Crime & Safety
Woman In Columbia Assaulted By Trick-Or-Treater: Police
Police said a teen assaulted a woman in Columbia and stole candy on Halloween night.
COLUMBIA, MD — Police said a Columbia woman was assaulted when she opened the door on Halloween. Instead of greeting her with the customary "trick or treat," police allege a teen slapped the resident and stole her candy.
The assault occurred around 6:38 p.m. on Oct. 31, according to the Howard County Police Department.
It took place when a group of teens came to the door in the 6300 block of Windharp Way, police said.
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The investigation is ongoing, according to authorities, who said nobody was seriously injured.
There was no suspect information available. Call the Howard County Police Department's anonymous tip line at 410-313-STOP or email hcpdcrimetips@howardcountymd.gov with info.
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