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Maryland Man Fatally Shot In Garage By Acquaintance, Police Say Maryland Man Fatally Shot In Garage By Acquaintance, Police Say
Maryland Man Fatally Shot In Garage By Acquaintance, Police Say Prince George’s County Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 57-year-old man in a garage on Tuesday morning. Officers responded to the 14200 block of Barenton Drive at approximately 8:55 a.m. on Nov. 19 for reports of a shooting, where they found Joseph Campbell of Upper Marlboro suffering from gunshot wounds inside the garage.  He was pronounced dead at the scene. According to police, the preliminary investigation revealed that Campbell and the man who shot him were known to each other, though the suspect remains at large and has not been charged as of Wednesday afternoon.…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Man Found Stabbed To Death Inside Maryland Home Identified By Police Man Found Stabbed To Death Inside Maryland Home Identified By Police
Man Found Stabbed To Death Inside Maryland Home Identified By Police Police have identified the 27-year-old man who was found stabbed to death inside a Prince George's County home on Friday night. Officers were called at around 10:10 p.m. on Sept. 13 to the 4400 block of 23rd Parkway in Temple Hills to investigate a stabbing, where they found Armengo-Angeles' body. According to the Prince George's County Police Department, first responders rushed Armengo-Angeles' to an area hospital, where he later died. Police say that detectives have identified the person involved and are working with the state's attorney's office as the investigation continued. Pot…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Alcohol May Have Been Contributing Factor For Pedestrian Killed In Maryland Crash, Sheriff Says Alcohol May Have Been Contributing Factor For Pedestrian Killed In Maryland Crash, Sheriff Says
Alcohol May Have Been Contributing Factor For Pedestrian Killed In Maryland Crash, Sheriff Says Alcohol is believed to have been a factor for the pedestrian killed in an overnight Calvert County crash that left an unknown man dead at an area hospital, according to the sheriff's office. Shortly after 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, deputies were called to the area of northbound Solomons Island Road and Church Street in Prince Frederick, where there was a reported crash involving a pedestrian who was down. According to the Charles County Sheriff's Office, the preliminary investigation determined that a 2017 Hyundai Accent being driven by 23-year-old St. Leonard resident Asaun Jaziah Hudso…

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Police Investigating Deadly Labor Day Shooting In Montgomery County (DEVELOPING) Police Investigating Deadly Labor Day Shooting In Montgomery County (DEVELOPING)
Police Investigating Deadly Labor Day Shooting In Montgomery County (Developing) One person was killed in a Montgomery County shooting on Monday morning, police say. Officers were called at around 11 a.m. on Sept. 2 to the 8020 block of 13th Street in Silver Spring, where there was a reported shooting not far from the DC border. Police say that a man was found at the scene, and he was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. Investigators said "the scene is secured."  More information is expected to be released. PIO is en route. Media staging area to be determined. #MCPNews #MCPD — Montgomery County Department of Police (@mcpnews) September 2, 2024 …

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by Zak Failla
Traffic
Maryland State Police ID MA, NJ Women Killed In Crash, Virginia Victim Airlifted To Hospital Maryland State Police ID MA, NJ Women Killed In Crash, Virginia Victim Airlifted To Hospital
Maryland State Police ID MA, NJ Women Killed In Crash, Virginia Victim Airlifted To Hospital Two people were killed and a third was airlifted to the hospital on Wednesday afternoon following a multi-vehicle crash in Charles County, state police confirmed. On Thursday, police said that Norma Matthews, 81, of Lowell, Massachusetts, and Virginia Licata, 86, of Blackwood, NJ, have been identified as the pair killed in a crash on July 24 that shut down Route 301 for hours. The other driver, King George, Virginia resident Caitlynn Connell, 28, was also flown by Maryland State Police helicopter to Capital Region Medical Center for treatment of her injuries. According to police, shor…

