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Annie DeVoe

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adevoe@dailyvoice.com

Annie is a proud alumna of Purdue University, with degrees in Broadcast Journalism and Anthropology. She began her journalism career in front of a camera, reporting news across the Midwest.

Annie’s passion for journalism began back in high school during her time in Youth In Government, where she served as as reporter and press editor for several years. She is proud to have pursued her childhood dream of becoming a journalist. From breaking news to archery on horseback to hanging out with kangaroos, Annie is grateful to share the stories and events of those around her.

In her free time, Annie enjoys showing her horses and watching sports. The only granddaughter of Indiana Pacer’s founder Chuck DeVoe and stepdaughter of Purdue Men’s Basketball Announcer and former player Ralph Taylor, Annie’s love for Indiana basketball runs deep.

A US history buff, Annie is proud to provide news to the Capitol region.

Annie DeVoe's Contributions

Police & Fire

Elderly Maryland Man Arrested For Sexual Abuse Of 11-Year-Old Nearly 40 Years Ago Authorities have released the identity of an elderly Rockville man who has been arrested for sexually assaulting a minor nearly 40 years ago, officials say. David Wayne Brown, 70, was taken into custody after an investigation that began in Dec. 2021 revealed that he had allegedly sexually assaulted an 11-year-old 38 years ago, according to Montgomery County Police. Brown, who was 29 when the crimes began, allegedly sexually abused the 11-year-old while they babysat for him over the course of two years in the areas of Vandalia Drive in Rockville, and Homecrest Road in Silver Spring. An arre…

by Annie DeVoe

07/07/2022

Police & Fire

Corrections Officer Sexually Involved With Anne Arundel Inmate: Police An Annapolis Corrections Officer who allegedly had a history of sexual contact with an inmate has been arrested, authorities say. Tajudeen Olarotimi Durodoye, 55, of Glen Burnie was arrested on Thursday, July 7 after an investigation into sexual contact allegations was made back in June, Anne Arundel County Police say. Police were advised of a possible sex offense between Durodoye and an inmate on Thursday, June 16, prompting an investigation. Durodoyle has been charged accordingly, officials said. Anyone with any additional information is asked to call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip …

by Annie DeVoe

07/07/2022

Police & Fire

Leader Of Trucker Convoy Causing Traffic On Maryland Highways Arrested: State Police A leader of a protest movement to "restore freedom" has been charged by Maryland State Police after organizing a convoy that stopped traffic in Gaithersburg on Independence Day, authorities say. David "Santa" Ridell, 57, was arrested after acting as an alleged leader of a truck convoy that stopped traffic on southbound I-270 south of I-370 on Monday, July 4, according to Maryland State Police. The convoy claims to be a part of the "1776 Restoration Project", who states they were exercising their "first amendment right" to "restore the Rule of Law", according to posts addressing the matter …

by Annie DeVoe

07/07/2022

Police & Fire

Woman With Walker Killed Trying To Cross Baltimore Street A senior woman was struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run incident while attempting to cross a Baltimore street with her walker, authorities say. Witnesses said that the 65-year-old woman was struck on the 2000 block of North Broadway shortly before 3 p.m., Wednesday, July 6, according to Baltimore Police. Authorities arrived to find the woman unresponsive and rushed her to John's Hopkins Hospital where she was pronounced dead, they said. Anyone that has information about this incident is urged to contact investigators at (410)396-2606. Those who wish to remain anonymous can utilize the Met…

by Annie DeVoe

07/07/2022

Police & Fire

Teen Finally Nabbed By Baltimore Police For Attempting To Kill A Man Last April A teenage boy has finally been caught in connection to a shooting in Baltimore last April, authorities say. Michael Simms, 18, was arrested Tuesday, July 5 on the 800 block of Glade Court after allegedly shooting a 27-year-old man on April 23, according to Baltimore Police. Simms allegedly shot the victim after an argument around 4:16 a.m., on the 4100 block of 6th Street. Police arrived at the scene that April morning to find the victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the right arm, and transported him to the hospital for non-life-threatening injuries, police said. Simms has been charg…

by Annie DeVoe

07/07/2022

Police & Fire

Battery Explosion Inside Rockville Home Causes $20K In Damages A massive amount of damage was left after an explosion in a home in Rockville, authorities say. A lithium battery for an electric golf caddy allegedly exploded while charging on a bed, catching fire around 9:30 p.m. in the home on the 11300 block of Hollowstone Drive, Wednesday, July 6, according to Montgomery County officials. The fire that erupted after the explosion reportedly caused around $20,000 in damages. The fire was allegedly contained by residential sprinkler activation. No injuries were reported in the incident, officials noted.

by Annie DeVoe

07/07/2022

News

DC Area Fugitive Among Most Notable Arrests In Massive US Marshals Operation A fugitive from the Washington DC area was one of 1,500 individuals arrested in a recent and notable US Marshals operation. Robert Bakersville, 28, who was arrested by the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force for homicide on June 16 as part of Operation North Star, the agency announced. The 30-day operation targeted the most dangerous criminals in communities with high levels of violence. The initiative was aimed at combating violent crime in 10 different cities including Philadelphia, Baltimore, New York City and more. The arrests consisted of fugitives, vi…

by Annie DeVoe

07/07/2022

News

Montgomery County Vows To Not Cooperate With Criminalization Of Safe Abortion Seekers Montgomery County has adopted a noncooperation policy with outside states who attempt to criminalize women coming to Maryland to seek an abortion, authorities say. This policy pledges to protect the reproductive rights of all women, and confirms that county officials will not participate in the extradition of any woman who travels to Maryland as a safe haven for abortions, according to the Montgomery County State's Attorney's Office. County officials have also vowed to not cooperate with any investigative efforts to identify providers of the abortions and will protect the HIP…

by Annie DeVoe

07/06/2022

Obituaries

Bowie's Jami Bennett Dies Suddenly, 20 A studious and enthusiastic Bowie athlete's life was cut short late last spring unexpectedly passing away at only 20 years old, according to posts by her family. Jami Marie Bennett "found her peace" when she died on May 31. Originally from Nebraska, Jami grew up in Bowie and made the area her home, participating in several sports excelling in academics at Bowie High School, according to an obituary. Jami had completed over two years at Towson University before her passing, and worked as a Community Center Assistant as well as a manager at a smoothie store. A true adventure seeker, Ja…

by Annie DeVoe

07/06/2022

Police & Fire

Baltimore Officer Who Killed 'Undercover Comedian' Won't Be Charged: Report The investigative report concerning a police-involved fatal shooting last October in Baltimore County has been released, authorities say. Charges will not be pressed against involved Baltimore County Police Officer, Lieutenant Gregory Mead in regards to the Oct. 11, 2021 shooting that killed Jovan Lewis Singleton, according to the Maryland Attorney General's Office. Singleton's obituary remembers him as a "fun and loving undercover comedian," who was passionate about fixing cars. Singleton was allegedly involved in an armed robbery of a nearby 7-Eleven on Windsor Mill Road. and f…

by Annie DeVoe

07/06/2022

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