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Three charged in high-speed chase that left deputy hurt in Stafford County
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) said three people are facing several charges after allegedly leading deputies on a high-speed chase Tuesday evening. Shortly after 5:30 p.m., deputies observed a black Honda Civic that was allegedly wanted. The Sheriff’s Office said deputies attempted to stop the car but […]
2 dead, 1 hurt in Charles County crash
CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — A deadly crash in Charles County caused lanes on Route 301 to close for multiple hours on Wednesday afternoon. The crash happened at around 2 p.m. on US 301 South at Popes Creek Road. Two cars were involved, a spokesperson for the Maryland State Police confirmed. At least […]
Jury duty scam reported in Stafford
The Stafford Sheriff’s Office says recently there have been scam reports involving fake deputies. These scammers pretend to be a member of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office and inform the victim they missed jury duty. In order to avoid arrest, the scammer demands money, usually by a Bitcoin kiosk or by third-party apps like Zelle.
Police Sergeant In Charles County Pleads Guilty To Driving While Impaired, Sheriff Says
In June, Sgt. Robert Smith was suspended with pay after the sheriff's office learned that he was being charged in the neighboring jurisdiction. The incident was reported on Tuesday, June 11 in Mechanicsville. Smith was off-duty at the time. This week, Smith pleaded guilty to one count of driving while...
Warrant Unit Seeks Whereabouts Of Suspect In First-Degree Assault Case (Stewart)
Warrant Unit seeks whereabouts of suspect in first-degree assault: On July 21 at 12:40 p.m., officers responded to the 2300 block of Alava Court in Waldorf for the report of an assault in progress. When officers arrived, the suspect, Gary Courtney Stewart, age 50, of S.E. Washington, D.C., had already fled the area. A preliminary investigation showed Stewart punched the victim in the face and then attempted to stab her. The victim was able to escape and call 9-1-1. Officers immediately obtained an arrest warrant and have been pursuing leads; however, Stewart has not been located. Stewart is 6’2” and weighs approximately 180 pounds. He has brown eyes and brown hair, and he may be armed with a weapon. Anyone with information about Stewart’s whereabouts is asked not to approach him but to call Sgt. Coulby at 301-932-3072. Tipsters who want to remain anonymous may contact Charles County Crime Solvers by calling 1-866-411-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted online at www.charlescountycrimesolvers.com or by using the P3Intel mobile app.
Loud noise advisory on Thursday around Dahlgren
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) plans to conduct range testing July 25 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. that may produce very loud noise in communities surrounding Naval Support Facility Dahlgren. Access to the Potomac River Middle Danger Zone, as described in 33 CFR 334.230, will be restricted...
Woman Rescued After Being Trapped In Overturned Vehicle For Two Days
NANJEMOY, Md. — In a miraculous turn of events, deputies from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office located and rescued a woman who had been trapped in her overturned vehicle for two days. On the night of Tuesday, July 23, 2024, the Maryland State Police were called by the...
Spotsy Driver Admits To Drinking, Driving Before Crash At Fredericksburg Intersection: Police
A Spotsylvania woman was arrested after smashing into another driver in Fredericksburg while allegedly driving under the influence, police say.Over the weekend, an officer on patrol in downtown Fredericksburg spotted a red Toyota RAV 4 that blew through the stop sign at the intersection of Fauquier…
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