Crime & Safety
OMG PD: Driver Throws Weed at Cops During Traffic Stop, Police Say
This week's stories include a man who allegedly threw his weed at cops during a traffic stop and a Whitemarsh man who quickly went from a victim to arrestee.

Driver Throws Weed At Cops: According to a report in the Abington Patch, a 44-year-old man is facing drug charges after he allegedly threw a bag of marijuana at an officer during a traffic stop.
When police asked the man what he did, he responded, "[Expletive], I can't believe I just threw weed at cops." The man also allegedly confessed to having "a little rock down [his] pants."
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If You Can't Beat'em, Join'em: According to a report in the Plymouth-Whitemarsh Patch, a 19-year old man was hospitalized after his 61-year-old father assaulted him in their home. Police arrested the father a short time later.
Roughly 12 hours later, after being released from the hospital, the 19-year-old son returned home and proceeded to assault his sister. He was also arrested.
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Drunken Man Blocks Road After Passing Out Behind Wheel: According to a report in the Upper Dublin Patch, a drunken 34-year-old man allegedly passed out while driving on Saint Patrick's Day, causing a roadblock on Susquehanna Road.
In an incredible coincidence, the vehicle – which was still in gear – was not moving, as the grading of the road perfectly balanced out the vehicles momentum.
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See also:
OMG PD: Violent Valentine Leads to Arrest of Montco Man
OMG PD: Man Charged with DUI After Allegedly Passing Out at McDonald's
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