Coverage Area Policy
Eastern Shore Undercover provides timely and authentic news coverage across the Eastern Shore of Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware.
Our specific areas of focus include:
- Wicomico County, Maryland
- Worcester County, Maryland
- Somerset County, Maryland
- Caroline County, Maryland
- Dorchester County, Maryland
- Talbot County, Maryland
- Kent County, Maryland
- Queen Anne's County, Maryland
- Sussex County, Delaware
- Accomack County, Virginia
Additionally, we also cover significant State and National headline news that impacts our community or is of general interest.
Exclusions and Limitations
Eastern Shore Undercover prides itself on being the community's source for breaking news and information. We prioritize officer safety and aim to serve as an essential information hub for all of our community members.
Eastern Shore Undercover provides basic information on incidents in our community. At no time does Eastern Shore Undercover distribute or indicate exact addresses on our live news coverage posts.
Our posts are generic, including a street name, City, and State and a brief description of what is happening, or at least what our first responders are dealing with from the initial dispatch.
Eastern Shore Undercover does not post identifying information for anyone. Citizens' privacy is of the utmost importance to us, and therefore, we will never post identifying information for any victim, witness, medical patient, or community member.
The ONLY time an individual's identity will be disclosed is if a suspect is wanted for a crime and at the law enforcement agency's request.
There are specific types of incidents that we do not cover:
- Traffic Stops: Simple traffic stops are not posted unless they involve extraordinary circumstances. The sheer volume of traffic stops makes it impractical and unnecessary to report each one.
- Sexual Assault Investigations: Due to the seriousness of these incidents and to protect those victims, Eastern Shore Undercover does not publish any Sexual Assault Investigations.
- Any Incident That May Jeopardize Public Safety: Eastern Shore Undercover will refrain from publishing any incident that we deem may jeopardize public safety. This goes for citizens, law enforcement officers, firefighters, and EMTs. If we feel that posting a call may place anyone in danger, the call will not be published or will be significantly delayed.
There are times when incidents may not appear on Eastern Shore Undercover because our team is not available or around the radios.
Please remember that with the recent encryption, it is much more difficult to obtain information. Therefore, we may not be aware of an incident or be out of the office when the incident occurs.
Our coverage hours are as follows:
- Monday to Thursday: 7 AM to 10 PM
- Friday and Saturday: 7 AM to midnight
- Sunday: Variable hours
Commitment to Community Safety
Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. By providing real-time updates on incidents such as assaults, motor vehicle crashes, thefts, and police pursuits, we aim to:
- Help you avoid traffic jams.
- Keep you informed during dangerous situations.
- Serve as a reliable source of information for the community.
We are committed to honesty, integrity, and assertiveness in our reporting. We always support first responders while fostering a safe and respectful online environment.
If a major incident occurs during our off hours, and we have access to the necessary resources, we will strive to provide prompt updates.
For any questions or further clarifications on our coverage policies, please feel free to contact us via our contact form.
Your family's safety and the integrity of our community are our top priority.
(Updated Feb 1, 2025)