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Merchant Marine Chief Steward Killed In MD Motorcycle Crash Had 'Larger-Than-Life Personality' Merchant Marine Chief Steward Killed In MD Motorcycle Crash Had 'Larger-Than-Life Personality'
Merchant Marine Chief Steward Killed In MD Motorcycle Crash Had 'Larger-Than-Life Personality' A 24-year-old man who served his country overseas and died in a Southern Maryland motorcycle crash over the weekend is being remembered by loved ones for his larger-than-life personality and a smile that could light up a room. Nanjemoy native Luke Robert Vandegrift was identified by Maryland State Police as the person on a Suzuki GSXR-1000 who was killed after striking the side of a pick-up truck on Saturday afternoon in La Plata. Daytona beach bike week 2024 Posted by Luke Vandegrift on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 Now, friends and family are rallying as they continue to come to t…
Former EMS Chief In MD Arrested For Tampering With Narcotics Boxes, Fentanyl Vials: Sheriff Former EMS Chief In MD Arrested For Tampering With Narcotics Boxes, Fentanyl Vials: Sheriff
Former EMS Chief In MD Arrested For Tampering With Narcotics Boxes, Fentanyl Vials: Sheriff The former Chief of Medical Services for the St. Mary's County government has been arrested and charged for tampering with narcotics boxes in Southern Maryland, authorities announced. Leonardtown resident Thomas Patrick Raley, 39, who was the subject of an investigation into the suspected tampering with the security seal on a narcotics box at a local medical unit is facing nearly three dozen charges following his arrest on Wednesday, Sept. 11.  In July, the sheriff's office determined that the seal on a medic box containing vials of fentanyl had been broken. Further investigation…
Military Man Discovers Fire That Destroyed Maryland Home Recently Listed For Sale Military Man Discovers Fire That Destroyed Maryland Home Recently Listed For Sale
Military Man Discovers Fire That Destroyed Maryland Home Recently Listed For Sale A Southern Maryland home recently put on and taken off the market was completely destroyed by a blaze that was discovered by a man from a nearby military base, according to the Fire Marshal. Multiple agencies were called early on Monday morning to investigate a fire in St. Ignigoes, where there was a reported house fire. Upon arrival, crews were met by flames showing from the residence, with smoke billowing throughout the area. The fire was reported at around 5:30 a.m. on Sept. 9 in the 47700 block of Sunset Manor Lane, after it was discovered by an officer on the nearby military base. It…
Man Who Posted Social Media Threats Targeting Children, Police Wanted In Southern Maryland Man Who Posted Social Media Threats Targeting Children, Police Wanted In Southern Maryland
Man Who Posted Social Media Threats Targeting Children, Police Wanted In Southern Maryland A massive multi-jurisdictional search is underway in Southern Maryland as several agencies are attempting to locate a 21-year-old man who made threats against children and police. An alert was issued on Thursday afternoon on behalf of the St. Mary's County, Charles County, and Calvert County sheriff's office as they seek the public's assistance in locating Kevin Lee Bonnie, who is now wanted. According to investigators, on Thursday, Sept. 5, Bonnie posted multiple statements on social media expressing intent to harm law enforcement officers and children waiting at bus stops. They note…
Felons Caught With Cache Of Weapons, Drugs During Yearlong Investigation In Maryland: Sheriff Felons Caught With Cache Of Weapons, Drugs During Yearlong Investigation In Maryland: Sheriff
Felons Caught With Cache Of Weapons, Drugs During Yearlong Investigation In Maryland: Sheriff Three felons are facing charges following an operation in Southern Maryland that led to the recovery of weapons, a massive amount of drugs, and cash, the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office announced on Friday. A yearlong investigation into reported drug sales in the region led to the arrests of the trio, and the seizure of cocaine, weed, pills, and weapons. Those charged: John Kevin Fitzgerald Reed, 60, of Charlotte Hall; James Nathaniel Reed, 77, of Mechanicsville; Francis Lavern Reed, 55, of Mechanicsville. All are facing multiple felony drug and firearm charges. As a result of the …
