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Active Internal Affairs Division Investigation Underway into Prince George’s County Police Officer’s Actions

Published September 7, 2023 at 3:08PM

Per Prince George’s County Police: The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Internal Affairs Division (IAD) is actively investigating the actions of a Prince George’s County Police officer that were recorded and posted on social media. The Department is aware of two videos involving Corporal Francesco Marlett and an adult female. As soon as the agency became aware of the first video on Tuesday, IAD opened an investigation and Chief Malik Aziz decisively suspended this officer’s police powers.

As part of its investigation, the Internal Affairs Division is attempting to interview all parties involved as well as citizens with knowledge of the interactions. IAD encourages those with knowledge to please assist with the investigation by speaking with detectives. Your information could play a key role in helping us determine exactly what happened and taking appropriate action.

Prince George’s County Police Officer Suspended After TikTok Video Goes Viral

By Patrick Herron

Published September 6, 2023 at 11:42AM

A Prince George’s County Police (PGPD) officer has been suspended as the department continues to investigate the circumstances of a video that appears to show the uniformed officer enter the backseat of a marked police vehicle with a woman. The video, which was first posted on TikTok on Monday, September 4, has since gone viral and is making national headlines.

On Tuesday, PGPD tweeted, “PGPD Executive Command is aware of a video circulating on social media with one of our officers. As soon as we became aware earlier today, we opened an investigation to determine the circumstances. Additional information will be released once investigated and confirmed.”

Prince George’s County Police Investigating Incident Involving Officer Seen in Viral Video

By Patrick Herron

Published September 5, 2023 at 11:50AM

PGPD Executive Command is aware of a video circulating on social media with one of our officers. As soon as we became aware earlier today, we opened an investigation to determine the circumstances. Additional information will be released once investigated and confirmed.

— PGPDNEWS (@PGPDNews) September 5, 2023

New Chick-Fil-A Concept to Open This Month in Maryland

By Patrick Herron

Published September 4, 2023 at 5:39PM | Updated September 8, 2023 at 8:49PM

Little Blue Menu^®, created by Chick-fil-A^®, is delighted to announce the opening of its College Park location on Thursday, Sept. 14. A nod to Chick-fil-A Founder S. Truett Cathy’s original blue menu at the first Chick-fil-A location, Little Blue Menu allows guests to order Chick-fil-A classics alongside soon-to-be favorites like wings and burgers. Through digital ordering only, guests can enjoy Little Blue Menu for pick-up, delivery and catering.

“College Park is a hub for innovation, so we can think of no better place to introduce Little Blue Menu and give customers more of what they want,” said L.J. Yankosky, senior director of the innovation and new ventures team at Chick-fil-A. “We can’t wait to serve the community and become an integral part of the local dining scene.”

Maryland Man Pleads Guilty for Threatening An LGBTQI+ Advocacy Group; “You have the right to your own opinions, but you don’t have the right to threaten the lives of those who disagree with you”

By MCS Staff

Published September 2, 2023 at 11:32PM

Per the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland:– Adam Michael Nettina, age 34, of West Friendship, Maryland, pleaded guilty today to using the telephone to threaten a group that advocates for LGBTQI+ people. As part of his plea agreement, Nettina also admitted sending messages to Maryland and Virginia state delegates due to their statements in support of transgender people.

“You have the right to your own opinions, but you don’t have the right to threaten the lives of those who disagree with you,” said United States Attorney for the District of Maryland, Erek L. Barron. “We’ll continue prosecuting these threats to the fullest extent of the law.”

Man Arrested for Impaired Driving After Crashing Into Maryland State Trooper

By Patrick Herron

Published September 2, 2023 at 6:04PM

Per the Maryland State Police: Maryland State Police arrested a man on impaired driving charges after a crash in which a state trooper was injured this morning in Washington County. The suspect, Chauncey Dale Baylor II, 30, of Hagerstown, Maryland is charged with impaired driving. He was transported to the Maryland State Police Hagerstown Barrack for processing before being released. Additional charges are pending in the case.

At about 2:45 a.m., Corporal Kevin Mowers, who is assigned to the Hagerstown Barrack, was traveling west on Interstate 70, east of Route 66 in his marked departmental vehicle. According to a preliminary investigation, Corporal Mowers’s vehicle was struck by a silver 2013 Chrysler 300, driven by Baylor.Corporal Mowers was flown by MSP Aviation Command, Trooper 3, to the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center in Baltimore for treatment of his injuries. Baylor was arrested at the scene. All lanes of westbound I-70 prior to Route 66 were closed temporarily for reconstruction of the crash. The crash remains under investigation.

