CUMBERLAND, Md. — Authorities are searching for a 14-year-old girl who was reported missing in Cumberland. Jessica Payton Nelson was last seen Saturday evening around 5:30 p.m. in the area…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Residents can expect increased parking enforcement throughout the city as the Cumberland Police Department (CPD) strengthens its efforts by hiring additional parking enforcement officers and expanding their…
Cumberland Police Serve Arrest Warrant
**Cumberland, MD** – The Cumberland Police Department served an arrest warrant on Daniel Sweitzer on Thursday. The warrant was related to a theft incident reported on November 21.
The alleged victim claimed their property was stolen, and Daniel Sweitzer was identified as the suspect. Following investigations, charges were filed at the District Court of Allegany County.
Sweitzer, aged 43, from Bedford, PA, was arrested and taken to Central Booking. He appeared before a District Court Commissioner and posted a $5,000 unsecured personal bond.
The charge against Sweitzer is for theft of property valued between $100 and $1,500.
CUMBERLAND, MD — The Cumberland Police Department is actively investigating the death of 42-year-old Todd Adams, who was found deceased in a downtown parking garage on December 22, 2024. Adams…
Cumberland Police Investigate Hit and Run Incident
**Cumberland, MD** – Authorities from the Cumberland Police Department are currently investigating a hit and run incident that took place on Friday. Around 8:52 PM, officers responded to a motor vehicle crash on the 100 Block of Bedford Street.
Police stated that a dark-colored two-door Jeep Wrangler struck a parked car and proceeded onto Centre Street without stopping. The incident is under investigation as officials work to gather more information.
The department seeks the assistance of the public in identifying the vehicle and driver involved. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Cumberland Police Department at 301-777-1600.
Man Arrested for Arson at Cumberland Church
**Cumberland, MD** – A man has been arrested in connection with the deliberate burning of a tree at Radiant Life Church located on Park Street in Cumberland. Dalton Richard Eugene Gates, 32, was identified as the suspect after an investigation that utilized both surveillance footage and a fortuitous discovery on Facebook.
The incident occurred on December 9, just after 5:00 p.m., when a tree was found on fire at the church. The City of Cumberland Fire Department responded quickly to extinguish the blaze. The investigation, led by the Cumberland Fire Marshal’s Office, determined the fire was intentional and sought the help of the Office of the State Fire Marshal.
The investigation gained significant traction when Deputy State Fire Marshal Adam Rounds recognized the suspect’s image on the BCFP Reality News Facebook page. This discovery enabled collaboration with local authorities, including the Pennsylvania State Police and Bedford Borough Police, ultimately identifying and locating Gates.
Gates was apprehended on Thursday by the Pennsylvania State Police and is currently in custody at Bedford County Correctional Facility, awaiting extradition. He faces charges of malicious destruction of property and second-degree malicious burning.
BRISTOL, CT — A Connecticut Lottery player is celebrating a $3 million win after purchasing a Mega Millions ticket at Cumberland Farms #4760 in Southington for the Jan. 2 drawing.…
ALLEGANY COUNTY, Md. — A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the intentional burning of a tree at Radiant Life Church in Cumberland, Maryland, following an investigation that…
CUMBERLAND, MD — The city’s annual New Year’s Eve celebration and ball drop will take place downtown on Tuesday, December 31, from 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., prompting several temporary…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Authorities are offering a reward of up to $1,500 for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for the death of Todd Adams, whose body was…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Authorities have launched a homicide investigation after the body of a 42-year-old man was discovered early Sunday morning in the Frederick Street Parking Garage. Officers from the…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Officers with the Cumberland Police Department made several arrests Friday, December 20, following separate incidents involving trespassing, controlled substances, and assault across the city. At approximately 7:30…
CUMBERLAND, Md. – The Cumberland Police Department reported multiple arrests Monday, including a burglary suspect and four individuals charged with trespassing at a posted property. Nathan Tyrone Shell, 42, of…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Officers from the Cumberland Police Department arrested two individuals in separate incidents of assault reported on Saturday, December 14, 2024. Both suspects were remanded to the Allegany…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — A woman was arrested Thursday evening following an assault at a residence on Fayette Street, according to the Cumberland Police Department. Officers responded to the 700 block…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — The Cumberland Police Department is searching for 12-year-old Randi Snowden, who was reported missing on Wednesday evening. Snowden, described as a white female, 4 feet 11 inches…
Police Activity: Arrests and Summons Issued
**Cumberland, MD** – The Cumberland Police Department served several arrest warrants and criminal summonses this week for various offenses. On Tuesday, Garry Legeer III was arrested in relation to an incident concerning property destruction on November 30. This incident, reported at approximately 3:12 PM, involved slashed tires on a vehicle, which led to charges being filed against Legeer. He posted a $2,500 unsecured personal bond after appearing before a District Court Commissioner.
Also on Tuesday, a criminal summons was served to Joshua Hoenicka. A private citizen had filed charges of theft under $100 against Hoenicka at the District Court of Allegany County. Hoenicka was released after signing for his summons while awaiting trial.
On the same day, Malik Freeman was served a criminal summons related to a trespassing incident at a business on Greene Street. This incident took place on November 30 around 12:16 PM. Despite Freeman leaving the property when officers arrived, charges were pursued as police confirmed that a no-trespassing letter had been issued to him previously.
Additionally, Jeremy Crosten was arrested on Tuesday for possession of suspected cocaine and drug parap
CUMBERLAND, MD — The Cumberland Police Department is searching for a missing 12-year-old girl who was last seen in the Oldtown Road area of the city, according to a press…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — A 47-year-old Cumberland man was arrested on Thursday after a series of disturbances and erratic driving incidents that culminated in his refusal to stop for police, according…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — A 22-year-old man was arrested early Tuesday morning following an assault at a residence on the 400 block of Fayette Street, the Cumberland Police Department reported. Officers…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect captured on video surveillance setting fire to a tire shop early Saturday morning, according to the…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect caught on surveillance video setting fire to a local tire shop early Saturday morning. The incident…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — The Cumberland Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 14-year-old girl, Jessica P. Nelson, who was last seen in the area of…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — The Cumberland Police Department is asking for assistance from the public in locating a missing 17-year-old girl who was last seen in Cumberland. Charliena Rodriguez, a female…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — A Cumberland man was arrested Saturday after allegedly assaulting a woman and robbing her outside a business on Maryland Avenue, according to police. Officers from the Cumberland…