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Teen’s Fast & Furious Fantasy In Landover Ends With Spray Paint, Gun Bust, Jail, Police Say Teen’s Fast & Furious Fantasy In Landover Ends With Spray Paint, Gun Bust, Jail, Police Say
Teen’s Fast & Furious Fantasy In Landover Ends With Spray Paint, Gun Bust, Jail, Police Say An 18-year-old driver who was a bit too fast and too furious is now facing charges after striking a woman during an illegal car takeover in Maryland. Millersville native Naef Salmo was taken into custody after doing donuts during an event in Landover, striking a woman — and then attempting to cover it up, according to the Prince George's County Police Department. Officers said the illegal vehicle takeover happened around 1:45 a.m. in a shopping center parking lot in the 8500 block of Landover Road last weekend.  According to PGPD, vehicle takeovers are "large, unauthorized gatherings …
Washington Commanders’ $3.8B RFK Stadium Deal Approved By DC Council: 'Today Is A Historic Day' Washington Commanders’ $3.8B RFK Stadium Deal Approved By DC Council: 'Today Is A Historic Day'
Washington Commanders’ $3.8B RFK Stadium Deal Approved By DC Council: 'Today Is A Historic Day' The Washington Commanders are officially coming home. The DC City Council voted 11-2 late on Wednesday, Sept. 17 to give the final approval for a $3.8 billion project to build a 65,000-seat stadium at the old RFK Stadium site. The plan also calls for a mixed-use development project in the surrounding neighborhoods, as well as affordable housing in the area. "Today is a historic day for DC, the Commanders organization, and our fans," Commanders owner Josh Harris said in a statement. "With the Council's approval, we can now move forward on the transformative RFK project that will bring lasti…
'Forgetful Grandad' Forgets Powerball Ticket, Buys Same Numbers Twice In PG County — Wins $1M 'Forgetful Grandad' Forgets Powerball Ticket, Buys Same Numbers Twice In PG County — Wins $1M
'Forgetful Grandad' Forgets Powerball Ticket, Buys Same Numbers Twice In PG County — Wins $1M Talk about a happy accident. A Prince George’s County man’s forgetfulness turned into a million-dollar payday when he accidentally bought a second-tier winning Powerball ticket, Maryland Lottery officials announced. The retiree — who went by the name “Proud Granddad” to claim his prize and stay anonymous — wasn’t sure if he already had a ticket for the Wednesday, Aug. 20 Powerball drawing.  So, just to be safe, he bought another on Aug. 18 that covered three drawings with the Double Play option. That move made him $500,000 richer. But then came the kicker: he already had the same nu…
Double Play, Double Payday: $500K Powerball Winner Sold At Landover Exxon Station Double Play, Double Payday: $500K Powerball Winner Sold At Landover Exxon Station
Double Play, Double Payday: $500K Powerball Winner Sold At Landover Exxon Station Maryland may not have hit the $700 million Powerball jackpot Wednesday night — but two lucky Prince George’s County players are still laughing all the way to the bank. The Aug. 20 Powerball drawing didn’t crown a grand-prize winner, but it did produce a pair of $500,000 Double Play tickets sold in Landover and Riverdale, Maryland Lottery officials announced. One was sold at Landover Hills Exxon, 6579 Annapolis Road. The other? A-1 Laundromat, 6818 Riverdale Road. The winning numbers for the draw on Wednesday, Aug. 20 were: 31-59-62-65-68 with a Power Ball of 5. Both tickets matched the fi…
Airborne Honda Slams Into Mercedes In Deadly Seven-Vehicle PG County Crash (UPDATED) Airborne Honda Slams Into Mercedes In Deadly Seven-Vehicle PG County Crash (UPDATED)
Airborne Honda Slams Into Mercedes In Deadly Seven-Vehicle PG County Crash (Updated) A deadly chain-reaction crash on a busy Prince George’s County highway left two women dead and sent five others to the hospital, according to Maryland State Police. Troopers said the seven-vehicle crash happened around 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 19, on Route 202 at St. Joseph’s Drive in Landover. Investigators said a Honda Accord driven by Tierra Johnson, 28, of Upper Marlboro, struck a curb divider and went airborne.  The Accord then hit a Toyota Tundra, pushing it into a Dodge Grand Caravan, before slamming into four more vehicles, including a Mercedes-Benz E 300. The Mercedes was being …
