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Ex-Husband Surrenders After Killing Wife in Maryland

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Maryland State Police Investigate Homicide in St. Mary’s County

**LEXINGTON PARK, MD** – The Maryland State Police are conducting an investigation into a homicide that took place Friday in St. Mary’s County.

The victim has been identified as 36-year-old Chaquanda Latise Odom from California, Maryland. Emergency services declared her deceased at the scene.

Officers from the Leonardtown Barrack responded to a shooting report on Liberty Street, Lexington Park, at approximately 11:10 a.m. on Friday. Upon arrival, they found Odom with multiple gunshot wounds.

The investigation led to the arrest of 38-year-old Jayson David Pressley, Odom’s ex-husband, after he surrendered at the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. Pressley faces charges of first- and second-degree murder and is being held without bond.

The Maryland State Police Homicide Unit is leading the investigation. They are supported by other divisions of the state police, as well as the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and State’s Attorney’s Office. Further details are available on the MSP News page.

Police make arrested in Manchester murder case

Police make arrested in manchester murder case

New York Man Arrested for Involvement in October Murder

**Manchester, NJ** – Sandeep Kumar, 34, of South Ozone Park, New York, was charged on Wednesday with murder and conspiracy to commit murder. These charges are in connection to the death of Kuldeep Kumar, 35, of India, in Manchester Township last October.

The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit investigated a report on December 14 regarding a deceased person at the Greenwood Wildlife Management Area. Authorities found the remains in advanced decomposition. By the next day, the Ocean County Medical Examiner determined multiple gunshot wounds to the chest caused the death, which was ruled a homicide.

An investigation identified Kuldeep Kumar as the deceased, following a missing person’s report filed by his family in October. Sourav Kumar, 23, Guarav Singh, 27, Nirmal Singh, 30, and Gurdeep Singh, 22, all of Greenwood, Indiana, were arrested in connection with the crime and also face similar charges.

Sandeep Kumar was detained at the New Jersey State Police Barracks in Holmdel on Wednesday and transported to Ocean County Jail. Investigating agencies commend the cooperation among various law enforcement agencies involved in this

Wall Police Seek Vehicle in Hit and Run Crash

Wall police seek vehicle in hit and run crash

Wall Township Police Seek Public’s Help in Hit-and-Run Case

**Wall Township, NJ** – The Wall Township Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying a black 2006-2012 Toyota RAV4 involved in a hit-and-run collision. The incident occurred on Thursday, January 2, and the vehicle likely has damage to the front passenger side bumper and headlight area.

The accident took place on New Bedford Road, north of Wall Church Road. The vehicle was last seen heading north on State Highway 34 from Allaire Road.

Police encourage anyone with information to contact Detective Z. Honecker. Detective Honecker can be reached at 732-449-4500 ext. 1203.

Man, 20, Shot and Killed in Jersey City

Man, 20, shot and killed in jersey city

Fatal Shooting Under Investigation in Jersey City

**Jersey City, NJ** – The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide Unit, alongside the Jersey City Police Department, is conducting an investigation into a fatal shooting that took place on Friday, January 3. Authorities responded to the incident soon after it was reported.

The shooting was reported shortly before 8:30 p.m. in the area of Lembeck Avenue and Old Bergen Road. Officers found a male victim, identified as 20-year-old Rahmiere Morris from Jersey City, who had sustained a gunshot wound to the torso. Morris was taken to Jersey City Medical Center and was pronounced dead at approximately 9:35 p.m. The cause and manner of death are pending a report from the Regional Medical Examiner’s Office.

The investigation remains active, and no arrests have been made yet. The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office encourages anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact them at 201-915-1345. Information can also be shared anonymously through their website, and all tips will be kept confidential.

Virginia Beach Police Department Conducts Successful Traffic Blitz

Virginia beach police department conducts successful traffic blitz

Virginia Beach Police Conducts Successful Traffic Blitz

**Virginia Beach, VA** – The Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) conducted an enhanced traffic enforcement initiative throughout December. The program aimed at reducing crashes and improving driving behaviors within the city.

