Tag: Law

Cleo’s Fine Oils offers private events centered on good food, information and health
Looking for a new experience for your social or business group? Cleo’s Fine Oils and Vinegars in the Annapolis Towne Centre is now offering private Sip & Savor tasting events. Enjoy an indulgent, informative gathering and experience first hand how Cleo’s premium extra virgin olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars and artisan products can transform your […]

Annapolis Police: racial profiling or good police work?
Over the past few weeks, many people were upset with the Annapolis Police Department as they worked to solve a robbery case. Part of their investigation led them to several young black males in the Clay Street community. Several were informally questioned and some were photographed. On the surface, it seems like a little bit of […]

4th of July safety tips from Annapolis Fire Department
A Fourth of July celebration is traditionally synonymous with beautiful fireworks displays, bright colors and loud pops in the sky. Fireworks can be safe if used correctly but they can also be responsible for injury if some safety rules are not followed. As this Fourth of July approaches the Annapolis Fire Department wants to give […]

Breaking: Stabbing in West Annapolis
UPDATE: Police have reported that it was self inflicted and patient was transported to AAMC for treatment . Police, fire, and EMS crews are responding to a stabbing in the 200 block of Claude Street in West Annapolis. According to the dispatch, a male had been stabbed in the chest and was not alert. This […]

Annapolis Police Report, Shots Fired On Windwhisper Lane
Shots Fired – 201400000816 – Unit block of Windwhisper La – Unknown Date – On 02/18 the home owner reported finding a bullet hole in the back wall of his home. Below the hole was a spent round of ammunition. The home owner did not know when the damage occurred. On 02/01 the police department […]

Understanding Annapolis’ Open Container Laws
Ocean City, MD has changed its open container laws one way or another over the years in an effort to balance its desire to remain tourist friendly while also preserving a peaceful, quiet atmosphere. Annapolis has plenty of visitors, too, but the Annapolis open container laws have always aligned more closely with Maryland state law. With our […]

Understanding The New Distracted Driving Laws That Took Effect On October 1
Distracted driving is a problem for anyone on the road. In Maryland alone, between 2007 and 2011, 152,000 people were injured in distracted driving accidents and about 1,100 were killed. Nearly two-thirds of drivers say they talked on a handheld cell phone while driving in the last month, and one in three do it on a […]

UPDATE: Annapolis Police Involved Shooting
Early this morning, Annapolis Police and Fire responded to the 1900 Block of Copeland Street in the Bywater community of Annapolis for a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, officers found a woman suffering from multiple stab wounds. While there, the alleged suspect began to advance on the police officers and the woman and was shot and […]

Cab Driver Shot In Eastport Public Housing Community
UPDATE 7/23/2013: Police are now saying that the victim was not shot and had a “medical condition” It was later determined that while the man was assaulted, he was not shot and it is not believed that a gun was involved in the assault. The injury to his foot was from a medical condition. This […]

MISSING: Melvin Colbert
The Annapolis Police Department is seeking assistance in locating the above subject. On May 6, 2013, Melvin William Colbert (06/29/1927) B/M, 6’02, 190 lbs, Gray Hair, Brown Eyes, walked away from his home and has not returned. Mr. Colbert suffers from dementia and may be confused. Clothing: Possible baseball cap, turquoise windbreaker jacket, navy blue […]

Annapolis Police Investigating A Body Found Shot In Condo Parking Lot
UPDATE 8:31pm April 21, 2013: In speaking with neighbors, no one recognized the car and do not believe the victim was a resident or guest. One resident, who has asked to remain anonymous, told us that the victim was a light skinned black male and that 3 black males were seen running from the scene. […]

2 Die In Parking Lot At 24-7 Mart In Annapolis
UPDATE 12:09pm April 21, 2013: Annapolis Police have just released the following statement: Detectives from the Annapolis Police Department are investigating the deaths of two men found in a vehicle in the 1200 block of Forest Dr. On the morning of April 21st Annapolis Police Dispatchers received a report of two unconscious men in a […]

Neuman Appoints Plymyer As County Attorney
Anne Arundel County Executive Laura Neuman today announced the appointment of David Plymyer as County Attorney. “David is a knowledgeable and dedicated public servant with 30 years of experience in the Office of Law,” County Executive Neuman said. “He will put the citizens first in advising the Administration and the County Council on legal issues.” Plymyer is a Millersville […]

Arnold Man Arrested For Impersonating Police
On February 3, 2013, at approximately 2:13 a.m., an officer from the Northern District midnight shift was on patrol near Furnace Branch Road E. and Point Pleasant Road when he observed a black Ford Crown Victoria police interceptor pulling into the 7-Eleven parking lot. The Ford had a red emergency light that was operating with […]

ARINC Announces Further Cut After Sale
ARINC has announced that there will be additional significant job losses in the first quarter of 2013 as a result of a re-focusing of their business. This is in addition to the job losses and transfers that were part of the sale of their Defense Systems Engineering and Support business to Booz Allen. Eye On […]

Body Discovered In Glen Burnie McDonalds’ Bathroom
Police are investigating the discovery of a body found inside the bathroom at the McDonalds located in the 7300 block of Baltimore & Annapolis Boulevard. The discovery was made yesterday afternoon around 3:00pm. Police have not officially commented on the discovery but have said that nothing appears suspicious in the death. The name and age […]

Aldermanic Candidate’s Wife Charged With Burglary
Nichol A Conley, of Galesville, was arrested by the Annapolis Police Department last night after she attempted to enter a residence on Prince George Street in the City’s Historic District. The resident discovered Conley with the top half of her body inside the kitchen of the residence, leaning through a window which had been closed, but […]

Sign Up Today For The Annapolis City Police Academy
The Annapolis Police Department will be hosting a Citizen’s Police Academy class which is designed to give citizens a better understanding about law enforcement and how police officers work with the community. The academy goals include educating the public and creating a positive relationship with the citizens, understanding that it is an ongoing process to build community cooperation and good […]

UPDATED: Double Stabbing In Edgewater
UPDATE 1:37pm 08/04/2012: The Anne Arundel County Police Department has released a statement on the stabbing. Based on this report, we have made minor corrections to the initial story. On 08/04/2012 at approximately 0022hrs, officers from the Southern District Platoon One responded to the Londontown Pub located at 726 Londontown Rd Edgewater for a report of a stabbing. Upon arrival officers found the 47 year […]

Crofton Man Arrested For Impersonating Cop
Anthony Kevin Mastrogiovanni of Crofton has been arrested for impersonating a police officer. According to charging documents, Mastrogiovanni attempted to pull over a vehicle on Route 301 in Upper Marlboro utilizing red and blue flashing emergency lights. Unfortunately for Mastrogiovanni, the car he was pulling over was a Capitol Heights police officer in his personal car. The real […]

County Executive Leopold Seeks New Members For Severn River Commission
County Executive John R. Leopold is seeking citizens interested in environmental issues to become members of the Severn River Commission. The Commission provides counsel and advice on policies, laws, rules, and regulations that may have an impact on the Severn River watershed. Meetings are held the first Thursday of each month in the Severn Room […]