Brooklyn residents arrested on drug and gun charges after noise complaint


BROOKLYN, Md. — A noise complaint filed in the early hours of September 28, 2024 led to several arrests after officers discovered illegal drugs, firearms and ammunition during an investigation, according to police.

Around 3 a.m., officers responded to a disturbance involving a group of individuals near Dell Street and Patrick Henry Drive. A white 2018 Infiniti Q50 was identified during the investigation, and a search of the vehicle revealed drugs, firearms and a large amount of cash.

The individuals involved were charged with multiple offenses related to drug possession and firearms violations. The investigation continues as authorities continue to evaluate evidence seized at the scene.

  • Woman groped on West 57th Street in Manhattan, police say

    MANHATTAN, N.Y. — An 18-year-old woman was groped by an unidentified individual Wednesday morning near West 57th Street and 8th Avenue, according to police.

    The incident happened around 10:25 a.m., when the man approached the woman and grabbed her buttocks. The suspect then fled on foot.

    No injuries were reported following the incident and authorities are investigating.

    Police describe the suspect as a man of medium build and light complexion, last seen wearing glasses, a black Adidas t-shirt, khaki shorts and black shoes. The investigation is ongoing.

  • Two men arrested for handgun violations during traffic stop in Hanover

    HANOVER, Md. — Two Virginia men were arrested after police discovered unregistered firearms during a traffic stop in Hanover early Sunday morning. Officers stopped a gray Volkswagen Jetta near Old Telegraph Road and Cabover around 12:30 a.m. on September 29, 2024 for a traffic violation.

    During the stop, the driver, identified as Jamari C. Mclaurin, 25, of Newport News, Virginia, was observed attempting to conceal a firearm with his foot. The officers removed him from the vehicle and took him into custody without incident. A second firearm was found in the waistband of the passenger, Malek S. Kinsberry, 26, of Hampton, Virginia, who was also arrested without incident.

    The guns, a silver and black Smith & Wesson SD 9 and a black Glock 43X, were unregistered, and both men face charges related to the handgun violations.

  • Virginia father charged with second-degree murder in death of 1-year-old in Front Royal

    FRONT ROYAL, Va. — A 24-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of his 1-year-old child, Front Royal police said Wednesday.

    At approximately 2:40 p.m. on September 18, 2024, officers responded to a residence in the 300 block of North Royal Avenue after receiving a call regarding a one-year-old child in cardiac arrest. Upon arrival, Warren County Fire and Rescue medics were already on scene and preparing to transport the child to Warren Memorial Hospital.

    Despite medical efforts, the child was pronounced dead at the hospital. Investigators from the Criminal Investigation Division of the Royal Front Police Department have launched an investigation into the incident.

    The child’s father, Nathaniel Lee Edmonds, 24, was located by Warren County Sheriff’s Office deputies and questioned. After a thorough investigation and consultation with the Warren County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, Edmonds was charged with second degree murder under Virginia Code 18.2-32.

    Due to the sensitivity of the matter, no further details have been released. The investigation is ongoing.