States, New Study Says: Here's Why
MD Among 10 Most Innovative States, New Study Says: Here's Why Several states in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic are setting the pace for US innovation by driving research, technology, and business growth, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 Most & Least Innovative States study on Wednesday, Mar. 19. The study evaluated all 50 states and Washington, DC, using 25 key factors, including STEM job concentration, research and development spending, and tech industry presence. Washington, DC, took WalletHub's top spot, driven by its high concentration of professionals in science, technology, engineering, and math. The nation's c…

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by Chris Spiker
News
These Maryland Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse In Baltimore These Maryland Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse In Baltimore
These Maryland Bridges Are At Risk Of Failure, NTSB Says After Key Bridge Collapse In Baltimore The catastrophic collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland is sparking national concern as federal investigators warn that nearly 70 other bridges across the country could face a similar fate. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on Thursday, March 20, recommended that 30 bridge owners conduct urgent vulnerability assessments after an investigation into the deadly collapse of the Key Bridge found it was nearly 30 times above the acceptable risk threshold for critical structures. Key Bridge collapse. Baltimore County PD According to the NTSB, 68 bri…

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by Zak Failla
News
Measles Cases Confirmed In Maryland Travelers Who Passed Through DC-Area Airports, Metro Measles Cases Confirmed In Maryland Travelers Who Passed Through DC-Area Airports, Metro
Measles Cases Confirmed In Maryland Travelers Who Passed Through Dc-area Airports, Metro Two Maryland residents who recently traveled internationally have tested positive for measles, prompting health officials to warn anyone who may have been exposed at busy transit hubs in the DMV region. The cases were confirmed in Prince George’s County residents who traveled together, the Maryland Department of Health confirmed on Thursday, March 20.  Officials say they are unrelated to a previously confirmed measles case in a Howard County resident or the ongoing outbreak in New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma. Health officials are working to identify people who may have been exposed, i…

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by Zak Failla
Schools
Hoax Explosive Device Found In Student’s Backpack At Maryland High School: Officials Hoax Explosive Device Found In Student’s Backpack At Maryland High School: Officials
Hoax Explosive Device Found In Student’s Backpack At Maryland High School: Officials A bomb squad rushed to a Maryland high school after reports of a possible explosive device inside a student’s backpack, authorities announced. The Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office said its Bomb Squad personnel responded to Boonsboro High School in Washington County after receiving information about a possible improvised explosive device on Wednesday, March 19. With assistance from the Washington County Sheriff's Office, the bomb squad arrived within 20 minutes of the initial report and determined that the suspected item was a hoax device.  The device was rendered safe, and explosi…

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by Zak Failla
Schools
Peeping Tom Hid Camera In University Of Maryland Dorm Bathroom: Police Peeping Tom Hid Camera In University Of Maryland Dorm Bathroom: Police
Peeping Tom Hid Camera In University Of Maryland Dorm Bathroom: Police A 19-year-old Maryland man turned himself in after police say he placed a hidden recording device inside a bathroom at a University of Maryland residence hall, officials announced. Noah Michael White, of Belcamp, turned himself in to the Department of Corrections in Upper Marlboro on Tuesday, March 18, after detectives identified him as the suspect in a voyeurism case on campus, according to University of Maryland Police (UMPD). The incident unfolded a week earlier on March 11 when a resident at Johnson-Whittle Hall in College Park discovered a portable recording device inside a single-use …

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Manhunt Underway For Suspect Who Tried To Kidnap Woman At Knifepoint In Maryland, Sheriff Says Manhunt Underway For Suspect Who Tried To Kidnap Woman At Knifepoint In Maryland, Sheriff Says
Manhunt Underway For Suspect Who Tried To Kidnap Woman At Knifepoint In Maryland, Sheriff Says A knife-wielding maniac is on the loose in Maryland, and police are urging residents to stay vigilant. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is on the hunt for an armed and dangerous suspect accused of trying to kidnap a woman in broad daylight before she managed to fight him off and escape. The attack happened around 3:30 p.m. on Monday, March 17, in the 28000 block of Old Village Road in Mechanicsville, officials said. According to investigators, the unknown man approached a woman, assaulted her, pulled a knife, and attempted to force her into his vehicle. But she wasn’t going without …

