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Attempted Robbery in Glen Burnie Leads to Arrest
Attempted Robbery in Glen Burnie Leads to Arrest
**Glen Burnie, MD** – On Monday at approximately 12:50 p.m., authorities responded to an attempted robbery incident in the 300 block of Hospital Drive, Glen Burnie. The Anne Arundel County Police addressed the situation following a report of an assault on a 59-year-old male victim.
Upon their arrival, officers discovered that a female suspect had attacked the victim, striking him in the head and face. After the physical assault, the suspect attempted to rummage through the victim’s pockets before making her escape from the scene.
Law enforcement officers quickly worked to obtain a description of the suspect. This led to the suspect being positively identified and subsequently arrested within a short time frame.
The suspect has been identified as 38-year-old Sane Onchelle Forrester from Glen Burnie, Maryland. Further details on the charges were not disclosed.
Shooting Leaves Man Critically Injured in Chesapeake
Shooting Incident Under Investigation in Chesapeake
**Chesapeake, VA** – The Chesapeake Police Department is investigating a shooting involving one person. The event took place on Monday at approximately 7:39 p.m.
Officers responded to the 1600 block of Atlantic Ave after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located an adult male who had sustained a gunshot wound. The injured individual was transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The case remains under active investigation. The police urge anyone with information to contact the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP℠, provide a tip online at P3TIPS.COM, or use the P3TIPS APP.
Callers are assured anonymity and are not required to testify in court. Tips leading to an arrest, recovery of drugs, or stolen property may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1500.
Fatal Collision on Hallowing Point Road
Fatal Collision on Hallowing Point Road
**Prince Frederick, MD** – On Monday, at approximately 7:12 a.m., the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to a fatal vehicle collision on Hallowing Point Road, also known as Rt. 231. Deputies confirmed the death of one driver upon arrival, leading to the Crash Reconstruction Unit’s involvement for further investigation.
The preliminary investigation indicated that the vehicles involved were a 2022 Hyundai Kona, a 2019 Ford Fusion, and a 2020 Nissan Rogue. Gina Taylor Johnson, 51, from Mechanicsville, operated the Hyundai Kona eastbound when it collided with the Nissan Rogue driven by Carla Jean Poole, 52, from Hughesville. The Rogue also collided with the Ford Fusion driven by 19-year-old Stacey Breanna Herbert from Lexington Park.
Medical personnel declared Johnson dead at the scene, while Poole was airlifted to a trauma center in critical condition. Herbert and a juvenile passenger were also taken to CalvertHealth Medical Center by ground transportation.
The cause of the Rogue crossing the double yellow line remains unknown. The Crash Reconstruction Team, led by M/DFC Hardesty, seeks any witness accounts of the incident. Witnesses are encouraged
Bensalem Township Council Enacts Gaming Device Ban
Bensalem, PA – Bensalem Township Council Enacts Gaming Device Ban
On Monday, Bensalem Township Council adopted an ordinance prohibiting local gaming devices, also known as “skill games,” throughout the township. The ordinance, approved by Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo, will take effect in ten days.
Over the past two years, there has been an increase in these unregulated devices, with the township estimating approximately 170 currently in operation. Concerns over related criminal incidents and the welfare of residents, particularly minors, led township officials to collaborate with Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Schorn, resulting in the proposed ordinance.
The ban applies to all locations except those with an active Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board license, which must ensure age-restricted access to these devices. Non-compliance will incur fines and potential revocation of premises permits.
Officials believe this measure will enhance community safety by removing these devices and reducing loitering at retail establishments. The ordinance is part of ongoing efforts to maintain the quality of life in Bensalem Township.
Late-night shooting leaves man dead on Belair Rd in Towson
Homicide Investigation Underway in White Marsh
**Towson, MD** – On Sunday, at approximately 9:05 p.m., officers from the White Marsh Precinct responded to Belair Rd and Madeline Ave 21206 following reports of an assault in progress. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male with a gunshot wound who was subsequently transported to a local hospital, where medical staff pronounced him deceased.
The Baltimore County Homicide detectives are leading the investigation, seeking information related to the circumstances of the incident. They urge anyone with relevant information to contact them at 410-307-2020.
Information can also be shared anonymously with Metro Crime Stoppers by calling 1-866-756-2587 (7LOCKUP) or online. Submissions may qualify for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Residents can also use the Baltimore County Police Department’s iWATCH program to provide additional details regarding the crime. More information is available on their respective websites.
Traffic Stop in Bensalem Reveals Illegal Firearm and Contraband
Traffic Stop in Bensalem Reveals Illegal Firearm and Contraband
**Bensalem, PA** – A Bensalem Township Police Officer pulled over a dark-colored Mazda on Saturday after noticing heavily tinted windows and a traffic violation on Hulmeville Road. The vehicle was stopped on Park Avenue due to the violation, which nearly resulted in an accident.