21-Year-Old Clinton Man Shot Dead In Maryland, Largo Gunman Charged With Murder: Police 21-Year-Old Clinton Man Shot Dead In Maryland, Largo Gunman Charged With Murder: Police
21-Year-Old Clinton Man Shot Dead In Maryland, Largo Gunman Charged With Murder: Police A 21-year-old gunman is facing murder charges after allegedly shooting and killing another young man during a dispute in Landover, police said. Damarion Jones, of Largo, was arrested and charged in connection with the July 6 fatal shooting of J’len Livingston, 21, of Clinton, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. Officers responded around 1 a.m. to the 7500 block of Allendale Drive for a reported shooting, where they found Livingston suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was rushed to an area hospital, where he later died from his injuries, police said.  Inv…
Mom Killed By Kids' Father In Landover; Family Pushes Domestic Violence Awareness Mom Killed By Kids' Father In Landover; Family Pushes Domestic Violence Awareness
Mom Killed By Kids' Father In Landover; Family Pushes Domestic Violence Awareness She was a daughter, a sister, a friend — and the mother of two little girls who will now grow up without either parent. Sharita Cristwell, 29, was shot and killed in a Landover apartment on July 5, by Harry Lindsey, the father of her children, according Prince George's County Police Department. Lindsey attempted to flee after the deadly domestic dispute, but was apprehended the following day and charged with multiple counts of murder. Cristwell’s death has left her family and community reeling — and pushing for justice and awareness. “Sharita was shot twice and killed instantly by the fat…
Police ID 21-Year-Old Clinton Man Found Shot To Death In Landover Neighborhood Police ID 21-Year-Old Clinton Man Found Shot To Death In Landover Neighborhood
Police ID 21-Year-Old Clinton Man Found Shot To Death In Landover Neighborhood A 21-year-old man was shot and killed in a targeted attack early Sunday morning in Maryland, police said. J’len Livingston, of Clinton, was fatally shot around 1 a.m. on Sunday, July 6, 2025, in the 7500 block of Allendale Drive in Landover, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. Officers responded to the scene after receiving a report of a shooting. Livingston was taken to a hospital, where he later died, officials confirmed. The deadly shooting is believed to have been a targeted attack and was not random. “Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random c…
Maryland Woman Shot Dead By Boyfriend Inside Landover Apartment During Dispute, Police Say Maryland Woman Shot Dead By Boyfriend Inside Landover Apartment During Dispute, Police Say
Maryland Woman Shot Dead By Boyfriend Inside Landover Apartment During Dispute, Police Say A Maryland man is behind bars after shooting and killing his girlfriend during a fight inside a Prince George’s County apartment, police said. Harry Lindsey, 32, of Landover, is facing murder charges for the death of 29-year-old Sharita Cristwell of Bladensburg, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. Officers were called to an apartment on the 700 block of Stretford Way in Landover around 3:35 p.m. on Saturday, July 5, where they found Cristwell shot.  She was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders, while Lindsey fled. With help from the Metro Transit Po…
From 4–13 To NFC Contenders: Commanders Set Their Sights Higher In 2025 From 4–13 To NFC Contenders: Commanders Set Their Sights Higher In 2025
From 4–13 To NFC Contenders: Commanders Set Their Sights Higher In 2025 Twelve wins. A playoff run. A quarterback on the rise. Just a year after finishing 4–13, the Washington Commanders pulled off one of the NFL’s most impressive turnarounds in 2024—earning a trip to the NFC Championship and reigniting faith across the fanbase. Now, with tickets on sale and expectations sky-high, it’s time to find out if lightning can strike again. Fans eager to lock in their seats can buy preseason and regular season tickets now through StubHub,Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats. Prices vary, but preseason tickets start at very accessible levels and, this year, they come with …
Man Gunned Down And Left On Riverdale Roadside: Two Arrested In Cold-Blooded Killing: Police Man Gunned Down And Left On Riverdale Roadside: Two Arrested In Cold-Blooded Killing: Police
