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Temple Hills, MD

Search For Killer Underway As Loved Ones Mourn Elkridge Dad Shot Dead In Roadway Search For Killer Underway As Loved Ones Mourn Elkridge Dad Shot Dead In Roadway
Search For Killer Underway As Loved Ones Mourn Elkridge Dad Shot Dead In Roadway A 40-year-old father from Elkridge is being mourned as police search for his killer in Prince George's County. Bracston Pitt has been identified as the man killed over the weekend in a late-night shooting in Temple Hills, authorities announced on Monday. At approximately 11:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, officers from the Prince George's County Police Department responded to the 2900 block of Oxon Park Street to investigate reports of shots fired, where they found Pitt suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in the roadway. He was pronounced dead at the scene. No details about a possib…
Two Teens Among Four Hit With Hundreds Of Charges For Gun Shop Burglaries In Baltmiore Two Teens Among Four Hit With Hundreds Of Charges For Gun Shop Burglaries In Baltmiore
Two Teens Among Four Hit With Hundreds Of Charges For Gun Shop Burglaries In Baltmiore Four suspects are facing hundreds of charges for their alleged roles in a string of commercial burglaries and attempted burglaries of gun stores in Maryland, authorities announced on Tuesday. Between December 2023 and March 2024, officials say that the group is connected to at least 10 incidents in Anne Arundel, Prince George's, and Baltimore counties. Those charged:  Cy'juan Hemsley, 19, of District Heights, who was charged with 200 counts;  Mahkiya McQuinn-Woodley, 20, of Baltimore, who was charged with 189 counts; A 17-year-old from Temple Hills who was charged with 199 count…
Woman Stabbed Boyfriend During Deadly Argument In Maryland Apartment, Police Say Woman Stabbed Boyfriend During Deadly Argument In Maryland Apartment, Police Say
Woman Stabbed Boyfriend During Deadly Argument In Maryland Apartment, Police Say An argument over the weekend turned deadly for a couple in Prince George's County after a woman stabbed her 34-year-old boyfriend during a dispute, police say. Diamond Thomas, 32, has been arrested following an investigation into the fatal stabbing of Archie Phillips, both of Temple Hills, on Saturday afternoon, authorities announced. Officers from the Prince George's County Police Department were called at approximately 1:15 p.m. on May 4 to investigate a domestic-related stabbing that was reported inside an apartment in the 4200 block of 28th Avenue. Upon arrival, they found Phillips suf…
Virginia Man Convicted For Role In DMV Dog Fighting Ring Virginia Man Convicted For Role In DMV Dog Fighting Ring
Virginia Man Convicted For Role In DMV Dog Fighting Ring A 45-year-old Stafford man has been convicted for his role in an animal fighting ring in the DMV for five years, federal officials said. Mark Joseph Rodriguez, aka “Slow Poke,” and co-conspirators from the region used a messaging app that they called "The DMV Board" or "The Board" to discuss training fighting dogs, exchange videos about dogfighting, and arrange and coordinate dog fights, out of view of law enforcement, Jessica D. Aber, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, said. Members of the DMV Board also used the app to compare methods of killing dogs that lost f…
Man Who Robbed Letter Carrier, Stole Mail In Maryland Gets Decades In Prison: USPIS Man Who Robbed Letter Carrier, Stole Mail In Maryland Gets Decades In Prison: USPIS
Man Who Robbed Letter Carrier, Stole Mail In Maryland Gets Decades In Prison: Uspis A man who robbed a letter carrier and stole mail in Maryland is heading to prison for decades, authorities announced. Teshan D. Jordan, 27, of Temple Hills, was sentenced to 35 years in prison with 12 years suspended, United States Postal Service Inspection Service officials said in a release on Thursday, Feb. 29. Jordan was found guilty in a Feb. 16 jury trial of armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, use of firearm in the commission of a crime of violence, and theft after working with Fermon R. Nichols to follow and rob a USPS letter carrier in Columbia and steal their postal …
'Ironic Twist Of Fate' For Maryland Nurse Fighting Cancer Amid Husband's Job Loss 'Ironic Twist Of Fate' For Maryland Nurse Fighting Cancer Amid Husband's Job Loss
'Ironic Twist Of Fate' For Maryland Nurse Fighting Cancer Amid Husband's Job Loss Ketsia Kendall has spent her life caring for her community, and now it's time to return the favor. The 33-year-old as the nurse from Prince George's County embarks on a difficult journey to recover from multiple medical maladies. Last September, Ketsia, who has ties to Laurel and Temple Hills, was diagnosed with leukemia, according to a GoFundMe launched for her and her husband, Gregory Kendall. "For the past three years, she has worked tirelessly as a cardiac nurse and patient advocate, earning several Daisy Awards for superior nursing excellence," the campaign launched by her sister, Eli…
