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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Charge in Cumberland

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Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Citation in Cumberland

**Cumberland, MD** – The Cumberland Police Department conducted a traffic stop on Tuesday due to a traffic violation observed in the Centre Street area.

Upon conclusion of the traffic stop, officers requested the driver’s consent to search the vehicle. During this consent search, suspected crack cocaine was discovered.

Daryl Boyer, a 63-year-old resident of Cumberland, Maryland, was arrested following the discovery. He was taken to police headquarters, issued a criminal citation for possession, and released pending a District Court trial.

Delaware State Police Investigate Road Rage Shooting Incident

Delaware state police investigate road rage shooting incident

Delaware State Police Investigate Road Rage Shooting Incident

**NEW CASTLE, DE** – Delaware State Police are investigating a shooting incident related to road rage that occurred Sunday morning in New Castle. On March 2, around 9:41 a.m., troopers responded to reports of shots fired on North Dupont Highway near Fairview Avenue.

Preliminary investigations revealed the incident involved a BMW SUV and an unidentified sedan. During the altercation, a suspect in the front passenger seat of the sedan discharged a firearm at the BMW driver, a 35-year-old Delaware man. The gunfire did not hit the BMW or its driver. After the shots, the suspect’s vehicle fled south on North Dupont Highway.

Authorities describe the suspect as a masked black male wearing dark-colored clothing. There is no further information regarding the suspect or the vehicle.

Detectives from Troop 2 Criminal Investigations continue to investigate the shooting. They encourage anyone with information to contact Detective G. Rash at 302-365-8428 or provide information through the Delaware State Police’s Facebook page or Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333. Additionally, the Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit is available to assist victims or witnesses of

Anne Arundel Crime Report; Robbery At Royal Farms; Gun Pulled at IHOP

Anne arundel crime report; robbery at royal farms; gun pulled at ihop

**Crime and Arrests Across Anne Arundel County**

**Linthicum, MD** – On Sunday, officers responded at approximately 4:10 p.m. to the Royal Farms located at 400 South Camp Meade Road for a reported robbery. Three suspects reportedly entered the store, with one behind the counter taking cigarettes and another suspect removing goods. A third suspect stood by the door during this incident.

Officers managed to intercept a nearby light rail before departure, locating two of the suspects onboard. They were subsequently arrested and charged. The investigation is being conducted by Regional Crimes Unit detectives, with authorities requesting information from the public via 410-222-4731 or the Tip Line at 410-222-4700.

In Glen Burnie, at 11:50 a.m., officers responded to a weapons violation at IHOP on 8112 Ritchie Highway. A suspect had brandished a firearm during a parking lot argument without pointing it at the 33-year-old victim. The suspect was taken into custody, with authorities recovering a Bersa Thunder .380 handgun.

Later that afternoon, at 4:30 p.m., a robbery was reported on the 7400 block of Candlewood Road in Hanover. The incident

Wellsville Man Arrested on DWI Charges

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Wellsville Man Arrested on DWI Charges

**WELLSVILLE, NY** – The Wellsville Police Department reported the arrest of a local man following a traffic accident.

Sunday, Timothy J. Porcuri, 21, was taken into custody and charged with several offenses, including DWI and DWI with a BAC of .08% or more, both unclassified misdemeanors. He was also charged with aggravated unlicensed operation in the second degree, an unlicensed operator infraction, and moving unsafely from his lane.

The arrest resulted from a traffic accident on North Main Street. Following his arrest, Porcuri was processed and released to a third party after being issued an appearance ticket.

Porcuri is scheduled to appear in Wellsville Village Court on March 18th at 4:30 p.m.

$50,000 Lottery Ticket Sold in Frederick County

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Frederick Resident Wins $50,000 Lottery Prize

**Frederick, MD** – A Frederick County man has won a $50,000 top prize from the Maryland Lottery’s “Cash to Go” scratch-off ticket. The player purchased the winning ticket at Giant Eagle, located at 1275 West Patrick Street in Frederick.

The Frederick resident chose to buy the $5 scratch-off because it caught his eye at the vending machine. After purchasing the ticket, he scratched it off in the store and discovered a piggybank symbol indicating the significant $50,000 prize.

After confirming the win with a scan, the winner shared the news with his mother. He plans to use the prize money to enhance his savings and possibly buy a house. He is self-employed and spends free time indulging in sports activities.

Giant Eagle will receive a $500 bonus for selling the top-prize winning scratch-off. The “Cash to Go” game, introduced in November, now has four of its seven $50,000 prizes remaining, along with smaller prizes ranging from $5 to $5,000.

Suspect Arrested in Connection to Stamford Storage Unit Firearms Theft

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Suspect Arrested in Connection to Stamford Storage Unit Firearms Theft

**Stamford, CT** – The Stamford Police Department, in collaboration with the FBI and NYPD, has apprehended a suspect linked to the theft of firearms from local storage units. This arrest concludes an investigation into the burglaries at CubeSmart on Shippan Avenue and Extra Space Storage on W. Main Street on February 22 and February 23.

Stamford Police responded to reports indicating forced entry into storage containers and firearm theft. The Bureau of Criminal Investigations Property Unit identified Joshua Casiano from the Bronx, NY, as the suspect. Casiano was apprehended in New York City following collaboration among Stamford detectives, the FBI, and NYPD, leading to a search that recovered several stolen handguns.

On Monday, Casiano was extradited to Connecticut to face multiple felony charges including larceny, burglary, conspiracy to commit larceny, and 47 counts of firearm theft. The Stamford Superior Court set his bond at $1 million.

Authorities praise the teamwork between various law enforcement agencies in arresting Casiano. The Stamford Police Department requests anyone with more information contact the Stamford Police Property Crimes Unit at 203-977-5828.