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by Zak Failla
News
Hero Neighbor Grabs Garden Hose, Saves Maryland Home From Fire, Officials Say Hero Neighbor Grabs Garden Hose, Saves Maryland Home From Fire, Officials Say
Hero Neighbor Grabs Garden Hose, Saves Maryland Home From Fire, Officials Say A Maryland man didn’t wait for the fire department to arrive when he saw his neighbor’s home in flames—he grabbed a garden hose and took matters into his own hands, officials said. The fire broke out around 6:45 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, at a two-story home on Candice Drive in Port Deposit, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office.  The blaze started on the rear porch due to an electrical failure. Before firefighters arrived, a neighbor spotted the flames and immediately jumped into action.  Using a garden hose, officials said he managed to contain the fire long e…

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by Zak Failla
News
Leashed Dog Mauls 4-Year-Old At Harford County Playground: Sheriff Leashed Dog Mauls 4-Year-Old At Harford County Playground: Sheriff
Leashed Dog Mauls 4-Year-Old At Harford County Playground: Sheriff A 4-year-old Maryland boy is recovering after being attacked by a leashed dog at a playground while his father watched, officials said. The Harford County Animal Control Unit is actively investigating the attack, which happened around 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11, near Mayfield Drive and Marcie Court in Bel Air, according to the Harford County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities say the boy and his father were at the playground when, for reasons still unknown, a German Shepherd mix on a leash suddenly turned violent. The boy suffered serious injuries and was rushed to the hospital by Harford Co…

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by Zak Failla
Weather
Tornado Watch Issued For Maryland, Virginia As Severe Storms Loom Tornado Watch Issued For Maryland, Virginia As Severe Storms Loom
Tornado Watch Issued For Maryland, Virginia As Severe Storms Loom A tornado watch has been issued in parts of Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania as a storm is expected to roll through the area on Sunday. The National Weather Service issued alerts on March 16 as meteorologists prepare for another round of storms that could cause chaos in the DMV region. According to officials, a couple of tornadoes are possible, as well as hail the size of a quarter and winds approaching 70 mph in parts of the area. A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia until 7 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/TdXF7vQl8S — NWS Tornado (…

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by Zak Failla
News
MD Gets More Federal Funding Than Most Northeast States, New Study Says MD Gets More Federal Funding Than Most Northeast States, New Study Says
MD Gets More Federal Funding Than Most Northeast States, New Study Says Some states in the Northeast and mid-Atlantic rely heavily on federal dollars, while others send far more to Washington than they get back, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Most & Least Federally Dependent States on Monday, Mar. 10. The study ranked all 50 states based on metrics like return on federal taxes paid, federal funding as a share of state revenue, and the percentage of federal jobs. The report showed a sharp divide in federal dependency across the US, with many Democratic-leaning states contributing more in taxes than they receive a…

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by Chris Spiker
News
MD Among 10 Best States For Supporting Immigrants, New Study Says: Here's Why MD Among 10 Best States For Supporting Immigrants, New Study Says: Here's Why
MD Among 10 Best States For Supporting Immigrants, New Study Says: Here's Why A new study says some mid-Atlantic states are among the nation's leaders for having the best conditions for immigrants. Virginia ranked No. 1 as the most welcoming state for immigrants, while Arizona was named the worst, according to the study from SmileHub. The report evaluated states on 17 key factors, including the share of immigrants, job opportunities, and legal protections. The study was released as concerns rise over the Trump administration's crackdown on undocumented migrants, which is also increasing fears among immigrants legally in the US. "Over 51 million immigrants live …

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Recall Issued For 75,000 Bottles Of Popular Creamer Due To Health Hazards Recall Issued For 75,000 Bottles Of Popular Creamer Due To Health Hazards
Recall Issued For 75,000 Bottles Of Popular Creamer Due To Health Hazards A popular coffee creamer has been recalled due to potential health risks, affecting thousands of bottles distributed across 31 states. International Delight has voluntarily recalled over 75,000 bottles of its coffee creamer after reports of spoilage and illness from consumers, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The recall, initiated on Friday, Feb. 21, was classified as Class II by the FDA on Wednesday, March 12 — indicating that while health risks are not life-threatening, they could cause temporary or medically reversible issues. The recall affects two flavors of Int…

