Major Dog Fighting Ring Busted in North Toledo (2024)

OCEAN CITY, MD – A seventeen-year-old male was arrested Tuesday night following a weapons violation incident at a motel near 20th Street in Ocean City.

The Ocean City Police were called to the scene at approximately 9:23 PM after receiving a report from a complainant who claimed that a male had pointed a handgun at him in one of the motel rooms.

The complainant also provided a description of the vehicle in which the suspect fled. This information led to the identification and subsequent arrest of the seventeen-year-old for the alleged weapons violation.

Under Maryland law, juveniles accused of specific offenses such as first-degree assault or handgun charges can be charged as adults, provided they meet certain age requirements. The case continues to be under investigation. Further details can be accessed through the Ocean City Police Department's news release.

LA PLATA, MD – A resident of La Plata, participating for the first time in a FAST PLAY game, has won a $190,383 progressive jackpot. The lucky winner, who prefers to go by the nickname “First Timer,” experienced an overwhelming sense of disbelief after discovering her substantial win.

The jackpot was won through a $10 ticket purchased for the FAST PLAY Grand Progressive game. The appeal of the game’s progressive jackpot, which increases with each ticket sold until it is won, prompted her to try her luck. This spontaneous purchase turned into a significant fortune.

Expressing her astonishment, "First Timer" shared her feelings from the Lottery Winner’s Circle. "It was surreal,” she remarked. “I’ve always dreamed about winning, but it was just a fun fantasy until it became reality."

This win marks a momentous occasion as "First Timer" secures the progressive jackpot on her inaugural attempt at the FAST PLAY Grand Progressive game. Her win not only fulfills a dream but also highlights the thrilling possibilities of lottery games.

NEW CASTLE, DE – The Delaware State Police are currently investigating a robbery that took place early Tuesday morning at a Dash In gas station in New Castle. The incident was reported to have occurred at approximately 4:55 AM at the location on 154 North Dupont Highway.

An unidentified white male suspect is believed to have entered the Dash In and coerced the on-duty employee to empty the cash register. During the incident, the suspect lifted his shirt to display a handgun, prompting the employee to comply. Subsequently, the suspect fled on foot toward the Airport Plaza Shopping Center with an undisclosed sum of money.

The suspect was described as a white male dressed in dark clothing and wearing a mask. As of now, no surveillance footage or images of the incident have been released.

WASHINGTON, DC — Police in D.C. are asking for assistance in locating 14-year-old Rajon Edwards, who was last observed on Wednesday at 3:20 PM on the 1200 block of Brentwood Road in Northeast DC.

Rajon is described as a Black male, 5'9" tall, weighing 135 pounds, with brown eyes and black dreadlocks. He was last seen wearing a black hooded shirt, black pants, and black and gray New Balance sneakers.

Anyone with information regarding Rajon's whereabouts is urged to contact the police at 202-727-9099 or send a text to 50411.

Washington, D.C. - D.C. Police have issued a warning today about a phone scam targeting the public. Impersonating MPD officers, scammers have been contacting individuals, falsely claiming that warrants have been issued for their arrest due to failure to appear at a court date. Victims are then instructed to go to police headquarters to avoid imminent arrest, with the scammers insisting on secrecy regarding the call.

You must not feel pressured to act if you receive unsolicited calls resembling this scam. Scammers may possess some public information about you, but this does not authenticate their claims. Verify the call's legitimacy by directly contacting the appropriate agency using customer service information on their official websites.

MPD will never demand payment over the phone. Refrain from disclosing your credit card number, personal details, or financial information. Avoid wiring money or transferring funds to unknown individuals. Inform your friends and family about the scam to help protect your community.

The public is reminded that the Metropolitan Police Department never solicits individuals' monetary funds, bank information, or social security numbers.

To check if you have an active D.C. Court arrest warrant, visit the DC Courts Active Warrant List or contact the D.C. Courts directly at (202) 879-1010. For inquiries about jury summons, contact the D.C. Court Juror Office at (202) 879-4604 or via email at jurorhelp@dcsc.gov.

If you've fallen victim to this scam in the District of Columbia, contact the Financial and Cyber Crimes Unit at (202) 727-4159 or email mpd.fraud-unit@dc.gov.

TOWSON, MD — The Baltimore County Crash Team is urgently seeking the public's assistance in locating a vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred on June 1, 2024, at approximately 9:25 PM on Northbound Route 702. The vehicle, identified as a 2018-2021 Ford F250 or F350 Super Duty, was last seen heading north towards I-695.

Tragically, the crash resulted in the death of 70-year-old Ronald Lee Lefavore, who was pronounced dead at the scene by Baltimore County paramedics. The ongoing investigation by the Baltimore County Crash Team aims to determine the circ*mstances surrounding the accident and apprehend the responsible driver.

Metro Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to the arrest and felony charges against the suspect. Tips can be provided anonymously in several ways:

• Online: Through the Metro Crime Stoppers website.
• By Phone: Calling 1-866-7-LOCKUP (1-866-756-2587).
• By Text: Sending a message to CRIMES (274637) with the prefix MCS and including relevant information.

The community's cooperation is crucial in bringing justice to the victim and preventing further incidents. Anyone with information is encouraged to come forward.