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Man Barricaded In Maryland Home Following Reported Shooting, Police Say (
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Some residents in Prince George's County were advised by police to shelter in place as officers dealt with a barricaded man inside a single-family home following a reported shooting. Officers were called to the 2100 block of Beechwood Road following a reported shooting at approximately 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, prompting police to advise that some "in the immediate vicinity (should) shelter in place at the lowest level of the home." The incident led to several road closures in the area. The following roads are closed.Please follow police direction.#MDTrafficBanning Pl/ 22nd Ave Charle…
Police & Fire
Videos Show Execution Of Trash Removal Worker In Maryland
Police have released surveillance footage of the suspects and vehicle linked to last week's murder of a 30-year-old man working for a trash removal company in Prince George’s County. Idongesit Udosen of Lanham was found with gunshot wounds in the roadway as officers were called to the 6800 block of Greenvale Parkway in Hyattsville for a shooting around 3:40 p.m. on Thursday, April 4. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspects shown in the newly released footage are seen driving what appears to be a gray Kia sedan in the area of Greenvale Parkway shortly before the murder. When the t…
Police & Fire
Footage Shows Suspects Moments Before Knifepoint Sexual Assault In Prince George's County
Police have released surveillance footage of the two men they say held a woman at knifepoint and sexually assaulted her in a wooded area of Prince George’s County earlier this week. The woman was walking near the 6000 block of Ager Road in Hyattsville when two men grabbed her and sexually assaulted her at knifepoint in a nearby wooded area around 5:00 p.m. Monday, March 4. The surveillance footage shows the suspects following her beforehand and running away after the assault. No other sexual assaults have been reported in the area, police added. Investigators are offering a cash reward fo…
Police & Fire
Video Shows Suspect In 8 Armed Robberies Across Prince George’s County
Recognize him? Police have released surveillance footage of a man linked to eight armed robberies across Prince George’s County. The robberies occurred between November 30, 2023 and January 30, 2024, Prince George’s County Police said. The suspect targeted businesses near Livingston Road and Indian Head Highway, including convenience stores, cell phone stores and fast food restaurants. No injuries were reported during any of the robberies. A cash reward is available for information leading to an arrest and indictment. Scroll down for the full clip. VIDEO of suspect linked to 8…
News
Murder-Suicide Involving Child Reported By Police In Maryland (
Developing
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An investigation has been launched in Prince George's County after an apparent murder-suicide involving a child, police say. Officers from the Prince George's County Police Department were called at around 1 p.m. on Sunday afternoon to the 1200 block of Mercantile Lane in Upper Marlboro to conduct a welfare check, according to authorities. Upon arrival, they were met by a grisly scene. Police say that the officers found a man and child inside a car both suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. According to investigators, detectives believe…
Schools
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…
Police & Fire
Officer Caught On Camera In Viral TikTok Video With Woman In Maryland Suspended
An officer from the Prince George's County Police Department who found himself embroiled in a scandal after a viral social media video has been suspended, the agency announced. On Tuesday afternoon, the department issued an alert advising that the officer who brought a woman into the back of his police vehicle after embracing and seemingly kissing her will be stepping away as they investigate the TikTok, which has been viewed more than 2.3 million times after being widely circulated online. Update: the officer has been identified. His police powers are now suspended as the investigation…
Police & Fire
Woman Killed, Man Hospitalized In Double Maryland Shooting, Police Say
Police have identified the 22-year-old Baltimore woman who was killed in a double shooting in Prince George's County over the weekend. Amarnae Smith was shot and killed on Saturday night by an unknown assailant who remains at large as of Monday, Aug. 28. Officers from the Prince George's County Police Department were called to the 14700 block of Willoughby Road in Upper Marlboro to investigate a reported shooting. FATAL SHOOTING: At approx. 10:00 pm officers responded to the 14700 blk of Willoughby Dr for a shooting. On scene, they discovered an adult female and adult male outside suf…
News
Verizon Users Experience Trouble Calling 911 In Maryland