Maryland Marine Murder: Darnell Stanley Remembered For Selflessness Maryland Marine Murder: Darnell Stanley Remembered For Selflessness
Maryland Marine Murder: Darnell Stanley Remembered For Selflessness A US Marine from Maryland was killed by a gunman who remains at large. Darnell Stanley, 45, is being remembered for his selflessness following his shooting death on Friday evening, Nov. 24, on the 600 block of Audrey Lane in Oxon Hill. The Temple Hills resident was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and was pronounced dead at the scene. Following his death, his family and community have been rallying to raise money for the man who spent his years helping his fellow veterans "get the medical treatment they needed to live full, happy, and productive lives after their time in serv…
Former MD Football Star Killed After Father's Birthday Party Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold' Former MD Football Star Killed After Father's Birthday Party Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold'
Former MD Football Star Killed After Father's Birthday Party Remembered For 'Heart Of Gold' Community members are stepping up to support the family of a former Maryland football star with a "heart of gold" who was tragically killed in a car accident after his father's birthday party. Stephan Wolley, 27, lost his life in a crash in Temple Hills on Saturday, Feb. 11, leaving behind his parents, siblings, and a 3-year-old daughter, according to his family. As previously reported by Daily Voice, Wolley was fatally wounded in a crash after crossing the center line and striking an SUV on Temple Hill Road following a birthday celebration for his father, Raynard Sr.  The driver of the S…
Bowie Teens Accused Of Using USB Cord To Steal Kia In Social Media Trend: Police Bowie Teens Accused Of Using USB Cord To Steal Kia In Social Media Trend: Police
Bowie Teens Accused Of Using USB Cord To Steal Kia In Social Media Trend: Police Three Bowie teenagers have been arrested after stealing a Kia in Prince George's County in what police believe was a part of an ongoing social media trend, authorities say. Two 14-year-old boys and a third 15-year-old boy were all taken into custody after they were stopped while driving a stolen Kia in the 2800 block of Curtis Drive in Temple Hills around 10:45 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 31, according to Prince George's County Police. The Kia had recently been reported stolen from a neighboring jurisdiction, prompting officers to pull over the teens.  While searching the vehicle, investigato…
Two Dead, 3 Firefighters Hospitalized In Prince George's Blaze Two Dead, 3 Firefighters Hospitalized In Prince George's Blaze
Two Dead, 3 Firefighters Hospitalized In Prince George's Blaze Two people were killed and three firefighters were hospitalized in a blaze that broke out Saturday, Jan. 21 in Prince George's County. Crews arrived to the 5700 block of Center Drive in Temple Hills to find flames shooting out of a one-story home around 10 p.m. Update to 5700 BLCK Center Dr: 2 adult occupants located deceased. 3 #PGFD firefighters transported for evaluation. @PGCountyOEM to assist 2 additional residents displaced. Fire Investigators on scene to determine origin & cause of fire. pic.twitter.com/DHVzM6EdEt — Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department (@PGFDNews) Janua…
Maryland Police Canvass For Information After Child Murdered Outside Home By Unknown Suspect Maryland Police Canvass For Information After Child Murdered Outside Home By Unknown Suspect
Maryland Police Canvass For Information After Child Murdered Outside Home By Unknown Suspect Prince George's County detectives are canvassing for information about the murder of a 13-year-old Temple Hills boy that occurred earlier this month, authorities say. Jayz Agnew was found shot outside of a home in the 2100 block of Jameson Street shortly before 5:30 p.m., on Tuesday, Nov. 8, according to Prince George's County police. Agnew was rushed to a nearby hospital after the unknown suspect attacked him, and doctors pronounced him clinically deceased on Friday, Nov. 11. Detectives are working to identify a suspect as well as a motive for the crime, and are offering a $25,000 reward …
Temple Hills Woman Dead After Violent Rollover Crash In Fort Washington Temple Hills Woman Dead After Violent Rollover Crash In Fort Washington
Temple Hills Woman Dead After Violent Rollover Crash In Fort Washington A 25-year-old woman is dead after a fatal rollover collision in Fort Washington, police say. Ashley Henson, of Temple Hills, was pronounced dead after her vehicle overturned while she was driving west on the 2300 block of Tucker Road around 10 p.m., Monday, Oct. 24, according to Prince George's County Police. Police are still investigating what may have led to to collision.  Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).
