Virginia man sentenced to six years for kidnapping and strangling ex-girlfriend in D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A Virginia man has been sentenced to six years in prison after being convicted of kidnapping and assaulting his former girlfriend during a violent overnight ordeal that began in…

DC man found murdered in apartment

Man shot dead inside North Capitol Street apartment in early morning killing Washington, DC — A man was found shot to death inside a North Capitol Street apartment early Friday morning, triggering…

ICE Says Merry Christmas to America with Arrests of More Violent Criminal Illegal Aliens

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrests of several convicted violent offenders living in the country illegally, describing the operation as a year-end effort to protect American…

Powerball Results: Jackpot surges to $1.6 billion, one of the largest in U.S. history tonight

Trenton, NJ – The Powerball jackpot has climbed to an estimated $1.6 billion after no ticket matched all six numbers in Saturday night’s drawing, making Monday’s prize one of the largest ever…

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Pedestrian struck and injured on South Military Highway in Chesapeake

Chesapeake, VA – A woman was hospitalized after being hit by a vehicle Saturday evening at the intersection of South Military Highway and George Washington Highway, according to Chesapeake Police. Officers responded…

Utah woman sentenced to 50 years for murdering parents and attempting to kill brother

Utah woman sentenced to 50 years for murdering parents and attempting to kill brother Washington, UT Mia Bailey, 30, was sentenced to two consecutive terms of 25 years to life for the…

Booker and Kim push for more gun restrictions, federal firearms license

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senators Cory Booker and Andy Kim, both Democrats from New Jersey, have reintroduced the Federal Firearm Licensing Act, a bill designed to create a national licensing system for gun…

Up to 15 juveniles mob victim for Jordans and Carhartt in DC robbery

Group of juveniles wanted after late-night robbery in Northeast DC Washington, DC — A swarm of up to 15 juveniles is being sought by police after a late-night robbery on Thursday in…

Capitol Heights man busted in fatal shooting of DC resident

Man arrested in fatal Columbia Heights shooting that left victim clinging to life for two days Washington, DC — A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting inside…

DC teen girl arrested after ambush-style robbery left victim at gunpoint

Teen busted in setup-style armed robbery in Southeast DC as two suspects remain on the run Washington, DC — A late-night meetup in Southeast turned into an armed robbery when a victim…

Young man shot dead in Baltimore killer caught within hours

Teen fatally shot in Baltimore hours before 22-year-old suspect is arrested Baltimore, MD – The sun had barely set in South Baltimore when gunfire rang out on Harman Avenue, ending the life…

Baltimore man arrested hours after fatal shooting in city’s southern district

BALTIMORE, MD – Baltimore Police have arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with a deadly shooting last week in the city’s Southern District. Investigators identified the suspect as Devin Shadle, who they…

Salvadoran immigrant sentenced in Virginia for illegal firearm possession and MS-13 ties

ALEXANDRIA, VA – A 23-year-old Salvadoran national was sentenced to one year in federal prison after being found in possession of a firearm while unlawfully in the United States, according to the…

Paramus mourns loss of retired Special Police Officer Sisto Antonio Caravella

PARAMUS, NJ – The Paramus Police Department announced the passing of retired Special Police Officer Sisto Antonio Caravella, a respected member of the department who dedicated 28 years of service to the…

Hospital tip leads to arrest in February Southeast DC shooting

Suspect arrested in Southern Avenue shooting after victim’s hospital visit WASHINGTON, DC — A man was arrested Tuesday in connection with a February shooting in Southeast Washington that left a man injured…

Drug Dealing Illegal Alien Used Barbershop as Front for Retail Cocaine Business

NORTH CHESTERFIELD, VA – A joint investigation between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Virginia State Police led to the arrest of a 38-year-old Dominican Republic national accused of selling cocaine…

Calvert deputies log 2,152 calls and 53 arrests in busy first week of December

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – Calvert County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to 2,152 calls for service from December 1 through December 7, handling a range of incidents from thefts and drug offenses to…

Man fires 17 shots at clerk trying to stop fight in Missouri store

Man fires 17 shots at clerk trying to stop fight in Missouri store Kansas City, MO A convenience store clerk was shot multiple times while attempting to break up a fight at…

Middle schoolers nabbed after failed mugging in DC

Teens busted in broad daylight school route attack in Northeast DC Washington, DC – A quiet afternoon walk home from school turned violent in Northeast as three young teens allegedly ambushed a…

Armed thieves snatch French bulldog puppies in DC break-in

Armed burglars steal three French bulldog puppies during home invasion in Northeast DC WASHINGTON, DC — A search is underway for three stolen French bulldog puppies after armed suspects broke into a…

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