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Attorney General Frosh urges Congress to give state attorneys general authority to investigate unconstitutional policing

Posted on June 4, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—Maryland Attorney General Brian E. Frosh on Thursday joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general urging Congress to expand federal law to give state attorneys general clear statutory authority to investigate patterns or practices of unconstitutional policing. In a letter issued to Congressional leadership, the coalition is asking Congress to expand the law enforcement misconduct section of the Violent […]

Baltimore County Police Department offers tips to avoid online COVID-19 scams

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

NOTTINGHAM, MD—In recent weeks, there has been an increase in online scams related to COVID-19. These scams use phishing techniques in an attempt to steal personal information and money from victims. The Baltimore County Police Department is providing the following safety tips to help residents navigate COVID-19 information online safely. Never Click an Unfamiliar Link A common trick scammers use […]

DOJ awards more than than $12 million to help Maryland public safety agencies address COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on May 12, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The Department of Justice has awarded more than $12.3 million to help public safety agencies in Maryland respond to the challenges posed by the outbreak of COVID-19, as part of the Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program. “Law enforcement and public safety officials are facing extraordinary challenges as a result of the coronavirus pandemic,” said U.S. Attorney Robert K. Hur. […]

Governor Hogan announces resumption of elective medical procedures, broadening of outdoor activities [VIDEO]

Posted on May 7, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—As Maryland continues preparations to begin Stage One of the ‘Maryland Strong: Roadmap to Recovery,’ Governor Larry Hogan on Wednesday announced the resumption of elective medical procedures and the broadening of permitted outdoor activities under the state’s Stay at Home order. These directives have the unanimous support of the Maryland Coronavirus Recovery Team, including leading doctors and public health […]

Governor Hogan writes letter thanking President Trump for use of federal COVID-19 testing labs

Posted on April 21, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Larry Hogan wrote a letter to President Donald Trump on Tuesday accepting his offer to allow the state of Maryland to utilize federal labs for COVID-19 testing and to request guidance on how to move forward with this federal-state collaboration. “Maryland is fortunate to have a plethora of federal installations with the potential to play a critical role […]

U.S. Attorney’s Office, IRS warn taxpayers to be alert for scams related To COVID-19 economic impact payments

Posted on April 3, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—U.S. Attorney Robert K. Hur and Special Agent in Charge Kelly R. Jackson of the Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) on Friday warned taxpayers to be alert about possible scams relating to COVID-19, especially in connection with economic impact payments. The announcement is an effort to prevent taxpayers in need from being victimized by criminals using the […]

DOJ makes $850 million available to help public safety agencies address COVID-19 pandemic

Posted on April 2, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

BALTIMORE, MD—The U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday announced that it is making $850 million available to help public safety agencies respond to the challenges posed by the outbreak of COVID-19. The Coronavirus Emergency Supplemental Funding Program, authorized by the recent stimulus legislation signed by President Donald Trump, will allow eligible state, local, and tribal governments to apply immediately for […]

Middle River man pleads guilty to cocaine distribution charges

Posted on March 5, 2020 by Chris Montcalmo

UPDATE: Rondell Ronald Hackett has been sentenced to prison. Original story below… —— BALTIMORE, MD—A Middle River man has pleaded guilty to federal drug charges. Rondell Ronald Hackett, Jr., 34, of Middle River, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to the federal charge of conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute cocaine. At the time of his arrest, Hackett was […]

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