Nearly 50 Cars Broken Into In One Night During Laurel Crime Spree, Police Say
The early morning crime spree unfolded on Saturday, May 4, when more than 47 cars in the City of Laurel were broken into and valuables stolen, the Laurel Police Department announced to the community. Multiple suspects — some wearing headlamps — were captured on residential surveillance video smashing car windows...
Brianna Burton Was ‘Bright Light’ Before Murder In Maryland
A young Virginia mother was shot and left at a Maryland hospital. Now, her family is remembering her as a “beautiful soul” and rallying to support the little boy she left behind. Brianna Burton, 24, of Centreville, was a devoted mom to a 3-year-old boy when she was...
Driver dies after running into traffic on I-495 to escape police in Prince George’s...
Prince George's County police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash after a driver abandoned their vehicle and ran from an officer, police said.
Goodbye and thank you, Testudo Times
I’ve mulled over how to start this article all weekend but haven’t quite found the right words to truly encapsulate how I feel. I’m not quite as witty as some of my predecessors, so I’ll stick to my strengths and keep it clear and concise: I am stepping down as managing editor at Testudo Times.
Maryland bus driver, 63, suffers heart attack on highway but saves passengers before dying
A Maryland bus driver is being remembered as "a hero for his family" and lauded for his actions after he safely pulled a bus full of passengers to a stop in the midst of suffering a fatal heart attack. Ruiz Bell was driving a Ride On bus south on Interstate...
The Prime Rib At This Maryland Restaurant Is So Good, It’s Worth The Road...
You haven’t truly experienced Maryland’s culinary scene until you’ve sunk your teeth into the legendary prime rib at Captain James Seafood Palace in Baltimore. Yes, a seafood restaurant with knockout beef – it’s the plot twist your taste buds never saw coming. Let me tell...
Fire Caused by Machinery Malfunction Sends Worker to Hospital, 65 Firefighters Respond
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) responded to a fire at Image 360, a graphic design and print shop at 4131 Howard Avenue in Kensington, on Monday afternoon. According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, the fire was caused by a machinery malfunction, resulting in significant damage. One worker...
A severe thunderstorm watch for Maryland
A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for most of our area. This means that conditions are favorable for strong to severe storms to form.
‘I Am So at Peace,’ Says Victim’s Mother as Murderers Receive 45-and-21-Year Sentences
Thank you for reading D.C. Witness. Consider making a donation to help us continue our mission. DC Superior Court Judge Jason Park sentenced Ronald Wallace to 45 years’ incarceration and DeAngelo Glover to 21 years on April 2 for a shooting that caused the death of 32-year-old Tyrone Wright and the injury of a second...
Police Seize Guns, Ammunition, and Drugs During Multiple Traffic Stops
Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) 3rd District officers seized illegal guns, ammunition, and drugs, including fentanyl and crack cocaine, during several traffic stops in Silver Spring over the past week. 3rd District Commander Jason Cokinos posted the following on Twitter/X on Monday evening:. “Guns and...
