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Teen Raped | Antisemitic Graffiti | Animal Hoarding, Abuse: MD News

Mall Violence | Rachel Morin Arrest Video | Animal Abuse | Sewage Fouls Creek | Fatal Home Explosion | Hoarding Fire | Student Athlete Death

At the end of a six-day jury trial, a Maryland man was found guilty of first-degree rape, second-degree rape and sexual offense in the third degree. On Aug. 8, he was sentenced to life suspend all but 50 years.
At the end of a six-day jury trial, a Maryland man was found guilty of first-degree rape, second-degree rape and sexual offense in the third degree. On Aug. 8, he was sentenced to life suspend all but 50 years. (Shutterstock)

MARYLAND — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Maryland. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Man Who Raped Unconscious 18-Year-Old Sentenced: Prosecutor

A 30-year-old man convicted of raping an unconscious 18-year-old in the woods has been sentenced.

Antisemitic Vandalism At Elementary School Investigated

Officials are "disgusted" by antisemitic vandalism painted at an elementary school and a nearby building.

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Bodycam Footage Shows Rachel Morin's Accused Killer's Arrest In OK

Newly released body camera footage shows police arresting Victor Martinez-Hernandez at a bar in Oklahoma, according to a Baltimore Sun report. Martinez-Hernandez is accused of killing and raping Bel Air mom Rachel Morin in August 2023.

Child Porn Sends MD Man To Prison: DOJ

A child porn scheme sent a man to prison, the DOJ said. He must register as a sex offender after his release.

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2 Pigs Euthanized, 40 Animals Removed From 'Inhumane Conditions'

Officials removed 40 animals and 2 were euthanized after receiving numerous reports of "inhumane conditions."

Arundel Mills Requires Youth Supervision After Mall Violence

Hanover's Arundel Mills mall is starting a youth supervision policy next month. Beginning Sept. 6, mallgoers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult on Fridays and Saturdays after 3 p.m.

Sewage Spills Into Creek, Cleanup Underway: Officials

Thousands of gallons of sewage spilled into a Maryland creek. Officials warned against swimming in this area.

2 Victims In Home Explosion Identified: MD Fire Marshal

The two victims killed in a home explosion have been identified, according to officials. Twelve families were displaced by the blast.

Student-Athlete Dies After Emergency At High School

A student-athlete died this week after a medical emergency at a Baltimore County high school, police told Patch on Friday. Officers said he was 16 years old.

Hoarding Conditions Found At House Fire, Pets Treated At Scene: Officials

Several pets were treated at the scene of a house fire where firefighters found "excessive storage conditions," officials reported.

US Rep. Steny Hoyer Recovering After Stroke, His Office Says

Steny Hoyer, a Maryland Democrat who previously served as House majority leader, had what his office called an ischemic stroke.

Ravens Tight End Involved In Car Crash, Team Says

A Baltimore Ravens player was heading to the team's practice facility when he was in a car crash, officials said.

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