Man Apprehended After Barricading Himself Inside Maryland Home Man Apprehended After Barricading Himself Inside Maryland Home
Man Apprehended After Barricading Himself Inside Maryland Home A man was apprehended after an hourslong standoff that began early this morning in Bowie, authorities say. Police were first at the scene shortly before 11 a.m. on Friday, July 22, where there was a man who barricaded himself inside a Gladys Retreat Circle residence refusing to come outside, according to Prince George's County Police. Negotiators worked for several hours to reach a resolution with the man, who was safely taken into custody without incident at approximately 2:05 p.m. later on Friday afternoon, police said. No injuries have been reported at this time. Roads that w…
Alert Issued For Missing Upper Marlboro Man Alert Issued For Missing Upper Marlboro Man
Alert Issued For Missing Upper Marlboro Man Police are asking for the public's assistance in locating a missing Upper Marlboro man who hasn't been seen in nearly a week, authorities say. Robert Griggs, 47, was last seen in the 9800 block of Royal Commerce Place around 11 a.m., Friday, July 15, according to Prince George's County Police. Griggs is described as a black male, 5-foot-9 tall, and 190 pounds, investigators said. He was last seen wearing a cartoon shirt, black pants, and black tennis shoes.  He may be driving a black Mazda 3 with Maryland tags 3ET1953. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the P…
Bowie's Jami Bennett Dies Suddenly, 20 Bowie's Jami Bennett Dies Suddenly, 20
Bowie's Jami Bennett Dies Suddenly, 20 A studious and enthusiastic Bowie athlete's life was cut short late last spring unexpectedly passing away at only 20 years old, according to posts by her family. Jami Marie Bennett "found her peace" when she died on May 31. Originally from Nebraska, Jami grew up in Bowie and made the area her home, participating in several sports excelling in academics at Bowie High School, according to an obituary. Jami had completed over two years at Towson University before her passing, and worked as a Community Center Assistant as well as a manager at a smoothie store.  A true adventure seeker, Ja…
Tornados Wreck Greater Baltimore Tornados Wreck Greater Baltimore
Tornados Wreck Greater Baltimore Greater Baltimore was left cleaning up Wednesday, July 6 after a tornado and severe storms that swept through the area. Evidence of two twisters was apparent in Bowie and Shady Side, one with winds up to 80 mph, NBC Washington reports. Tweets by Meg_Handtruck .@wbaltv11 @WMAR2News @FOXBaltimore Tornado touched down in Bowie at approximately 5:30pm - in "B" section near intersection of Bradford & Buckingham. Many large trees & telephone pole down. pic.twitter.com/vjVf6GiVcX — Trombone Joe Jackson (@Trombone_JoeJ) July 5, 2022 Neighbors reported seeing trees rocking, a trampoli…
Details Released In Massive Prince George's Nursing Home Fire Details Released In Massive Prince George's Nursing Home Fire
Details Released In Massive Prince George's Nursing Home Fire The fire that displaced over 100 residents in a Bowie senior living facility has been allegedly traced to an explosion in the kitchen, authorities say. As previously reported by Daily Voice, a collapsed exterior wall led responders to smoke and a small fire coming from the kitchen of the facility at the 1500 block of Health Center Drive around 3:46 a.m., Tuesday, June 14, according to the Prince George's County Fire Department.  While no injuries related to the fire have been reported, all 112 residents of the facility had to be relocated due to utility damages from the incident. Most …
Hunterdon County Motorcyclist Dies In Crash, 41 Hunterdon County Motorcyclist Dies In Crash, 41
Hunterdon County Motorcyclist Dies In Crash, 41 Beloved Hunterdon County motorcyclist and technical school graduate Jeremiah J. Kratz died in a crash on Friday, June 10. He was 41. Born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Jeremiah graduated from Warren County Technical School in Washington and lived in Whitehouse at the time of his death, his obituary and social media pages say. Jeremiah was known for being a talented craftsman and machinist, as well as his passion for cars, and was often referred to as a “gearhead,” according to his memorial. He also loved to cook and sing karaoke. Jeremiah leaves behind his loving mother, Debra L. Kratz and …
100+ Displaced In Bowie Nursing Home Fire 100+ Displaced In Bowie Nursing Home Fire