Latest Victim Of Fatal Temple Hills Shooting Identified Latest Victim Of Fatal Temple Hills Shooting Identified
Latest Victim Of Fatal Temple Hills Shooting Identified Police have released the name of a victim who has died after being shot earlier this month in Temple Hills, authorities say. Anton Meachum, 29, succumbed to his injuries on Monday, Aug. 29 after being shot in the 2600 block of Colebrook Drive on Sunday, Aug. 14, according to Prince George's County police. Police found Meachum suffering from gunshot wounds outside around 3 a.m., after reports of a shooting in the area, they said. Meachum was rushed to an area hospital, where, despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead weeks later. Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) …
Wanted Man Apprehended After Armed Carjacking, Robbery In Maryland: Police Wanted Man Apprehended After Armed Carjacking, Robbery In Maryland: Police
Wanted Man Apprehended After Armed Carjacking, Robbery In Maryland: Police A wanted man is in police custody and facing a host of charges following an armed carjacking in Maryland earlier this month, according to authorities. Xavion Tyrell Proctor was arrested by members of the Prince George's County Sheriff's Office Warrant/Fugitive Division following an incident in the 2100 block of Alice Avenue in Oxon Hill, the agency announced on Tuesday, Aug. 30. According to the warrant, on Sunday, Aug. 7, officers responded to the armed carjacking, where the victim was able to identify Proctor as a suspect. It is alleged that Proctor and three others pointed a weapon at …
Repeat Offender Busted After Hardware Store Theft In Maryland, Police Say Repeat Offender Busted After Hardware Store Theft In Maryland, Police Say
Repeat Offender Busted After Hardware Store Theft In Maryland, Police Say A Temple Hills man has been charged in connection to the strong-armed robbery of a hardware store employee in Montgomery County, authorities say. Terry Claude Tompkins, 41, is accused of robbing the employee at the Ace Hardware store on the 800 block of Wayne Avenue around 4 p.m., Saturday, July 30, according to Montgomery County police. Police say that Tompkins allegedly entered the store and began stealing multiple electrical cables and wire items.  When the employee confronted Tompkins, he allegedly assaulted the employee and took stole a cell phone. Tompkins was identified a…
Suspect Charged With Murdering Rideshare Driver In Maryland Suspect Charged With Murdering Rideshare Driver In Maryland
Suspect Charged With Murdering Rideshare Driver In Maryland A Temple Hills man has been arrested in connection to the killing of a rideshare driver from Silver Spring, authorities say. Kiayon Strowbridge, 21, is accused of fatally shooting Nesredin Esleiman, 55, in the 5400 block of Chesterfield Drive in the early morning hours of Wednesday, Aug. 10, according to Prince George's County police. Esleiman was working as a rideshare driver at the time of his murder, police said. Officers were called to perform a wellness check on Esleiman, where they found him dead in his vehicle, The motive for the shooting has been revealed as an attempted robbery, …
Silver Spring Rideshare Driver Killed While Working In Temple Hills: Police Silver Spring Rideshare Driver Killed While Working In Temple Hills: Police
Silver Spring Rideshare Driver Killed While Working In Temple Hills: Police A 55-year-old rideshare driver was shot and killed while working in Prince George's County this week, authorities said. Officers were called to the 5400 block of Chesterfield Drive in Temple Hills for a welfare check when they found Nesredin Esleiman, of Silver Spring, suffering from a gunshot wound inside of a car around 6:20 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10. He was pronounced dead on the scene. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) and a motive. If anyone has infor…
$25K Reward Offered After Rideshare Driver Murdered In Maryland: Police $25K Reward Offered After Rideshare Driver Murdered In Maryland: Police
$25K Reward Offered After Rideshare Driver Murdered In Maryland: Police A massive reward is being offered in connection to a fatal shooting of a rideshare driver in Temple Hills, authorities say. Officers were called to do a welfare check on Neserdin Esleiman, 55, on the 5400 block of Chesterfield Drive around 6:30 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 10, according to Prince George's County police. The Silver Spring victim was found inside of a vehicle with a gunshot wound, and was pronounced dead at the scene by officials.  Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) and a motive, they noted. If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are …
