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Islip, NY
News
'Feels Wrong': 2 Girls Followed By Suspicious Driver Near Islip Elementary School, Tipster Says
A possible stalking incident involving two teenage girls is under investigation thanks to a concerned bystander. Steph Mac was driving near Manhattan Boulevard and Belmore Avenue in Islip Terrace at around 2:30 p.m. Monday, March 3, when she spotted a vehicle driving unusually slow ahead of her near Connetquot Elementary School, she wrote on the “Islip Terrace and All of the Islips” Facebook page. At first, nothing seemed out of the ordinary—until the driver pulled over to let her pass. After passing the vehicle, Mac spotted two girls, estimated to be middle or high school age, jogging down…
Fairfax, VA
Police & Fire
Former Cop Who Killed Shoplifting Suspect In Fairfax County Gets Prison Time
A former Fairfax County police officer will spend three years behind bars for fatally shooting a man outside Tysons Corner Center Mall, officials announced. Wesley Shifflett, 36, was sentenced on Friday, Feb. 28, after being convicted of reckless firearm handling in the 2023 death of 37-year-old Timothy Johnson, according to Fairfax County Commonwealth’s Attorney Steve Descano. The shooting happened on Feb. 23, 2023, when Johnson was killed outside Tysons Corner Center Mall following a shoplifting incident and subsequent pursuit that ended with shots fired and the suspect down. “This case …
Fredericksburg, VA
Police & Fire
Two Homes Destroyed In Late-Night Fires Minutes Apart In Spotsylvania
Two homes in Spotsylvania County went up in flames just minutes apart late Wednesday, Feb. 26, keeping firefighters racing across the county, officials said. Crews from Spotsylvania County Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Management responded to the first fire on Hummingbird Lane in the southern part of the county just before midnight. Moments later, a second fire broke out on Foxhall Circle in the northern part of the county, officials said. Despite firefighters arriving at both scenes within seven minutes, the homes suffered significant damage, authorities said. Surrounding fire depart…
Frederick, MD
News
Misfiring Gun Foils Murder Plot Involving VA Man, Mother Of Child In Frederick: Prosecutors
A Virginia man who traveled to Frederick and pulled the trigger on a woman he once threatened to kill — only for the gun to misfire — will now spend the rest of his life behind bars, officials said. David Clayton Hanson, 35, was sentenced Wednesday, Feb. 26, in Frederick County Circuit Court to 93 years in prison after a jury convicted him of the harrowing assault of a woman he shares a child with. Specifically, Hanson was found guilty of: Two counts of first-degree assault; Two counts of using a firearm in a violent crime; Illegal possession of a regulated firearm; Il…
Ashburn, VA
Schools
Gunfire Reported At Stone Hill Middle School In Ashburn:
Lcso
Investigating
Gunfire rang out on the campus of Stone Hill Middle School in Ashburn, prompting an active investigation by the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office (LCSO), officials said on Tuesday. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23, according to an LCSO spokesperson. Deputies remained at the scene on Tuesday, Feb. 25, to continue the investigation, though authorities assured the public there is no ongoing threat. “At this time, we believe the incident is isolated to the parties involved and there is no ongoing threat to the community,” the LCSO said. Anyone who was in the area on Sun…
Poughkeepsie, NY
Police & Fire
Fentanyl, Crack Cocaine Seized From Apartment In Poughkeepsie, 4 Nabbed: Police
A months-long drug investigation led to a raid at a Dutchess County apartment, where authorities seized suspected fentanyl, crack cocaine, and drug paraphernalia, police announced. A search warrant was executed on Friday, Feb. 21 at 26 Pershing Ave., Apartment No. 2 in Poughkeepsie by the City of Poughkeepsie Police Department following community complaints about drug activity and other quality-of-life concerns, authorities said. The search led to the seizure of: Suspected fentanyl and crack cocaine; Packaging materials and scales; Drug paraphernalia; An unspecified amount of c…
Stafford, VA
Police & Fire
Officers Killed By Gunman Found Dead In Virginia Shed, Police Say
Virginia is reeling after two police officers were fatally shot while on duty late Friday night and their alleged assailant was found dead, authorities announced. The Virginia Beach Police Department confirmed the devastating news in a statement Saturday, expressing heartbreak and asking for the community's patience as the investigation continues into the shooting shortly before midnight on Feb. 21. They later identified the officers as Cameron Girvin, who has been with the department since 2020, and Christopher Reese, who has been a member of the agency since 2022. "We mourn the loss of …
Monsey, NY
News
Man's Ride Offer To Student At Bus Stop Prompts Investigation In Airmont
Police launched an investigation after a concerned parent reported that a man in a white SUV offered a ride to a student at a school bus stop in Rockland County, authorities announced. On Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, the Ramapo Police Department received a report from a parent about a concerning interaction at a school bus stop in Airmont, the department announced on Saturday, Feb. 15. According to police, the parent stated that a male driver of a white SUV stopped at the bus stop and offered a ride to her daughter. The student declined, and the vehicle drove away. Detectives immed…
Abingdon, MD
Police & Fire
Woman Left For Dead In Ditch After Hit-Run In Abingdon: Sheriff
A Maryland man is facing multiple charges after allegedly striking a 21-year-old woman with his vehicle in Harford County and leaving her critically injured in a ditch, authorities announced. Lebogang-Ram Motshabi, 25, was arrested in connection with the hit-and-run, which happened shortly before 6 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9, on S. Tollgate Road near Aiken Terrace in Abingdon, according to the Harford County Sheriff's Office. The victim, identified as Amaya Marie Martise, had reportedly been walking home from Walmart when she was struck by a driver who fled the scene. She remained undiscovered …
Aldie, VA
Schools
Schools Schedule Closures, Early Dismissals In Virginia With Snow Storm Incoming
With a snow and ice storm expected to batter Maryland and Virginia, some schools announced that there would be some closures and early dismissals on Tuesday, Feb. 11. Upwards of six inches of snow are expected in parts of the region, forecasters warn, and road conditions are expected to be tricky. Among the schools reported to be altering their dismissal times as of 6:45 p.m. on Monday: Alexandria Country Day School: Closing at 1:00 PM; Arlington County Public Schools: Closing two hours early; Calvert County Public Schools: Closing two hours early; Christ Chapel Academy: Closed on…
Beltsville, MD
Schools
Lockdown At High Point High School After Large Student Altercation, Police Say
An incident involving multiple students at High Point High School in Beltsville led to a temporary lockdown on Wednesday, authorities said. Officers responded to the school around 12:45 p.m. after reports of an altercation, according to Prince George’s County Police. As a precaution, the school was placed on lockdown while officers assessed the situation. Authorities canvassed the school grounds for a possible weapon, though no gunshots were fired, and no injuries were reported, police said. By 2:30 p.m., officers confirmed that dismissal was underway, and the situation was under control.&…
White Plains, NY
Police & Fire
Burglars Targeting Asian Americans, Stealing Cash, Jewelry In Westchester, Police Warn
Authorities are warning residents in Dutchess, Westchester, and Putnam counties about a recent string of residential burglaries targeting Asian Americans and advising them to step up security measures. In an announcement on Wednesday, Jan. 29, New York State Police said three burglaries have been reported within the past week, specifically targeting homes of Asian American residents. In two of the incidents, burglars stole large amounts of cash and jewelry. Investigators believe these crimes follow a targeted pattern. State Police are advising all residents—particularly th…
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