The Leesburg Police Department arrested a Takoma Park, Maryland man in connection with a series of retail thefts at several local businesses.
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The PGPD’s Financial Crimes Unit identified four suspects who targeted an elderly woman last week in a “pigeon drop” scam in the county. A pigeon drop scam involves convincing a victim to give the suspect(s) a large amount of cash as collateral with the hope of then sharing a sum of money.
Taffer’s Tavern has closed its only DC-area location after two years. The restaurant, launched by Bar Rescue’s Jon Taffer, was located at 700 6th St NW, near the Capital One Arena. (more…)
A $1.8 million Multi-Match jackpot ticket was sold at the Chesapeake Market in Prince George’s County, MD, marking the first Multi-Match jackpot win since August. The lucky winner can choose between a 25-installment annuity or a $1.075 million cash option. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery:
A Prince George’s County man is $200,000 richer after purchasing a winning lottery scratch-off ticket at MGM National Harbor casino. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery:
Love Food, a website with nearly 3 million Facebook followers with the description of “the definitive website for food, recipes and reviews”, has put together a list of the best sandwich from every state. According to Love Food, the selections are based on genuine user reviews, awards and accolades, and the first-hand experience of their team.
Beloved Greek restaurant, Analia’s Cafe, will close its doors after nearly 10 years at 480 Prospect Blvd in Frederick. The restaurant made the announcement in a social media post on Tuesday.
A scratch-off loving grandfather from Prince George’s County is $100,000 richer after recentlty purchasing a winning lottery scratch-off ticket. Full story below courtesy MD Lottery: (more…)
On Thursday, Baltimore Police announced that an arrest warrant was issued for 24-year-old John Callis of Baltimore following the brutal assault that was captured in the now-viral video of Callis assaulting two Washington Commanders fans following last Sunday’s Ravens/Commanders game. Today, the department has announced he has been arrested.
According to the Maryland Lottery, a $1,000,000-winning ticket that was purchased last week at the Check Cash Depot at 8 16th Avenue in Brooklyn Park, MD remains unclaimed as of Monday, October 21. (more…)