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Victim Outwits Robber and There's Probably You-Know-What in the Pools: Weird News

Patch brings you some of the more unusual headlines from around the state.

Carroll County a 'Second Amendment Sanctuary'

"Tonight we are not here to defend guns, we are here to defend freedom," a Carroll County commissioner said before the resolution was passed.

Victim Grabs Gun From Would-Be Robber

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A would-be robber wasn't paying attention to the task at hand - and a quick-thinking, would-be victim took advantage of the situation.

Vandalism Suspect Caught on Video in Chevy Chase

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A man suspected of throwing large rocks at a Chevy Chase Village house—and thereby breaking an expensive set of French doors—was caught on a village security camera, police said. 

Police: Woman Lied About Being Robbed

The 23-year-old gave a description of the suspect and even showed police where the fictional assailant stabbed her.

Poop in the Pools? Probably

It's true. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, you're probably swimming in it.

Drivers Post Video on Youtube of Reckless Driving Past Police Cruiser 

Police say the police cruiser was unmanned; they're now investigating the incident. 

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