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by Zak Failla
News
Attempted Armed Robber Killed By Would-Be Victim's Vehicle In Maryland: Police Attempted Armed Robber Killed By Would-Be Victim's Vehicle In Maryland: Police
Attempted Armed Robber Killed By Would-Be Victim's Vehicle In Maryland: Police A robbery suspect was struck and killed by his would-be victim who ran him over outside a home in Prince George's County, police say. An investigation has been launched in Upper Marlboro, as detectives probe the death of a person on Friday morning after the driver alerted police that an armed robbery was thwarted and one person was injured.  According to the Prince George's County Police Department, at approximately 12:50 a.m. on June 14, officers responded to a gas station in the 9200 block of Crain Highway, where a man advised that he had just been the victim of an attempted armed ro…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Woman Who Died In Maryland House Fire Searching For Cats Remembered As Loving Mother Woman Who Died In Maryland House Fire Searching For Cats Remembered As Loving Mother
Woman Who Died In Maryland House Fire Searching For Cats Remembered As Loving Mother A woman who lost her life in a fire while searching for the family's beloved cats in Maryland is being remembered by friends and family who are reeling from her death. Amy Appleby-Harris, 58, was recovering from surgery in their Salisbury home on Saturday, Feb. 17 when a fire broke out in the second-floor master bedroom in the 26000 block of Quantico Creek Road. At approximately 0910 this morning, Stations 5, 9, 16, 2, and 74 were alerted for a structure fire in the 26300 block of... Posted by Hebron Volunteer Fire Department on Saturday, February 17, 2024 Her longtime husband was …

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by Zak Failla
Police & Fire
Homeowner's Son Possibly Killed In Maryland Shed Blaze: Fire Marshal Homeowner's Son Possibly Killed In Maryland Shed Blaze: Fire Marshal
Homeowner's Son Possibly Killed In Maryland Shed Blaze: Fire Marshal A man was found dead inside a burning shed overnight in St. Mary's County, the Maryland Fire Marshal announced. An investigation has been launched to determine the cause of a shed fire that claimed the life of a man on Friday, Feb. 16 living with his parents in Avenue.  Officials say that shortly after 11 p.m. crews from the Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department were called to a home on River Springs Road, when the homeowner found their shed ablaze with a person still possibly inside. The flames were knocked down within minutes, and inside, firefighters confirmed that a pers…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Jennifer Kassakatis Geilfuss Of Carroll County Dies, 44 Jennifer Kassakatis Geilfuss Of Carroll County Dies, 44
Jennifer Kassakatis Geilfuss Of Carroll County Dies, 44 Carroll County mom Jennifer Kassakatis Geilfuss died at home on Thursday, Feb. 1, according to her obituary on the Zumbrun Funeral Home website. She was 44 years old. Jennifer was born in Texas but graduated from Liberty High School in Eldersburg, then settled in Westminster, her obituary says. She considered being a mother to her son, Cody, her "most important and precious role," her obituary reads. In addition to being a caring mother, Jennifer was being remembered for her contagious laugh, love of the beach, and giving nature. This breaks my heart so much! God received an…

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by Cecilia Levine
Obituaries
Community Mourning Father, Business Owner From Anne Arundel Lost At Sea, 41 Community Mourning Father, Business Owner From Anne Arundel Lost At Sea, 41
Community Mourning Father, Business Owner From Anne Arundel Lost At Sea, 41 Community support is on the rise for an Anne Arundel family after the death of a beloved father and business owner who passed away at sea. Clifton “Brooks” Leight, Jr., of Severna Park, died Saturday, Dec. 23, his obituary says. He was 41. Brooks grew up in Rock Hall on Maryland’s Easter Shore and later earned his Master Electrician license. He then launched Leight Electric, an electrical contracting company that he operated with pride until he passed. Brooks was known for his ability to form meaningful and lasting connections with others in both his personal and professional life. …

