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Maryland Stairwell Showdown Ends With Tires Slashed, Man Stabbed In Face: Police Maryland Stairwell Showdown Ends With Tires Slashed, Man Stabbed In Face: Police
Maryland Stairwell Showdown Ends With Tires Slashed, Man Stabbed In Face: Police A drug-fueled stairwell dispute in Maryland turned violent fast, ending with a man stabbed in the face and two suspects now behind bars. Destiny Iyonna Lesueur, 25, and Eric Dewayne Harris Jr., 27, are both facing attempted murder charges following a lengthy investigation into a Silver Spring stabbing earlier this year, according to the Montgomery County Department of Police. The chaos kicked off shortly after 4:20 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28, in the 11500 block of February Circle in Silver Spring, when a resident confronted the two as they were smoking a controlled dangerous substance in the…
Feds Foil Man's Molotov Cocktail Attack On Palestinian Activist: DOJ Feds Foil Man's Molotov Cocktail Attack On Palestinian Activist: DOJ
Feds Foil Man's Molotov Cocktail Attack On Palestinian Activist: DOJ A 26-year-old Hoboken man has been arrested and charged after being found in possession of Molotov cocktails with plans to target a Palestinian activist, federal officials announced Friday, March 27. Alexander Heifler was planning to use the improvised incendiary devices targeting another person's residence, U.S. Attorney Robert Frazer said. He is charged with unlawful possession of destructive devices and one count of making destructive devices, Frazer said. Nerdeen Kiswani, the co-founder of Within our Lifetime, said she was the planned target of Heifler's attack in a post on X. "La…
‘Physically And Emotionally Demanding’: DMV Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Third Vandalism Attack ‘Physically And Emotionally Demanding’: DMV Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Third Vandalism Attack
‘Physically And Emotionally Demanding’: DMV Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Third Vandalism Attack Moo Moo Cows is back open in Maryland —  again — after the owners took a few days to clean up from another vandalism incident. The popular ice cream shop reopened on Wednesday, Sept. 3 after it was targeted by vandals for a third time last week, leaving them left picking up the pieces. The latest incident was reported between 1:15 a.m. and 1:40 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 26. They reopen at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, and will be serving until 9 p.m. "The multiple attacks against our shop over the last three weeks have been physically and emotionally demanding on the Moo Moo Cows' family," the ow…
Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Vicious Vandal Attacks In DMV: 'They Didn't Break Our Spirit' Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Vicious Vandal Attacks In DMV: 'They Didn't Break Our Spirit'
Ice Cream Shop Reopens After Vicious Vandal Attacks In DMV: 'They Didn't Break Our Spirit' Shattered glass. Smashed cases. Two attacks in seven days. But the scoops at Moo Moo Cows are back in Maryland. Moo Moo Cows is back up and running, serving "cow-to-cone ice cream," hot dogs, brats, snowballs, and other Baltimore favorites after vandals smashed the storefront.  "They broke our windows (twice), but they didn't break our spirit!" the owners posted on Facebook. "Moo Moo Cows is open all week Wed. thru Sun. (1 p.m. to 9 p.m.)  Come by and share in sweet success and celebration."  The second attack was reported early on Aug. 8 when three people smashed through th…
Anti-Semitic Vandal Who Targeted Jewish-Owned Maryland Shop Is Apparently Johns Hopkins Tech Anti-Semitic Vandal Who Targeted Jewish-Owned Maryland Shop Is Apparently Johns Hopkins Tech
Anti-Semitic Vandal Who Targeted Jewish-Owned Maryland Shop Is Apparently Johns Hopkins Tech New details have emerged in an apparent Anti-Semitic incident involving a Jewish-owned business. Jonathon Wagner, who was arrested and charged in Baltimore County for breaking a security camera and vandalizing Kitchen Designs by Idan on Falls Road with "faux blood," has been outed as an echocardiogram tech at Johns Hopkins Hospital by the advocacy organization StopAntisemitism. The incident happened on store owner Idan Tzameret's 42nd birthday.  Wagner's LinkedIn profile says he has 11 years of experience as an echocardiogram technologist. His profile features a photo of him in scrubs with…