Fugitive At Large After Ditching Electronic Monitoring Device, Escaping In Maryland: Sheriff Fugitive At Large After Ditching Electronic Monitoring Device, Escaping In Maryland: Sheriff
Fugitive At Large After Ditching Electronic Monitoring Device, Escaping In Maryland: Sheriff Derrick Clifton Marshall, who was arrested earlier this year in Southern Maryland, is wanted after ditching his electronic monitoring device in Baltimore and escaping. An alert was issued by the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office on Tuesday, Aug. 6, as they seek the public's assistance in tracking down Derrick Clifton Marshall, 45, who pulled a fast one and is now wanted for escape. The Lexington Park resident was arrested in March for first- and second-degree assault, as well as unlawfully taking a motor vehicle. According to the sheriff's office, late last month, Marshall was able to dit…
St. Mary's EMS Chief Accused Of Tampering With Narcotics Boxes, Vials Of Fentanyl: Sheriff St. Mary's EMS Chief Accused Of Tampering With Narcotics Boxes, Vials Of Fentanyl: Sheriff
St. Mary's EMS Chief Accused Of Tampering With Narcotics Boxes, Vials Of Fentanyl: Sheriff Thomas Patrick Raley, the Chief of Emergency Medical Services for the St. Mary's County government has been identified as the person responsible for tampering with narcotics boxes in Southern Maryland, authorities announced. An investigation was launched in St. Mary's County last week after the agency reported suspected tampering with the security seal on a narcotics box at a local medic unit, officials say. Members of the sheriff's office determined that the seal on a medic box containing vials of fentanyl had been broken.  Further investigation uncovered that the security packa…
Smiling Suspect Busted For DUI After Calvert County Crash, Sheriff Says Smiling Suspect Busted For DUI After Calvert County Crash, Sheriff Says
Smiling Suspect Busted For DUI After Calvert County Crash, Sheriff Says A smiling suspect is laughing his way to jail after being busted for allegedly crashing while under the influence in Southern Maryland, the Calvert County Sheriff's Office announced on Friday. Leonardtown resident Wade Faron Robinson Robinite, 32, is facing charges following the investigation into a crash earlier this month near the intersection of Langley Lane and Solomons Island Road in Solomons. Google Maps street view According to investigators, deputies made contact with Robinite at the scene of the crash, where he was allegedly shouting profanities and making threats …
Fugitive Wanted For Home Invasion, Shooting, Apprehended In Southern Maryland: Sheriff's Office Fugitive Wanted For Home Invasion, Shooting, Apprehended In Southern Maryland: Sheriff's Office
Fugitive Wanted For Home Invasion, Shooting, Apprehended In Southern Maryland: Sheriff's Office A woman no stranger to law enforcement is back in custody after being tracked down in Southern Maryland. An alert was issued by the Charles County Sheriff's Office late last month as they sought the public's assistance in tracking down a fugitive from Hughesville wanted on a host of charges. Danielle Sicam Alicka, 27, who also has ties to St. Mary's County, was wanted for offenses that include home invasion, armed robbery, and first-degree assault following an incident earlier this year. She was reportedly taken into custody in Great Mills on Thursday morning. Update: Fugitiv…
Man Who Set Motel Room Ablaze During Dispute Charged With Arson: Maryland Fire Marshal Man Who Set Motel Room Ablaze During Dispute Charged With Arson: Maryland Fire Marshal
Man Who Set Motel Room Ablaze During Dispute Charged With Arson: Maryland Fire Marshal Dozens of guests were displaced from a Southern Maryland motel this week after a man set a room on fire during a dispute, officials say. The Maryland Fire Marshal is investigating after Leonardtown resident Anthony Cleaver Mason, 64, allegedly set a blaze at the Super Eight Motel in California.  First responders from multiple agencies were called shortly after 8 p.m. on Monday, June 3 to the motel in the 22800 block of Three Notch Road to investigate a reported disturbance after an employee called 911 to report that some guests were arguing. They also reported that the occupants …