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Top 7: Rooster in Backpack, Ice Cream Trucks Melt, Luck Runs Out for Casino Robber

The top headlines in the last 24 hours in Prince George's County.

It may be true that across the world the biggest headline Monday was about Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge welcoming their new baby boy, but here in Prince George's County there were some interesting stories you may have missed in all the royal baby hoopla.

Laurel Police Find Rooster in Woman's Backpack
His name is Mr. Jiggles, the suspect told officers.

Flames Engulf Edmonston Ice Cream Trucks
The cause of the fire is under investigation.

RGIII Will Join Teammates At Training Camp
Doctors clear the Redskins quarterback to prepare for upcoming season.

Upper Marlboro Man Convicted in $1.4m Fraud Case
Money stolen from Baltimore Housing Authority.

Water Restrictions Lifted for Prince George’s County
After a threat of a water shortage, the water restrictions were lifted over the weekend when water samples taken from the recently repaired 54-inch transmission main have met EPA standards.

Luck Ran Out for Suspected Casino Robber
Police said Paul Johann Morin of Bowie tried to steal a woman's purse at knifepoint.

Some Greenbelt Speeding Tickets To Be Refunded
Cameras at Hanover Parkway and Cherrywood Lane were improperly certified.


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