Man Carried Out Late-Night Hate Crime On Jewish-Owned Storefront In DMV: Police Man Carried Out Late-Night Hate Crime On Jewish-Owned Storefront In DMV: Police
Man Carried Out Late-Night Hate Crime On Jewish-Owned Storefront In DMV: Police A Maryland man is facing hate crime-related charges after police say he targeted a Jewish-owned, Israel-supporting business with a late-night vandalism attack. Baltimore County Police arrested 39-year-old Jonathon Wagner in connection with the destruction of property at Kitchen Designs by Idan on Falls Road earlier this week, authorities announced.  Investigators said the store owner had displayed Israeli flags outside the business, which the vandalism was directed toward. Kitchen Design by Idan Facebook via Caren Shalom Levin Police said the attack happened just before mi…
Historic Virginia Landmark Defaced With Political Graffiti, Police Investigating Historic Virginia Landmark Defaced With Political Graffiti, Police Investigating
Historic Virginia Landmark Defaced With Political Graffiti, Police Investigating See anything?  The Mary Washington Monument in Fredericksburg was defaced with graffiti, and police are asking for the public's help to find whoever is responsible, officials said. Fredericksburg Police said on Tuesday the vandalism was discovered at the historic site earlier this week.  Black spray paint reading "ANTIFA" and an anarchy symbol were found across the base of the monument, which sits at 1500 Washington Ave. in Fredericksburg "We are asking for the public’s help in providing any information that may assist in the investigation," Fredericksburg Police said. Anyone w…
Drunk Man Breaks Into Ex’s Virginia Home, Leaves With Booze: Sheriff Drunk Man Breaks Into Ex’s Virginia Home, Leaves With Booze: Sheriff
Drunk Man Breaks Into Ex’s Virginia Home, Leaves With Booze: Sheriff A 32-year-old man is facing charges in Virginia after deputies say he broke into his ex-girlfriend’s home while drunk — then drove away with booze in the car. The incident happened around 7 p.m. on Friday, July 11, when deputies were called to Randolph Road for a reported breaking and entering, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office said. According to the victim, her ex-boyfriend showed up at the house “in an intoxicated state.” He allegedly broke off an exterior security camera, then tried to get in through a side door, but it was locked. “After realizing the door was locked, the suspect br…
Caught On Camera: Woman Vandalizes Tesla Outside Area High School (VIDEO) Caught On Camera: Woman Vandalizes Tesla Outside Area High School (VIDEO)
Caught On Camera: Woman Vandalizes Tesla Outside Area High School (Video) She looked around to make sure no one was watching — but the car was. Montgomery County Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a woman who was caught on camera vandalizing a Tesla in Bethesda on the morning of Tuesday, July 8, according to investigators. It happened around 10:15 a.m. in the Walter Johnson High School parking lot, located in the 6400 block of Rock Spring Drive, police said. mcpdmedia “The female suspect approached the 2023 Tesla... and used an unknown object to vandalize the side of the vehicle before leaving the scene,” police said. The crime…
88 MPH Police Pursuit Ends In DUI Driver’s Backyard In Virginia: Sheriff 88 MPH Police Pursuit Ends In DUI Driver’s Backyard In Virginia: Sheriff
88 MPH Police Pursuit Ends In DUI Driver’s Backyard In Virginia: Sheriff A Stafford County man took the phrase “home safe” a little too literally after a high-speed chase ended in his own backyard, authorities said. Kenneth Jones, 26, of Stafford, was arrested early Wednesday morning after allegedly leading deputies on a wild pursuit that ended with him plowing through his neighbors’ yards and crashing near his home, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office said. Around 12:15 a.m. on July 9, a deputy was heading southbound on Deacon Road when he clocked a Dodge Dart speeding north at 77 mph in a 45 mph zone.  When the deputy tried to stop the car, the driver h…
'Burn That Sh—!' DC Protester Who Torched American Flag Learns Fate In Court 'Burn That Sh—!' DC Protester Who Torched American Flag Learns Fate In Court
