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CRIME & SAFETY
Charles County Man Shot And Killed At Weekend Car Meet
DISTRICT HEIGHTS, Md. – The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at a car meet early Sunday morning. The victim is 26-year-old John Phipps of Waldorf. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
Teens In Stolen Vehicle Lead To Five-Vehicle Crash In Mechanicsville, Sheriff Says
At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 20, a vehicle was stolen from a Great Mills residence, which was spotted shortly after 2:45 p.m. later that afternoon by sheriff's deputies, who attempted to conduct a traffic stop in the area of Three Notch Road and Mechanicsville Road in Mechanicsville. The...
Leonardtown man indicted for April shooting at Applebee's
A 21-year-old Leonardtown man was served a seven-count indictment May 6 in connection with a shooting incident that occurred earlier this year at the Applebee’s restaurant in California. In the indictment filed in St. Mary’s County Circuit Court, defendant Jontae Lamont Proctor is charged with attempted first-degree murder, attempted second-degree murder, first-degree assault, firearm use in a violent crime, two counts related to having a loaded handgun and illegal possession of a firearm. ...
Car crashes in Helen
Car crashes in Helen During the daytime hours of May 18, a motor vehicle driving in the rain on Route 5 in Helen hydroplaned and crashed. According to the Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department, emergency crews checked out one motorist for possible injuries, but no hospital transports were reported.
MSP Leonardtown Barrack Arrests, DUIs And Warrants Served
On 5/11/2024, TFC Engleman responded to the Target, located at 45155 First Colony Boulevard, California, MD for the report of a theft. Investigation revealed that Amber Renee Kellis, 39 of Great Mills, MD stole approximately $250.00 worth of goods. Kellis was issued a criminal citation for Theft: $100 to Under $1,500.
MISSING PERSON: Heather Dawn Stills, Age 36, Last Seen In Great Mills
LEONARDTOWN, Md. – The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office seeks community assistance locating missing person Heather Dawn Stills 36 YOA. Last seen on Towey Court in Great Mills. Heather is 5′-04″, 165#’s, Black female, Brown hair. She is thought to be in the Lexington Park/California area.
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