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Weird News: White Shoeprints; Police Track Alleged Robber

There were some weird news stories last week in Maryland. Here is a collection of some published on Patches throughout the state.

Burglar Leaves Trail of White Shoe PrintsA criminal didn’t succeed in getting into a home, but apparently got his shoes into a bucket of paint. Read more at Pikesville Patch.

Man Charged for 'Huffing', Starting Police Chase in Ellicott CityAlthough a gunshot was fired, no one was injured, police said.

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How to Get 50 Free Burritos: Identify Boloco BurglarA Bethesda eatery is offering an unusual reward for identifying a burglary suspect on a security video. Read more on Bethesda-Chevy Chase Patch.

Baltimore Police Track Down Alleged Robber Using iPhone App—Police say a 50-year-old man robbed a woman of her iPhone. Police used the "Find My iPhone" app to track the cellphone, and allegedly found a man a few blocks away, trying to sell the phone.

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Police: Rockville Bank Robbery Averted After Teller Says She Has No CashThe woman who tried to rob the Capital One Bank on Fisher’s Lane is still at large. Read more at Rockville Patch.

Son Sentenced for Stabbing Dad in Ellicott City—The 28-year-old apologized before his sentencing.


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