Middle River Army Veteran Wins $100,000 Maryland Lottery Scratch-off Prize (2024)

Cops in Manahawkin, New Jersey, were surprised to find much more than they were looking for after apprehending a suspected shoplifter last week.

In a surprising sequence of events, Stafford Police detained a man involved in a recent shoplifting incident.

On June 1, around 6:00 PM, officers were alerted to a shoplifting incident at ShopRite, located at 297 Route 72 West.

The suspect, identified as 23-year-old Matthew Keithley from Mays Landing, New Jersey, was found nearby with a reusable shopping bag. During the interaction, a fawn peeked out from the bag, leading officers to detain him for illegal possession of a deer. Keithley initially provided false identity information and attempted to escape on foot but was swiftly captured.

Upon arrest, Keithley was found in possession of suspected crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia. Further checks revealed two outstanding warrants for his arrest in Atlantic County. He has been charged with illegal possession of a deer, possession of a controlled dangerous substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, resisting arrest by flight, and providing false information to a law enforcement officer.

When police inspected his bag, they found a fawn stuffed inside and he was charged for illegal possession of the deer.

Keithley is currently being held at Ocean County Jail, and the fawn was safely returned to its natural habitat. Officer Moslowitz was credited with the arrest.

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ — FOX News Channel's flagship program, "The Five," is set to broadcast a unique live episode from Martell’s Tiki Bar in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. The special "Beach Bash" edition will air this Friday, June 7, from 5 to 6 PM ET.

The broadcast will feature the show’s regular co-hosts, Dana Perino, Greg Gutfeld, Jesse Watters, Jeanine Pirro, and Harold Ford Jr. They will be joined by a roster of guests, including reality TV star Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, who will engage with the show by reading live fan mail. Additionally, Greg Gutfeld is slated to interact with live audience members during the hour-long program. This special broadcast promises to blend topical discussions with an engaging beachfront backdrop, enhancing the viewer experience.

The cast will be joined by a variety of guests throughout the hour, including Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, who will be reading “live” fan mail. Additionally, Gutfeld will speak with live audience members throughout the program.

NEWPORT NEWS, VA — The Newport News Police Department (NNPD) is requesting public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent robbery at a local business. On Monday, May 20, at around 5:25 p.m., officers were dispatched to the Dollar General located on the 200 block of Beech Drive following a theft report.

The incident began when a suspect left the store without paying for numerous items. After being confronted by a store clerk outside, the suspect followed the clerk back inside and appeared to threaten them. He then walked behind the counter and stole several packs of cigarettes before fleeing on foot toward Todds Lane in Hampton.

The suspect is described as a Black male, between 6-foot-3 and 6-foot-7 tall, last seen wearing light blue athletic pants, with no shirt or footwear, and carrying a maroon sweatshirt in his hand.

Anyone with information about this individual or the incident is encouraged to contact the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or submit a tip online at P3Tips.com. Tipsters may remain anonymous, are not required to testify in court, and could receive a reward of up to $1,500 for tips leading to an arrest.

BETHESDA, MD — A Montgomery County man has claimed a substantial $250,000 prize after playing five Pick 5 tickets in the Maryland Lottery's May 16 midday drawing. Opting for the same number, 73195, across all tickets, the Bethesda local secured two $1 straight bets for each ticket in both the midday and evening drawings.

The fortunate tickets were purchased at the Giant grocery store on 7149 Arlington Road, Bethesda. Whether acquiring multiple tickets was a fortunate error or a strategic move remains undisclosed by the winner.

This win ranks among the top Pick 5 payouts this year, following a $300,000 win by a Hyattsville man and matched by a $250,000 prize from a Manchester resident. Notably, the largest Pick 5 wins on record since the game's 2022 inception are $1 million, $750,000, and $550,000.

For contributing to the lucky win, the Giant store will receive a $500 bonus for each winning ticket sold, totaling $2,500.

CHARLES COUNTY, MD — A dinner out on town turned into a $50,000 lottery windfall for a Charles County resident. Last weekend, during a visit to Bubba’s Place in Newburg, a frequent scratch-off player purchased a 20X The Cash instant ticket that yielded the game's top prize.

Upon taking the scratch-off games home, the Southern Marylander employed his usual method of first revealing the numbers before the potential prize beneath. Although initially none of the numbers were a match, he uncovered a 10X symbol concealing a $5,000 prize, multiplying to a total of $50,000.

The winner expressed his disbelief at the win, recounting his reaction: "I just stared at the ticket, thinking, 'This can’t be right.' I had to go and show my wife.” The couple, equally astonished and elated, visited the Lottery headquarters in Baltimore this week to claim their prize.

Plans are already in motion to celebrate the unexpected fortune with a special dinner and a vacation, with the remainder of the funds earmarked for savings. Bubba’s Place, the establishment where the winning ticket was purchased, will be recognized with a $500 bonus from the Maryland Lottery for selling the lucrative scratch-off.

BALTIMORE, MD — A Baltimore resident and seasoned lottery enthusiast has claimed a $50,000 prize from the Maryland Lottery's Pick 5 drawing this week, with plans to continue her winning streak. Accompanied by her brother, she collected her winnings at the Maryland Lottery headquarters on Wednesday.

The winning number, 11655, is a special family combination passed down from their mother. The realization of her win came on Monday evening when her brother, who has also secured smaller lottery prizes ranging from $500 to $2,500, called to confirm if she had played her usual numbers—a nightly ritual for the siblings.

This isn't the first time the winner has struck lottery gold; her largest win dates back to 2009, when she won $40,000 from a $3 scratch-off ticket. "You gave me some of that for Christmastime," her brother fondly remembered during their visit to the headquarters.

With the latest winnings, she plans to remodel her kitchen and bathrooms and save a portion. Confident in her lucky streak, she expressed her intention to return to the Winner's Circle soon.

Hertsch’s Tavern, the venue where the winning ticket was purchased, also benefits, receiving a $500 bonus from the Maryland Lottery for their role in selling the winning ticket.