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by Valerie Musson
Obituaries
Penn State Grad Found Dead In Los Angeles: Coroner Penn State Grad Found Dead In Los Angeles: Coroner
Penn State Grad Found Dead In Los Angeles: Coroner A 25-year-old Pennsylvania man and PSU grad was found dead in his Los Angeles County, California apartment, authorities say.  Elias 'Eli' Crone was found dead of asphyxia caused by hanging at 9:09 a.m. on Monday, July 31, 2023, according to the LA County Coroner's officer.  Eli was born in Wrightsville on June 8, 1998, authorities say. He studied at Lancaster Catholic High School where he played baseball and football, which he previously shared on social media.  He went on to graduate as a member of the class of 2020 at Penn State University, according to social media. He worked at El Serr…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Varsity Soccer Played Killed In Fairfax County Drug Robbery Was 'Fiercely Loyal' Varsity Soccer Played Killed In Fairfax County Drug Robbery Was 'Fiercely Loyal'
Varsity Soccer Played Killed In Fairfax County Drug Robbery Was 'Fiercely Loyal' A memorial fund has been created for one of two victims who died in a Fairfax County drug-related robbery. As of Tuesday, June 6, more than $4,800 had been raised on a GoFundMe for Braden Deahl, a senior and varsity soccer player at Washington Liberty High School. Services for the other victim of the May 29 incident, Jonas Skinner, were being handled by Loudoun Funeral Chapel. Deahl had been recruited to attend and play soccer for St. Mary's College of Maryland, and was being remembered as a "fiercely loyal" friend and teammate. "He was described by coaches as having the heart o…

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by Cecilia Levine
Obituaries
Family Vows To Get Justice For Beloved Mother Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash In MD Family Vows To Get Justice For Beloved Mother Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash In MD
Family Vows To Get Justice For Beloved Mother Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash In MD Two cars overturned in a multi-vehicle crash in St. Mary’s County that left a woman dead on Wednesday afternoon and a family grieving. The deadly scene played out shortly before 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday, May 31, when Michael Anthony Carlucci, 48, of Waldorf, was driving his 2020 Corvette near the intersection of Mt. Zion Church Road and Church Road in Mechanicsville setting off a three-car crash involving Lusby resident Jaleisa Wilcox. According to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called to the crash scene on Wednesday afternoon, where they found the three involved vehic…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Baltimore Native Lance Reddick, Star Of 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' Dies At 60 Baltimore Native Lance Reddick, Star Of 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' Dies At 60
Baltimore Native Lance Reddick, Star Of 'The Wire,' 'John Wick' Dies At 60 Best known for portraying a hard-nosed police lieutenant from his hometown city on The Wire, Baltimore native Lance Reddick has reportedly died at the age of 60. Multiple outlets have reported that the John Wick star died from natural causes, days after he was forced to pull out of the New York City premiere of the latest film from the franchise during a press tour. His body was reportedly found in his Studio City home in California. TMZ was the first to report his death. While best known for his roles on the big and small screen, Reddick also made a name for himself among gamers, actin…

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by Zak Failla
News
Missing Pennsylvania Man Found Dead In Delaware: Authorities Missing Pennsylvania Man Found Dead In Delaware: Authorities
Missing Pennsylvania Man Found Dead In Delaware: Authorities A Red Lion 38-year-old man who had been missing for five days was found dead in Delaware, authorities say. Daniel Hesketh left his home on the 100 block of 1st Avenue in Red Lion Borough on January 13 around 10 p.m. and was last seen in Colerain Township, Lancaster County around noon the following day. He was a white 2008 Volkswagen Jetta with a Pennsylvania Registration of LFZ8544. The car had damage to the driver's side and one front tire is replaced with a small spare tire, according to police. He was found in New Castle County, Delaware on January 19 by Delaware state police, Penn…

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by Jillian Pikora
Police & Fire
Fatal Christmas Fall Through Icy Pond Kills 19-Year-Old Man In Virginia Fatal Christmas Fall Through Icy Pond Kills 19-Year-Old Man In Virginia
Fatal Christmas Fall Through Icy Pond Kills 19-Year-Old Man In Virginia A 19-year-old men fell to his death through an icy pond in Prince William County on Christmas Eve, authorities said. Fire and rescue officials found the man in a pond near the 6000 block of Erinblair Loop in the Piedmont community in Haymarket just before 10 p.m., police tell Daily Voice. The victim was recovered by firefighters and taken to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said. There were no indications of foul play. Video taken by Ken Kocher on Twitter shows firetrucks and police cars at the scene. So sad. We drove by the scene last night after hearing the si…

