Poughkeepsie, NY
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Fentanyl, Crack Cocaine Seized From Apartment In Poughkeepsie, 4 Nabbed: Police Fentanyl, Crack Cocaine Seized From Apartment In Poughkeepsie, 4 Nabbed: Police
Fentanyl, Crack Cocaine Seized From Apartment In Poughkeepsie, 4 Nabbed: Police A months-long drug investigation led to a raid at a Dutchess County apartment, where authorities seized suspected fentanyl, crack cocaine, and drug paraphernalia, police announced. A search warrant was executed on Friday, Feb. 21 at 26 Pershing Ave., Apartment No. 2 in Poughkeepsie by the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department following community complaints about drug activity and other quality-of-life concerns, authorities said. The search led to the seizure of:  Suspected fentanyl and crack cocaine; Packaging materials and scales; Drug paraphernalia; An unspecified amount of c…

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by Ben Crnic
Stafford, VA
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Officers Killed By Gunman Found Dead In Virginia Shed, Police Say Officers Killed By Gunman Found Dead In Virginia Shed, Police Say
Officers Killed By Gunman Found Dead In Virginia Shed, Police Say Virginia is reeling after two police officers were fatally shot while on duty late Friday night and their alleged assailant was found dead, authorities announced. The Virginia Beach Police Department confirmed the devastating news in a statement Saturday, expressing heartbreak and asking for the community's patience as the investigation continues into the shooting shortly before midnight on Feb. 21.  They later identified the officers as Cameron Girvin, who has been with the department since 2020, and Christopher Reese, who has been a member of the agency since 2022. "We mourn the loss of …

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by Zak Failla
Monsey, NY
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Man's Ride Offer To Student At Bus Stop Prompts Investigation In Airmont Man's Ride Offer To Student At Bus Stop Prompts Investigation In Airmont
Man's Ride Offer To Student At Bus Stop Prompts Investigation In Airmont Police launched an investigation after a concerned parent reported that a man in a white SUV offered a ride to a student at a school bus stop in Rockland County, authorities announced. On Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, the Ramapo Police Department received a report from a parent about a concerning interaction at a school bus stop in Airmont, the department announced on Saturday, Feb. 15.  According to police, the parent stated that a male driver of a white SUV stopped at the bus stop and offered a ride to her daughter. The student declined, and the vehicle drove away.  Detectives immed…

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by Ben Crnic
Abingdon, MD
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Woman Left For Dead In Ditch After Hit-Run In Abingdon: Sheriff Woman Left For Dead In Ditch After Hit-Run In Abingdon: Sheriff
Woman Left For Dead In Ditch After Hit-Run In Abingdon: Sheriff A Maryland man is facing multiple charges after allegedly striking a 21-year-old woman with his vehicle in Harford County and leaving her critically injured in a ditch, authorities announced. Lebogang-Ram Motshabi, 25, was arrested in connection with the hit-and-run, which happened shortly before 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9, on S. Tollgate Road near Aiken Terrace in Abingdon, according to the Harford County Sheriff's Office. The victim, identified as Amaya Marie Martise, had reportedly been walking home from Walmart when she was struck by a driver who fled the scene. She remained undiscovered …

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by Zak Failla
Aldie, VA
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Schools Schedule Closures, Early Dismissals In Virginia With Snow Storm Incoming Schools Schedule Closures, Early Dismissals In Virginia With Snow Storm Incoming
Schools Schedule Closures, Early Dismissals In Virginia With Snow Storm Incoming With a snow and ice storm expected to batter Maryland and Virginia, some schools announced that there would be some closures and early dismissals on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Upwards of six inches of snow are expected in parts of the region, forecasters warn, and road conditions are expected to be tricky. Among the schools reported to be altering their dismissal times as of 6:45 p.m. on Monday:  Alexandria Country Day School: Closing at 1:00 PM; Arlington County Public Schools: Closing two hours early; Calvert County Public Schools: Closing two hours early; Christ Chapel Academy: Closed on…

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by Zak Failla
Beltsville, MD
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Lockdown At High Point High School After Large Student Altercation, Police Say Lockdown At High Point High School After Large Student Altercation, Police Say
Lockdown At High Point High School After Large Student Altercation, Police Say An incident involving multiple students at High Point High School in Beltsville led to a temporary lockdown on Wednesday, authorities said. Officers responded to the school around 12:45 p.m. after reports of an altercation, according to Prince George’s County Police. As a precaution, the school was placed on lockdown while officers assessed the situation. Authorities canvassed the school grounds for a possible weapon, though no gunshots were fired, and no injuries were reported, police said. By 2:30 p.m., officers confirmed that dismissal was underway, and the situation was under control.&…