A widespread outage in Maryland led to trouble for some Verizon users looking to make an emergency call on Friday morning. Several police agencies across the state issued alerts cautioning that Verizon wireless was having issues calling 911, though the agency actively is working to rectify the issue. MCP Emergency Communications (911) is experiencing a Verizon wireless issue. In the case of an emergency, callers are asked to call their district stations (listed in comments). Verizon is aware and attempting to fix the problem. #MCPD #MCPNews — Montgomery County Department of Police (@mcp…
Police & Fire
Man Found Dying On Maryland Street
A man is dead after being shot in Prince George's County overnight, authorities say. Officers located the man in the roadway suffering from gunshot wounds in the 1200 block of Abel Avenue around 7:10 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 6, according to Prince George's County police. FATAL SHOOTING: Officers responded to the 1200 blk of Abel Ave at approx. 7:10 pm for a shooting. Once on scene, they located an adult male in the roadway suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital and pronounced dead a short time later. pic.twitter.com/LxqfbSBFog — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) December 7, 2022 …
Police & Fire
Murder Suspect At Large In Maryland After Fatal Shooting, Police Say
A shooting suspect is on the loose after a fatal shooting in Prince George's County, police said. Members of the Prince George's County Police Department were dispatched at approximately 8:40 p.m. to the 2500 block of Iverson Street in Temple Hills where there was a reported shooting in the area. Police said that upon arrival, officers located a man in a car who had been shot multiple times. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Officers are on the scene of a fatal shooting that occurred in the 2500 block of Iverson Street in Temple Hills. pic.twitter.com/6HUfhQRDKS — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNew…
Police & Fire
Juvenile Girl Killed In Maryland Shooting: Police
The fatal shooting of a minor in Maryland is under investigation, according to police. Officers from the Prince George’s County Police Department responded to the scene of a shooting in the 3400 block of Curtis Drive on Sunday, Aug. 28, officials said. Upon arrival, police say that officers located a juvenile girl outside the scene who had been shot multiple times. The girl was taken to an area hospital where she was later pronounced dead. “At this time, we do not believe this was a random incident,” police posted online. "Those involved likely knew of each other.” At this time, we…
Police & Fire
Police Investigating Pair Of Fatal Incidents In Maryland; Suspect(s) At Large
Authorities are investigating two separate homicides that occurred in Prince George's County that took the lives of two men, police say. Police found the first victim after responding to a welfare check in the 3200 block of 75th Avenue around 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 25, according to Prince George's County police. HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION : Around 3:30 pm officers responded to the 3200 block of 75th Ave for a check the welfare. Once on scene, they located an adult male inside an apartment suffering from trauma to the upper body. He was pronounced dead on scene. pic.twitter.com/k6hcWRh99…
News
Another Mall Shooting Prompts Panic In Prince George's
Police are looking for a suspect who fled the scene after shooting three people at a mall in Prince George's County Friday, June 10. A man and two women were shot around 12:45 p.m at The Shops at Iverson in Temple Hills, reports CBS 13. The man is listed as being in critical condition, while the women sustained non-life-threatening injuries, the outlet reports. Police believe this was an isolated incident and that it is not an active shooter. We are on scene of a shooting at The Shops at Iverson in Temple Hills. Prelim: three victims have been transported with what are believed to be…
Police & Fire
Man Dead, Woman Injured In Prince George's Crash: Police
A man died and a woman was left critical in a crash Sunday, May 15 in Prince George's County, authorities said. The crash with entrapment occurred on Central Avenue in Largo around 11:15 a.m., developing reports say. The man was pronounced dead while the woman was hospitalized in critical condition, a Seat Pleasant police spokesperson tells Daily Voice. EB Central Avenue is closed between Hampton Park Blvd and the Beltway due to a crash investigation. Please follow police directions and drive safely. #MDTraffic pic.twitter.com/4IOiS7t9W6 — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) May 15, 2022 This is a d…
Police & Fire
Dozens Of Shots Fired Near Prince George's County Daycare: Sources Say
Some 30 rapid fire shots were said to have been heard near a school in the Silver Hill area of Prince George's County around 2 p.m. on Thursday, May 12, multiple sources say. Officers responded to the area and were unable to locate any victims, Prince George's County Police told Daily Voice. However, police were searching a school bus that was in the area at the time of the shooting for damage and uncovered shell casings. .@PGPDNews has confirmed they are investigating what they’re calling a non-contact shooting. This is very preliminary, so there aren’t many details at this time.Altho…
