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Maryland awarded $13.2 million for enhanced crash data reporting

Posted on January 17, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Maryland State Police, and Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) have received a $13.2 million grant to improve the state’s crash reporting system. The five-year grant, from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) State Electronic Data Collection (SEDC) program, will standardize interagency crash data and streamline its exchange across local, […]

Northbound I-95 shut down due to Harford County crash

Posted on January 12, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

ABERDEEN, MD—Crews are on the scene of a Sunday afternoon crash on Interstate 95 in Harford County. The crash was reported at just after 2:30 p.m. on January 12, 2025 just past the Maryland House in Aberdeen. One patient is being flown to a trauma center by Maryland State Police Aviation Command, according to the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company. Northbound […]

Maryland State Police respond to over 100 crashes during winter storm

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Since 1 a.m. on Monday, Maryland State Police say they have responded to 475 calls for service, including 123 reported crashes and 156 unattended vehicles. All Maryland counties now have Snow Emergency Plans in effect. Baltimore County government is closed on Monday, as is Harford County government, Baltimore County Public Schools, and Harford County Public Schools. A second round […]

Three arrested during New Year’s Eve car rally busts in Maryland

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Three people were arrested and five car rallies were prevented from happening across Maryland on New Year’s Eve thanks to a joint task force, according to the Maryland State Police. The rallies planned roadway shutdowns and disruptive car-related activities in industrial areas, public streets, and parking lots across Prince George’s County, and Baltimore. Members of the Maryland Car Rally […]

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Maryland State Police launch holiday highway safety initiative

Posted on December 18, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—With millions of Marylanders expected to hit the roads for holiday travel, the Maryland State Police have announced increased highway safety patrols over the next two weeks. The initiative will focus on cracking down on impaired, aggressive, and distracted driving. Troopers from all 23 barracks will be deployed in saturation patrols and checkpoints throughout the state. The Maryland State […]

Fire Marshal issues safety tips after carbon monoxide claims life in Maryland home

Posted on December 5, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—A 34-year-old man died, and a woman and child were critically injured in North East, Cecil County, on Wednesday night from suspected carbon monoxide poisoning, according to the Maryland State Fire Marshal’s Office. Family members found the man unresponsive in the living room of the home at 805 South Main Street around 6:30 p.m. and called 9-1-1. A 43-year-old […]

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Maryland tightens security guard licensing requirements for businesses

Posted on December 5, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Starting January 1, 2025, new requirements will take effect in Maryland for businesses employing security guards or in-house loss prevention personnel. The Maryland State Police Licensing Division is reminding individuals and businesses of these upcoming changes. According to the new legislation, any business or individual employing one or more security guards or loss prevention personnel must license these employees […]

Four juveniles, one adult arrested in Baltimore illegal car rally bust

Posted on December 3, 2024 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland State Police say four juveniles and an adult were arrested and charged with stolen vehicle and firearm offenses following a car rally in Baltimore City over the weekend. Police said a joint investigation between partner law enforcement agencies and the Maryland Car Rally Task Force led to the arrests of the four juveniles. The Baltimore County Intelligence Unit, […]

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