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Three Arrested in Connection with Fatal July Shooting
Three Arrested in Connection with Fatal July Shooting
**Upper Marlboro, MD** – The Prince George’s County Police Department has apprehended three individuals linked to a fatal shooting in late July. The suspects include 22-year-old Samuel Nnam from Upper Marlboro and two 17-year-old males, one from Hyattsville and the other from Greenbelt. They face adult charges for the murder of 23-year-old Jordan Swan of Bowie.
Officers responded to a shooting that occurred on July 29 at around 1:55 p.m. The incident took place in the 8500 block of Greenbelt Road, located in the unincorporated area of Greenbelt. Upon arrival, police found Swan with gunshot wounds in the parking lot of an apartment building. Swan was transported to a hospital, where he was declared dead shortly after.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the suspects shot Swan during a robbery. It was also established that Nnam was acquainted with the victim.
The three suspects are charged with first and second degree murder along with related charges. Currently, they remain in the custody of the Department of Corrections without bond. Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact the Homicide Unit at 301-516
Maryland Lottery Player Wins $40,000 in Mega Millions Drawing
Maryland Lottery Player Wins $40,000 in Mega Millions Drawing
**Greenbelt, MD** – A lottery player in Greenbelt secured a $40,000 third-tier win in the Mega Millions drawing on Sunday. This success came by leveraging the Megaplier option, turning a $10,000 prize into four times the amount.
The numbers drawn were 5, 35, 50, 51, and 59, with a Mega Ball of 8. The winning ticket featuring the 4x Megaplier was purchased at Greenbelt Shell, located at 8711 Greenbelt Road, Prince George’s County.
While no jackpot was claimed, over 21,000 Maryland Lottery players won prizes ranging from $2 to $500. The next Mega Millions drawing on Friday now boasts a jackpot of $453 million.
When claiming prizes exceeding $25,000, winners must visit the Maryland Lottery Customer Resource Center in Baltimore by appointment. Lesser amounts can be redeemed at the cashier windows in any of Maryland’s six casinos. Mega Millions tickets are available in 47 states and jurisdictions.
Robbery Near Morrison Drive Under Investigation
Robbery Near Morrison Drive Under Investigation
**Greenbelt, MD** – A strong-armed robbery took place on Wednesday near 7000 Morrison Drive at approximately 3:30 p.m. The suspect is described as a black male, standing 5’9″ with a medium build, who assaulted and robbed the victim.
The item stolen was a mailbox master key. The suspect reportedly fled the scene in a vehicle resembling a silver Dodge Charger.
Authorities are seeking assistance from the public for additional information that could lead to the arrest of the suspect. Detective Wynkoop can be contacted at 240-542-2135, or via email at xwynkoop@greenbeltmd.gov.
Alternatively, individuals with information are encouraged to reach out to the Greenbelt Police Department at 301-474-7200.
