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Two people were hospitalized and one suspect was arrested after a carjacking and shooting spree across multiple locations in northern Prince George's County Thursday afternoon, according to police.
Prince George's County Public Schools is considering renaming the César Chávez Dual Spanish Immersion School in Hyattsville after New York Times reporting of allegations that César Chávez engaged in inappropriate sexual behavior toward women and possibly minors during his UFW leadership; parents react with shock and concern about the impact on students and the cost and logistics of a name change, while the district continues its formal renaming process.
Sphere Entertainment plans a 6,000-seat Sphere at National Harbor, opening in 2030 if approved, backed by roughly $200 million in public incentives to help Prince George's County recover from recent entertainment losses.
A man named Hugo Hernandez-Mendez has been charged with the murder of 19-year-old Dacara Thompson in Prince George's County, Maryland. Thompson was reported missing in late August and her body was found a week later near Route 50. Hernandez-Mendez, an immigrant without proper legal status, was arrested and is held without bond, with investigations ongoing to determine the cause of death and whether the two knew each other.
A woman in Prince George's County was scammed out of $700,000 by individuals posing as FTC agents, after receiving a fake alert about her Apple ID and following instructions to withdraw cash, highlighting a growing trend of carrier scams.
Another raccoon in Prince George's County, Maryland has tested positive for rabies, prompting authorities to issue a warning to residents. This is one of several recent cases in the region, raising concerns about public health and safety.
A rabid raccoon found in Prince George's County has prompted health officials to issue an alert for residents who may have come in contact with the animal. Rabies is transmitted through bites or scratches from infected animals, and those who may have been exposed are urged to seek medical attention and contact the county health department. Residents are advised to avoid contact with unfamiliar animals, ensure pets are vaccinated for rabies, and report unusual animal behavior. Additionally, precautions such as keeping pets indoors, securing garbage cans, and wearing gloves when handling animals are recommended to prevent exposure to rabies.
A rabid raccoon found in College Park, Maryland, has tested positive for rabies, triggering a health alert from the Prince George’s County Health Department. Anyone who may have had contact with the animal is urged to reach out to the department, and it's recommended to report unusual animal behavior and avoid handling or feeding unknown animals in the community. Rabies is transmitted through saliva and can be prevented with post-exposure treatment, while preventative treatment for rabies is received by about 900 Marylanders each year.
Prince George’s County police are seeking help in identifying two hooded and masked suspects who fatally shot 30-year-old Idongesit Udosen, a trash removal company employee, in Maryland. The shooting, which occurred in the unincorporated section of Hyattsville, was not believed to be random. Police have released photos and video of the suspects and are offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in the case. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police.
Authorities have released images and video of suspects believed to have shot and killed a Prince George's County garbage collector while he was working. The victim, 30-year-old Idongesit Udosen, was shot while on duty with a trash removal company in the Riverdale area. Video footage shows two suspects exiting a gray Kia sedan and shooting Udosen before driving off. Police are working to identify the suspects and determine a motive, and are offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to an arrest.
Prince George's County police honored members of their marine unit and underwater recovery team for their critical participation in the search and rescue operations at the site of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. The divers worked in hazardous conditions with limited visibility in the Patapsco River, and their efforts were recognized by officials for their bravery and dedication to answering the call in dangerous situations.
Maryland State Police arrested Flavio Cesar Lanuza, 27, of Laurel, Maryland, following the theft of a Maryland Department of Transportation State Highway Administration vehicle and a pursuit through Prince George’s and Montgomery counties, during which Lanuza allegedly struck more than a dozen vehicles. The pursuit resulted in injuries to a civilian and two law enforcement members, with charges pending against Lanuza including vehicle theft and first-degree assault.
A 3-year-old boy and his mother were shot in Langley Park, with the child tragically dying and the mother hospitalized. The toddler has been identified as Jeremy Poou-Caceres, and police are urging the community to come forward with any information. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for details leading to an arrest and indictment in the case.
A carjacking suspect linked to a Washington, D.C. homicide died in an officer-involved shooting in Prince George's County after a crime spree that included a carjacking, multiple shootings, and firing at a police officer. The suspect, who had a minor criminal history and may have been experiencing mental health issues, was involved in several violent incidents before being confronted by New Carrollton officers. The incident is under investigation, and officials plan to release any camera footage related to the shooting.
A 31-year-old Baltimore woman, Tanay Stallings-Brown, has been arrested and charged for a violent rampage in Prince George's County, where she allegedly stabbed two people and hit multiple others with her car. The victims, including a 15-year-old girl, sustained serious injuries. Stallings-Brown faces several charges, including attempted first-degree murder, and has a criminal history in Baltimore. The motive for the violence remains unknown, and she is not cooperating with authorities.