During the stop, the driver, Victor Miles, age 33 from Flourtown, PA, refused to roll down his windows upon request. Officers observed an “AK Style” rifle on the front passenger seat in plain sight, within reach of Miles, after approaching the vehicle.
Miles was ordered to exit the vehicle, and after a brief standoff, he complied. The rifle had an obliterated serial number, a loaded banana-style magazine, and a chambered round, indicating it was ready to fire.
The vehicle was impounded, and a search warranted recovery of an AR-15 style rifle, loaded magazines, shotgun ammunition, a balaclava mask, gloves, a duct-taped hooded sweatshirt, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. Miles faces several charges, including felony firearm possession, and is held in Bucks County on $30,000 bail.
Fatal Collision Involving Dump Truck in Brandywine
Fatal Collision Involving Dump Truck in Brandywine
**Brandywine, MD** – The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is looking into a fatal crash involving a dump truck that occurred Monday in Brandywine. The victim has been identified as 76-year-old Frederick Hand from Prince Frederick.
On Monday at approximately 12:30 p.m., officers responded to a crash at Cedarville Road and Dent Road. At the scene, they found the driver, Frederick Hand, inside the dump truck with traumatic injuries. He was transported to a hospital where he later died.
Initial investigations suggest that Hand was driving northbound on Cedarville Road when his truck veered off the roadway and hit several trees. The specific cause of the crash is still under investigation.
Authorities are seeking information from the public regarding the incident. Those with details are encouraged to contact the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422 or Crime Solvers through their website or at 1-866-411-TIPS, referring to case number 24-0064272. Anonymity is assured for those providing tips.
Five Arrested in Chester County for Drug Trafficking
Five Arrested in Chester County for Drug Trafficking
**West Chester, PA** – The Chester County District Attorney’s Office announced the recent arrests of five individuals involved in the Bad Bunny Drug Trafficking Organization (DTO). David Arroyo, Miguel Jorge-Ortiz, Neil Perez, and Jose Guzman, all from Philadelphia, were apprehended on Thursday. Curtis Lake faces charges of Drug Delivery Resulting in Death and other related charges, arrested on a later date.
The arrests followed a year-long investigation into fentanyl trafficking in Philadelphia and Chester counties. On September 13, law enforcement executed twelve search warrants across nine locations and on three vehicles. This operation resulted in the seizure of 1.5 kilograms of bulk fentanyl, 2 kilograms of bulk cocaine, $25,000 in cash, 2 assault rifles, 3 handguns, and over 1,500 baggies of fentanyl.
This investigation began after a fentanyl overdose death last year in Phoenixville Borough, involving heroin/fentanyl stamped with a “Bad Bunny” label. The investigation implicated several drug dealers, including Mousa Hawa and Herman McMullen, leading to significant seizures with the aid of the Chester County Detectives HIDTA Unit and
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.
Brooklyn Man Receives 10-Year Sentence for Subway Assault
Brooklyn Man Receives 10-Year Sentence for Subway Assault
**Brooklyn, NY** – A Brooklyn man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for attacking a stranger on a subway with a kitchen knife and then repeatedly kicking him. The assault followed a verbal exchange where the victim asked the attacker to lower his voice.
Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced the sentence handed down to 33-year-old Sadam Adames of Brownsville. Adames received his sentence from Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Heidi Cesare on Monday. He was convicted of first-degree attempted assault last month after a jury trial.
The incident occurred on September 13, 2022, at approximately 12:40 p.m. on a number 2 train traveling through Brooklyn. Adames, who was screaming profanities into his phone, was asked by a 49-year-old passenger to quiet down, leading to the violent altercation.
Adames attempted to stab the victim in the stomach but ended up stabbing him in the back during a struggle. The victim fell to the floor after being knocked onto the seats, where he was kicked in the face multiple times. Paramedics treated the victim at the scene before he was taken to Methodist Hospital for further care.
Shooting in Somers Leaves One Dead, Two Hospitalized
Shooting in Somers Leaves One Dead, Two Hospitalized
**Somers, NY** – The New York State Police are conducting an investigation into a shooting incident in Somers. This event occurred at approximately 11:35 p.m. on Saturday.
One victim has died due to the shooting. Two other individuals are currently being treated in local hospitals.
Fernando Jimenez, 40, has been identified as the suspect and was last seen near Peekskill Hollow Road in Putnam Valley. Jimenez, who knew the victims, is believed to be armed.
The police advise against approaching Jimenez. Anyone with information is urged to call 911. Jimenez is described as 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing 170 pounds, and wearing black sweatpants and a grey sweatshirt during the incident.
Authorities have increased their presence on Peekskill Hollow Road, asking the public to avoid the area. Updates on the situation will be provided as they become available. Citizens are reminded to call 911 rather than leave tips on social media platforms.