Posts Tagged ‘salisbury’
Wicomico Fire Marshal Investigating 2 Arson Fires
Firefighters in Salisbury were called to North Park Drive just before 3am Sunday where they found a porta potty on fire. The fire was spotted by a neighbor and officials say the fire was intentional. Damage is estimated at $5000 – to the porta potty, adjacent fencing and a storage building that is owned by…
Read MoreJuveniles Found with BB Guns Outside Prince Street Elementary School in Salisbury
Wicomico County School officials say Prince Street Elementary School was place on lock down for about 20 minutes Monday morning after a school staff member reported a male juvenile showing a weapon outside on the school grounds. County Sheriff’s deputies responded and a school resource officer contacted and questioned two juveniles. One had a BB…
Read MoreMSP Investigating Shooting Death on Priscilla Street
Maryland State Police are investigating a murder on Priscilla Street in Salisbury. Police were called around 7:30 Wednesday night and found 29 year old Shawn Johnson of Fruitland had been shot multiple times. He was taken to PRMC where he died. Police continue to investigate and ask anyone with information – to contact the Salisbury…
Read MoreWicomico Youth & Civic Center to Host 4 HS Graduations in 2 Days
The Wicomico Youth & Civic Center will be busy for the next two days. On Friday night, James M. Bennett High School’s graduation ceremonies will take place at 7pm. Then on Saturday – there are three high schools holding graduation ceremonies at the Civic Center – Mardela at 10am, Parkside at 2:30pm and Wi-Hi at…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Convicted of 2nd Degree Murder
A Wicomico County Circuit Court Judge has convicted 24 year old Brian Watkins of Salisbury of 2nd degree murder after Watkins pleaded guilty by way of an Alford plea. In April of 2017 Sheriff’s deputies were called to Watkins’ home on Booth Street in Salisbury for shots fired. They found Wyatt Fitzgerald shot once in…
Read MoreSalisbury Woman Found Guilty of 1st Degree Murder
A Salisbury woman has been found guilty of 1st degree murder, robbery and other offenses. Judge Donald C. Davis of the Circuit Court for Wicomico County convicted 40 year old Brandi Upshur on Wednesday in connection with the murder of 32 year old Tavin Molock of Salisbury in July of 2017. He was assaulted and…
Read MoreFederal Charges against 3 Men for Salisbury Armored Car Robbery
Three men face federal charges after the robbery of an armored vehicle in Salisbury last January. The US Attorney for the District of Maryland has charged 48 year old Orneth South of North Carolina, 42 year old Michael Watts of Brooklyn, NY and 38 year old Ryan Smith of Princess Anne with robbery and firearms…
Read MoreMD Comptroller Peter Franchot On the Road Promoting MD Tourism
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot will be on the road this week to promote Maryland tourism. On Tuesday he’ll be on the shore with a stop at the Salisbury Zoo and a stop in Ocean City as he highlights family-friendly destinations from the mountains to the ocean – and everything in between. Franchot reminds visitors that…
Read MoreRose Street Fire in Salisbury Under Investigation
A fire at a Rose Street home in Salisbury Wednesday night is under investigation by the Maryland State Fire Marshal. The fire was discovered by a neighbor      just after 9pm. Officials say the multi-family home had 4 occupied homes and 4 vacant homes and occupants of adjoining units were assisted by the American Red Cross. …
Read MoreSalisbury Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder
A Salisbury man has been sentenced to life in prison for 1st degree murder and 12 years for conspiracy to commit robbery. Last July,  32 year old Tavin Molock was walking in the area of Bethel and Roger Streets when he was confronted by several people including 25 year old Edward Winder who assaulted and…
Read MoreSalisbury Adds Corrugated Cardboard to Home Recycling
New Corrugated Cardboard Recycling Procedures Effective Tuesday may 1, 2018 corrugated cardboard will be collected on your normal trash/recycle collection day, Tuesday thru Friday. Residents no longer need to call and schedule a cardboard pick-up! Simply place your recyclable cardboard curbside with your trash and recycling on your normal pick-up day! Cardboard collection for residents of multi-unit dwellings will occur on…
Read MoreMD Comptroller in Salisbury Tuesday
Maryland Comptroller Peter Franchot will be on the Eastern Shore on Tuesday. He will spend the day in Salisbury – starting at noon with a talk on financial literacy at the Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore Leadership Day at Beaver Run Elementary School. Then at 1:30pm he’ll present the William Donald Schaefer Helping People…
Read MoreMSP Arrest 2 in Murder of Salisbury Man
Two Salisbury men have been charged with 1st and 2nd degree murder in the shooting death of 20 year old Jaquanta Walton of Salisbury outside the VFW in June of 2017. Maryland State Police continue to investigate, but say Walton had attended a party at the VFW and was in the parking lot after closing…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Sentenced to 45 Years for Sex Offenses
A 34 year old Salisbury man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for sex offenses.  Byron Simpson was sentenced for sexual abuse of a minor and 1 count of 2nd degree rape. He must also register for life as a Tier III sex offender – he was already a Tier I offender after…
Read MoreSalisbury Snow Plans in Place
Mayor Jake Day announced that the City of Salisbury is preparing for the arrival of 3 to 4 inches of snow, beginning Wednesday morning and continuing through the overnight hours into early Thursday. Â Snowfall in Salisbury is expected to begin by about noon today. Residents are cautioned to drive safely and to be aware of…
Read MoreMSP Make Arrest in Weekend Murder in Salisbury
A Salisbury man has been arrested in connection with the murder of 67 year old Pierre Louis at his home on Priscilla Street in Salisbury last weekend. Maryland State Police have charged 18 year old Zamere Purnell with 1st and 2nd degree murder, home invasion and robbery. Police say Purnell is also charged with multiple…
Read MoreSalisbury Man Convicted of 56 Counts in Bank Robbery
A Salisbury man has been convicted of 56 counts – including 5 counts of armed robbery. Officials say just before 6pm on December 9th, five masked individuals – including 26 year old Richard Moise – went into the Bank of Delmarva on Eastern Shore Drive in Salisbury ordered the employees to the ground and bound…
Read MoreUPDATED: Worcester Officials Locate Missing Teen
UPDATED – 2:10pm – Nevada Jackson has been located and is safe. =============================== The Worcester County Sheriff Office is looking for a missing teen. Officials say 17 year old Nevada Jackson is black, 5’ 5” and 150 pounds with medium shoulder length black hair. She wears glasses and diamond stud earrings. Jackson was last seen…
Read MoreVIDEO: Water Main Break in Salisbury
A water main break in Salisbury in the area of Fitzwater & Pearl Streets. Mayor Jake Day says 10 or 11 homes are affected, but city will try not to shut anyone off, however those affected may notice a reduction in water flow. It’s hoped the break will be repaired in a few hours.…
Read MoreSalisbury – Storm Preparation Actions in Place
Salisbury – Mayor Jake Day announced that the City of Salisbury is preparing for the arrival of anywhere from 4 to 8 inches of snow, beginning Wednesday evening and continuing through the early afternoon on Thursday. Snowfall is expected to begin by about 9:00 p.m. tonight. Residents are cautioned to drive safely and to be aware…
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