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Minor Suffers Critical Injuries After Being Struck By Vehicle Outside Maryland HS (UPDATED) Minor Suffers Critical Injuries After Being Struck By Vehicle Outside Maryland HS (UPDATED)
Minor Suffers Critical Injuries After Being Struck By Vehicle Outside Maryland HS (Updated) A juvenile was rushed to the hospital with critical injuries after being struck by a vehicle near Parkdale High School on Tuesday afternoon, officials say. Shortly before 2:15 p.m. on Oct. 8, Prince George's County Fire and EMS personnel were called to the 6000 block of Good Luck Road in Riverdale, where there was a reported pedestrian strike in front of the school. One juvenile was taken in critical, but stable condition after being struck, officials said. The incident is now being investigated by the Prince George's County Police Department. Pedestrian struck, 2:13pm, 6000 block Good …

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Private School Bus Involved In Multi-Vehicle Crash With Students On Board In MD (DEVELOPING) Private School Bus Involved In Multi-Vehicle Crash With Students On Board In MD (DEVELOPING)
Private School Bus Involved In Multi-Vehicle Crash With Students On Board In MD (Developing) Two injuries were reported when a bus with three students on board was involved in a two-vehicle crash in Prince George's County, officials say. An alert was issued shortly before 3 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon as first responders investigated a crash involving a private school bus in the area of Odell Road and Cedarbrook Lane in South Laurel. Following the crash, two from a second vehicle involved in the crash were taken to area hospitals for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries, according to Prince George's County Fire and EMS personnel. The scene of the school bus crash in Prin…

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Classes Canceled At Bowie State To Address 'Mental Well-Being' Of Students Following Shooting Classes Canceled At Bowie State To Address 'Mental Well-Being' Of Students Following Shooting
Classes Canceled At Bowie State To Address 'Mental Well-Being' Of Students Following Shooting Classes have been canceled for the rest of the week at Bowie State University as the community continues to reel from a Homecoming Weekend shooting. As of noon on Tuesday, Oct. 10, school officials say that all classes have been canceled for the remainder of the week "to allow additional time for our students, faculty, and staff to address mental distress."  Officials said that on Tuesday afternoon, they were to meet with student leaders to discuss what steps should be taken next following the shooting that left at least two people with gunshot wounds during a busy event. Starting at 1…

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Two Hurt In Homecoming Weekend Shooting At Bowie State University: Police Two Hurt In Homecoming Weekend Shooting At Bowie State University: Police
Two Hurt In Homecoming Weekend Shooting At Bowie State University: Police Local and state police are investigating a shooting at Bowie State University that left two people with gunshot wounds on Homecoming Weekend, authorities announced. At around 11:30 p.m. on Saturday night, troopers from the Maryland State Police College Park Barrack were called to assist Bowie State University with security during celebratory events, when gunshots rang out near the school's Center for Business and Graduate Studies building. MCPD is investigating a domestic-related homicide in the 4500 block of Mount Olney Lane. The suspect is in custody. #MCPD #MCPNews pic.twitter.com/nH…

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Police & Fire
Fiery Crash Reported At Gas Station After Car Plows Through Pump In Maryland (DEVELOPING) Fiery Crash Reported At Gas Station After Car Plows Through Pump In Maryland (DEVELOPING)
Fiery Crash Reported At Gas Station After Car Plows Through Pump In Maryland (Developing) Disaster was averted in Prince George's County when two cars crashed at an area gas station and went up in flames.  Shortly before noon on Wednesday, fire crews were called to Sunoco in the 300 block of Washington Boulevard in Laurel, where there were reports of a two-car crash that led to a fire near the gas pumps that led to a fuel spill. Upon arrival, Prince George's County Fire and EMS personnel found one vehicle on fire after a crash that took them through one of the gas pumps. The scene of the crashPrince George's County Fire/EMS It is unclear what caused the crash. A spokespers…

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Police & Fire
Vehicle Stolen From Fire Station Recovered In Maryland, Officials Say Vehicle Stolen From Fire Station Recovered In Maryland, Officials Say
Vehicle Stolen From Fire Station Recovered In Maryland, Officials Say Officials say that a truck stolen from a firehouse in Maryland is back where it belongs after investigators were able to track it down. On Thursday afternoon, Prince George’s County Fire and EMS officials said that a marked 2011 Chevy Silvarado was taken from the Ritchie Volunteer Fire Department in Capitol Heights. The PGFD and @PGPDNews are seeking your help to locate a stolen fire department vehicle. The vehicle is a 2011 Chevy Silverado with Ritchie VFD markings and MD Tag LG92945. It was removed from the Ritchie VFD on 8/10/23. If seen, please call 911. pic.twitter.com/zmLvEI1TcS …

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