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by Joe Lombardi
Police & Fire
Former Harford County Detective Secretly Filmed, Sexually Exploited Children: DOJ Former Harford County Detective Secretly Filmed, Sexually Exploited Children: DOJ
Former Harford County Detective Secretly Filmed, Sexually Exploited Children: DOJ A longtime Maryland sheriff’s detective who once investigated domestic violence cases is now the one in cuffs, accused of sexually exploiting two children and secretly recording them, federal authorities announced. Ryan Christopher Hall, 50, of Woodstock, spent 27 years with the Harford County Sheriff’s Office before the feds slapped him with a 10-count indictment for allegedly abusing two minors between May 2017 and October 2024, according to the US Attorney’s Office. Prosecutors say Hall installed cameras to produce child sexual abuse material and possessed explicit recordings of his vict…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Toddler Killed In Maryland Crash Was 'Fireball' With Zest For Life, Family Says Toddler Killed In Maryland Crash Was 'Fireball' With Zest For Life, Family Says
Toddler Killed In Maryland Crash Was 'Fireball' With Zest For Life, Family Says Zoey Rose Marie Harrison was a bold, fearless, and loving little girl who had a way of lighting up any room she walked into before her unexpected death in Maryland, her family said.  Known affectionately as "ZoZo Ru" or "Moo Moo," the 3-year-old’s infectious energy and radiant smile brought joy to everyone who knew her until a fatal crash claimed her life. Now, her family is left grieving the unimaginable, after a police pursuit ended in a devastating crash in Capitol Heights that took Zoey’s life and injured her mother. Zoey's grandmother, Gina M. Pryor, remembers the little routines…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Fatal Maryland Crash Leaves Family Struggling To Bring Loved One Home To California Fatal Maryland Crash Leaves Family Struggling To Bring Loved One Home To California
Fatal Maryland Crash Leaves Family Struggling To Bring Loved One Home To California The family of a Maryland man killed in a tragic head-on crash is asking for help to bring him home to California, where his mother longs to lay him to rest. Sehirbie Rouse, 36, of Brentwood, was behind the wheel on Friday, Feb. 28, when his car veered into oncoming traffic on Tuxedo Road in Hyattsville, leading to a fatal collision, Prince George’s County Police said. Rouse was rushed to the hospital, but he did not survive. The other driver suffered minor injuries. Now, in the aftermath of the tragedy, his grieving family is struggling to bring his body home to Long Beach, California, whe…

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by Zak Failla
News
MD Helps Reach Major 2025 EV Target In Decade-Long Clean Energy Push MD Helps Reach Major 2025 EV Target In Decade-Long Clean Energy Push
MD Helps Reach Major 2025 EV Target In Decade-Long Clean Energy Push A group of states has reached its collective goal to get more drivers to use electric vehicles by 2025. More than 3.3 million EVs are now registered across the ten states, the Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management said in a news release on Monday, Mar. 10. The group includes Connecticut, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and New York. Ten governors signed a memorandum of understanding in 2013, aiming to reach the 3.3 million mark by 2025. At the time, just 87,506 electric cars were on the road in those states. The new report confirmed that as of Tu…

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Free Italian Ice Giveaway Celebrates Spring's Arrival: Here's How To Get Yours Free Italian Ice Giveaway Celebrates Spring's Arrival: Here's How To Get Yours
Free Italian Ice Giveaway Celebrates Spring's Arrival: Here's How To Get Yours An Italian ice company well-known throughout the mid-Atlantic is helping you begin spring with a cool treat. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard will hand out free six-ounce Italian ices at all of its locations, the company said in a news release on Monday, Mar. 10. It will happen on Thursday, Mar. 20, which is also the first day of spring. The one-day giveaway is a long-standing celebration for the popular frozen treat chain, which expects to serve around one million cups of Italian ice during the event. "Rita's First Day of Spring Giveaway has been more than just a tradition — i…

