Judge sentences Hobbs to 15 years in prison in carjacking case
The court heard that the suspect, Hobbs, described a past life and that the incident involved a carjacking threat from a wooded area. Judge Stepler imposed a 15 year term with no suspension, noting the maximum penalty could be 30 years. Mary Ann Stepler, recently retired, testified urging protection and calling him a danger to society.
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Diary entries reveal Shane's violent fantasies and arrest details
Witnesses describe Shane writing of shooting a cat and fantasizing about harming a person. Court heard his diary contains racial slurs and mentions of assault, while Robert Elkins testifies on Shane's National Guard status and maturity concerns. Judge Stepler imposes five years in an unstable-mentally facility prison.
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Maryland Hot Spots program expands as crime declines vary
State police annual report shows Western Maryland districts down 1.5 percent overall with murders dropping from 12 in 1997 to eight in 1998 and assaults falling 93 percent. Frederick County saw robberies fall but break ins rise. Kent County notes a surge due to increased reporting from anti crime patrols. The Hot Spots program, now in 36 areas, is set to double in size by July.
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Garrett
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Kent County
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Chestertown
Wayne Bradley
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Community opens memorial crosses for victims in tragedy
Residents react to two crosses placed at the site, with some praising the tribute as healing for Littleton and others opposing the memorial for the killers. Sharon Dunn, 45, supports the gesture, while Anna Whitcomb, 21, Denver, calls for removal saying Dylan and Ene were not innocent.
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Woman beaten and robbed at Gambrill Park overlook
Jamie Thompson was assaulted by two men at Gambrill Park overlook around 9:45 p.m. They punched her twice and struck her head, taking $50 from her back pocket before fleeing into the woods. Deputies searched the area for an hour. no suspects found. Thompson declined medical aid.
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Clinton weighs ground war option in Yugoslavia clash
Lawmakers pressed for approval as Clinton signaled possible ground action remains unnecessary but pledged to seek permission if he changes stance. Pentagon prepared for 10 extra B 52 bombers to join NATO strikes, part of a broader plan for nearly 300 support aircraft to intensify Yugoslavia bombing. House votes rejected a war declaration and a GOP bid to pull troops home.
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NATO Losses Readied for Kosovo Crisis Fallout
In Sofia's Gorna Banja district a Wednesday night accident claimed lives amid Kosovo refugees recounting detainee executions by Yugoslav forces. Viktor Chernomyrdin urged Bonn Rome Belgrade talks with UN peacekeeping as a condition, while Serbian Deputy Premier Seselj rejected any armed force in Kosovo.
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Md 85 project moves forward with state plan funding talks
Commissioner Jan Gardner expressed support for Md 85 despite lacking state reimbursement commitments. She noted the need for state planning approval and a formal discussion on reimbursement, underscoring ongoing uncertainty as Frederick awaits progress.
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