Man Gunned Down And Left On Riverdale Roadside: Two Arrested In Cold-Blooded Killing: Police A man was shot and left for dead on the side of a Maryland road — now, months later, two suspects are in custody, police say. Prince George’s County Police say 33-year-old Jose Guardado-Orellana of Mount Rainier and 30-year-old Santiago De La O Lemus of Landover have been charged in the October 2024 killing of Hyattsville resident Jeiver Pozuelos Cervantes, 38. On Oct. 24, 2024, officers were flagged down near Veterans Parkway and Riverdale Road in Riverdale by a concerned Good Samaritan who spotted an unresponsive man on the side of the roadway, police said.  The man, later identifie…
The Weeknd’s 2025 Summer Tour Is A Must-See Spectacle—Here’s Where To Get Tickets Now The Weeknd’s 2025 Summer Tour Is A Must-See Spectacle—Here’s Where To Get Tickets Now
The Weeknd’s 2025 Summer Tour Is A Must-See Spectacle—Here’s Where To Get Tickets Now If you haven’t seen The Weeknd live, this summer might be your best shot. The global superstar is bringing his After Hours Til Dawn tour to stadiums across the U.S., with several Northeast stops lined up. Tickets are moving fast on StubHub, Ticketmaster, and Vivid Seats so don’t wait. The tour supports his newest album, "Hurry Up Tomorrow," released in January 2025. It closes out the trilogy that began with "After Hours" and continued with "Dawn FM." The sound is moody, massive, and packed with guests like Florence and the Machine, Future, and Lana Del Rey, among others.  It’s the kind of …
Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like
Washington Commanders Returning To DC: See What $2.7B Stadium Will Look Like The Washington Commanders will build a new stadium in a major redevelopment on the site of the NFL team's former home for decades. The Commanders officially announced plans for a $2.7 billion domed stadium at the former site of Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium on Monday, April 28. The move means all of DC's major sports teams will have their home venues within the borders of the nation's capital. The new stadium is expected to open in 2030 and will occupy just 11% of the 180-acre site, leaving room for housing, green space, hotels, and retail. "We are thrilled to welcome the Command…
Teen With Loaded Gun Flees Kenmoor Middle School Security, Police Say Teen With Loaded Gun Flees Kenmoor Middle School Security, Police Say
Teen With Loaded Gun Flees Kenmoor Middle School Security, Police Say A loaded gun was found on the grounds of a Prince George’s County middle school Thursday afternoon, and a 14-year-old student is now facing charges, police said. It happened around 1:40 p.m. on April 24, when school security at Kenmoor Middle School in Landover recovered the weapon in the school’s parking lot, according to Prince George’s County Police. An eighth-grade student had the firearm and ran from security personnel, investigators said. The student was caught and the weapon was secured. No injuries were reported. Charges are pending against the teen, who has not been identified due…
WATCH: Officers Rescue Screaming Child After Deadly Police Pursuit Crash In Landover WATCH: Officers Rescue Screaming Child After Deadly Police Pursuit Crash In Landover
Watch: Officers Rescue Screaming Child After Deadly Police Pursuit Crash In Landover New footage has been released following the fatal police-involved crash in Prince George's County. Last month, a police pursuit in Prince George’s County ended in tragedy when a fleeing driver slammed into a mother and her son in Landover, killing the woman and sending the child to the hospital, officials say. On Friday, April 18, the Maryland Attorney General's Office released body cam and dash cam footage that depicts the entire ordeal—from the initial stop to the crash—concluding with a shrieking child having to be rescued from the vehicle. The situation began just after 7:30 p.m. on Fr…
School Bus Catches Fire With Students On Board In Landover (DEVELOPING) School Bus Catches Fire With Students On Board In Landover (DEVELOPING)