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by Cecilia Levine
Police & Fire
74-Year-Old Man Reported Missing In Maryland Found Dead In River, Police Say (UPDATED) 74-Year-Old Man Reported Missing In Maryland Found Dead In River, Police Say (UPDATED)
74-Year-Old Man Reported Missing In Maryland Found Dead In River, Police Say (Updated) The tale of a 74-year-old man reported missing in Prince George’s County has ended in tragedy as he was found dead, police announced. An alert was issued on Sunday, Dec. 4 regarding Johnnie Bouknight, who had last been seen at approximately 10 a.m. the day before in the 1200 block of Merganser Court in Upper Marlboro. At the time, police only described Bouknight as being 6-foot-1 and weighing 165 pounds with a blue sweatsuit, black zip-up jacket, black sneakers, and a black ball cap. However, shortly before 12:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 5, the Prince George's Police Department made an announ…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Maryland Mourns Death Of Longtime Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin High, 78 Maryland Mourns Death Of Longtime Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin High, 78
Maryland Mourns Death Of Longtime Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin High, 78 Maryland is mourning the loss of longtime Prince George's County Sheriff Melvin High, who died at the age of 78. High, who has been the sheriff since December 2010, has a lengthy career in law enforcement that dates back to 1969 when he joined the Metropolitan Police Department before eventually making his way to Maryland. Officials said that High began feeling ill and checked himself into the hospital before unexpectedly dying. His cause of death has not been confirmed by the sheriff's office. Prince George's County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy remembered High as “a supporter, an advi…

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by Zak Failla
Obituaries
Baltimore's Kailah Marie Allen Dies At 25 Baltimore's Kailah Marie Allen Dies At 25
Baltimore's Kailah Marie Allen Dies At 25 A fundraiser has been launched after the death of a 25-year-old Baltimore woman. Kailah Marie Allen passed away on Friday, Nov. 11 after "fighting inner battles". A GoFundMe was launched to help support her family and lay her to rest. Money from the fundraiser will go toward funeral costs to help alleviate struggles faced by Kailah's family after her sudden death. "If you could find it in your heart to help lay Kailah to rest by donating, my Aunt would truly appreciate it", announced Susan Mayfield and Cyndi Heinecke. "Any amount is helpful during this time of need- especially right b…

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by Annie DeVoe
Obituaries
Community Mourns After Death Of Veteran Rockville County Police Lieutenant Alan Rawlins Community Mourns After Death Of Veteran Rockville County Police Lieutenant Alan Rawlins
Community Mourns After Death Of Veteran Rockville County Police Lieutenant Alan Rawlins A beloved former member of the Rockville Police Department has passed away, announced officials.  Former Lieutenant Alan Rawlins died in the early morning morning hours of Wednesday, Oct. 5, according to the Rockville Police Department. Rawlins serviced with the RCPD for 27 years, from April 1986 until July 2013. Even after his retirement, he remained a friend and devoted member of the Rockville community. It is with sadness we announce the passing of former RCPD Lieutenant Alan Rawlins early this morning. Lt. Rawlins was hired in April 1986 & retired in July 2013 after 27 years of…

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by Annie DeVoe
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Teen With 'Kind And Bright Soul Who Lit Up A Room' Remembered After Maryland Drowning Teen With 'Kind And Bright Soul Who Lit Up A Room' Remembered After Maryland Drowning
Teen With 'Kind And Bright Soul Who Lit Up A Room' Remembered After Maryland Drowning A community is remembering the "kind and bright soul" who lost his life in a tragic drowning accident in Towson last weekend, according to a GoFundMe made to support the teen's family. Jayden Isaiah Mejia, 15, drowned around 9:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 17 at a pool in the 8700 block of Mylander Lane, according to Baltimore Police. In the wake of his unexpected death, a community has come together to support his family to help pay for funeral expenses, according to a GoFundMe launched by Pauline Santos. "Jayden was a warm, kind and bright soul who lit up the room with his vibrant energy and m…

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by Annie DeVoe
Obituaries
Community Celebrates Life Of 'Beloved Police Department Employee' In Maryland Community Celebrates Life Of 'Beloved Police Department Employee' In Maryland
Community Celebrates Life Of 'Beloved Police Department Employee' In Maryland A Maryland community is mourning the loss of one of their own after the passing of a City of Laurel Police Department employee, officials say. Communications Specialist Clifton F. Noland, 65, was surrounded by loved ones as he passed away peacefully at his home Tuesday, Aug. 16, the City of Laurel Police Department announced. Noland was raised in Glen Burnie and served as a beloved City of Laurel police dispatcher for 19 years before retiring in 2020, according to the department.  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved City of Laurel Police Department employe…

