Deadly Crash, Yogurt and Check Thieves: Crofton's Top 5 Stories from August

From now through New Year's Day, Patch is counting down the most-read and most interesting stories in the Crofton area. Today, we take a look at the top stories from August. 

3 Dead in Major Crash on Route 3 - A Virginia woman and her daughter and young friend died when a  flatbed truck reportedly crashed into a Toyota Camry near the off ramp at Route 32 and Route 3. One other man was seriously hurt. 

IHOP, Yogi Castle Among Future 'Main Street Tenants' - A new retail development just north of Riedel Road will feature a wide array of tenants, including a new spot for pancakes and frozen yogurt. 

Police: Thieves Targeting Mailboxes, Outgoing Checks -  Police said the latest crime trend involves people sifting through outgoing mail to find checks, then forging the amount and trying to deposit it. 

Alec Lemon Making Most of Chances in NFL Camp - Crofton native and Arundel High graduate Alec Lemon impressed many people during training camp with the NFL's Houston Texans. He did not make the squad for 2013, but was placed on injured reserve, indicating he'll have a chance to make the team next year. 

ChapmanHill Baby to Open Flagship Store at Waugh Chapel -  The shop located to the movee theater is the second in the area, and will serve premium items for the little ones.