$25K Reward Offered As Police In Maryland Investigate Fatal Shooting $25K Reward Offered As Police In Maryland Investigate Fatal Shooting
$25K Reward Offered As Police In Maryland Investigate Fatal Shooting A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered in connection to a fatal shooting in Temple Hills, authorities say. Officers found Teyon Harrod, 23, suffering from gunshot wounds outside of a residence in the 4900 block of Sharon Road, around 10:40 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 2, according to Prince George's County police.  Harrod was pronounced dead at the scene, officials said.  Anyone with information relevant to this investigation that leads to the arrest and prosecution of a shooting suspect may be eligible to receive the reward. Those with information have been instructed to call detect…
Restaurant Worker Charged With Shooting Colleague In Prince George's: Police Restaurant Worker Charged With Shooting Colleague In Prince George's: Police
Restaurant Worker Charged With Shooting Colleague In Prince George's: Police A 29-year-old restaurant worker shot and killed his colleague during an argument in Prince George's County earlier this week, authorities said. Aaren Butler, of District Heights, is facing charges of first- and second-degree murder in the death of 43-year-old Fred Graham of Greenbelt, the Prince George’s County Police Department said. Officers responded to the 2900 block of Donnell Drive in Forestville for a shooting around 5:45 a.m., on Thursday, July 14. The victim was found outside of the restaurant suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a hospital where he was p…
Another Mall Shooting Prompts Panic In Prince George's Another Mall Shooting Prompts Panic In Prince George's
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…
Three Firefighters Seriously Injured Battling Prince George's Fire Three Firefighters Seriously Injured Battling Prince George's Fire
Three Firefighters Seriously Injured Battling Prince George's Fire Three firefighters were recovering after sustaining serious injuries while containing a residential fire in Temple Hills, authorities say. Firefighters were dispatched to a residence after a fire was reported on the first floor of a two story townhouse on the 3800 block of 28th Avenue around 7:35 a.m., Tuesday, June 7, according to the Prince George's County Fire Department. Four adults and two children were displaced in the fire. Three firefighters working to extinguish the flames were injured and transported to a hospital for treatment.  The firefighters were evaluated for non-life-…
Man Killed In Morning Temple Hills Shooting Man Killed In Morning Temple Hills Shooting
Man Killed In Morning Temple Hills Shooting One man was killed in a morning shooting in Temple Hills, authorities say. The unidentified male victim was pronounced dead on the scene around 11:30 a.m., on the 4400 block of 23rd Parkway, Thursday, June 2, Prince George's Police say. Detectives are on scene working to establish suspect(s) and motive in this case. If anyone has any information, please call 1-866-411-TIPS. This is a developing story and will be updated as new information is released. 
Motorcyclist Rams Into Back Of State Trooper In Prince George's (DEVELOPING) Motorcyclist Rams Into Back Of State Trooper In Prince George's (DEVELOPING)
Motorcyclist Rams Into Back Of State Trooper In Prince George's (Developing) A motorcyclist is being treated after crashing into the back of a parked Maryland State Trooper cruiser in Prince George's County, unconfirmed reports said.  The male driver was said to have hit the cruiser in the area of I-495 and St Barnabas Road in Temple Hills around 10 p.m on Friday, May 20, according to unconfirmed reports.  The motorcyclist was said to have sustained critical injuries, according to a Tweet from DC Realtime News. AUTO COLLISION W/MOTORCYCLE & TROOPER 2 REQUESTED: Cap Belt IL Pri St. Barnabas Rd. Temple Hills, M.D. PGFD on scene of an auto collision with a mot…
Woman Escaped Clutch Of Maryland Man Who Tried Raping Her: Sheriff's Office Woman Escaped Clutch Of Maryland Man Who Tried Raping Her: Sheriff's Office
Woman Escaped Clutch Of Maryland Man Who Tried Raping Her: Sheriff's Office A man from Prince George's County was arrested and charged for attempted first-degree rape, authorities said. Ronald Chester Pearson sexually assaulted a woman in the 2700 block of Kenton Place in Temple Hills on May 2, the Prince George's County Sheriff's Office said. The victim told police Pearson allegedly strangled and physically assaulted her while Pearson was trying to have sex with the victim, the office said. She later escaped and contact police.  Pearson was arrested and charged with multiple sexual assault-related offenses thereafter. 