School Bus Catches Fire With Students On Board In Landover (Developing) A school bus carrying 15 elementary school students went up in flames Tuesday afternoon in Prince George’s County — but, no one was hurt, fire officials said. Firefighters with the Prince George’s County Fire/EMS Department responded to Twilight Drive and Covenant Gardens Court in Landover around 4:39 p.m. on April 1 for a reported school bus fire, according to officials. The fire was extinguished quickly, and no injuries were reported. The bus was identified as Bus #6041 from Thomas G. Pullen Elementary School, and all 15 students on board were safely evacuated. A new bus was dispatched …
Woman Killed In Prince George’s County Police Pursuit Crash ID’d By Attorney General Woman Killed In Prince George’s County Police Pursuit Crash ID’d By Attorney General
Woman Killed In Prince George’s County Police Pursuit Crash ID’d By Attorney General New details have been released after a police pursuit in Prince George’s County ended in tragedy when a fleeing driver slammed into a mother and her son in Landover, killing the woman and sending the child to the hospital, officials say. It all went down just after 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 21, when a Seat Pleasant Police officer tried to pull over a Genesis sedan on Martin Luther King Jr. Highway, according to the Maryland Attorney General’s Office. The driver stopped at first—but then took off. The officer issued a BOLO for the car, and minutes later, Prince George’s County Police spott…
Mom Killed, Child Hurt In Police Pursuit Crash In Landover: AG Mom Killed, Child Hurt In Police Pursuit Crash In Landover: AG
Mom Killed, Child Hurt In Police Pursuit Crash In Landover: AG A police pursuit in Prince George’s County ended in tragedy when a fleeing driver slammed into a mother and child in Landover, killing the woman and sending the child to the hospital, officials say. It all went down just after 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 21, when a Seat Pleasant Police officer tried to pull over a Genesis sedan on Martin Luther King Jr. Highway, according to the Maryland Attorney General’s Office. The driver stopped at first—but then took off. The officer issued a BOLO for the car, and minutes later, Prince George’s County Police spotted the Genesis at a nearby gas station …
Teen Gunman In Deadly Landover SUV Murder Surrenders In Maryland, Police Say Teen Gunman In Deadly Landover SUV Murder Surrenders In Maryland, Police Say
Teen Gunman In Deadly Landover SUV Murder Surrenders In Maryland, Police Say An 18-year-old Maryland man is facing multiple murder charges after allegedly shooting and killing another man inside an SUV before turning himself in to police, authorities said. Prince George’s County Police arrested Raymond Terry III following the Sunday, Feb. 16 shooting that claimed the life of 26-year-old Landover resident Vincent Fisher III. Officers responded around 6:50 p.m. to the 2000 block of East Marlboro Avenue after receiving a call about a shooting, a spokesperson for the department said.  When they arrived, they found Fisher inside the SUV with a gunshot wound, where …
The Weeknd's Massive Summer Tour Coming To Foxboro After 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' Release The Weeknd's Massive Summer Tour Coming To Foxboro After 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' Release
The Weeknd's Massive Summer Tour Coming To Foxboro After 'Hurry Up Tomorrow' Release R&B and pop star The Weeknd has announced a massive summer tour that'll stop at several Northeast stadiums after releasing what may be the final album under his iconic persona. The Weeknd released the 2025 tour dates for the continuation of his After Hours til Dawn Tour. The announcement came just hours after the release of his album "Hurry Up Tomorrow" on Friday, Jan. 31. Like the new album, The Weeknd's tour completes a trilogy started by 2020's "After Hours" and 2022's "Dawn FM". The tour went across North America in 2022, along with Europe and Latin America in 2023. In the fall of …
Pedestrian From Upper Marlboro Killed Crossing Busy Maryland Intersection, State Police Say Pedestrian From Upper Marlboro Killed Crossing Busy Maryland Intersection, State Police Say