'Burn That Sh—!' DC Protester Who Torched American Flag Learns Fate In Court He doused it in lighter fluid. He set it on fire. He yelled for a better lighter. Now, he’s learning his fate. A North Carolina man who sparked outrage by burning an American flag during a demonstration outside Union Station in Washington, DC has been sentenced, federal prosecutors announced. Michael Snow Jr., 25, of Durham, was sentenced to four months of probation, 40 hours of community service, and ordered to pay $525 in restitution after pleading guilty to destruction of government property. The incident happened on July 24, 2024, when protesters gathered in Columbus Circle in front o…
Possible Stalker Who Crashed Into Jennifer Aniston's Front Gate Posted Online About Her Possible Stalker Who Crashed Into Jennifer Aniston's Front Gate Posted Online About Her
Possible Stalker Who Crashed Into Jennifer Aniston's Front Gate Posted Online About Her A man who drove through the front gate of actress Jennifer Aniston’s residence in Los Angeles posted numerous times about her online, and police are reportedly investigating it as a possible stalking incident. According to authorities, the incident occurred around 12:20 p.m. local time Monday afternoon, May 5, in Bel Air. He was held at the scene by a private security guard, who removed him from the vehicle until law enforcement arrived, according to ABC 7 Los Angeles. Los Angeles Police say the 56-year-old Friends star was inside her residence during the incident. On Tuesday, May 6,…
Vandals Break Into Virginia Zoo, Trash Exhibits, Terrify Animals With Joyride (VIDEO) Vandals Break Into Virginia Zoo, Trash Exhibits, Terrify Animals With Joyride (VIDEO)
Vandals Break Into Virginia Zoo, Trash Exhibits, Terrify Animals With Joyride (Video) A pack of late-night vandals broke into a Northern Virginia zoo, damaged animal enclosures, and took work vehicles for a joyride — all while terrifying the animals, officials said. The chaos unfolded overnight on Tuesday, April 15, at the NOVA Wild Zoo, a popular family destination in Fairfax County. According to zoo management, several people forced their way into the park, caused damage to multiple exhibits, and even got into the capybara enclosure. The intruders then took work vehicles and rode recklessly through the property. Staff returned to find the aftermath — broken fencing, trash…
Virginia Protester Who Painted ‘HAMAS IS COMIN’ On Union Station Statue Sentenced In DC Virginia Protester Who Painted ‘HAMAS IS COMIN’ On Union Station Statue Sentenced In DC
Virginia Protester Who Painted ‘Hamas IS Comin’ On Union Station Statue Sentenced In DC A Virginia man who defaced a federal monument in Washington, DC, with a pro-Hamas message during a protest outside Union Station is heading to prison for a short stay, according to federal officials. Zaid Mohammed Mahdawi, 26, of Richmond, was sentenced on Friday, April 4, to 10 days in federal prison and six months of supervised release after pleading guilty to destruction of government property, the US Attorney’s Office for DC announced. The incident happened on July 24, 2024, during a protest rally at Columbus Circle.  Around 3:30 p.m., Mahdawi climbed onto the Columbus statue and …
Layoffs Hit Pandemic-Era Heights As Musk Slashes Federal Jobs, Trump's Widespread Tariffs Begin Layoffs Hit Pandemic-Era Heights As Musk Slashes Federal Jobs, Trump's Widespread Tariffs Begin
Layoffs Hit Pandemic-Era Heights As Musk Slashes Federal Jobs, Trump's Widespread Tariffs Begin The US saw one of its largest waves of layoffs in decades, fueled by billionaire Elon Musk's efforts to purge the federal government, as markets fear the financial impacts of President Donald Trump's sweeping new tariffs. US employers announced 275,240 job cuts in March, outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas said on Thursday, Apr. 3. That's the third-highest monthly amount since Challenger began tracking layoffs in 1989, only surpassed by the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in April and May of 2020. So far in 2025, employers have announced 497,052 job cuts — the highe…
Tesla Misses The Mark: Car Deliveries Fall Short As Elon Musk Loses Key Political Fight Tesla Misses The Mark: Car Deliveries Fall Short As Elon Musk Loses Key Political Fight
