Investigation Launched After 80-Year-Old Inmate Dies in Maryland Prison

CUMBERLAND, MD—Maryland State Police have commenced an investigation into the death of 80-year-old state prison inmate Ralph Ruark. Ruark, who was serving time at the Western Correctional Institution in Cumberland, was declared…

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Maryland Just Released Illegal Convicted of Dealing Drugs Ignoring Immigration Detainer

Maryland law enforcement officials suspended a prison sentence for an illegal immigrant convicted of drug distribution and then ignored a detainer request for him, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). ICE…

Police and Ambulances Behind Crime Scene Tape

Tense Situation Safely Resolved in Salisbury Following Police Standoff

SALISBURY, MD — A critical incident on Cedar Crossing Road was successfully resolved after several hours of negotiations and tactical operations. The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the situation concluded…

Unidentified Body Found in River At Maryland State Park

MARRIOTTSVILLE, MD — The Maryland Natural Resources Police is calling for public assistance in a deceased missing person case at Patapsco Valley State Park. On Sunday, June 9, at approximately 5:00 PM,…

Illegal Immigrant Arrested in Oklahoma for Murder of Maryland Woman

Harford Co., MD – After an extensive 10-month investigation, authorities have made an arrest in the murder of Rachel Morin, who was killed last summer while hiking in Maryland. Harford County Sheriff…

Maryland Officials Mourn the Loss of Beloved NRP K-9 Badger

On June 6, the Maryland Natural Resources Police bid farewell to K9 Badger, a distinguished member of their team known for his spirited “Honey Badger” personality. Partnered with Sgt. April Sharpeta, K9…

Maryland Man Charged in Multi-State Mail Check Washing Scheme in New Jersey

MONROE, NJ — Chase Pediford, a 23-year-old resident of Owings Mills, Maryland, faces numerous charges relating to a sophisticated mail theft and check washing operation that spanned several states. Detective Stephen Dzema…

Ohio Man Arrested for Pulling Paintball Gun in Maryland Road Rage Incident

WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD—An Ohio resident, James Wells, 39, was arrested this morning by Maryland State Police after he allegedly pointed a paintball pistol at another driver during a road rage incident on…

Ohio Man Arrested for Brandishing Paintball Gun in Maryland Road Rage Incident

WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD – Maryland State Police arrested James Wells, a 39-year-old Ohio resident, this morning following a road rage incident on Interstate 70 in Howard County. Wells was charged with first-degree…

Maryland Man Sentenced to Eight Years for Fatal Drunk Driving Crash

Baltimore, MD – Shakur Latrell Sanders, 29, of Maryland, has been sentenced to eight years in prison after pleading guilty to involuntary manslaughter in a drunk driving incident that resulted in the…

Maryland Father Charged in Death of Two-Year-Old Son

OXON HILL – A child death investigation case in Oxon Hill has led to the arrest of Lance Harrison, 32, charged with the death of his two-year-old son, Kayceson Barkley. The Prince…

Baltimore Madame Indicted on 135 Charges in Maryland Human Trafficking Case

BALTIMORE, MD—Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced the indictment of Kenika Danielle Leach, a 33-year-old Baltimore resident, facing 135 counts related to operating a human trafficking ring. The indictment, issued by a…

Inmate Murdered in Maryland Prison

PRINCESS ANNE, MD — The Maryland State Police Homicide Unit is continuing its investigation into the homicide of a state prison inmate at the Eastern Correctional Institution in Somerset County. The deceased…

Maryland Cop Indicted and Suspended After Strike Pedestrian in Police Cruiser

LAUREL, MD — A grand jury has indicted Corporal Dexter Shin, a suspended patrol officer from Prince George’s County, on one count of misconduct in office today. The indictment relates to an…

Police Conduct Quality of Life Detail in Silver Spring

SILVER SPRING, MD—The Montgomery County Department of Police, alongside the Maryland State Police, recently concluded a three-day high-visibility patrol initiative aimed at curbing crime and enhancing the quality of life around Silver…

Federal Grand Jury Indicts Three in Tri-State Swatting Conspiracy

BALTIMORE, MD — A federal grand jury in Baltimore has issued a superseding indictment against three individuals for their involvement in a series of cyberstalking and threatening incidents across multiple states. Owen…

Maryland Man Arrested for Arson and Attempted Murder After Setting Neighbor’s House Ablaze

CECIL COUNTY, MD (UPDATE) – With the help of the Maryland State Police S.T.A.T.E. Team, a North East man faces serious charges after setting fire to his neighbor’s house early Tuesday morning…

Bomb Threat at State House Leads to Swift Response, No Devices Found

ANNAPOLIS, MD – A bomb threat was reported at the State House on May 15, leading to an urgent response from local authorities. The threat was called in at approximately 3:38 PM…

Deputies Named in Deadly Police Suit that Left Maryland Girl Dead

BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Office of the Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Division (IID) has released the names of the deputies involved in a fatal police pursuit that occurred on Sunday in…

Maryland Man Burned Neighbor’s House With Four People Inside

Cecil County, MD — Joshua Edward Alexander Larkins, 27, of North East, was arrested early Tuesday morning for setting fire to his neighbor’s home while they were inside. The arrest was made…

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