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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 2002
Page
2
Maryland State Police report a large black case containing about 179 compact discs, valued at $3,000, was stolen from a pickup parked in the Discovery area. The theft occurred between Wednesday night and Thursday morning. Trooper D L DeLauter requests tips at 301-063-101.
A 21 year old Largo man who stole a Baltimore County police car was shot and killed by officers after a brief pursuit in Lutherville. He fought with Officer Benjamin Ya te, forced him to ground, then rammed cars as officers boxed in the vehicle. Officer Joseph Smith fired several shots, the thief died at the scene. Officer Yohe was treated and released for minor injuries.
A 24 hour fire call log lists multiple events including structure fires at 126 Willowdale Drive Brookside Apartments and 7909 W Brookridge Drive, brush fire near Md 80 at Md 75, and various locations such as Westpoint Plaza and Hessong Bridge Road. Ambulance calls appear with a few medical emergencies noted.
Maryland lottery numbers drawn Thursday show Pickd 4 0 2, Pick 4 4 0 9 4, Cash In Hand 10 11 12 13 17 20624. Another set lists Pick 954, Pick 4 9 4 0 8.
A deep freeze and heavy snow crippled the South with widespread travel disruption. Atlanta saw numerous flight cancellations and thousands of travelers stranded at major hubs. Governors declared emergencies, mobilized National Guard assistance, and urged workers off for the week. Roadways iced over as forecasts warned of up to a foot of snow across Georgia North Carolina and Virginia while shelters opened in Florida. Local residents described the unusual winter stretch and its impact on daily life.
A winter storm advancing from the south is expected to dump up to eight inches on Maryland’s Eastern Shore by Thursday afternoon. Schools in Calvert, Charles, Somerset, Talbot, Worcester, and Wicomico counties plus the Delmar School District canceled or delayed openings. St Mary’s County had a two hour delay. Temperatures ranged from the low 20s to upper 20s across the region as the National Weather Service warned the storm would clip the peninsula.
Maryland Court of Special Appeals refused to extend the right to sue for wrongful discharge to include a claim that a company prevented an employee from consulting an attorney during an evaluation. Deborah Porterfield sued Home Instead, Inc in Montgomery County alleging wrongful firing for seeking legal counsel. The court held at-will discharges aren’t actionable absent a clear public policy mandate. Judges James Byler, William Wenner and Arrie Davis concurred.
Terron Williams, 18, of Shepherdstown, was acquitted Thursday in Frederick County District Court of marijuana and drug paraphernalia charges stemming from a November incident. Deputy Torres testified near Arnoldstown and Gapland roads where a bong and bag of marijuana were found. five charged, Williams acquitted, others pleaded guilty to paraphernalia possession and received probation before judgment plus a $205 fine.
Undercover officers surveilled the John Hanson Apartments where Corey McMillen, 19, of no fixed address, was charged with distribution and possession of cocaine and assault of cocaine. Zebulon George Weinschel, 20, of Mount Airy, was charged with state enrichment of marijuana and was jailed on $1,000 bail.
Frederick police search for two Black men about 6 feet tall who robbed Nee Dies and Pins at 310 B Church St Ey Square around 7 36 p m Thursday. They forced two women to lie down and stole cash, a sapphire ring, and a pearl ring. One man showed a chrome semiautomatic handgun.
Maryland Court of Special Appeals ruled renters exposed to lead paint may sue housing agencies for damages but may not sue real estate agents who broker leases for lead contaminated homes. The decision narrows liability but preserves action against the agencies responsible for housing conditions.
A multi day forecast for Frederick County and Maryland Beaches shows clear tonight with lows near 20 and windy conditions, followed by mixed skies, snow chances, and mainly cool highs from the upper 30s to mid 40s. Saturday through Thursday bring varying clouds, breezy winds, and chances of showers or precipitations.
Maryland State Police announce 82 promotions led by Col. David Mitchell. Lt Robert Trans confirms Lt Turano will join La Plata as southern regional executive officer next week. Lt Turano, barrack commander since January 2000, will be replaced by Lt Scott Yinger as head of the Frederick barrack. Troopers report to new assignments January 5.
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