71-Year-Old Maryland Man Killed In Weekend Prince George's Car Crash: Police 71-Year-Old Maryland Man Killed In Weekend Prince George's Car Crash: Police
71-Year-Old Maryland Man Killed In Weekend Prince George's Car Crash: Police A 71-year-old man from Prince George's County has died in a weekend car crash, authorities said.  Moses Yogaraj, of Temple Hills, was killed in a two-car crash in the 9000 block of Central Avenue in Capitol Heights around 10:55 a.m. on Sunday, May 15, Prince George's County Police said.  Initial investigation revealed Yogaraj was trying to turn left into a shopping center when he was struck by another car coming from the opposite direction on Central Avenue, police said. Yogaraj was pronounced dead at the scene.  The other driver was taken to a local hospital with injuries d…
Maryland Boy ID'd As DC Weekend Shooter That Hurt Four: Police Maryland Boy ID'd As DC Weekend Shooter That Hurt Four: Police
Maryland Boy ID'd As DC Weekend Shooter That Hurt Four: Police A teenager from Prince George's County has been arrested for injuring four people in a shooting that happened near the Washington Nationals' Stadium over the weekend, authorities said.  The 15-year-old from Temple Hills was arrested and charged with assault with a dangerous weapon on Monday, April 11, Metropolitan Police said. Police are still looking for another suspect involved in the incident.  MPD announces an arrest has been made in an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on 4/9/22, in the 100 block of P St., SW.This case remains under investigation.Have info…
Temple Hills Man Arrested For February Armed Robbery: Sheriff's Office Temple Hills Man Arrested For February Armed Robbery: Sheriff's Office
Temple Hills Man Arrested For February Armed Robbery: Sheriff's Office A Temple Hills man has been arrested for robbing a local store earlier this year, authorities said. Nicco Rashaad Young allegedly entered a store with a firearm in the 7200 block of Baltimore Avenue on Feb. 22, the Prince George's County Sheriff's Office said.   Once inside, Young allegedly pointed the gun at the store clerk and demanded money from the register. Young then took the money and fled the scene, the office said.  Through their investigation, officers were able to determine Young as the suspect and put a warrant out for his arrest on March 3, the office reports. H…
Man Dies Weeks After Bedroom Shooting: Prince George's PD Man Dies Weeks After Bedroom Shooting: Prince George's PD
Man Dies Weeks After Bedroom Shooting: Prince George's PD A $25,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in a deadly Maryland shooting. Michael Duncans, 56, of Temple Hills, was shot and killed on the 3300 block of 28th Parkway around 11:15 p.m. on Jan. 30, Prince George's County police said. Duncans was found unresponsive in a bedroom of a home with a gunshot wound to his body. He was taken to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries on Feb. 18. Detectives are looking to identify a suspect(s) and a motive. If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please ca…
Feds: Twins From Maryland Used Bogus $1M Loans To Trade Crypto, Buy Sports Car Feds: Twins From Maryland Used Bogus $1M Loans To Trade Crypto, Buy Sports Car
Feds: Twins From Maryland Used Bogus $1M Loans To Trade Crypto, Buy Sports Car A pair of twin brothers from Maryland are facing federal charges for fraudulently obtaining $1 million in COVID-19 loans, authorities announced. Jerry and Jaleel Phillips, 24, of Temple Hills, submit bogus Paycheck Protection Program loan applications (PPP), Economic Injury Disaster loan applications (EIDL), and unemployment insurance claims to get the money, United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Erek L. Barron said. The Phillips brothers created aliases, used the personal identifying information of real people, and used out of business or fake corporate entities to apply…
Man Confesses To Shooting Pro Boxer Dead On Christmas Eve In Maryland: Police Man Confesses To Shooting Pro Boxer Dead On Christmas Eve In Maryland: Police
Man Confesses To Shooting Pro Boxer Dead On Christmas Eve In Maryland: Police A man has been arrested after confessing to killing a professional boxer on Christmas Eve -- who was driving his family to dinner, according to police.  Markell Lewis, 25, of Clinton has been arrested for the fatal shooting in Temple Hills of 30-year-old Danny Kelly Jr., Prince George's County Police said.  Kelly Jr. was behind the wheel of his family's SUV on St. Barnabas Road with his girlfriend and three children in the car when Lewis pulled up and opened fire, hitting Kelly around 4:40 p.m., police said. He was pronounced dead at an area hospital a short time later. …