Pedestrian From Upper Marlboro Killed Crossing Busy Maryland Intersection, State Police Say A 60-year-old woman from Upper Marlboro was fatally struck by a car while crossing a busy intersection in Prince George’s County, officials announced Wednesday. Maryland State Police identified the victim as Gwendolyn Mack, who was struck shortly before 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 15, at the intersection of Landover Road and McCormick Drive in Landover. Landover Road and McCormick Drive in Landover. Google Maps street view Investigators say Mack was attempting to cross the intersection when she was struck by a black Dodge Challenger traveling in far lane.  The driver, D…
Police Identify 27-Year-Old District Man Killed During Double Shooting At Landover Gas Station Police Identify 27-Year-Old District Man Killed During Double Shooting At Landover Gas Station
Police Identify 27-Year-Old District Man Killed During Double Shooting At Landover Gas Station The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a New Year’s Eve double shooting in Landover that left a 27-year-old man dead and a woman injured. Michael Shipman Jr., of Washington, DC, was found fatally shot inside a vehicle on Tuesday evening, police said. Officers responded to a report of gunfire around 8:10 p.m. on Dec. 31 at the Exxon gas station in the 7500 block of Landover Road. Shipman Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene, while an unidentified woman was rushed to a hospital and listed stable condition a day later, authorities said. DOUBLE SHOOTING: Officers resp…
Army-Navy Game: Trump, Vance To Watch Midshipmen, Black Knights Football Faceoff In Landover Army-Navy Game: Trump, Vance To Watch Midshipmen, Black Knights Football Faceoff In Landover
Army-Navy Game: Trump, Vance To Watch Midshipmen, Black Knights Football Faceoff In Landover The stage is set for one of the most anticipated matchups in college football history as Navy (8-3) faces off against #22 Army (11-1) in the 125th Army-Navy Game on Saturday, Dec. 14. The game begins at 3 p.m. at Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD.  The stakes are higher than ever, with both teams gunning for the Commander-In-Chief's Trophy in what promises to be a thrilling showdown in this historic rivalry. VP-elect JD Vance will be joined by newly-acquitted Daniel Penny to be his guest at the Army-Navy game, and are expected to join President-elect Donald Trump in his suite. Fo…
RFK Stadium Deal Advances As Commanders Eye Possible DC Return RFK Stadium Deal Advances As Commanders Eye Possible DC Return
RFK Stadium Deal Advances As Commanders Eye Possible DC Return Progress is being made in negotiations that could allow the Washington Commanders to return to the RFK Stadium site in Washington, DC, according to a brand-new report. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has suggested that a potential deal might be included in the upcoming short-term spending bill, Axios says. While a final deal is not yet clear, attaching the House-passed legislation to the spending bill would open a significant path for the Commanders and fans eager to see professional football return to the nation’s capital.  The team currently plays in Landover, Maryland, at Nort…
One Of Three Winning $50K Powerball Tickets Sold At Landover Gas Station One Of Three Winning $50K Powerball Tickets Sold At Landover Gas Station
One Of Three Winning $50K Powerball Tickets Sold At Landover Gas Station Talk about spreading the wealth!  Maryland saw three lucky winners each score $50,000 prizes in the latest Powerball drawing on Monday, Dec. 2, making for some very happy holidays. The third-tier winning tickets were sold in Takoma Park, Pasadena, and Landover at: 7-Eleven, 900 Merrimac Drive, Takoma Park (Montgomery County); John’s Liquor & General Store, 812 Duvall Highway, Pasadena (Anne Arundel County); Landover Hills Exxon, 6579 Annapolis Road, Landover (Prince George’s County). Although no one took home the jackpot, Maryland had 9,459 winners who snagged prizes ranging fr…
Suspect Wanted For Murder Of 34-Year-Old Bowie Father In Landover Apprehended In DC: Police Suspect Wanted For Murder Of 34-Year-Old Bowie Father In Landover Apprehended In DC: Police
Suspect Wanted For Murder Of 34-Year-Old Bowie Father In Landover Apprehended In DC: Police A 23-year-old man has been charged with multiple counts of murder in connection to the fatal shooting of Bowie native Jakel Stone on Saturday. Hyattsville resident Lawrence Fox, Jr. has been identified and charged for his alleged role in the death of Stone, 34, in Landover during the holiday weekend, authorities announced on Wednesday. According to the Prince George's County Police Department, officers were called on Saturday, Aug. 31, where they found Stone in the 6900 block of Hawthorne Street suffering from gunshot wounds in a parking lot. He was taken to an area hospital, where he died…