Tesla Misses The Mark: Car Deliveries Fall Short As Elon Musk Loses Key Political Fight Tesla has delivered significantly fewer vehicles to start 2025 amid its biggest sales drop in years, as the company led by billionaire Elon Musk faces massive protests, boycotts, and production delays. Tesla reported 336,681 vehicle deliveries worldwide in the first quarter of 2025, the electric automaker said in a news release on Wednesday, April 2. Those deliveries are down 13% from 386,810 vehicles in the first quarter of 2024. The Austin, Texas-based company blamed the shortfall on upgrades to manufacturing facilities. "While the changeover of Model Y lines across a…
Elon Musk Says Tesla Vandalism Linked To Trans Activism Following Daughter’s Public Criticism Elon Musk Says Tesla Vandalism Linked To Trans Activism Following Daughter’s Public Criticism
Elon Musk Says Tesla Vandalism Linked To Trans Activism Following Daughter’s Public Criticism The same day that his trans daughter slammed him in a magazine interview, Elon Musk is linking the national spree of vandalism against Tesla cars and dealerships to trans activists.  The billionaire tech mogul, now a central figure in former President Donald Trump’s fight against the bureaucratic state, took to X to amplify posts alleging that most suspects arrested in connection with the attacks are trans or nonbinary.  What are the statistics on trans violence?The probability of a trans person being violent appears to be vastly higher than non-trans. Hormone injections cause …
Swastikas Discovered At Virginia Schools In Separate Vandalism Cases, Police Say Swastikas Discovered At Virginia Schools In Separate Vandalism Cases, Police Say
Swastikas Discovered At Virginia Schools In Separate Vandalism Cases, Police Say Police in Prince William County are investigating multiple incidents of vandalism involving swastikas and other offensive drawings at two local schools, authorities announced. The latest act of vandalism was reported on Wednesday, March 19, at Ronald Reagan Middle School in Haymarket, marking the second incident in the building in less than a week, according to the Prince William County Police Department. Investigators say a school resource officer was notified around 7:57 a.m. that a swastika and derogatory language had been drawn on a bathroom stall. A similar act of vandalism was reporte…
Rioter Who Spray-Painted Pro-Gaza Graffiti In DC Learns Fate In Court Rioter Who Spray-Painted Pro-Gaza Graffiti In DC Learns Fate In Court
Rioter Who Spray-Painted Pro-Gaza Graffiti In DC Learns Fate In Court A Baltimore County woman who was caught on video spray-painting pro-Gaza graffiti on federal property outside Union Station in DC will avoid jail time after being sentenced to probation, officials announced. Isabella Giordano, 21, of Towson, was sentenced Wednesday, March 19, to six months of probation and ordered to pay $500 in restitution after pleading guilty to destruction of government property, according to the US Attorney’s Office. From about 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. on July 24, 2024, demonstrators who had gathered in Columbus Circle pulled down flags affixed to the flagpoles; burned flag…
Teen Caught Red (And White) Handed In Fairfax County Graffiti Spree, Police Say Teen Caught Red (And White) Handed In Fairfax County Graffiti Spree, Police Say
Teen Caught Red (And White) Handed In Fairfax County Graffiti Spree, Police Say A teenager with a knack for destruction is facing criminal charges after officers caught him red handed vandalizing property in Virginia, authorities said. Fairfax County police say the 16-year-old suspect is responsible for more than 50 incidents of graffiti and property damage targeting businesses and personal property across the West Springfield District. The investigation began on the morning of Wednesday, March 12, when officers were called to the 6000 block of Burke Centre Parkway after reports of hate-based graffiti appearing on multiple properties. Fairfax County Police Dep…
Teen Burglar Popped Up Like 'Whack-A-Mole' Before Arrest Near Virginia Vape Shop, Sheriff Says Teen Burglar Popped Up Like 'Whack-A-Mole' Before Arrest Near Virginia Vape Shop, Sheriff Says
Teen Burglar Popped Up Like 'Whack-a-mole' Before Arrest Near Virginia Vape Shop, Sheriff Says Talk about bad timing. A Stafford County teen picked the worst moment to poke his head out of a vape shop—right as a deputy was rolling by, according to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office. The bizarre bust happened around 1:30 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 24, at Crystal Smoke and Vape along Richmond Highway. Deputies said they were patrolling the area when a glass break alarm went off at the shop, and as they approached, they found the front door completely shattered. Then, like something straight out of a "Whack-A-Mole" game, a spokesperson from the sheriff's office said that the suspect’s hea…
