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Elkton, MD
Police & Fire
Massive Tree Lands On Maryland House, Sparking Blaze That Finishes The Job: Fire Marshal
A massive tree that uprooted and landed on a Wicomico County home sparked a quick-moving fire that brought the rest of the residence to the ground, the Maryland State Fire Marshal said. An accidental fire ignited in the exterior of an Emerson Avenue home in Salisbury shortly before 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 27, tearing through the wooden frame, after the fallen tree landed on the house. The downed tree caused significant damage to the property before the fire started from power lines coming into the home, causing flames to spread, bringing down the house. It took a team of 30 firefight…
Elkton, MD
Police & Fire
Maryland Trio Busted For Attempted Murder In Playstation Purchase Gone Bad: State Police
Three suspects were apprehended in Maryland after a planned deal to purchase a Playstation went awry and a 26-year-old wound up with serious injuries during an alleged assault, authorities said. Pottsville's Kimberly Renee Worley, 31, and Salisbury residents Avontae Curtis Fortt, 27, and Laquan Frederick Cannon, 31, arrived at the Layes Landing Road home in Newark to purchase the video game system from the victim the night of Monday, July 11, Maryland State Police said. During the exchange, Fortt struck the victim in the back of the head with a pistol while also firing several rounds from t…
Hagerstown, MD
Police & Fire
Drug Manufacturer, Distributer Apprehended In Maryland Following Investigation
An alleged drug distributor in Maryland with a lengthy rap sheet is facing a host of new charges after being busted by police investigators selling crack cocaine, officials announced. Wicomico County resident Khadel Monte Gregory, 23, of Salisbury, was arrested following a lengthy investigation into reported sales of controlled dangerous substances (CDS) from an Airport Road residence that spread throughout the region. The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office Community Action Team (CAT) launched an investigation into Gregory and his operation in June, where there were reports of him selling CDS…
Westminster, MD
Police & Fire
Troopers Bust Out Stop Sticks To End Teen Robbers' Pursuit In Maryland: State Police
Two teens were apprehended in Maryland after police said they robbed a convenience store then led police on a pursuit in a vehicle they were not authorized to use, authorities announced. At approximately 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 22, Maryland State Police troopers received a 911 call from an employee at the Pittsville Shore Stop after a 13-year-old girl and 15-year-old boy robbed the store, MSP said. A second 911 call was made shortly after the initial report for a reckless driver on Route 50 near Forest Grove Road, according to police. The vehicle then entered a Royal Farms location, …
Westminster, MD
Police & Fire
Maryland Man Busted For Allegedly Stabbing Cousin During Dispute: State Police
A family feud turned bloody in Maryland when a man allegedly stabbed his cousin during a dispute, state police said. Salisbury resident Charles Wagner, 51, was arrested on Friday, June 17 in connection to a stabbing in Worcester County involving his victim, identified as Brian Wagner, 53, who police said is believed to be his cousin. Maryland State Police troopers responded to TidalHealth Peninsula Regional hospital in Salisbury shortly after 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 16, where there was a report of a stabbing victim who had been dropped off there by a friend after an incident in Worcester C…
Westminster, MD
Obituaries
Services Set For Maryland Sheriff's Deputy Killed In The Line Of Duty
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office has announced plans for Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard, who was killed on the job while attempting to apprehend a wanted fugitive. Hilliard’s funeral will be held on Tuesday, June 21 at noon at the Emmanuel Wesleyan Church on Beaglin Park Drive in Salisbury, with a public viewing for two hours prior to the service. Information regarding road closures and further instructions are expected to be released by the sheriff’s office over the next few days in advance of the funeral. A memorial was set up for Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard.Facebook/Wi…
Towson, MD
News
Two Maryland Cities Named Best Places To Live In 2022-23 By US News
Two Maryland cities were named on US News & World Report's list of 150 Best Places to Live in 2022-2023. Baltimore was ranked 84th and Salisbury was ranked 115th, according to the list. Meanwhile, Washington DC made it among the top 20. The list is generated by analyzing 150 metro areas across the country based on quality of life, job market, value of living and people's desire to live there. Baltimore received an overall score of 6.1 out of 10. The city's charm was said to be captured with its small-town feel and "elegant architecture, friendly people and lively…
Towson, MD
Police & Fire
Human Remains Found In Maryland Spark Homicide Investigation: Police
Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal shooting following the discovery of the remains of a man who was last seen on Feb. 25, in Wicomico County, authorities say. The body of Craig Polk Jr., 23, of Salisbury was discovered on the edge of a field near Rockawalkin Road in Salisbury, around 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 3, according to MDSP. His death was ruled a homicide after medical examiners in Baltimore determined he was killed by a gunshot, said Maryland State Police. No suspects have been arrested at this time. Anyone with information on the case is asked to contact Maryland St…
Glen Burnie, MD
Police & Fire
Victim & Officers ID'd In Fatal Police-Involved Shooting In Somerset County
The victim of a fatal police-involved shooting in Somerset County, along with the involved officers, have been identified, the Office of the Attorney General said on Wednesday, April 27. The victim is 24-year-old William Brink of Salisbury, the office said. The involved officers are Corporal Jason Dykes, a Maryland State Trooper, Sergeant Kevin Goepfert, with the Somerset County Sheriff’s Office, and Deputy First Class Anthony Jackson, also with the office. Brink was shot during an altercation in Westover on Monday, the Somerset County Sheriff's Office said on Facebook. FOR IMMEDIAT…
Glen Burnie, MD
Lifestyle
Maryland's Jay Copeland Gets Big News In Emotional 'American Idol' Moment
Maryland's Jay Copeland is one step closer to being the next "American Idol." The 23-year-old Salisbury resident earlier in the week was told by Katy Perry that they'd need more from him after a duet of "Shallow" with Pennsylvania's Morgan Gruber. Copeland certainly delivered with his rendition of "Who Do You Think You Are" by Christina Perri, after which Perry told the young artist that he'd made it to the Top 24. "You're almost a perfect singer," Perry said. "Sometimes perfection doesn't win over feeling. "Your journey will be ending," she pauses. "Sometime in the near future, but it's …
Edison, NJ
Police & Fire
Authorities: 2 More Charged In Massive NJ Money Laundering Scheme, 50 Victims Identified
A brand new BMW, jewelry, handgun, ammunition and luxury items purchased using stolen funds were seized from two individuals -- the latest to be charged in a massive money laundering scheme, authorities in Middlesex County said Thursday. Shemar Rogers, 22, Tariah Darby, 22, both of New Brunswick, stole more than $250,000 from more than 50 victims in a massive money laundering scheme, Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone said. The two were arrested on March 30, 2021, and charged following a six-week investigation involving multiple agencies. A court ordered search of the their h…