Family Dealt Fresh Blow Following Fatal Shooting Of Bowie Father Family Dealt Fresh Blow Following Fatal Shooting Of Bowie Father
Family Dealt Fresh Blow Following Fatal Shooting Of Bowie Father A Maryland family is reeling once again after losing another loved one to violence, this time in Prince George's County. Bowie resident Jakel Stone, 34, leaves behind a teen son after he was shot to death in Landover over the holiday weekend. According to the Prince George's County Police Department, officers were called on Saturday, Aug. 31, where they found Stone in the 6900 block of Hawthorne Street suffering from gunshot wounds in a parking lot. He was rushed to an area hospital, where he later died, leaving his family asking questions as they grapple with their latest tragedy. Stone …
Lucky Numbers Land Maryland Man $50K Lottery Jackpot Lucky Numbers Land Maryland Man $50K Lottery Jackpot
Lucky Numbers Land Maryland Man $50K Lottery Jackpot A longtime Maryland Lottery player who has been playing for five decades finally won big playing the Pick 5 game using his favorite numbers. "Mr. D" who hails from a small town south of Landover, claimed a $50,000 prize this week after playing the same numbers for years since the game went on sale in February 2022. The loyal player placed a $1 straight bet on the number 41083 for the June 20 evening and June 21 midday drawings, and later, while waiting on line to pick up food, he checked those numbers, only to find that he hit a five-figure win. According to "Mr. D," he used to play random…
Pair Linked To Shots Fired At MPD Officer Charged After Landover Crash: Police Pair Linked To Shots Fired At MPD Officer Charged After Landover Crash: Police
Pair Linked To Shots Fired At MPD Officer Charged After Landover Crash: Police Two men implicated in a shooting involving a veteran Metropolitan Police Department officer are facing weapons charges after crashing in Prince George's County during a police pursuit, officials say. Rasheed Thorne, and William Walker IV, both 21, neither of whom has a fixed address, were taken into custody and charged with weapons offenses after crashing their vehicle in Landover, according to the Prince George's County Police Department. Update: Chief Pamela A. Smith provides an update regarding the off-duty MPD captain injured when shots were fired at their personal vehicle in the 580…
Cops ID Pedestrian, 37, Killed In Hit-Run Crash As Landover Woman Cops ID Pedestrian, 37, Killed In Hit-Run Crash As Landover Woman
Cops ID Pedestrian, 37, Killed In Hit-Run Crash As Landover Woman Police have identified a 37-year-old pedestrian struck and killed earlier this week. Lashaviao Spriggs of Landover.was killed in the crash, Prince George's County Police said on Friday, May 17. The hit-and-run sedan was located on Thursday, May 16, but no charges had been filed as of press time. On Tuesday, May 14, at approximately 10:30 p.m., patrol officers responded to Martin Luther King Jr. Highway and Bell Haven Drive in Landover for the report of a collision involving a pedestrian. Officers found the victim in the roadway suffering from trauma, they said. She was pronounced dead at t…
Police Searching For Sedan Used By Hit-Run Driver Who Killed Woman In Maryland Police Searching For Sedan Used By Hit-Run Driver Who Killed Woman In Maryland
Police Searching For Sedan Used By Hit-Run Driver Who Killed Woman In Maryland Police in Prince George's County are on the lookout for a vehicle and driver involved in a fatal crash in Landover overnight. A hit-and-run driver is at large following a fatal pedestrian crash that was reported at approximately 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14 in the area of Martin Luther King Jr. Highway and Bell Haven Drive, officials say. According to the Prince George's County Police Department, officers found a woman in the roadway upon their arrival, suffering from traumatic injuries. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Now, investigators are seeking the public's assistance in locat…