Police & Fire
1 Person Killed In Late Night Prince George's Shooting: Police
A man who walked into a hospital with gunshot wounds in Fairwood has died, authorities said. Police are investigating the shooting, which occurred near Enterprise and Annapolis Road around 11 p.m. Thursday, May 5, the Prince George's Police Department said on Twitter. Anyone with information is asked to call @PGCrimeSolvers. You can remain anonymous. $$$ Reward. No further information at this time. pic.twitter.com/dgyir3D5dW — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) May 6, 2022 Detectives are looking into suspects and a motive for the shooting. A reward is offered for anyone who comes forward with inform…
Police & Fire
Child Injured In Prince George's Drive-By Shooting:
Video
Released
The Prince George's County Police Department has released footage of a recent shooting that injured a 4-year-old child and teenager. The shooting happened in the 6700 block of Alpine Street in District Heights around 6:20 p.m. on Wednesday, May 4, police said. The video shows two vehicles stopping in the street near a group of people sitting near the road then firing shots. Detectives release video of brazen shooting in the City of District Heights. More info: https://t.co/cdc9uAe67r pic.twitter.com/HZZS1kuLxP — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) May 6, 2022 The child and teenager were said to ha…
Police & Fire
Prince George's Man Fatally Stabbed In Oxon Hill: Police
Prince George's Police were on the scene of a fatal stabbing that took place in the 1100 block of Southview Drive in Oxon Hill, the department said on Twitter. We are on the scene of a fatal stabbing that occurred in the 1100 block of Southview Drive in Oxon Hill. pic.twitter.com/x5LctcH6ds — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) April 29, 2022 Officers responded to the stabbing around 2:45 p.m. on Friday, April 29, police said. Upon arrival, they found an adult male suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police arrested a person of interest, police added. The inves…
Police & Fire
Man Found Dead Inside Car In Evening Suitland Shooting: Police
A Suitland man has died in an evening fatal shooting in Suitland, authorities said. Saquan Burnett, 29, was found unresponsive and suffering from gunshot wounds in the 3500 block of Silver Park Drive around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 7, Prince George's County Police said. Officers are on the scene of a fatal shooting that occurred in the 3500 block of Silver Park Drive in Suitland . pic.twitter.com/fI7yZ9NUbm — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) April 7, 2022 The investigation is ongoing and a reward of up to $25,000 is being offered to anyone with information. People are asked to contact police…
Police & Fire
Prince George's Police Scoping Neighborhood For Info Regarding Recent Homicide
Prince George's County Police are canvassing a local neighborhood and offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information regarding a recent homicide, the department said. Keith Aaron Wade, 19, of Suitland, was found shot to death in the 6300 block of Maxwell Drive around 4:50 p.m. on Friday, March 18, Prince George's police said. Starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, officers with the department will be going through a Camp Springs neighborhood for information regarding Wade's death, police said. 5pm TODAY (Tues) – detectives will canvass for info in the murder of 19 yo Keith Wade in Camp …
Police & Fire
Victim ID'd In Late Afternoon District Heights Shooting: Police
Detectives have identified the victim in Thursday evening's fatal shooting in District Heights as 36-year-old David Lorenzo Smith of Washington, DC. Officers first responded to the 6400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue shortly before 5 p.m., the department said on Twitter. We are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the 6400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue in District Heights. pic.twitter.com/xa5WGJnwsQ — PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) March 17, 2022 Upon arrival, they found Smith on the ground suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives are wor…
Police & Fire
$25,000 Reward Offered For Info In Fatal Suitland Shooting
Authorities are asking for the public's help in their investigation of a fatal shooting that happened in Prince George’s County over the weekend. Officers found 58-year-old Michael Hawkins of Washington D.C. shot to death on Sunday, Feb. 27, when they were called to the 3800 block of St. Barnabas Road just after noon for a reported shooting. Hawkins was found unresponsive in an apartment bathroom with gunshot wounds to the body, PGPD said. FATAL SHOOTING: We are the scene of a homicide investigation in the 3800 blk of St. Barnabas Rd. Prelim: At approx 12:10 pm, officers responded to t…
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