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by Chris Spiker
Schools
Two Students Die From Flu Amid Statewide Surge Of Cases In Maryland (DEVELOPING) Two Students Die From Flu Amid Statewide Surge Of Cases In Maryland (DEVELOPING)
Two Students Die From Flu Amid Statewide Surge Of Cases In Maryland (Developing) Two elementary school students in Maryland have died from the flu, officials confirmed. In Prince George's County, two young children died amid a recent rise in flu cases across the state, prompting the Health Department issuing an alert. The students attended CMIT North Elementary School in Laurel and John Bayne Elementary School in Capitol Heights, according to NBC. "Our school communities are feeling the impact of a nationwide rise in flu cases, with increasing numbers across the county and outbreaks in several of our schools," Superintendent Millard House II wrote to the community. "T…

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by Zak Failla
Business
$392K Winning 'Fast Play' Ticket Sold At Maryland Gas Station $392K Winning 'Fast Play' Ticket Sold At Maryland Gas Station
$392K Winning 'Fast Play' Ticket Sold At Maryland Gas Station A tank of gas and a bucket load of cash, is what one lucky customer went home with after a recent trip to a Southern Maryland gas station, according to Lottery officials. Officials confirmed that a jackpot-winning Lottery ticket worth nearly $400,000 was sold at a Maryland gas station. A FAST PLAY ticket sold at Lusby Market Exxon in the 11800 block of HG Trueman Road in Calvert County is burning a hole in a local residents pocket after winning a $392,970 progressive jackpot playing Fat Wallet ticket on Friday, March 7. The $10 ticket has a progressive jackpot that starts at $70,000 a…

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by Zak Failla
News
MD Ranked Among Top States For Women, New Study Says: Here's Why MD Ranked Among Top States For Women, New Study Says: Here's Why
MD Ranked Among Top States For Women, New Study Says: Here's Why Women in several Northeast states have some of the best opportunities in the country, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of Best & Worst States for Women on Monday, Mar. 3. The study's release also ties into International Women's Day, which is on Saturday, Mar. 8. All 50 states and Washington, DC, were rated across 25 key metrics. The statistics measured economic opportunities, healthcare quality, and safety for women. The findings highlight stark disparities nationwide, with some states offering significantly better conditions for women than othe…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
Children Hid Upstairs Calling 911 As Armed Teens Broke Into Maryland Home: Sheriff Children Hid Upstairs Calling 911 As Armed Teens Broke Into Maryland Home: Sheriff
Children Hid Upstairs Calling 911 As Armed Teens Broke Into Maryland Home: Sheriff A terrifying home invasion in Maryland sent two juveniles scrambling for safety as armed intruders shattered a glass door and barged inside, all while security cameras rolled, officials said. It happened around March 3 in the 11400 block of Leland Place in Waldorf, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. Two young residents were upstairs when they heard the break-in, prompting them to frantically call 911 and report that someone had just entered their home. By the time officers arrived, the suspects had already fled. A parent arrived home shortly after and reviewed the home secu…

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by Zak Failla
News
ICE Arrests International Gang Leader With Terrorist Affiliation In Maryland ICE Arrests International Gang Leader With Terrorist Affiliation In Maryland
ICE Arrests International Gang Leader With Terrorist Affiliation In Maryland A notorious MS-13 leader with international ties has been captured in Maryland, where he was in the country illegally, federal officials announced. David Alejandro Orellana-Aleman, 27, was arrested in Hyattsville last week in a joint operation between US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the FBI. A high-ranking leader of the transnational MS-13 gang, Orellana-Aleman was wanted in El Salvador for firearm possession, extortion, and terrorist affiliation, according to ICE officials. “The apprehension of David Alejandro Orellana-Aleman strikes a significant blow to the leadership a…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
$700K Lost In Massive Garage Fire At Maryland Home, Officials Say $700K Lost In Massive Garage Fire At Maryland Home, Officials Say
$700K Lost In Massive Garage Fire At Maryland Home, Officials Say A devastating fire tore through a large attached garage in Maryland, destroying $700,000 worth of property, officials said. The blaze erupted shortly before 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 2, at a single-family home on Sennett Road, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal. Fire investigators said the fire started on a workbench inside the 40' x 80' garage, where several electronic appliances and lithium-ion batteries were stored. By the time more than two dozen firefighters from the Denton Volunteer Fire Company brought the fire under control 40 minutes later, the garage had been complete…

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by Zak Failla