LAUREL, MD—Howard County police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Jakub Mistal, who vanished yesterday afternoon. Mistal was last seen around 2:20 p.m., departing from a business located at the 9300 block of Washington Boulevard in Laurel.
The teen, unfamiliar with the area, left without any means of communication or money. His family is particularly worried as he requires time-sensitive medication that he currently does not have.
Despite ongoing efforts, local authorities have yet to find Mistal. He is described as a white male, standing five feet four inches tall and weighing approximately 125 pounds, with brown eyes and brown hair. Unfortunately, there is no information available regarding his clothing at the time of disappearance.
The police urge anyone who might have seen Mistal or knows of his whereabouts to immediately contact 911.
- Baltimore Police Investigate Deadly Crash on East Franklin Street
BALTIMORE, MD — In the early hours of June 15, 2024, at approximately 1:54 a.m., Baltimore Police officers responded to a single-vehicle accident at the intersection of East Franklin Street and St. Paul Place. Upon arrival, officers found a vehicle that had collided with a utility pole.
The driver, a 38-year-old male, and the passenger, a 35-year-old male, were transported to a local hospital by medics. Despite life-saving efforts, the driver was pronounced deceased at the hospital. The passenger remains in critical yet stable condition.
Initial investigations revealed that the vehicle was traveling westbound on Orleans Street when it lost control, mounted the median separating the eastbound and westbound lanes, struck the westbound curb, and went airborne before crashing into a BGE utility pole.
The Accident Investigation Unit (AIU) detectives have taken over the investigation and are seeking any information that could aid in understanding the circumstances of the accident.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact detectives at 410-396-2606 or dial 911. For those who wish to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted through the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP or by texting a tip via the MCS of Maryland website.
- Baltimore Police Investigate Early Morning Shooting on South Bentalou Street
BALTIMORE, MD — In the early hours of June 15, 2024, at approximately 2:50 a.m., Baltimore Police officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 500 block of South Bentalou Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unidentified male suffering from multiple non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.
The victim was promptly transported by medics to a local hospital, where he is currently receiving treatment for his injuries. The Southwest Shooting detectives have taken over the investigation and are working to gather more information about the incident.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Southwest Shooting detectives at 410-396-2488. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous can call the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-866-7LOCKUP or submit an anonymous text tip through the MCS website. Community assistance is crucial in helping to resolve this case.
- Linden Police Investigate Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash on S. Park Ave
LINDEN, NJ — A fatal motor vehicle crash that occurred on the 1400 block of S. Park Ave is currently under investigation by the Linden Police Department. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 6:45 PM on the evening of June 14, 2024.
Preliminary reports indicate that a Porsche Boxer traveling south on S. Park Ave lost control, veering into the northbound lane. The vehicle struck a utility pole before continuing off the roadway and colliding with a parked cargo trailer. The driver, a 41-year-old man from North Brunswick and the sole occupant of the vehicle, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
S. Park Ave remains closed between Bedle Place and the entrance to the NJ Turnpike as the investigation continues. The Linden Police Traffic Bureau is leading the investigation, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Investigator Michael Rozycki at (908) 474-8505.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
- Woman Shot In Greenbelt Parking Lot
GREENBELT, MD — A shooting occurred on the evening of June 14, 2024, at approximately 8:56 PM in the parking lot of 7913 Mandan Road, according to the Greenbelt Police Department. An adult female victim was found with a gunshot wound and was promptly transported to a local hospital where she is reported to be in stable condition.
Greenbelt Police quickly responded to the scene. While the investigation is ongoing, officers have confirmed that there is no active threat to the community at this time. The police are continuing their efforts to gather information and determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed and report any suspicious activity they may have witnessed around the time of the incident to the Greenbelt Police Department. Further updates will be provided as more details become available.
- Baltimore Police Arrest Teen Carjacker
BALTIMORE, MD — A 17-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a recent carjacking in Baltimore's Eastern District. The arrest occurred on June 14, 2024, following a pursuit by the Baltimore Police Department's MMU detectives.
The incident unfolded at approximately 4:45 p.m. when detectives spotted the carjacked vehicle traveling southbound on Belair Road. The vehicle attempted to evade police, eventually fleeing into an adjacent alley where the occupants exited the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot.
The driver, a 17-year-old male, was apprehended by detectives. He was then transported to the Central Booking and Intake Facility for processing. The swift response by the Baltimore Police highlights ongoing efforts to address and curb vehicular crimes in the city. Further details on the incident and subsequent legal proceedings are pending.
- Democrat Candidate Created Fake Facebook Profile to Harass Himself, Claim Victim
In an unusual twist to political campaigning, Taral Patel, a 30-year-old Democratic candidate for the Fort Bend County Commission Precinct 3 in the Houston suburbs, has been charged with online impersonation and misrepresentation of identity. These allegations have emerged following accusations that Patel created fake online personas to launch racist and xenophobic attacks against himself.
The charges stem from a Facebook post dated September 18, 2023, in which Patel included a collage of various inflammatory social media posts. These posts contained anti-Asian, anti-Pakistani, anti-Indian, anti-Hindu, anti-Chinese, anti-George Soros, anti-taxation, anti-Democrat, anti-curry, and anti-communist content. The posts appeared to praise Christianity, America, and the GOP, while also supporting the Republican incumbent running against Patel.
Patel's Facebook post not only highlighted his campaign but also claimed that the racist attacks were linked to supporters of the incumbent and reflective of broader trends within Republican Party politics. This action has led to serious legal and ethical questions about the methods used in his campaign strategy.
Patel now faces one count of online impersonation, a third-degree felony, and one count of misrepresentation of identity, a Class A misdemeanor. The case brings to light the complex dynamics of political campaigns in an increasingly digital age and raises concerns about the authenticity and integrity of online discourse in political contexts. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.