Alanea Cremen

Washington, D.C., United States

Senior Digital Producer at WUSA-TV (Washington, DC)

Emmy-Adjacent Digital Producer

Articles

Car crashes into townhouses displacing 8 adults, 4 children

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

When first responders arrived, they found a vehicle had crashed into the townhouse, after reportedly damaging another home across the street. WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Emergency crews were called after a car crashed into two Woodbridge townhouses Friday morning.
Teen among pair charged with shooting woman in Lusby

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

LUSBY, Md. — A 16-year-old is among two suspects accused of shooting a woman in the back, who was later found wounded in her car Thursday morning in Lusby. According to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO,) deputies were called to the 700 block of Spruce Drive shortly before 11:45 a.m. for reports of a shooting. A concerned citizen reportedly called for help after they said a shooting victim drove up and asked for help.
Restricted airspace over DC to expand during Army parade, impacting flights at DCA

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

The celebration will happen on June 14, which also happens to be President Trump’s 79th birthday, as well as Flag Day. WASHINGTON — As D.C. gets closer to a massive military parade aiming to celebrate the Army's 250th anniversary, one group of people may be impacted more than they realize: People trying to fly in or out of DCA. The 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade has grown extensively in scope and size since Army planners started working on a festival two years ago.
Leftover pet food could go to animal shelters thanks to proposed BARK Act

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

The proposed legislation could help recover millions of pounds of pet food to feed shelter animals. The shelter says overcrowding has become a major issue. WASHINGTON — Newly proposed legislation would incentivize pet supply companies to donate usable leftover food to animal shelters as the organizations face rising operational costs. The Bring Animals Relief and Kibble (BARK) Act was proposed by Rep.
Rabid raccoon found foaming at the mouth near Target parking lot in Bowie

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

BOWIE, Md. — Health officials are warning residents after a rabid raccoon was found reportedly foaming at the mouth near a Target in Bowie last weekend. According to the Prince George's County Health Department, the rabid animal was spotted by a resident around 2:45 p.m. Sunday near a Target parking lot in the 4600 block of Mitchellville Road. When two police officers arrived, they found the raccoon with "a liquid substance oozing from its mouth," according to the health department.
18-year-old shoots girlfriend's dad during argument outside family's home, police say

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

The girl's father was taken to an area hospital for help in critical condition, and is expected to survive. Credit: WUSA9 Police continue to investigate exactly what happened. Here's what we know. WASHINGTON — An 18-year-old Lorton man is facing charges after police say he shot his girlfriend's father during an argument Monday night.
$31K stolen in less than 3 months, DC trio charged with string of candle thefts

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

Often, the group would steal thousands of dollars in candles from stores multiple times a week, and even days in a row. FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. — Three people from D.C. are facing charges for an alleged string of candle thefts in Kingstowne and Fair Oaks, which resulted in more than $31,000 in stolen goods. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, 34-year-old Delontae Shaw, 25-year-old Sincere Stewart, and 28-year-old Devon Owens were connected to 15 candle thefts in less than 3 months.
18-year-old charged with kidnapping woman witnesses saw screaming for help, police say

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

The victim had reportedly been able to throw her purse out the window before the car got away, helping police identify her. BELTSVILLE, Md. — An 18-year-old Burtonsville man is facing charges after police say he kidnapped a woman Sunday evening.
Landlord to pay more than $1M over allegations that it conspired to inflate rent at apartments across DC

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

W.C. Smith will pay $1,050,000 to the District in civil penalties, money to impacted residents, and legal fees. WASHINGTON — A landlord accused of conspiring with other property owners to inflate rents at more than 50,000 apartments across D.C. will have to pay over $1 million and reform its business practices. The payout was announced Tuesday by Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb, who said William C. Smith & Co., Inc.
Man accused of assaulting multiple women in Fairfax County

3 weeks ago | wusa9.com | Alanea Cremen

Two victims told officers that a man had approached them and touched them inappropriately. Credit: TheaDesign - stock.adobe.com Police lights FAIR LAKES, Va. — A man is facing charges after police say he groped women and was later spotted masturbating in a car in Fair Lakes. According to the Fairfax County Police Department, 33-year-old Gigssa Bekele Bengessa was arrested after a brief struggle Wednesday evening.