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Alfred Chestnut, Andrew Stewart and Ransom Watkins — also known as the Harlem Park Three — will receive a $48 million settlement from Baltimore City after the trio was wrongfully convicted of killing a teenager 40 years ago.
Alfred Chestnut, Andrew Stewart and Ransom Watkins — also known as the Harlem Park Three — will receive a $48 million settlement from Baltimore City after the trio was wrongfully convicted of killing a teenager 40 years ago. (Mid-Atlantic Innocence Project)

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MD Judge Fatally Shot In Driveway Of His Home: Sheriff

A Maryland Circuit Court judge died after he was shot in the driveway of his Hagerstown home Thursday night, and a man whose divorce case was being heard by the victim has been named a person of interest in the slaying, the Associated Press reported Friday.

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Cop Assaulted Police During Jan. 6 Capitol Riot: FBI

A Montgomery County police officer, was already on administrative leave for his involvement in the shooting death of a man, was indicted on two felony charges for assaulting police during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol, according to federal officials.

Rachel Morin's Kids Split Among Various Homes, Killer Remains On Loose

It's been more than two months since 37-year-old mother of five Rachel Morin was found dead Aug. 6 near the Ma and Pa Trail near Bel Air. One of the repercussions of her unsolved murder is that her children are no longer living in the same home, a family member said.

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Man Sentenced For Strangling Girlfriend Unconscious: Prosecutor

A 37-year-old man has been sentenced after pleading guilty to first-degree assault and possession of a firearm with a prior crime of violence conviction. On May 21, 2022, Christopher Banks' girlfriend at the time called police to report that Banks had strangled her to the point of unconsciousness.

Police Officer 'Intentionally' Hit By Driver On I-270: Chief

A Montgomery County police officer has lost the use of his legs after he was intentionally hit by a driver on Interstate 270, authorities said. The driver of the car, 19-year-old Raphael Mayorga of Frederick, was charged with attempted first-degree murder in connection to the incident.

Feds Seek Help Finding 2nd Accused Morgan State Shooter

The U.S. Marshals Service is seeking the public's help in finding 18-year-old Jovon Terrell Williams, who is wanted in connection with the Morgan State University shooting Oct. 3. The shooting left five people wounded after violence erupted during a homecoming celebration.

Harlem Park 3 Receives $48M Settlement After Wrongful Conviction In MD

A group of men known as the "Harlem Park Three" will receive a $48 million settlement from Baltimore City after the trio was wrongfully convicted of killing a teenage boy nearly 40 years ago, according to a report.

Priest Removed From Duties In New Baltimore Sexual Abuse Complaint

Less than a month after state officials released a substantially unredacted version of a grand jury report detailing allegations of sexual abuse within the Archdiocese of Baltimore, a priest has been suspended from his duties after a 2018 report of sexual harassment came to light.

Gun Trace Task Force Cop Seeks Prison Release Facing Terminal Cancer

One of eight former members of the Baltimore Police Department's corrupt Gun Trace Task Force has asked a federal court to release him from prison, stating he was diagnosed with cancer and has 18 months to live, according to multiple reports.

Baltimore Beltway Crash That Killed 6 Brings Violations For MD Agency

The Maryland Highway Administration recently was cited for "serious violations" that contributed to a crash on the Baltimore Beltway that killed six highway workers, according to a report.

Man Fatally Shot Near Gas Station Identified By Police

Police have identified the person fatally shot in Howard County Monday night. Police are offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information. Howard County Police say the victim is Dylan Migel Perez, 24, of Baltimore.

Thieves Steal Every Vehicle Key From Car Dealership: Police

AMKO Auto, a used car dealership on Saint Barnabas Road in Temple Hills, told FOX5DC that thieves recently came in and stole every single car key. It cost them $100,000 to buy replacement keys.

Motorcycle Crash Ends With Driver In Susquehanna River: Official

A motorcyclist crashed Wednesday on the north side of the Conowingo Dam. The motorcyclist, self-identified on Facebook as Nikki Bowen, ended up in the waters of the Susquehanna River.

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