100+ Displaced In Bowie Nursing Home Fire More than 100 residents were displaced after an alleged explosion at a nursing home in Bowie, authorities say. Initial reports of an explosion at the facility on the 15000 block of Health Center Drive came in at 3:42 a.m., Tuesday, June 14, according to the Prince George's Fire Department.  All 112 residents of the facility were transferred to neighboring facilities with the assistance of several area partners. No injuries have been reported.  Family of residents are welcome to gather at the Bowie Senior Center. The city of Bowie has set up a line for families to check on the sta…
Orphaned Siblings Who Lost Parents In Weekend Maryland Crash Get Big Boost Orphaned Siblings Who Lost Parents In Weekend Maryland Crash Get Big Boost
Orphaned Siblings Who Lost Parents In Weekend Maryland Crash Get Big Boost A Maryland community is coming together to support siblings whose parents were killed in a crash over the weekend. More than $200,000 had been raised for the children of Charlene "Charlie" and Kyle Savage as of Tuesday, May 24, the Facebook fundraiser reads.  The fundraiser — created by Kester Irwin Hanley Crosse II — is intended to help the Savage's oldest son, Kyle Jr., begin college at Hampton and is on track to graduate from Dematha Catholic High School. Knico will begin high school in the fall. It is with deep sadness that we share that the parents of senior Kyle Savage ‘22 pass…
Maryland Construction Worker Playing Hooky Wins $100K Lottery Tickets From Liquor Store Maryland Construction Worker Playing Hooky Wins $100K Lottery Tickets From Liquor Store
Maryland Construction Worker Playing Hooky Wins $100K Lottery Tickets From Liquor Store A construction worker made a decision last month that wound up boosting his bank account by $100,000, according to the Maryland Lottery. The Bowie resident was headed to work on Saturday, April 23, when a series of events put a winning Power 10s scratch-off in his hand, reports the lottery. First, the 58-year-old man realized he wasn’t needed on site that day so he decided to enjoy a day off and stopped by TJ Beer, Wine & Liquor in Takoma Park to purchase scratch-off games, including three Power 10s tickets, according to the lottery.  While playing one of the games, he noticed the…
PA Dad Texted Girl He 'Wanted To Be Her First' Wanted By Police PA Dad Texted Girl He 'Wanted To Be Her First' Wanted By Police
PA Dad Texted Girl He 'Wanted To Be Her First' Wanted By Police A Pennsylvania dad who repeatedly texted a child about sex and tried to show her his penis — is wanted by police. Lower Allen Township police were called by a mom who reported child endangerment on Aug. 21, 2021, at 11:50 p.m., the department said in a release. Her 13-year-old daughter "had an inappropriate encounter with an adult male in their driveway," the woman told the police. Joshua Potts, a 45-year-old hairstylist from Mechanicsburg, “contacted ‘his friend's' daughter via text message and requested for the two of them to meet” in the driveway the same day the police were called, a…
These Celebrities Call Maryland Home These Celebrities Call Maryland Home
These Celebrities Call Maryland Home Some actors, athletes, musicians, and television personalities call or at one point have called Maryland home.  Maybe you saw them at the grocery store — or are still hoping to. Either way, here's your common thread with the rich and famous. Anna Faris (actress, podcast host): Farris was born in Baltimore while her father worked as a professor at Towson University. Her family later relocated to Washington. Edward Norton (actor): Raised in Columbia, graduated from Wilde Lake High School in 1987. Goldie Hawn (actress): Raised in Takoma Park, Hawn attended Montgomery Blair Hi…
18-Year-Old Gunman Arrested For Murder In Prince George's, Police Say 18-Year-Old Gunman Arrested For Murder In Prince George's, Police Say
18-Year-Old Gunman Arrested For Murder In Prince George's, Police Say An 18-year-old man has been arrested in the shooting death of a 24-year-old victim last month in Prince George's County. Nekole Sanders, of Bowie, is believed to have shot and killed Eugene Kelly Gray, also of Bowie, on the 15400 block of Empress Way around 7:50 p.m. Jan. 9, county police said. Gray was pronounced dead on the scene. Sanders and Gray knew each other, but the motive remains under investigation. Sanders is charged with first-degree murder and related charges. He is was being held by the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status. If anyone has information relevant to thi…