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by Zak Failla
White Plains, NY
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Burglars Targeting Asian Americans, Stealing Cash, Jewelry In Westchester, Police Warn Burglars Targeting Asian Americans, Stealing Cash, Jewelry In Westchester, Police Warn
Burglars Targeting Asian Americans, Stealing Cash, Jewelry In Westchester, Police Warn Authorities are warning residents in Dutchess, Westchester, and Putnam counties about a recent string of residential burglaries targeting Asian Americans and advising them to step up security measures.  In an announcement on Wednesday, Jan. 29, New York State Police said three burglaries have been reported within the past week, specifically targeting homes of Asian American residents.  In two of the incidents, burglars stole large amounts of cash and jewelry. Investigators believe these crimes follow a targeted pattern. State Police are advising all residents—particularly th…

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by Ben Crnic
Crofton, MD
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Home Invader Tries Sexually Assaulting Resident At Crofton Apartment, Police Say Home Invader Tries Sexually Assaulting Resident At Crofton Apartment, Police Say
Home Invader Tries Sexually Assaulting Resident At Crofton Apartment, Police Say A scary early morning home invasion in Anne Arundel County has sparked an intense investigation as police search for a suspect accused of assaulting a woman and attempting to commit a sex offense. On Thursday, Jan. 23, at approximately 1:30 a.m., Western District officers responded to a reported home invasion at an apartment complex in the 1600 block of Park Ridge Circle. 1600 block of Park Ridge Circle in Crofton. Google Maps street view Officers spoke with the victim, an adult woman, who stated that an unknown man entered her residence and assaulted her.  Authorities believe…

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by Zak Failla
White Plains, NY
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Meet Candidates For Westchester County Executive: Here's Special Election Date Meet Candidates For Westchester County Executive: Here's Special Election Date
Meet Candidates For Westchester County Executive: Here's Special Election Date The race for Westchester County Executive is heating up as Democrat Ken Jenkins and Republican Christine Sculti prepare to face off in a special election for the county's top position.  The special election, which will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 11, follows a leadership transition prompted by former County Executive George Latimer's departure to represent New York's 16th Congressional District in Washington. Jenkins, who was named County Executive by the Westchester County Board of Legislators in early January, is currently serving in the role until the election. As a longtime public ser…

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by Ben Crnic
Poughkeepsie, NY
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Poughkeepsie Quadruple Shooting Investigation Leads To 2 More Arrests: Police Poughkeepsie Quadruple Shooting Investigation Leads To 2 More Arrests: Police
Poughkeepsie Quadruple Shooting Investigation Leads To 2 More Arrests: Police The City of Poughkeepsie Police Department has announced additional arrests in the ongoing investigation into a Friday, July 5, 2024, quadruple shooting on Main Street.  According to Det. Lt. Sean McCarthy, after an extensive investigation led by the Detective Division’s Neighborhood Recovery Unit, two individuals now face multiple charges related to the violent attack. The investigation initially resulted in the arrest of Jaimez Freeman on Friday, Dec. 13, 2024, who was charged with one count of attempted murder. However, on Thursday, Jan. 16, police charged Glendale Wright, 18, and S…

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by Kathy Reakes
Stafford, VA
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Teens Accused Of 'Assault By Mob' After Attacking Minor Over Rumor In Stafford, Sheriff Says Teens Accused Of 'Assault By Mob' After Attacking Minor Over Rumor In Stafford, Sheriff Says
Teens Accused Of 'Assault By Mob' After Attacking Minor Over Rumor In Stafford, Sheriff Says A scary scene unfolded in North Stafford on Tuesday afternoon when a pair of teens violently assaulted another minor, according to the sheriff's office. Shortly after 4:15 p.m. on Jan. 14, deputies were called to the Highpointe Subdivision after receiving a call about a juvenile being threatened with a gun during an assault, officials said. The victim told deputies they were confronted by two suspects regarding a rumor while walking home.  During the confrontation, a spokesperson from the sheriff's office said that one teen displayed a firearm before both allegedly attacked the v…

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by Zak Failla
Westminster, MD
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Mailbox Explosions Shake Manchester And Westminster Neighborhoods Overnight: Fire Marshal Mailbox Explosions Shake Manchester And Westminster Neighborhoods Overnight: Fire Marshal
Mailbox Explosions Shake Manchester And Westminster Neighborhoods Overnight: Fire Marshal Investigators are calling for community assistance following a series of explosive mailbox incidents that rocked neighborhoods in Manchester and Westminster over the weekend, officials in Carroll County announced. The string of explosions came to light Sunday, Jan. 12, after the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a damaged mailbox in the 3000 block of Traceys Mill Road.  What started as a single complaint quickly escalated, with investigators uncovering eight additional incidents scattered across the area, including the 4000 block of Wentz Road in Manchester and t…

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by Zak Failla