Party Crasher Caught After Shattering Window, Leaving Cell Phone Behind Before Virginia DUI Party Crasher Caught After Shattering Window, Leaving Cell Phone Behind Before Virginia DUI
Party Crasher Caught After Shattering Window, Leaving Cell Phone Behind Before Virginia DUI A Stafford man’s attempt to crash a birthday party ended with him being tracked down by police for DUI after leaving behind a crucial piece of evidence—his cell phone. Deputies were called to the Days Inn Motel on Simpson Road around 12:50 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 17, for reports of a disturbance, according to the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office. Party guests told police that while celebrating a birthday, someone began aggressively pounding on their door before shattering a nearby window. Surveillance footage revealed the suspect—wearing light jeans and a dark jacket—kicking the window before …
Trio Of Masked Men Target Three Virginia Smoke Shops In Overnight Burglary Spree: Police Trio Of Masked Men Target Three Virginia Smoke Shops In Overnight Burglary Spree: Police
Trio Of Masked Men Target Three Virginia Smoke Shops In Overnight Burglary Spree: Police Three smoke shops in Woodbridge were hit in a string of early morning burglaries on Sunday, and police believe the same suspects may be responsible. The first incident was reported at Crystal Smoke & Vape on Cardinal Drive, where officers responded at 3:53 a.m. to investigate an alarm activation. Police found a damaged glass window, but no entry was made, and nothing was reported stolen. Minutes later, at 4:06 a.m., officers were called to the Exotic Smoke Shop on Minnieville Road, where a shattered side glass window indicated forced entry.  Surveillance footage revealed three men…
Swastika, Inappropriate Images Found Inside Classroom At Virginia High School: Police Swastika, Inappropriate Images Found Inside Classroom At Virginia High School: Police
Swastika, Inappropriate Images Found Inside Classroom At Virginia High School: Police A disturbing act of vandalism has prompted an investigation at Patriot High School in Nokesville after inappropriate images, including a swastika, were found inside a classroom. The incident was reported to the School Resource Officer on Monday, Dec. 11, according to the Prince William County Police Department, and the officer discovered the symbols drawn on a partition inside the classroom, police said. The markings, which included the swastika and other inappropriate images, did not contain threats directed at students or staff, authorities noted.  No other vandalism was reported el…
'Armed, Dangerous' Spotsylvania Shooting Suspect Apprehended, Sheriff Says 'Armed, Dangerous' Spotsylvania Shooting Suspect Apprehended, Sheriff Says
'Armed, Dangerous' Spotsylvania Shooting Suspect Apprehended, Sheriff Says A potentially armed and dangerous 18-year-old wanted in connection to a Spotsylvania shooting has been apprehended, authorities announced. Detectives from the Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office issued a new alert on Tuesday, Dec. 10 regarding Jahvel "Vel" Antonio Littleford, who is wanted in connection to a shooting last week that left his 22-year-old victim with critical injuries. Now, Littleford is in custody. Deputies from the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office responded to the 8100 block of Cherry Tree Drive on Wednesday, Dec. 4, around 7 p.m., following a report of a shooting. Upon…
Armed And Dangerous: Search Intensifies For Teen Wanted In Spotsylvania Shooting Armed And Dangerous: Search Intensifies For Teen Wanted In Spotsylvania Shooting
Armed And Dangerous: Search Intensifies For Teen Wanted In Spotsylvania Shooting A potentially armed and dangerous 18-year-old remains at large a week after a woman was shot several times in Spotsylvania and hospitalized in in serious, but stable condition. Detectives from the Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office issued a new alert on Tuesday, Dec. 10 regarding Jahvel "Vel" Antonio Littleford, who is wanted in connection to a shooting last week that left his 22-year-old victim with critical injuries. Deputies from the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office responded to the 8100 block of Cherry Tree Drive on Wednesday, Dec. 4, around 7 p.m., following a report of a shooting.…
