man named marcus jackson. jackson at the time was working as a d.c. firefighter. he's awaiting trial. if found guilty he'd be one of the precious few successfully prosecuted. maryland alone investigated 2,000 cases of vehicular insurance fraud last year. about 100 fwloimpbwere referred prosecutors. >> and we have information on vehicle fires on our website nbcwashington.com. all you have to do is click on investigations. you can also send tips to the news4 i-team by e-mail or by calling 202-885-4444. >>> well, dozens of dogs and puppies are headed towards loving homes after a lifetime of neglect and abuse. video shows animal welfare seized them from rural virginia last weekend. the dogs were kept in filthy conditions there. th week the dogs what is likely the first vet care of their lives at caring hands animal hospital. they then went on to rescues all over the area where they will be adopted. the case is expected to include criminal charges against the former owner. >>> well, big news for the national zoo's red panda that escaped last year. you remember this guy