This “traffic blitz” was concentrated in Virginia Beach’s four precincts, targeting areas identified as high-crash locations and those highlighted by community complaints. The initiative led to 337 traffic stops and issued 390 summonses. Additionally, there were five arrests for driving under the influence and two for outstanding warrants, along with the recovery of a stolen firearm and illegal drugs.

VBPD Chief Paul Neudigate emphasized the significance of such operations in maintaining the city’s safety. He stressed the dual benefits of enhancing road safety and curtailing crime.

The Traffic Safety Unit launched this initiative to curb speeding, distracted driving, and other unsafe practices. VBPD advises all road users to adhere to safety rules and anticipates continuing similar efforts into 2025.

Hospital Assault Leads to Charges After Patient Release

Hospital assault leads to charges after patient release

Hospital Assault Leads to Charges After Patient Release

**Utica, NY -** On December 25th, Utica Police officers responded to a reported assault at Wynn Hospital. Staff reported an incident where a patient allegedly assaulted a nurse by grabbing her hair and throwing her to the ground.

Following the assault, the patient kicked and hit the nurse while continuing to pull her hair. Due to being admitted to the psychiatric ward at the time, the patient could not be immediately charged.

On December 31st, the patient, identified as 23-year-old Tyehsa Bowman from Utica, was released from care. Subsequently, she was charged with assault in the second degree.

Boston Police Warn of Text Message Scam

Boston police warn of text message scam

Boston Police Warn of Text Message Scam

**Boston, MA** – The Boston Police Department has alerted residents to a new scam involving text messages. The fraudulent messages claim that recipients owe fees for overdue parking tickets.

These messages are not sent by the City of Boston. The BPD emphasizes the need for residents to remain vigilant and avoid falling victim to such scams.

For those seeking information on legitimate parking ticket payments, a resource has been made available online. Residents can visit https://www.boston.gov/departments/parking-clerk/how-pay-parking-ticket for guidance.

Victims of this scam are urged to report the incident to the Boston Police Department. In cases of criminal activity or if police assistance is required, residents should call 9-1-1.

Delaware State Police Arrest Local Man for Felony DUI

Delaware state police arrest local man for felony dui

Delaware State Police Arrest Local Man for Felony DUI

**Newark, DE** – The Delaware State Police apprehended Arturo Guerrero, aged 32, from New Castle, Delaware, on charges of a felony DUI after a police pursuit on Friday morning in Newark.

At approximately 1:10 a.m., in the Harmony Plaza area on Ogletown Stanton Road, a trooper on routine patrol noticed a 2014 Dodge Durango with a broken windshield. The vehicle was parked behind a dumpster, and as the trooper attempted to approach, the driver, Guerrero, ignored commands to stop and fled. During the chase, Guerrero committed several traffic violations until the vehicle stopped on Llangollen Boulevard, where he was arrested without incident. Troopers noted signs of impairment, including the scent of alcohol on Guerrero’s breath.

He was escorted to Troop 2, where his record indicated four prior DUI convictions. Guerrero faced several charges, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and was subsequently held at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $12,800 cash bond.

Charges against Guerrero include his fifth offense of driving under the influence of alcohol, disregarding a police officer’s signal, aggressive driving, and additional

Police Apprehend Suspect in Wilmington Bank Robbery

Police apprehend suspect in wilmington bank robbery

Police Apprehend Suspect in Wilmington Bank Robbery

**Wilmington, DE** – Delaware State Police have arrested Gregory Collins, age 65, from Wilmington, in connection with a robbery at Citizens Bank earlier today.

Troopers were dispatched at approximately 10:05 a.m. on Thursday to the Citizens Bank on Marsh Road in Wilmington regarding a robbery incident. Initial investigations indicated a black male suspect approached a bank teller, demanding money while displaying an unknown object beneath his shirt. The teller complied, and the suspect made off in a blue Mitsubishi Outlander with an undisclosed amount of cash.

With the assistance of investigative techniques, police located Collins near a motel in New Castle and arrested him without incident. Reviewing the bank’s surveillance footage, detectives identified Collins as the suspect responsible for the robbery.

Collins was then taken to Troop 2, where he was charged with first-degree robbery, arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11, and subsequently held at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution on a $60,000 secured bond.