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Cumberland police make multiple arrests during recent crime spree

Cumberland, MD – Justin David Crabtree Jr, 24, was arrested on Wednesday for an alleged assault that occurred on October 18. Officers responded to a report of domestic violence at a Broadway Circle residence where a female victim reported being assaulted and sustaining minor injuries.

Crabtree fled before police arrived. Following an application for charges, an arrest warrant was issued and he was taken before a District Court Commissioner where he was released on a $2,500 unsecured bond.

In another incident, Michael Samuel Cox, 35, was arrested the same day on an active warrant for a burglary that took place on October 20. Officers responding to a Hanover Street residence discovered damage to the door frame and learned that Cox allegedly entered the home and stole cash.

Cox was subsequently taken before a District Court Commissioner and remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center without bond.

Eric Leighton Brewington, 25, was arrested Wednesday under a Bench Warrant issued for failing to comply with court orders related to previous charges. He was taken before a District Court Commissioner and is currently being held without bond.

Eric Roger Marmaduke, 56, was also taken into custody the same day on a Bench Warrant for violating the terms of his probation related to a trespassing conviction. Following his court appearance, he is being held on a $500 bond at the Allegany County Detention Center.

Cumberland man arrested for trespassing while drinking alcohol

Cumberland, MD Officers from the Cumberland Police Department apprehended a man for trespassing on Saturday. Woodrow Dean was found in a restricted area consuming an alcoholic beverage.

Dean was charged with trespassing and an open container violation. He was issued a criminal citation and a civil citation before being released pending trial.

In a separate incident the same day, police responded to a report of an assault on Fairview Avenue. Myron Battle was arrested on charges of first-degree assault, second-degree assault, and reckless endangerment.

Battle was taken into custody and transported to the Allegany County Detention Center, where he is being held without bond.

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Vehicle pursuit ends in chaos as suspect eludes capture

Salisbury, MD A vehicle pursuit involving the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office and the Delaware State Police began on Thursday. The incident commenced when Troopers requested assistance while chasing a stolen vehicle.

During the pursuit, the suspect crashed in Delaware, exited the vehicle, and stole another car to flee into Wicomico County. The suspect was pursued into Maryland but lost shortly after entering the area.

Wicomico County deputies searched for the black minivan involved in the incident. Deputies located the minivan in a gas station parking lot, where the driver attempted to evade arrest.

When attempted to be contacted, the driver fled, resulting in another chase. This pursuit extended into roads across Dorchester County and Caroline County, ultimately returning to a portion of Delaware.

As the chase reached more congested areas in Denton, the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office made the decision to terminate the pursuit for public safety.

The investigation is ongoing, with deputies and Troopers from the Delaware State Police working to identify the suspect. Charges will follow once the individual is known.

Baltimore man wins $30,226 to fund early retirement

Baltimore, MD A Baltimore man will retire in 2026 thanks to a $30,226 win on the Maryland Lottery’s Racetrax game. He claimed his winnings on Thursday after purchasing his winning ticket at the Marriottsville Crown gas station in Randallstown.

His last day of work will be January 15. He plans to take a Caribbean cruise in November before his retirement begins.

He expressed that the Racetrax winnings will help ensure his finances are in order for the transition ahead. He aims to stay active with travel and activities post-retirement.

He credited his parents for teaching him the importance of saving. The winner, a long-time player of Racetrax, previously attended horse races in Laurel but has not visited a track in 15 years.

He expressed his intention to continue playing Racetrax, hinting at a potential return to the lottery office soon. The gas station that sold the ticket will receive a bonus of $302.26 from the win.

Lottery player claims $50,000 prize after spontaneous ticket purchase

Baltimore, MD A resident of Westminster visited Lottery headquarters to claim a top prize of $50,000 from a scratch-off ticket. The winner described this as the largest prize she has ever won.

She purchased her ticket on a whim while at Sam’s Wine & Spirits because she noticed a jackpot sign.

The winner chose the “$” ticket, which had only a few remaining, standing out to her.

Excitement filled her as she revealed the winning numbers on the ticket.

Visibly shocked, she recounted the moment saying it gave her goosebumps.

The scratch-off game she played was launched in December 2023, with seven other top prizes previously claimed.

Sam’s Wine & Spirits is located at 11130 Reisterstown Road in Owings Mills. The business received a $500 bonus for selling the top prize ticket.