Protester Who Sparked Outrage, Burned American Flag During DC Demonstration Charged: Feds Protester Who Sparked Outrage, Burned American Flag During DC Demonstration Charged: Feds
Protester Who Sparked Outrage, Burned American Flag During DC Demonstration Charged: Feds A demonstration at Union Station in DC turned fiery when a protester set an American flag ablaze, leading to federal charges, authorities announced. Michael Snow Jr., 24, of Durham, North Carolina, is accused of torching the flag during a July 24 protest in Columbus Circle that spiraled into chaos. Court documents allege Snow destroyed the flag as a crowd surrounded him, chanting “Burn that sh--!” moments after the flag was torn down by others.  The protest reportedly involved pulling down flags, burning objects, spraying graffiti on statues and structures, and obstructing law enforce…
Racial Slurs Found Etched Into Table At Virginia High School: Police Racial Slurs Found Etched Into Table At Virginia High School: Police
Racial Slurs Found Etched Into Table At Virginia High School: Police Authorities are investigating a disturbing case of vandalism at a Prince William County school after racial slurs were found etched into a classroom table, officials said. On Wednesday, Dec. 4, at 8 a.m., the School Resource Officer at Brentsville High School, located in the 12000 block of Aden Road, was alerted to the vandalism, according to police. Investigators from the Prince William County Police Department determined that the hateful markings, which contained no threats, had been scratched into the countertop of a table.  School staff promptly removed the graffiti, officials sai…
Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Inside Virginia High School Bathroom: Police Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Inside Virginia High School Bathroom: Police
Anti-Semitic Graffiti Found Inside Virginia High School Bathroom: Police An investigation has been launched after swastikas and vulgar language were found etched in a bathroom stall inside a Prince William County school.  The School Resource Officer assigned to Colgan High School on Dumfries Road in Manassas was alerted to hateful graffiti that was found shortly after students arrived for class on Friday, Nov. 15, prompting an investigation. According to the Prince William County Police Department, officers found swastikas and vulgar language etched onto the bathroom stall door, though there were no threats, and no additional vandalism was reported. School…
Trash Bag-Wearing Man Busted Breaking Into Popular Virginia Coffee Shop: Police Trash Bag-Wearing Man Busted Breaking Into Popular Virginia Coffee Shop: Police
Trash Bag-Wearing Man Busted Breaking Into Popular Virginia Coffee Shop: Police A popular Fredericksburg coffee spot did not miss a beat after a trash bag-wearing man vandalized the business. Roger Ruffner, 66, couldn't wait to get his caffeine fix on Monday morning, and broke dozens of window panels at Hyperion Espresso during a strange scene that played out in the 300 block of William Street. The incident was reported shortly before 3 a.m. on Nov. 4.  Upon arrival, police say that officers found Ruffner standing in front of the building, wearing a trash bag and holding a plastic pole and broomstick.  According to the Fredericksburg Police Department, Ruff…
Hamas Supporter From Alexandria Charged For Vandalizing Loudoun County Starbucks: Sheriff Hamas Supporter From Alexandria Charged For Vandalizing Loudoun County Starbucks: Sheriff
Hamas Supporter From Alexandria Charged For Vandalizing Loudoun County Starbucks: Sheriff An Alexandria man has been charged in connection to a series of pro-Hamas, anti-Israel, anti-American messages that were spray-painted on Starbucks locations in Loudoun County earlier this year, authorities announced. Phillip Michael Igyarto, 30, has been charged in connection to the vandalism of two Starbucks locations in Ashburn last May, and he was also linked to other businesses in the area. An "intensive investigation" was launched earlier this year when pro-Hamas, anti-Israel, and anti-American graffiti was discovered six times at four Starbucks locations in Ashburn on May 3…