Trick-Or-Treater Ear Licked | Cop Loses Legs | Gun At School: MD News

MARYLAND — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Maryland. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state.

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Man Dies 6 Weeks After Pig Heart Transplant Surgery

A Maryland man died on Oct. 30, six weeks after he became the second person to receive a pig heart in a transplant at University of Maryland Medical Center. Lawrence Faucette, 58, of Frederick, was the world’s second recipient of genetically-modified pig heart transplant.

Police Officer In 'Good Spirit' After Leg Amputations: Reports

A Montgomery County cop who authorities said was intentionally struck by a driver on Interstate 270 last month had both legs amputated, but hasn't lost his desire to be a police officer, according to reports.

Rachel Morin Family Asks For Worldwide Prayers For Justice

With no suspect in custody in the death of Bel Air mother of five Rachel Morin, her family invited the community of Bel Air and beyond to join in a month of daily prayer starting Nov. 1.

• Rachel Morin's Mom Asks Why Killer's Family Is Protecting Him: Report

Feline Panleukopenia Outbreak Reported At County Animal Facility

An outbreak of feline panleukopenia has been reported at the Prince George’s County Animals Services Facility and Adoption Center. This highly contagious viral disease infects cats, especially kittens, and kills cells such as bone marrow and intestines, and can be fatal.

Father, Son Killed In Apparent Murder-Suicide

The father believed to have killed his adult son on Nov. 1 in Odenton before taking his own life on Fort George G. Meade were identified Thursday by Anne Arundel County Police.

Man Licks Trick-Or-Treater's Ear, Points Gun At Her Mom: Police

A man licked a trick-or-treater and followed her home on Halloween in Severn, police said. Officers said the man also tried to enter the girl's house before pointing a gun at her mother.

Video Shows Woman Punching Car, Holding Up Middle Finger

A video of a woman banging on the window of a car stopped at a red light in Bethesda and holding up her middle finger at the occupants has gone viral after it was posted on NextDoor.

Latest Violent Crime Data For MD Released By FBI

Violent crime decreased 8.5 percent in Maryland in 2022 from the previous year, according to a new FBI crime data released Oct. 16 by the agency.

Woman Killed In Head-On Collision With Work Van: Maryland State Police

Maryland State Police are investigating a fatal crash that happened just before 10:30 a.m. on Oct. 31 in Forest Hill.

Boat Catches On Fire On The Water, Several MD Departments Respond

Howard County and Harford County firefighters helped battle a boat fire shortly after they wrapped up subbing for Baltimore firefighters.

Man Sentenced For Ongoing Rape, Incest Of 2nd Family Member

A 38-year-old man has been sentenced for sexually abusing and raping a second family member.

Man Dies 2 Months After Attack, $25K Reward Offered

A 53-year-old Bowie man found lying in the street unresponsive with head trauma on Aug. 29 has died. A $25,000 reward has been offered for information that leads to an arrest and indictment in this case.

17-Year-Old Fatally Shot, $25K Reward Offered: Police

A 17-year-old Waldorf teen has been fatally shot and a $25,000 reward has been offered for information that leads to an arrest and indictment in the case.

Loaded Gun Found In Student's Locker At High School: Police

A loaded gun was found in a student's locker at Edgewood High School. The firearm was found during an administrative search conducted by school staff in response to a suspicion of marijuana in the locker.

Woman Groped At Park, 2 Masked Men With Gun At Mall: Police

A woman walking around Buddy Attick Park reported being groped in her private areas by a man wearing a tank top and shorts. The incident happened on Oct. 28 around 7:20 p.m., police report.

More Top Headlines

• Suspects Arrested In Connection To Laurel Man's Fatal Shooting: Police
• Man Fatally Shot, $25K Reward Offered For Information: Police
• Driver Killed After Rear-Ending Box Truck: MSP
• Burglary Suspect Wrestles Cop For His Gun During Arrest: Police
• Armed Robbery Of Wells Fargo Bank Under Investigation
• 7th Floor Fire Extinguished At Apartment Building; No One Injured
• Public Forum 'Hate Has No Place' Planned For Nov. 8
• Abandoned Boat Parked On Shoulder Of Route 50 For 2 Months: Police
• 1K Pounds Of Meds, Sharps Collected During National Drug Takeback Day
• Suspect, Vehicle Involved In Shooting Sought By Police

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