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by Annie DeVoe
Police & Fire
Baltimore Officer Follows Smoke Cloud, Discovers Fatal Crash Baltimore Officer Follows Smoke Cloud, Discovers Fatal Crash
Baltimore Officer Follows Smoke Cloud, Discovers Fatal Crash One is dead after a vehicle erupted into flames following a crash in Baltimore, authorities say. The victim was found after an officer on patrol noticed smoke in the 1500 block of East Preston Street around 2:20 p.m., Sunday, July 31, according to Baltimore police. Upon arrival at the scene, officers found a vehicle engulfed in flames under trees and shrubs, police said.  The operator of the vehicle was pronounced dead on the scene by medics a short time later. Investigators are working to determine the cause of this crash. Anyone with additional information regarding this fatal veh…

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by Annie DeVoe
News
Missing 27-Year-Old Maryland Man Found Dead Missing 27-Year-Old Maryland Man Found Dead
Missing 27-Year-Old Maryland Man Found Dead The search for a missing man in Montgomery County ended tragically when he was found dead. As previously reported by Daily Voice, Tyrell Jamaal Grice, 27, was last seen in the early morning hours of Sunday, July 17 in the 4900 block of McCall Street. Grice was found dead, the Montgomery County Department of Police said on July 19. No foul play was suspected.

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by Annie DeVoe
Obituaries
Bowie's Jami Bennett Dies Suddenly, 20 Bowie's Jami Bennett Dies Suddenly, 20
Bowie's Jami Bennett Dies Suddenly, 20 A studious and enthusiastic Bowie athlete's life was cut short late last spring unexpectedly passing away at only 20 years old, according to posts by her family. Jami Marie Bennett "found her peace" when she died on May 31. Originally from Nebraska, Jami grew up in Bowie and made the area her home, participating in several sports excelling in academics at Bowie High School, according to an obituary. Jami had completed over two years at Towson University before her passing, and worked as a Community Center Assistant as well as a manager at a smoothie store.  A true adventure seeker, Ja…

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by Annie DeVoe
News
NFL Legend Tony Siragusa Fell To Similar Fate As His Father: Report NFL Legend Tony Siragusa Fell To Similar Fate As His Father: Report
NFL Legend Tony Siragusa Fell To Similar Fate As His Father: Report Further details reveal that NFL legend, Tony "The Goose" Siragusa, has died in nearly the same manner as his father, whom he tried to save, TMZ reports. Siragusa had reportedly been receiving CPR at a home in Toms River, NJ when the initial emergency call came in around 11:45 a.m., Wednesday, June 22. He was pronounced dead at the scene and a cause of death was not immediately determined. Decades earlier, when Siragusa was 21, he performed CPR on his dad who suffered a massive heart attack, claiming his life at the age of 48, Siragusa said on an episode of Howard Stern. Siragusa's dad died…

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by Annie DeVoe
News
Baltimore Ravens Player Jaylon Ferguson Dead At 26 Baltimore Ravens Player Jaylon Ferguson Dead At 26
Baltimore Ravens Player Jaylon Ferguson Dead At 26 Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson died Tuesday night at the age of 26, reports NBC News. The Ravens did not disclose details surrounding Ferguson's death, the outlet reports.  Ferguson was preparing for his fourth season with the Baltimore Ravens after being drafted in 2019.  To read the full report from NBC News, click here.  This is a developing story, check back for more.

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by Annie DeVoe
News
PA Frat Bro Among Five Sentenced In Student's Hazing Death: Report PA Frat Bro Among Five Sentenced In Student's Hazing Death: Report
PA Frat Bro Among Five Sentenced In Student's Hazing Death: Report A 21-year-old Pennsylvania man was among five fraternity brothers sentenced in the hazing death of a March 2021 Bowling Green University sophomore, NBC News reports. Stone Foltz, 20, was forced to drink an entire bottle of alcohol at a Pi Kappa Alpha initiation event at the Ohio school, and was found unconscious by a roommate after members dropped him off their apartment, officials said. Foltz died three days after he was taken off life support. Niall Sweeney, 21, of Erie, who pleaded guilty to tampering with evidence and hazing, was one of the two men who was sentenced to house arrest…

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by Jillian Pikora