Governor Wes Moore Continues ‘More Opportunity Tour’ in Partnership with Federal Communications Commission to Highlight Affordable Connectivity Program Training Program at Salisbury University

By Patrick Herron

Published August 30, 2023 at 2:05PM

Per the State of Maryland: Today, Governor Wes Moore and Federal Communications Commission Chair Jessica Rosenworcel joined Marylanders during a free “train the trainer” Affordable Connectivity Program training session at Salisbury University. The latest ‘More Opportunity Tour’ stop highlighted the mission to ensure that all households can afford broadband services and to support the governor’s goal of getting every Marylander online by the end of his first term in office.

“Today, we celebrate the partnership that is needed to bridge the digital divide,” said Gov. Moore. “Broadband infrastructure means nothing if you can’t afford to connect to the internet. The Affordable Connectivity Program provides discounts that help tear down the cost barrier standing between Marylanders and internet access. Connectivity is no longer optional, and with programs like the Affordable Connectivity Program, we will create internet access for all.”

Ohio Man Sentenced to Almost 22 Years in Federal Prison for Driving a Bomb to Maryland with the Intent to Kill a Romantic Rival

By MCS Staff

Published August 29, 2023 at 10:46PM

Per the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland– U.S. District Judge Stephanie A. Gallagher today sentenced Clayton Alexander McCoy, age 32, of Chesterland, Ohio, to 262 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for transporting explosives with intent to injure and to possession of an unregistered firearm/explosive device, in connection with an explosion at a home in Carroll County, Maryland. A resident of the home was the boyfriend of a woman in whom McCoy had a romantic interest. Judge Gallagher also ordered that McCoy pay restitution in the full amount of the loss, which is at least $96,378.38.

According to his guilty plea and court documents, McCoy built a bomb in his home in Ohio, then drove the bomb to Victim 1’s home in Carroll County, Maryland, intending to kill the victim. McCoy knew the victim and a woman, who was Victim 1’s girlfriend, for a number of years through a live action role-playing battle game/social club. In October 2020 McCoy expressed romantic feelings for the woman, who informed McCoy that she was in a relationship with Victim 1 and did not share McCoy’s romantic feelings.

Update: Precautionary Sweep Finds No Hazardous Materials After National Zoo Was Evacuated Due to Bomb Threat

By MCS Staff

Published August 29, 2023 at 12:19PM | Updated August 29, 2023 at 1:59PM

1:44pm Update: MPD’s Explosive Ordinance Disposal Squad conducted a precautionary sweep of the zoo and found no hazardous materials.

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo (3001 Connecticut Avenue NW DC) is being evacuated due to a bomb threat. According to FOX5, “Authorities say a reported bomb threat was received around 11:13 a.m. Tuesday morning. Visitors and staff have been asked to evacuate the zoo.”

Germantown Man Dead After Being Found Unresponsive in the Water at a North Carolina Beach

By MCS Staff

Published August 28, 2023 at 6:12PM

Authorities responded to the scene of a man who was found unresponsive in the water in Carolina Beach, North Carolina, the town announced Monday morning. Life saving measures were unsuccessful and he was pronounced dead. The man was identified as Germantown, MD resident, Steven Samuel Lehner (age 59). The full statement, per the Town of Carolina Beach, can be seen below:

“CAROLINA BEACH, NC, August 28th, 2023 at 11:54 a.m.- The Carolina Beach Police Department, Carolina Beach Fire Department and New Hanover County EMS were dispatched to the beach strand in the area of Seagull Ln., in reference to a subject found unresponsive in the water.

Metro introduces ‘Kids Ride Free’ lanes to help D.C. students use Metro to get to school

By MCS Staff

Published August 28, 2023 at 3:28PM

Metro is marking the first day of school for D.C. public school students with a new effort to help ensure a safe and stress-free trip to and from school. Starting today, students will see ‘Kids Ride Free’ signage directing them to use specific faregates at Metrorail stations most used by school children. Station Managers will be on hand to help students who may have issues with their Kids Ride Free SmarTrip cards. If a student does not have their card, the Station Manager will tap the student through the faregates and take note of the student’s school to give the D.C Public School System data to help ensure cards are distributed.

Students are reminded that their Kids Ride Free card from last school year will work until the end of September to allow time for distribution of this year’s cards. Metro has begun working with the District to make Kids Ride Free cards available in mobile wallets in the future to give give students with smartphones a convenient way to get to school without the risk of losing their physical cards. Stations with Kids Ride Free faregate lanes include: