ATV Stolen during Garage Burglary
LA PLATA — Police report that on January 6 at 8:10 p.m., officers responded to the 6800 block of Valley Road in La Plata for the report of a burglary. Investigation revealed sometime between December 10 and January 6, unknown suspects broke into the victim’s garage and stole a 2000 Yamaha ATV. Officer K. Lerch is investigating.
Burglars cleaned out home of electronic goodies, loaded them in victim’s car and stole it
INDIAN HEAD — Charles County Sheriff’s officers report that on January 5 between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., unknown suspects broke into a house on Woodsome Drive in Indian Head and stole video games, DVD players, computers and the victim’s car –a 2001 Mazda 626. Officers canvassed the area and processed the scene for evidence. At 9:45 p.m., officers found the stolen car on River Watch Drive. The stolen goods were found in the trunk of the vehicle. Officer M. Beall is investigating.
Was She Drunk? Was She Drugged?
MECHANICSVILLE — On Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at 10:12 pm, Leslie Anne Brown, 23, of Mechanicsville was arrested by TFC C. M. Evans for Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Alprazolam. TFC Evans responded to Mechanicsville Road, east of Carpenter Drive in Mechanicsville for the reported single vehicle accident. Upon arrival, contact was made with the driver, Ms. Brown and a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was emitting from her breath. She was subsequently arrested for DWI/DUI. Ms. Brown was taken into custody and transported to the Leonardtown Barracks for processing for the DWI/DUI arrest. Ms. Brown was found to be in possession of Marijuana and five (5) Alprazolam pills. She was later transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
Thieves will know where they are going
WALDORF — On December 28 at 1 p.m., officers responded to the 3200 block of Mattawoman Beantown Road in Waldorf for the report of thefts from autos. Investigation revealed sometime between 7 a.m. – 1 p.m., unknown suspects forced entry into five cars parked in the area and stole GPS units, IPods, currency and other loose items. Officer L. Elliot is investigating. Much of crime is generational. These idiots likely had grandfathers who were out stealing eight track players and CB radios out of vehicles 35 years ago.
Double Dumb with Drugs
LA PLATA — Hiding drugs while parked after midnight on a side street. These two dummies apparently didn’t plan on officers patrolling for trouble. On December 28 at 12:27 a.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers report they observed a suspicious vehicle parked behind near a business in the 9300 block of Chesapeake Street in La Plata. Upon approaching the car, officers observed marijuana and drug paraphernalia inside the car. The occupants, Jarret Land, 19, of La Plata and two 17-year-old males of La Plata were charged with possession of drugs.
Nasty Drunk Spat on Cop
LA PLATA — Deserving of being knocked around and slammed on the ground a few times, a St. Mary’s County man allegedly spit on a cop during his DWI arrest. Police say that on December 27 at 1:27 a.m., a Charles County Sheriff’s Officer initiated a traffic stop in the 600 block of Charles Street in La Plata after observing a violation. The officer determined the driver, Michael Anthony Hilton Jr, 22, of Mechanicsville, was intoxicated. As the officer placed Hilton under arrest, Hilton spit on the officer and kicked the side of the officer’s car. Hilton was subdued and charged with DWI, resisting arrest and assaulting a police officer. Officer R. Brooks made the arrest.
Assault but no murder
HUGHESVILLE — Police say that on December 26 at 11:50 p.m., officers responded to the 6200 block of Brandywine Road in Hughesville for an assault in which a knife was used. Investigation revealed the victim – 49-year-old man - and suspect, Ray Williams Dempsey, 34, of Eagle Harbor, were arguing when Dempsey pulled a knife and threatened the victim. Dempsey fled but was later arrested and charged with first-degree assault. Officer L. Sershen is investigating.

Burglars on Bensville
WALDORF — Charles County cops report that on December 23 at 9 p.m., officers responded to the 7800 block of Bensville Road in Waldorf for the report of a burglary. Investigation revealed unknown suspects broke into a house and stole money and other small items. Corporal C. Strafella is investigating.
Killer Caught on Shore
ST. MICHAEL’S – On December 29, Deputies from the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office were notified by a citizen in the 900 block of Calvert Avenue of a subject at the residence wanted by police. Deputies and members of the St Michaels Police Department responded to the residence and made contact with a Hispanic male who was identified as Miguel Angel Rodriguiz-Lainez, 27 of Rockville, MD. A records check was made and it was determined Rodriguiz-Lainez was wanted by the Montgomery County Police Department for murder in the first degree. Rodriguiz-Lainez was taken into custody without incident and held at the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office until he was released to the custody of the Montgomery County Police Department. There were no local charges lodged against Rodriguiz-Lainez.
Battling Rednecks Do Drop in to the Dew Drop
HOLLYWOOD — What a way to act on a Sunday! Cops say that on December 27, 2009, Deputy Matthew Rogers responded to the Dew Drop Inn in Hollywood, Maryland for a reported disturbance. While on the scene, Deputy Rogers observed a fight between two persons in the doorway area of the business. The aggressor was identified as Daniel Caleb Young, 33, from Mechanicsville. Young was arrested, charged with disturbance of the public peace and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.
Wine Glass Attack
HOLLYWOOD — Police say that on December 30, 2009, Deputy Matthew Rogers responded to a residence in Hollywood, Maryland for an assault. Upon arrival, he learned Alewtina A. Musarro, 50, allegedly became involved in an argument with family members. During the argument, the male victim tried to intercede between the two arguing parties. Police say that Mussaro subsequently struck the victim in the neck with a wine glass causing injury. Mussaro was arrested, charged with assault and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.
No room at the inn for boozers trying to break-in to shelter on News Year’s Eve
LEXINGTON PARK — Its tough on drunks who want a free place to stay when its raining outside and you don’t have a tent. Police say that on December 31, 2009, Cpl John Kirchner responded to the Three Oaks Men Shelter in Lexington Park for a dispute. James Calvin Morgan, 45, of Lexington Park, was outside the facility and had been denied access due to his intoxicated state. Cpl Kirkner directed Mr. Morgan to leave the property at the request of the building management and complied. Morgan subsequently returned about an hour later and smashed out a front door window using a plastic children’s chair causing $300 in damage. Morgan was located hiding under a trailer in the parking lot of the Three Oaks Center and was arrested. James Morgan was charged with property destruction and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner. Morgan got his free room after all, as it is likely that the jail didn’t toss him out due to being drunk. But he likely had to leave his Muscatel in the police car.
Lower than required behavior at Big Dogs Paradise
MECHANICSVILLE — Could it have been lifting his leg on a barstool? Eating too many dog biscuits? Playing the role of the upper dog? Who knows, but according to Capt. Edward Willenborg of the St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Department, police were called to toss out an alleged bad dog at Big Dogs.
Police say that on December 31, 2009, Cpl Kevin Somerville responded to Big Dogs Paradise in Mechanicsville for a person refusing to leave the establishment. Upon arrival, Cpl Somerville learned Edmond P Ferguson Jr., 58, from Mechanicsville had been asked to leave the business by management because of his reported poor behavior but refused. Cpl Somerville repeated the managements request for Mr. Ferguson to leave several times and after the suspects multiple refusals placed him under arrest for trespass. Edmond Ferguson was released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Ring in the New Year by Beating Up Girlfriend
LEONARDTOWN — St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Capt. Edward Willenborg reports that Deputy Matthew Rogers responded to a residence in Leonardtown, Maryland for an assault. Upon arrival, Deputy Rogers learned John Melvin Mattingly, 53, from Leonardtown became involved in an argument with his girlfriend. During the argument, police say that Mattingly struck the victim in the head with his fist causing injury. Mattingly was arrested, charged with assault and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

 

Bad Girls at the Mall Rob Guy
ST. CHARLES MALL — It looks like the Mall isn’t safe for 50 year old women shopping when a teenage male gets boosted when using an ATM.

On December 28 at 4:12 p.m., officers responded to 11110 Mall Circle for the report of a robbery. Investigation revealed the victim – an 18-year-old male - was withdrawing money from an ATM located inside the mall when two females approached, grabbed him from behind and stole the money.

Both suspects fled on foot. The victim described the suspects as black females in their teens. One suspect was wearing a pink coat and the other suspect was wearing a brown coat. Sergeant J.S. Powell is investigating.

Spring Ridge Student Charged with Assault
SPRING RIDGE – On Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 4:24 pm, Tpr. B. T. Wiesemann responded to St. Mary’s Hospital for a reported Assault. Upon arrival, Tpr. Wiesemann made contact with the female complainant, 12, of Great Mills and she advised the suspect, a 13 year old female of Lexington Park assaulted her while standing in front of Spring Ridge Middle School. After interviewing both parties the suspect was taken into custody and charged with Assault 2nd Degree and released to her mother pending further action by Juvenile Services.

Robber put his order for cash in with teller
WALDORF — Just tell them you need money and they give it to you. That’s what police say happened on December Dec 22 at 12:15 p.m., officers responded to Old Line National Bank at 12080 Old Line Center in Waldorf for the report of a robbery. Investigation revealed the suspect entered the bank, approached a teller, implied he had a weapon and demanded money. The teller complied and the suspect fled. The suspect is described as a black male in his forties, 5’8’ with a slim build. He wore a dark colored hat with a white logo and a black jacket. Detectives are looking into the possibility the same suspect is responsible for robberies in other counties as well. Detective Tona is investigating.


Cops Snare Man Red-handed With Knife in Fight; 2nd Man Collared While Beating Victim with Baseball Bat
GREAT MILLS — A call rang out for help on Christmas Eve when local yahoos put forward another red-letter day for heathenry in St. Mary’s County.
Police say that on December 24, 2009 deputies responded to the Quick Stop Gas Station on Great Mills Road in Great Mills, Maryland for a fight in progress call.
When deputies arrived they observed two male fighting inside of a vehicle. Dfc. George observed Pierre Lamont Harris, 24 of Great Mills, Maryland striking the victim in the face with a closed fist while holding an object in that hand. Dfc. George opened the vehicle door and extricated Harris from the vehicle, stopping the assault.
As Harris was being placed on the ground to be handcuffed, police report that a fixed blade steak knife fell from his hand. Harris was handcuffed and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was charged with 1st Degree Assault, 2nd Degree Assault and Disorderly Conduct.
During the same incident, as Deputy Chimko-Fahey arrived on the scene, police say she observed an individual, later identified as Lamount Drewell Carey, 20 of Lexington Park, Maryland holding a baseball bat and striking another individual. When Carey saw Deputy Chimko-Fahey he dropped the bat and beat feet. After a brief foot chase, Carey was apprehended. Deputy Chimko-Fahey went back to contact the individual who Carey was assaulting. The victim had left the Quick Stop and Deputy Chimko-Fahey was unable to identify him. Deputy Chimko-Fahey charged Carey with Disorderly Conduct.
Teen dirtbags were entitled to mail and Christmas presents of others
GREAT MILLS — Police report that a couple of dirtbags were out for other’s mail and presents in a crime spree which covered a large neighborhood off of Chancellors Run Road. On December 23, 2009 deputies responded to a residence on Kinnegad Place in Great Mills, Maryland for a report of a theft. Investigation revealed a witness observed two teen age girls, both 15 years old, one from California, Maryland and the other from Great Mills, Maryland, walking along a path behind Kinnegad Drive carrying envelopes and packages. When the two girls got to the end of the path their hands no longer had the envelopes or packages. The witness thought their activity was suspicious so he went to investigate and walked along the path. The witness discovered open envelopes and a package (mail) from various people. As deputies were talking to the witness the two juveniles girls walked back down the path. The deputies stopped the juveniles. Further investigation revealed the juveniles were taking mail and packages out of mailboxes in the area of Kinnegad Drive, Kinnegad Place and Lower Kells Lane in Great Mills, Maryland to steal money, gift cards and other valuables. The juveniles were arrested and charged with 7 counts of theft and 1 count of theft scheme and released to their parents. Deputies Maguire and Worrey were the investigating deputies.

Bait Salesman Charged with Burglary of Bait Shop

SOLOMON’S ISLAND — This guy didn’t get enough of work during work and returned for a nighttime adventure, say police. On December 16, 2009 at 7:39 a.m., Trooper First Class Johns responded to Bunky’s Charter Boat in Solomons for a reported burglary. Police say that their investigation revealed that an employee Anthony Miller, 21 of St. Leonard allegedly broke into the business and stole money and other items. He was arrested and incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center.

Too Much Rum Pudding: Yahoos Raise Hell in Liquor Store

LEXINGTON PARK – Maryland State Police report that on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at 6:46 pm, Tpr. M. J. Pitcher responded to the Canopy Liquors in the 21000 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park for the reported Disturbance. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male employee, 48, of Lexington Park who advised Peggy Lynn Jones, 26, of Lexington Park was trespassing and creating a disturbance inside the store. While speaking with the employee, Tpr. Pitcher observed the suspect, Ms. Jones assault a male patron inside the store. Tpr. Pitcher took Ms. Jones in custody and she began to yell obscenities while being escorted from the store. She was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.

Car Thief Picks Volvo

LUSBY — It wasn’t a GM product that was stolen on December 18, 2009 at 10:24 a.m., Trooper First Class Laziuck investigated the theft of a vehicle from the 12000 block of Rousby Hall Road in Lusby. The victim reported that a 1989 Volvo was taken from the driveway

Burglars now have wheels

LUSBY — Maryland State Police report that on December 20, 2009 at 5:17 p.m., Trooper First Class Johns received a call for theft of property from the 300 block of McMichaels Drive in Lusby. The victim reported a silver ATV 4-Wheeler had been stolen from a shed behind the residence.

Not a good time to do your banking unless you are buying drugs

WALDORF — On December 23 between 1:30 a.m. – 2 a.m., an 18-year-old male and three friends had just withdrawn money at a drive-thru ATM at 3070 Leonardtown Road in Waldorf. Afterwards, the victim parked his car to the side of the bank and exited his vehicle momentarily. At that point, he was approached by four men in a silver car who asked for help fixing a flat tire. Two of the men displayed handguns and demanded the victim’s wallet. The victim refused and one suspect fired a shot, striking the victim in his leg. The victim’s friends drove him to a nearby hospital where they called the police. The victim was treated for a non life-threatening injury. Officers canvassed the area and processed the scene for evidence. The Major Crimes Unit is investigating.

Carjacker came upon a midnight clear at Denny’s

WALDORF — Not having a sleigh handy, two gunmen stole one at gunpoint on December 23 at 2:40 a.m. Police say that officers received a call for a carjacking in the parking lot of 2975 Crain Highway in Waldorf. Investigation revealed the victim was leaving Denny’s when he was approached by two men who displayed a handgun and demanded his car keys. The victim complied and the suspects fled in his vehicle - a 2001, Mitsubishi Mirage. The victim, who was not injured, called police. Detectives are looking into the possibility that the carjacking and first-degree assault from Leonardtown Road are related. The Major Crimes Unit is investigating.

Sneaky Pete Had PCP and other drugs

LA PLATA — Police say that on December 22 at 9:36 a.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the area of Charles Street and Tip Hill Road in La Plata for the report of a suspicious vehicle. Contact was made with the driver, William Kenneth Briley, 34, of Temple Hills, who appeared to be under the influence of an unknown substance. Briley was arrested after failing field sobriety tests. During the investigation, officers found a quantity of marijuana, PCP, and, Hydrocodone inside Briley’s car. He was charged with possession with intent to distribute drugs. Officer W. Mayhew is investigating.

Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance

Police report that on December 23, 2009 Deputy M. Green responded to a residence on Chapman Drive in Lexington Park, Maryland for a report of an unwanted guest. Investigation revealed the homeowner wanted Kenneth Boyd Bloodsworth, 27 of Leonardtown, Maryland, who was intoxicated and in possession of a controlled dangerous substance to leave her residence. With the permission of the homeowner, Deputy Green entered the residence, observed a white powdered substance, along with a clear plastic baggie containing suspected cocaine spread along the kitchen counter and Bloodsworth seated across from the kitchen. Bloodsworth was arrested and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance, suspected cocaine.

Cops Rock and Roll Solving Burglaries;
Fill the Jail for Christmas
Charles County Sheriff’s Officers Close Four Unrelated Burglaries with Eight Arrests
Quick Response Times, Extensive Patrols and Solid Police Work Led to Arrests
Charles County Sheriff Rex W. Coffey said officers recently solved four unrelated burglaries in which good, solid police work was credited with identifying, locating and arresting eight suspects. Citing the arrests, Sheriff Coffey said the work performed in each case is commendable and demonstrates the commitment officers have in solving crimes and the importance of increasing a police presence throughout the community. “These arrests came about as a result of citizens reporting suspicious activity, an immediate police response and officers putting their skills to work,” said Sheriff Coffey. The following are synopsis of the four cases:
On December 16, Charles County Sheriff’s Detective C. Wimbley arrested Jerrell Tibbs, 23, of Waldorf, in connection with a burglary that occurred on November 29 at Hong Kong Buffet at 3331 Plaza Way in Waldorf. Another suspect, Omar Jamal Brooks, 23, of Waldorf, was arrested on December 12. During the burglary, the suspects broke a rear door, entered the business and stole a laptop, designer purse, cash and alcohol. Detective Wimberley tracked down information about the stolen goods and subsequently linked Tibbs and Brooks to the break-in. Both suspects were charged with second-degree burglary.
On December 11 at 11:40 p.m., a citizen called police after observing three suspects break out the glass door to the Berry Country Market at 7485 Bensville Road in Waldorf. When officers arrived, they discovered the front door had been shattered and the suspects had fled. An immediate search was coordinated and K-9 officers were deployed. Within several minutes, Detective C. Shankster observed all three suspects hiding in tall grass on the front lawn of a nearby house. Officers approached the suspects and discovered cigarettes, beer and butane lighters which had been stolen during the break-in. Upon further investigation, officers connected the suspects to vandalism at Bensville Park in which they broke three windows and two fog lights at the concession stand. Christopher Ross Aylor, 18, and two 15-year-old males, all of White Plains, were arrested and charged with second-degree burglary, destruction of property and theft.
On December 10 at 1:15 p.m., officers responded to the 2300 block of Tacoma Place in Waldorf for the report of two masked men attempting to break into a home. A witness provided officers with a description of the suspects and their vehicle. Responding officers observed the suspect car leaving the area and initiated a traffic stop. The suspects fled and officers pursued the car to Garner Road where the driver lost control and struck another vehicle. Burglary tools were recovered from the car and officers learned one of the suspects had an open warrant. The suspects, a 21-year-old male and a 22-year-old male, both from Suitland, were apprehended and face multiple charges. The investigation in this case is ongoing.
On December 7, Charles County Sheriff’s Detective J. Elliott arrested Robert Hector Becker, 21, of La Plata, in connection with a burglary that occurred on November 6 in La Plata in which a crossbow, long guns and other items were stolen. During the initial investigation, Officer R. Bagley processed the scene and obtained latent fingerprints which were then processed by examiners assigned to the Sheriff’s Office Forensic Science Unit. The analysis ultimately linked the prints to Becker and connected him to the break-in. Becker was charged with burglary and remanded to the Charles County Detention Center.




Bray’s Fray ends in Slammer, Again!

ST. JAMES — Convicted drug dealer Martin Bray IV, 35, was locked up early today on charges of reckless endangerment, theft of a shotgun and violation of protective orders after he allegedly pointed a shotgun at Damion Cutchember at about 1 am. St. Mary’s Sheriff Tim Cameron told ST. MARY’S TODAY that his deputies were on the lookout for Bray and at about 356 am today Deputy Dodson found him near Spring Ridge Middle School, on Rt. 235 and placed him under arrest.

Bray was indicted on charges of distribution of drugs in 2005 while on probation and sent to the Maryland State Prison system for incarceration. At the same time, court records show that a judgment in the amount of $700 for unspecified restitution to William Winters was affirmed.

In 2003, Bray was arrested by Dep. Robert Merritt for burglary and found guilty. He was sentenced to 5 years in prison and 3 years on probation but that sentence was reduced to 18 months with the provision he attend drug rehab. It was during the probation period that he was nabbed for selling drugs.

On Dec. 11, 2009, Bray was back in the fray of legal charges, when he was arrested by St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Deputy Eric Evans for violating a protective order.

Bray is a walking and talking crime spree with a record stretching back for more than a decade with various charges of assault, assault on a jail guard, theft, malicious destruction of property, and more, with many convictions, showing that three strikes and you are out is a theory in Maryland. Even the late Deputy Keith Fretwell arrested Bray on charges of theft in 1997, for which he was found guilty and given 548 days in jail.

As a training aide for local police officers, Bray has been arrested at least once by most every deputy and trooper in the area. His continued periods of freedom are not the fault of local police officers but are due to the insane local judges who have little concern for the public and continually allow this madman to be free to cause mayhem.

The latest arrest for Bray of pointing a stolen shotgun at another may have been concluded with a murder charge, but it is apparent from the silly antics of St. Mary’s County’s Judges that Bray will indeed get another shot at killing someone soon. The Judges claim that they have sentencing guidelines but they lie. The Judges in Maryland can reconsider a sentence for anyone at anytime and usually after public attention is diverted to other matters, the Judges let dangerous criminals out of jail.

In Bray’s case, sending him to jail doesn’t mean that his only way out is for a Judge to issue a whacky ruling. In 2006, he escaped from jail and was later caught and given another 158 days in jail for leaving it.

The Judges give out sentences of 18 months or less to keep inmates from being sent to the State Prison where life behind bars can be really tough and the local jail is like a country club in comparison.

The following reports have been provided by police agencies:

On June 16, 2009 Rose Marie Briscoe, 48 of Lexington Park, Maryland was served with a notice not to trespass on the property of Millison Plaza in Lexington Park, Maryland. On December 16, 2009 Cpl. J. Molitor observed Briscoe the property of Millison. Cpl. Molitor confirmed the trespassing notice was still in effect. Briscoe was arrested for trespassing.

2 Counts - Second Degree Child Abuse

On December 15, 2009 Deputies responded to a residence Lexwood Court in Lexington Park, Maryland for a report of a fight involving weapons. It was discovered during the course of investigating the fight that two juvenile’s age’s 1 and 2 years old had been locked into a room of the apartment, sleeping on the floor, without proper clothing or supervision. The residence was unsanitary and littered with empty alcoholic beverage containers. The custodial adult, April Dawn Sprouse, 21 of Lexington Park, Maryland was not at the residence. Sprouse was located, arrested and charged with two counts of second degree child abuse.

Disorderly Conduct

On December 16, 2009 Deputy First Class Watters responded to Richard Circle in Mechanicsville, Maryland for a report of a disturbance. When Dfc. Watters arrived at the residence he was met by Christopher Try Lyons, 37 of Mechanicsville, Maryland who was standing in the front yard yelling and cursing. Dfc. Watters asked Lyons to calm down and stop yelling. Lyons refused and his disorderly behavior drew the attention of neighbors. Lyons was arrested and charged with Disorderly Conduct.

Attempting to Defraud a Drug Screening Examination

On December 16, 2009 Dfc. Watters responded to the Office of Parole and Probation in Leonardtown, Maryland to a report of attempting to defraud a urinalysis examination. Investigation revealed Joseph Michael Burkhard, 3rd, 27 of Mechanicsville, Maryland, who is court ordered to submit to urinalysis examinations, attempted to conceal a bottle of urine in his waistband as he enter the District Court Building. The District Court building houses the offices of parole and probation, where Burkhard was heading to submit to a urine analysis. Further investigation revealed it was Burkhard’s intent to substitute the concealed urine for his own in an attempt to defraud the examination. Burkhard was arrested and charged with attempting to defraud a drug screening examination.

Theft

On July17, 2009 Fredy Herman Eatmon II, 44 of Dameron, Maryland was issued a notice not to trespass on the property of the K-Mart Store in California, Maryland. On December 17, 2009 the Loss Prevention Officer for K-Mart observed Eatmon enter the store, remove items from the shelves and place them into his jacket pocket. Eatmon walked past all points of purchase and attempted to exit the store when he was stopped and detained by the Loss Prevention Officer. Cpl. J Logalbo responded to the K-Mart, reviewed the thefts recorded on the in store video surveillance system, arrest and charged Eatmon with trespassing and theft.

On December 11, 2009 Deputy First Class Carberry observed Robert Wayne Wright, 31 of Scotland, Maryland at the Target in California, Maryland. Wright had an open Failure to appear warrant for his arrest. As Dfc. Carberry attempted to arrest Wright, Wright pushed a shopping cart into Dfc. Carberry. Dfc. Carberry was able to subdue Wright and place him under arrest. Search incident to arrest lead to the discovery of several stolen items from Target concealed on Robert Wright’s person. Wright was charged additionally with theft under $1,000.

On December 11, 2009 Corporal J Molitor responded to Columbus Drive for a report of an assault. Investigation revealed Billie Ann Perez, 31 of Lexington Park, Maryland was involved in a verbal dispute which escalated into a physical assault when Perez punched the victim in the mouth. Perez was charged with second degree assault.

On December 11, 2009 Cpl. J Somerville responded to Tintop School Road in Mechanicsville, Maryland for a report of an assault in progress. Investigation revealed Kevin Joseph Holt, 40 of Mechanicsville, Maryland was involved in a verbal dispute with the victim which escalated into a physical assault when Holt pushed and kicked the victim several times. Holt was arrested and charged with second degree assault.

On December 13, 2009 Cpl. J Somerville responded to the Clement Shell Gas Station parking lot in Clements, Maryland for a report of an assault. Investigation revealed Anthony Daniel Young, 22 of Washington D.C. was involved in a verbal dispute with the victim which escalated into a physical assault when Somerville pushed the victim to the ground with such force that the victim possibly sustained a broken arm. Young was arrested and charged with second degree assault.

On December 13, 2009 Cpl. E Johnson responded to Queen Tree Road in Mechanicsville, Maryland for a report of an assault in progress. When deputies arrived they found Letcher naked in the kitchen area of the residence. Letcher appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Investigation revealed Jon Robert Letcher, 45 of Mechanicsville, Maryland had pushed the victim and squeezed the victim so tight she was unable to breathe. Letcher was arrested for second degree assault. Search incident to arrest revealed a vial of suspected phencyclidine (PCP) on his person. Letcher was also charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance.

On December 14, 2009 Deputy R. Nielson responded to Hilton Drive in Lexington Park, Maryland for a report of a domestic disturbance. Investigation revealed Mayra MNM Dunn, 32 of Lexington Park, Maryland was involved in a verbal dispute which escalated into a physical assault when Dunn struck the victim in arm and neck. Dunn was arrested for second degree assault.

On December 14, 2009 Deputy H Adams responded to Pratt Road Ridge, Maryland for a report of a burglary. As Deputy Adams was responding to the scene a broadcast was dispatched reporting a Joseph Claude Birch, Jr, 32 of Ridge, Maryland broke into the victim’s residence, assaulted the victim and fled in a Ford F-150 truck. Deputy Adams observed the truck on his way into the scene and was able to stop the vehicle and detain Adams. Further investigation confirmed that Adams had broken into the victim’s residence and assaulted the victim. Adams was charged with 1st Degree Burglary, 2nd Degree Assault and driving a motor vehicle while his license was suspended.

On December 16, 2009 at approximately 6:55 am a 1999 School Bus driven by Torri Lavore Hall, 31 of Lexington Park, Maryland was eastbound on Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, Maryland when a 1999 Dodge truck driven by William Woodley Dyson, 55 of Lexington Park, Maryland failed to yield the right of way and pulled from Prather’s Drive into the path of the school bus causing a collision. Five children ranging in ages from 6 years old to 13 years old were on the bus at the time of the collision. All five children and Torri Hall were transported to St. Mary’s Hospital by ambulance. William Dyson was flown to Prince George’s Shock Trauma by Maryland State Police Trooper 7 helicopter.

Disorderly Conduct – On Monday, December 14, 2009 at 8:26 pm, Tpr. B.T. Wiesemann responded to the 46000 block of South Shangri La Drive in Lexington Park for the reported Disturbance. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 43, of Lexington Park who was detaining the suspect, Darrell Duane Jones, 31, of Lexington Park who was intoxicated and creating a disturbance. The complainant advised Mr. Jones entered the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department. He refused to leave. Tpr. Wiesemann took custody of Mr. Jones and transported him to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner. He was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Public Intoxication and Failure to Obey a Lawful Order. (0982013432)

Warrant Service – On Monday, December 14, 2009 at 3:40 am David Joseph Reiner, 48, of Mechanicsville was arrested by Tpr. G. A. Thompson on a Grand Jury Indictment (T3-14213) issued by the Circuit Court in Leonardtown on November 20, 2009. The original charge is Sex Abuse Minor – Continuing Course of Conduct. Mr. Reiner was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner. (0982013397)

Warrant Service – On Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 10:00 am, Antoine J. Ramsay, 20, of Lexington Park was arrested by TFC M. A. Moore on a Bench Warrant (T3-14240) for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on December 11, 2009. Mr. Ramsay turned himself in at the Leonardtown Barrack and was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner. The original charges on the warrant were driving on highway while license was both Suspended and Revoked. (0982013506)

Warrant Service – On Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 1:05 pm, Maurico Sierra, 31, of Valley Lee was arrested by Tpr. R. L. Jackson on a Bench Warrant (T3-13729) for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on December 2, 2009. The original charge was Driving While Intoxicated. Mr. Sierra turned himself in at the Leonardtown Barrack and was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner. (0982013515)

Warrant Service – On Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 5:30 pm, Bryan Curtis Aquinigoc, 26, of Chesapeake, VA was arrested by TFC M. B. Adams on a Bench Warrant (T3-14238) for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on December 10, 2009. The original charge was driving on a Suspended out of state license. Mr. Aquiningoc turned himself in at the Leonardtown Barracks and was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner. (0982013383)

Warrant Service – On Wednesday December 16, 2009 at 5:50 pm, Letisha Taleda Smarr, 24, of Lexington Park was arrested by Tpr. B. T. Wiesemann on a Bench Warrant (T3-14242) for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on December 11, 2009. The original charge was driving on highway while license privilege was suspended. Ms. Smarr was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner. (0982013528)

Watermen charged with illegal oyster catch

Anne Arundel County – On November 22, 2009 at 10:00 pm, the Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) charged Tyron Anthony James, age 19 of Arnold, Md with possession of controlled dangerous substance of schedule II, Oxycodone, possession of a controlled dangerous substance I, marijuana and two counts of possession of CDS paraphernalia. The arrest occurred during a traffic stop that occurred on College Parkway, Annapolis. James was released on his own recognizance and no court has been set.

St. Mary’s County - On November 19, 2009 at approximately 12:10 pm., the Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) charged George Hoston Russell Jr. of Park Hall Md. with possession of unculled oysters. This incident occurred on St. Mary’s River during a routine inspection of a commercial fishing vessel.

St. Mary’s County - On November 20, 2009 at approximately 12:30 pm., the Maryland Natural Resources Police (NRP) charged James Phillip Nelson of Mechanicsville Md. with two counts of possession of unculled oysters. This incident occurred on Route 5 in Callaway, when Officers stopped Nelson’s vehicle for a routine traffic violation. Court is set for January 29, 2010 at 9:00 AM. in the St. Mary’s County, District Court.

Man shoved and hit wife, say cops

LEXINGTON PARK — According to police, on November 23, 2009, Cpl James Molitor responded to a Lexington Park residence for a report of a domestic related disturbance. Cpl Molitor’s investigation revealed Timotheus James 32 years old of Lexington Park became involved a dispute. During the dispute, James pushed his wife to the floor and struck her repeatedly in the head. James was arrested, charged with second degree assault and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Old guy had pot, say cops

CALIFORNIA — Police say that on November 24, 2009, Dfc Charles Dodson conducted a traffic stop on a 1997 Ford Escort on Shady Mile Drive in California, Maryland. During the traffic stop, Joseph Herbert 53 years old of Mechanicsville was ordered from the vehicle. After Herbert had exited, Deputy First Class Dodson recovered a quantity of suspected Marijuana (2 grams valued at $6) from the area Herbert had been. Herbert was arrested, charged with possession of Marijuana and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Woman lands car on front porch of house

PRINCE FREDERICK — Police say that On November 20 at 9:03 a.m. a 2002 Ford Explorer driven by Katie Ann Windsor, 29 of Prince Frederick, was traveling northbound on Adelina Road in Prince Frederick when her vehicle crossed the double yellow center lines and struck another car head on. The second car, a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta, was being driven by Gaye S. Thoma, 56 also of Prince Frederick. The Ford then continued across the front yard of a home on Adelina Road, damaging the yard and a flower planter, coming to rest next to the front porch. The Volkswagen spun 180 degrees and came to rest partially in the road. Both drivers were transported by the Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad to Calvert Memorial Hospital. The crash is being investigated by Sgt. Richard McCourt who can be reached at 410-535-2800.

Elderly man died when he failed to yield

CHESAPEAKE BEACH — Calvert police report that on November 20 at 11:52 in the morning Dep. Vaughn Evans responded to the scene of a motor vehicle crash. Alfred Carlton Greene, 89 of Chesapeake Beach, operating a 1988 Dodge Lancer, had been traveling eastbound on Summer City Blvd. in Chesapeake Beach making a left turn onto northbound Willows Road (Md. Rt. 261/Bayside Road) when he failed to yield the right of way to an oncoming vehicle. The second vehicle, a 2000 Toyota Tacoma, traveling southbound on Willows Road, was being driven by Shawn Harrison Reinhardt, 36 of Chesapeake Beach. The Toyota struck the Dodge on the drivers’ side door. Both drivers were transported to Prince George’s Hospital Center Trauma Unit by MSP Trooper 2 where Mr. Greene succumbed to his injuries. A passenger in the Dodge, James Jerome Greene, 55 of Chesapeake Beach, was transported via ambulance to Calvert Memorial Hospital. The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team is investigating. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cpl. Vladimir Bortchevsky at 410-535-2800 or bortchvi@co.cal.md.us.

Really dorky driver landed in house in midnight spinout

SOLOMON’S ISLAND — Calvert cops say that a really challenged driver found a new way to park in a quiet residential neighborhood. On November 22 at 12:45 a.m. a 1994 Oldsmobile, driven by Joshua Paul Blankenship, 22 of Solomons, left the roadway at the corner of Sedwick Avenue and Langley Lane in Solomons and struck a house. Mr. Blankenship was transported by ambulance to Calvert Memorial Hospital with incapacitating injuries. The crash is being investigated by the Crash Reconstruction Team. Please contact Cpl. Vladimir Bortchevsky at 410-535-2800 or bortchvi@co.cal.md.us if you have further information.


Driver failed to yield,
killed in crash
HUNTINGTOWN --- Calvert Sheriff’s deputies report that on November 18 at 6:00 p.m. units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to the intersection of Md. Rt. 4 southbound at Sheckells Road in Huntingtown for the report of a serious motor vehicle crash. Responding units quickly determined reconstructionists were needed. Members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team responded and conducted a preliminary investigation.
Police say that it was determined that a 2005 GMC Yukon had been traveling south in the slow lane of Md. Rt. 4 when a 2008 Toyota Prius failed to yield the right of way to the GMC. The Toyota was exiting Sheckells Road attempting to cross the southbound lanes to go north onto Md. Rt. 4. The GMC struck the Toyota in the driver’s side of the vehicle and both vehicles continued south on Md. Rt. 4 for a short distance. The vehicles came to rest side by side along the guardrail separating the north and southbound lanes of Md. Rt. 4.
The driver of the Toyota, Warren Taylor Beard, Jr., 51 of Huntingtown, was flown to P.G. Hospital by Trooper 7 where he succumbed to his injuries. The 14-year-old male passenger in the Toyota, also of Huntingtown, was taken to Children’s Hospital where he is listed in serious but stable condition. The driver of the GMC, David Matthew Law, 25 of Huntingtown, was treated on the scene and released. This crash is still under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact DFC Christopher Childress of the Crash Reconstruction Team at 410-535-2800.


Robbery Squad Makes Quick Work of Armed Wing Gang
WALDORF — Charles County Sheriff Rex W. Coffey said his robbery suppression plan played a major role in helping solve a citizen robbery that occurred last week in which a fast food delivery man was robbed at gunpoint by three teenagers who are all charged as adults and will make a big hit when they get to meet all of the gangsters and thugs living in the state prison.
Although the victim was not injured, the teens pointed a gun at him and threatened to hurt him if he did not cooperate, report police.
“It’s that kind of behavior we simply will not tolerate,” said Sheriff Coffey, “and it’s why we initiated this operation. Our plan includes increased patrols, strong visibility and enhanced communication. We’ve deployed officers’ normally assigned to administrative duties, utilized our crime analysis personnel to pinpoint crime trends, and placed officers in areas where they’re most needed. In the event a robbery does occur, we have officers and detectives on the scene within minutes to get information which could be vital to solving the case quickly.”

On November 17, detectives arrested Charles Dominique Williams, 16, Jonathan Elijah Savoy, 16, and Peter Royal Alfred, 18, all from Waldorf, in connection with the November 9 armed robbery of a delivery man in the 4200 block of Augusta Street. Investigation revealed the suspects called a local carryout restaurant and placed an order for delivery. The teens stood outside a house – chosen at random - and waited for the victim. Once the victim arrived, the suspects confronted him, pointed a handgun and demanded money and the food. The victim complied and the suspects fled with cash, chicken wings, subs and fries.
Officers canvassed the area and detectives interviewed the victim, obtaining descriptions of the suspects and other important information. Investigators moved forward, quickly processing evidence which ultimately led to the suspects’ identities.
All three suspects were charged as adults with armed robbery which carries a penalty of up to 15 years in jail. Further, an additional five years could be added to the sentence since a handgun was used in the commission of the crime.
 

Cops say man choked his wife

LEXINGTON PARK — According to Capt. Edward Willenborg, a Lexington Park man "chocked" his wife. On November 11, 2009, Deputy Jason Maletto responded to a residence in Lexington Park for an assault. "Deputy Maletto determined Noe H. Ponce 23 years old of Lexington Park struck his wife in the face several times and choked her" reports Capt. Willenborg.

Police say that Ponce was arrested, charged with assault and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Man’s shrimp boat didn’t come in so he went to Shoppers to steal

CALIFORNIA — Police say that when it comes to theft, no one bothers to steal sardines. But watch out for the jumbo shrimp. On November 11, 2009, Deputy Jason Maletto responded to Shoppers Food Warehouse in California, Maryland for a reported theft. Store staff observed Lloyd Owen Wenger Jr. 63, of St. Leonard attempting to leave the business without paying for several items to include bottles of sauce and a bag of frozen shrimp having a value of $52.56. Lloyd Wenger Jr. was charged on a criminal citation for theft under $100 and released pending a preliminary inquiry before the District Court of Maryland.

Cosmetics purloined, say police

CALIFORNIA — Police say that on November 11, 2009, Deputy Kristi Nelson investigated an alleged theft at the Walmart in California, Maryland. Deputy Nelson’s investigation determined Melissa Ann Messinese, 28, of Lusby attempted to exit the business without paying for various items to include cosmetics and clothing totaling $193.00.

Messinese was charged with theft under $1000 and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Woman jailed without the steaks

CALIFORNIA — St. Mary’s Sheriff’s deputies report that on November 12, 2009, Cpl David Corcoran responded to the Food Lion Store in California, Maryland for the report of a theft.

Police say Cpl Corcoran’s investigation determined Kimberly Mary-Ellen Smith, 28, of Lexington Park took four packages of steak valued at $56.31 and left the business without paying. Cpl Corcoran located Smith nearby and arrested her for theft.

Kimberly Mary-Ellen Smith was charged with theft under $100 and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Governor’s photo pal arrested on pot charge
CALIFORNIA — State Police report that on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 6:31 am, Joshua Steven Decker, 21, of Park Hall was arrested by Tpr. M. J. Pitcher for Possession of Marijuana.

Mr. Decker was operating a red Chevrolet Camaro on north bound Three Notch Road when he failed to stop for the red light at the intersection of Three Notch Road and Patuxent Beach Road in California. Tpr. Pitcher initiated the traffic stop on Three Notch Road at Mervell Dean Road. Upon contact with Mr. Decker, a distinct odor of burnt Marijuana was emitting from the vehicle. Mr. Decker was found to be in possession of a partially burnt Marijuana cigarette.

He was taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.

Decker appeared in a photo with Gov. Martin O’Malley last spring when the Governor joined Decker and others for a brew on the beach at the St. Inigoes boat ramp.

Man Charged with Forgery, Theft Scheme
CHARLOTTE HALL – State Police report that on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 8:36 am, TFC J. R. Stern responded to the PNC Bank located at 37650 Oak Station Road in Charlotte Hall for a subject being detained for passing stolen checks. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female employee who advised the suspect, Shawn Montgomery Beach, 52, of Hughesville was attempting to cash stolen checks. Mr. Beach had already cashed checks totaling over $1,400.00. He was taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was charged with uttering bad checks, theft under $100.00 and forgery. Mr. Beach was detained at the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
No License, No Problem
GREAT MILLS – Police say that on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 9:05 pm, Shane Eric Roberts, 26, of Great Mills was arrested by Tpr. N. E. Gresko on an outstanding Bench Warrant for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on November 6, 2009. The original charges were traffic related and Driving on a Suspended License. Mr. Roberts was taken into custody at a residence on Liberty Street in Lexington Park and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
Alleged Bad Ass DWI Driver Jailed
MECHANICSVILLE — State Police report that on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 3:35 pm, Robert Garry Jones, 46, of Mechanicsville was arrested by Tpr. E. J. Page on three outstanding Bench Warrants. All three warrants for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on October 29, 2009. The charges were Driving on a Suspended License, Driving without a License and Attempting to Elude Police Officer by Fleeing on foot. Also charges were for Possession of Marijuana, Possession of CDS Paraphernalia, Driving on a Suspended License and Driving with the required License and Authorization. To round things out, charges for DWI/DUI, Driving on a Suspended License and Driving without the required License and Authorization. Mr. Jones was served the warrants at the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and held pending a bond review before the Court.
Hellion snatched off school bus after temper tantrum
CALIFORNIA – Maryland State Police report that on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 3:45 pm, Tpr. N. E. Gresko responded to a 911 simulcast of a male juvenile being disorderly on a school bus at FDR Blvd and Monterey Lane in California. Upon arrival, contact was made with the bus driver who advised a 13 year old male juvenile from Lexington Park was hitting the windows and seat and failing to listen to the driver. The juvenile was taken into custody and transported to the Leonardtown Barrack where he was processed and released to his guardian pending further action by Juvenile Services.





LEXINGTON PARK --- According to Capt. Daniel Alioto, commander of the St. Mary’s County Vice Narcotics unit, detectives began an investigation into the distribution of prescription medication in a Lexington Park neighborhood after complaints about drug dealers operating in the area.
The target of the investigation emerged as Craig Wesley Norton, 38, of Lexington Park.
Police say that a Search and Seizure Warrant was obtained for Norton’s home located on Hillside Drive. Vice Narcotics Detectives were assisted by the St. Mary’s County Emergency Services Team. Once inside, Detectives located 160 Percocet pills. Suspect Norton was arrested and additional charges are pending a State’s Attorney’s Office review.

Vice Narcotics Detectives identified suspect Adriene Lydell Hebb, 31, of Leonardtown, as a distributor of cocaine. A search and Seizure Warrant was obtained and executed by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services Team. This residence, located in Hollywood, Maryland, was a distribution point for cocaine, say police.
Hebb was found to have more than $5,000 worth of cocaine as well as marijuana and firearms. Property proceeds were also seized. Suspect Hebb was originally being held on a “No Bond” status.

Alioto reports that during an undercover operation Vice Narcotics Detectives encountered Emmanuel Ezmon Fagon, 31, of Bowie, Maryland. Police say that Fagon had a large quantity of a substance he was trying to sell as cocaine. It was determined that the substance was not cocaine. Fagon was charged with “Possession of Fake with the Intent to Distribute”.

Garrick Malik Johnson, 20, of Lexington Park was arrested on an open Grand Jury Indictment for “Conspiring to Distribute Cocaine” and “Distribution of Cocaine”. Vice Narcotics Detectives identified Johnson as a cocaine distributor and purchases of cocaine were made.

Burglar cleaned out barn of auto parts
On Monday, November 2, 2009 at 10:37 am, Tpr. M. J. Pitcher responded to the 24000 block of Maypole Road in Leonardtown for the reported Theft under $1,000.00. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 50, of Leonardtown who advised between October 29 and October 30, 2009, unknown suspect(s) entered the barn and stole a car battery, fan belt, two tires (185x65x14) and a lower engine pulley. Total loss of property estimated at $330.00. The suspect(s) also damaged the hood on the green 1997 Honda Civic and the OEM Honda radio unit, total damage is $190.00. Neighborhood checks were conducted with negative results. The investigation is ongoing.

Somebody wanted their mail
GREAT MILLS – Police report that on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 11:53 am, TFC C. M. Evans responded to the Great Mills Post Office in the 20000 block of Point Lookout Road in Great Mills for the reported Malicious Destruction of a mailbox. Contact was made with the female employees of the Post Office who advised unknown suspect(s) damaged a mailbox by drilling out the lock and removing the door from its hinges. Estimated damage to the mailbox is $100.00 and the incident is still under investigation.

Cops say woman dipped in till at Target

CALIFORNIA — Police say that an unauthorized partner was discovered at a local store. St. Mary’s Sheriff’s officers report that on October 19, 2009. Dfc Jason Maletto investigated an internal theft at the Target Store in California, Maryland. The investigation determined Rynica Dickerson, a Target employee, 22, of Lexington Park stole money from a cash register over a period of several weeks totaling $1,618.00. Dickerson was arrested, charged with theft and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending a hearing before the District Court Commissioner.

Kid punched, man arrested

ST. INIGOES — Police report that on October 20, 2009, Dfc Keith Moritz investigated a reported assault which occurred at a residence in St. Inigoes. James Wayne Murphy, 44, of St. Inigoes punched a 17 year old male. Murphy was arrested, charged with second degree assault and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

The utility pole jumped out in the road in front of him

On October 21, 2009, Cpl Deborah Milam responded to Maddox Road at Longview Beach for a report of a vehicle striking a pole. During Cpl Milam’s investigation, she determined the vehicle operator, Michael Williams, 43, of Waldorf was impaired. Further investigation resulted in the discovery of suspected liquid PCP inside the vehicle. Williams was arrested, charged with Driving While Impaired and possession of a controlled dangerous substance.

No arrest for shoplifting: A Grey Goose Trip to Hotel St. Mary’s avoided by signing citation

LEXINGTON PARK — Police report that on October 21, 2009, St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Deputy Matthew Rogers investigated a theft from McKays in Lexington Park. Police say that Dep Rogers investigation determined Oliver Smith, 23, of Great Mills removed merchandise (bottle of Vodka) from the business without paying. Smith, who had fled the business prior to Deputy Roger’s arrival was located nearby. Smith was charged on a criminal citation for Theft.

Gunfire on the Patuxent! 　

HOLLYWOOD — According to Maryland State Police Sgt. Jeff Jones, police were called after a man allegedly shot at two men on a boat in the waters of the Patuxent River in front of his shoreline.

On 10/22/09 at approximately 10:30 am, the Department of Natural Resources Police contacted the MSP Leonardtown Barrack in regards to a shooting that took place on the pier of a residence located at 43324 Riverside Dr., Hollywood, MD at 8 am.

 John Linwood Trossbach Jr. and Nicholas Steven Clarke told police that they were boating in the Patuxent River approximately 500 to 1000 yards off shore of the above residence.

The suspect, Brian Egan Dalsey, 47, from the above address was observed standing on the pier brandishing a black handgun. The victims observed Dalsey firing into the water at approximately 20 feet off the pier. A brief verbal altercation took placed between the victims and Dalsey. As the victims were driving away from Dalsey he jumped into a boat located near the pier and began to drive towards the victims.

Dalsey approached the victims in his boat and again, pointed a small black handgun at them demanding that they leave.

Dalsey fled the scene prior to the arrival of law enforcement.

Later the same day BCI detectives executed two search and warrants at the above residence.

That evening, Dalsey was located at his residence and was taken into custody. He was transported to the St. Mary’s County Bureau of Criminal Investigations for questioning. He was later transported to the County Detention Center. He was served with an open warrant, charging him with two counts of 1st degree assault. Dalsey is incarcerated pending a hearing with the District Court Commissioner.

It’s the Christmas Stealing Season at the Mall in Waldorf!
 

The Mall in Waldorf is busy putting up decorations and shoppers are looking for sales and when they take a short break for lunch, they let their guards down and become victims of the lowlife cockroaches who lurk in every corner.

Charles County Sheriff’s spokesman Diane Richardson reports that on Oct. 21 at 1:54 p.m., officers responded to the food court at the St. Charles Town Center for the report of a theft in progress.

Investigation revealed two women were seated at separate tables eating lunch when an unknown suspect ran past each table and grabbed their purses. He ran down the corridor and into the parking lot.

A witness ran after the suspect and grabbed hold of him at a nearby business. The suspect broke free, dropping one of the stolen purses. Responding officers observed the suspect running through a neighborhood and gave chase on foot but lost sight of him as he entered a wooded area near Chestnut Street.

Officers canvassed the area and located the victims’ wallets, cell phones and other items. No one was injured.

The suspect is described as a black male in his late teens, thin build, and short hair. At the time of the theft, he was wearing a white polo style shirt, a gray t-shirt, and dark pants. Anyone with information is asked to call the Charles County Sheriff’s Office at (301) 932-2222. Officer D. Major is investigating.

Repo Man Didn’t Have a Gun; Mugged by Gang in Bad Hood
 

LEXINGTON PARK --- Police say that on October 15, 2009 at approximately 1130 p.m., a 29-year-old male from Prince Frederick, Maryland was attempting to locate a vehicle he was repossessing in the area of Hilton Drive in Lexington Park.
The victim was confronted by three black males in their late teens or early twenties, wearing black hooded pullovers and two with black ball caps.
The three suspects began hitting the victim and attempted to get his wallet.
The victim fought back possibly injuring one of the assailants.
All three suspects then fled into a wooded area. St. Mary’s County BCI detectives are investigating the incident and ask anyone with information contact them at (301) 475-4200 ext. 1963.
 

Boatload of Baloney Lands Man in Slammer

– HOLLYWOOD — State Police report that on Thursday, October 1, 2009 at 8:06 pm, TFC R. B. Rezza responded to the 43000 block of Sunny Ridge Lane in Hollywood for the reported Assault. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 45, of Hollywood. He advised he had gotten off his boat at the Joy Point Marina in California and was attempting to leave the area when he was approached by the suspect, Matthew William Briscoe (aka: Richard Thomas Kozek), 47, of California. An argument ensued over the suspect’s dog.

The victim was pushed to the ground and the suspect grabbed a wood splitting maul and threatened the victim with it. The victim went home where he reported the incident to the Maryland State Police.

TFC Rezza interviewed a male witness, 53, of Loveville who confirmed the victim’s story. TFC Rezza and TFC Moore went to the suspect’s residence and interviewed him about the incident. The suspect identified himself as Matthew William Briscoe, 47, of California but could not produce any identification. Mr. Briscoe was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was fingerprinted and was identified by the FBI as Richard Thomas Kozek of Florida.

Mr. Kozek provided false identity to avoid apprehension as Mr. Kozek had two outstanding open warrants in Florida which were both CDS related Trafficking and Cultivation of Cannabis.

Mr. Kozek is being held in the St. Mary’s County Detention pending his appearance before the court on the charges of Assault 2nd Degree, Open/Carry Deadly Weapon, False Statement to Police Officer and Hindering Police Investigation. Florida will Extradite Mr. Kozek from Maryland once local charges have been satisfied.

Old Guy Was the Hand Behind the Drug Stash

LEONARDTOWN --- Almost a year later, police now say tha t on November 8th, 2008 St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies conducted a vehicle stop on Three Notch Road and Laurel Grove Road.

During the course of that vehicle stop a significant amount of cocaine was recovered.

The case was forwarded to Vice Narcotics for a case review with State’s Attorney Richard D. Fritz.

At the direction of the State’s Attorney further investigation was requested.

Vice Narcotics Detectives found that the cocaine was in fact placed inside the victim’s vehicle by suspect Benedict Ignatius Clarke aka "Dick" (Age 72 of Hollywood, Maryland).

The case is still under investigation and no further information will be released at this time

Really bad breath and Oxycodone…and booze!
CALLAWAY – State Police report that on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at 11:46 pm, Tpr. G. A. Thompson observed a black Ford F-150 traveling sound bound Point Lookout Road in Callaway exceeding the posted speed limit. The vehicle turned onto Piney Point Road and then turned into the Callaway Center and drove to the rear of Food Lion where the vehicle was stopped. Contact was made with the driver, David Wayne Howell, 41, of Leonardtown as he exited the vehicle. A strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was emitting from his breath. Mr. Howell was placed under arrest after completing the field sobriety tests in an unsatisfactory manner. Mr. Howell was found to be in possession of an Oxycodone pill. Mr. Howell was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending his bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
DWI and to hell with the Court
LEONARDTOWN – Police say that on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 5:15 pm, Josh Mark Stafford, 23, of Lusby was arrested by Tpr. N. E. Gresko on an outstanding Bench Warrant for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on October 2, 2009. The original charges are Driving on a Suspended License and DUI/DWI. Mr. Stafford turned himself in at the Leonardtown Barracks and was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
More trouble for Adkins
HOLLYWOOD – State Police report that on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 6:45 pm, Larry Wayne Adkins, Jr. 25, of Hollywood was arrested by Tpr. N. E. Gresko on an outstanding Circuit Court Warrant for Failing to Follow Conditions of Probation. The original charge was possession of a handgun. Mr. Adkins was taken into custody at his residence in Hollywood and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending his court appearance.


Dirty Dealing Gang Rob Man in

Woods Behind Liquor Store

LEXINGTON PARK (Oct. 7, 2009) --- Police report that on October 7^th at approximately 12:10 am, a 41 year old male victim, from Lexington Park was solicited by a known female, to purchase alcohol for her, when he was walking on Great Mills Road in Lexington Park. 

Police say that the two then walked to the Sign of the Whale Liquor store, through a foot path in the woods, where he purchased her the alcohol. 

When the pair re-entered the path, four black males assaulted the victim by kicking, punching   and knocking him to the ground. They removed money and other items from his pockets. The female and four males then fled on foot. St. Mary’s County BCI detectives are currently investigating the incident.



St. Mary's Deputy Michael Campbell collars two soda pop bandits.
ST. MARY'S TODAY photo

Waldorf Men Nabbed by Police in

Soda Pop Machine Break-ins

MECHANICSVILLE --- Police report that on October 2, 2009, a lookout was broadcast for a Ford Explorer with Virginia registration.  The occupants of the vehicle were just involved in a break in and theft from a coca cola machine located at Performance Custom Motorcycle in Mechanicsville, Maryland. 

Deputy Campbell observed and stopped the suspect vehicle.  Investigation and probable cause search revealed a crowbar in the vehicle. 

The cola machine was pried open.  The occupants of the vehicle were identified as Wayne Edward Brengle 37 of Waldorf, Maryland and Scott Christopher Beal 36 of Waldorf, Maryland.  Brengle and Beal were arrested and charged with theft under $1,000 and destruction of property. 

A short time later a second cola machine at Ridgell Service Center in Mechanicsville, Maryland was also discover broken into.  The investigation revealed Brengle and Beal were also involved in this destruction of property and theft. 

Brengle and Beal were additionally charged with Theft under $100, Destruction of Property over $500 and Destruction of property scheme. 


Out of town trailer rustler nabbed
CLEMENTS — St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Capt. Terry Black reports that on October 1, 2009 at 9:02 P.M. Cpl. E. Johnson initiated a vehicle stop on a vehicle towing a trailer with no registration displayed in Clements, Maryland. A subsequent check of the trailer vehicle identification number revealed the trailer had been stolen in North Carolina. The operator of the vehicle, Brice L. Smith, age 31 of Conway, South Carolina was placed under arrest, charged with Theft over $1,000 and incarcerated in the Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

 

The Tale of Two-Store Shoplifting

CALIFORNIA --- Police say that on October 2, 2009, Deputy M. Green responded to Lowes Home Center in California, Maryland for a report of a theft. 

Police say that their investigation revealed Joanna Louise Gibson, 21 of Fairfax, Virginia entered Lowes, removed items from the store shelves and placed them into her purse.  Gibson walked past all points of payment and exited the store without paying for the items. 

As Lowes’ Loss Prevention Officer attempted to catch up with Gibson after she exited Lowes, he witnessed Gibson enter Michael’s Arts & Crafts. 

Gibson allegedly removed items from the shelves from Michael’s Arts and Crafts, placed them into her pursed and exited the store without paying for the item.  Gibson was stopped by the Loss Prevention Officer outside of Michaels Arts and Crafts.  Gibson was arrested and charged with two counts of theft under $100.00.

Slapping ends in slammer time

CALIFORNIA --- On October 3, 2009, deputies responded to the Wal-Mart store in California, Maryland for a report of an assault.  Investigation revealed Christopher Van Harlow, 58 of Lexington Park, Maryland was engaged in a verbal dispute with the victim, which escalated into a physical assault when Harlow slapped the victim in the face.  Harlow was arrested and charged with second-degree assault.

Fleet-footed Drug Dealer Found by Trooper
CALIFORNIA – On Friday, September 25, 2009 at 12:41 am, TFC M. B. Adams initiated a traffic stop on Three Notch Road south of Town Creek Drive in California for an equipment violation. The driver, Robert Anthony Robinson, 49, of Lexington Park was contacted and exited the vehicle and fled on foot. A short time later, Mr. Robinson was apprehended and placed under arrest. He was found to be in possession of five small plastic bags of Marijuana, a partially burnt cigarette containing Marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Mr. Robinson was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.

Midnight Building Supply: the case of five stolen boxes of siding
LEXINGTON PARK – Police Report that on Friday, September 25, 2009 at 7:41 am, TFC C. M. Evans responded to the 46000 block of Pembrooke Street in Lexington Park for the reported Theft. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 53, of Saint Leonard. Five boxes of vinyl siding were delivered to a construction site on September 24th at 1:00 pm. Upon return the next morning, it was discovered that the five boxes of Carolina Beaded, color is Desert Tan were stolen from the construction site. The estimated loss is value at $200.00 per box, totaling a $1,000.00. The investigation continues and neighborhood checks are being conducted.
Hickory, Dickery, Dockery, her mouth ran out the clock
LEXINGTON PARK — State Police report that on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at 12:36 am, Tpr. N. E. Gresko responded to the 21000 block of Liberty Street in Lexington Park for the reported Disturbance. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 25, of Lexington Park. He advised he was assaulted by Dahomy Reunite Dockery, 23, also of Lexington Park. Upon contact with Ms. Dockery, a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was emitting from her breath and she was yelling and screaming obscenities at both the police and victim. She was taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
 

Cat Squad Cutting Up Parked Vehicles

OWINGS (Sept. 21, 2009) --- The Cat Squad is back in force in Calvert County. Unknown suspects cut the catalytic converters off of four vehicles that were parked outside of B& D Truck and Auto on Investment Court in Owings.  The theft, valued at $1600, occurred in the early morning hours of September 18.  Please contact Lt. Steve Jones of CIT at 410-535-2800 ext. 2462 if you have further information.


Bop in the mouth, baseball bat and a silver knife
LEXINGTON PARK --- Police report that on September 12, 2009 Deputy T. Seyfried responded to Lexington Park Ford for a report of a fight in progress.  Upon arrival Dep. Seyfried met with the victim who reported he was in a verbal altercation with Joseph Wade Barnes, 47 of Lexington Park, Maryland.  The verbal altercation became physical when Barnes punched the victim in the mouth.  Barnes then brandished a silver pocket knife and threatened the victim.  The victim fled.  Barnes retrieved a metal baseball bat and pursed the victim.  The victim was able to flee from Barnes and contacted the Sheriff’s Office to report the assault.  Barnes was still on location when Deputy Seyfried arrived.  Barnes was interviewed, arrested and charged with first and second degree assault.

Boozing driver fought cop

MECHANICSVILLE ---  Police report that on September 12, 2009 Raymond Louis Holt, Jr., 44 of Mechanicsville, Maryland was operating a vehicle and was observed by Deputy H. Allen committing a traffic violation.  Deputy Allen attempted stopped Holt’s vehicle be initiating the emergency equipment on her marked St. Mary’s County Sheriffs Office cruiser but Holt refused to stop.  Holt abruptly stopped his vehicle and fled on foot.  Deputy Allen gave chase and apprehended Holt.  As Deputy Allen was attempting to handcuff Holt he refused to submit and tried to pull away from Deputy Allen.  Deputy Allen was able to subdue and handcuff Holt.  Holt was charged with driving while intoxicated, fleeing and eluding and resisting arrest. 

Crack Pipe Pair
AVENUE – Police report that on Saturday, September 5, 2009 at 10:30 am, Paul Kenneth Plymire 3rd, 24, of Mechanicsville and William Earl Clinton, 31, of Abell were arrested by Cpl. J. L. Linger for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Possession of CDS Paraphernalia. Cpl. Linger observed a brown Pontiac Grand Am on Colton Point Road and Waterloo Circle in Avenue and stopped it for an equipment violation. Mr. Plymire was found to be in possession of a glass CDS smoking device with Marijuana and he was charged accordingly. He was also issued an Safety Equipment Repair Order for the tinted windows. Mr. Clinton was found to be in possession of a plastic baggie containing Cocaine. Mr. Clinton was charged accordingly and both were transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where they were held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
Woman charged as cat burglar in wedding ring theft
LEXINGTON PARK – State Police report that on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at 1:59 pm, TFC D. S. Brill responded to the 21000 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park for the reported Theft over $500.00. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, 52, of Great Mills. She advised unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and stole the victim’s purse. Items stolen were a black Razor cellular phone valued at $100.00, several credit cards, a music CD valued at $15.00, brown wallet, valued at $10.00, black purse valued at $30.00 a diamond wedding ring and gold band valued at $7,500.00 and $500.00 in cash. Total loss is estimated at $8,165.00. Neighborhood checks were conducted and a suspect was identified. TFC Brill and TFC E. Evans responded to the suspect’s residence in the 45000 block of Foxchase Drive in Great Mills. The suspect, Paulette Daisy Fisher, 52, of Great Mills was located. TFC Brill recovered everything except for the wedding ring and gold band and the $500.00 cash. The recovered property was returned to the victim. Ms. Fisher was taken into custody and to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
 

Man refused to hand over captured burglar to cops, is arrested

LEXINGTON PARK --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s spokesman DFC. Cindy Allen reports that on September 12, 2009 Deputies responded to a residence of Briar Patch Lane in Lexington Park, Maryland for a report of a Burglary in progress. 

Upon arrival Deputies found David Norman Bell, 30 of Solomons, Maryland holding Tyler Richard Tennille, 29 of Calient, Nevada down on the ground outside of the victim’s residence.  Deputies instructed Bell to get up off of Tennille, as they were on the scene and attempting to investigate the circumstance. 

The deputies told Bell they could control Tennille while they were conducting their investigation.  Bell refused and continued to hold Tennille down.  Deputies again explained to Bell they would control Tennille, and he (Bell) needed to get up so they could speak to them to determine what was going on.  Bell again refused, had to be physically removed from Tennille. 

Once removed Bell continued to try to advance on Tennille and refused to obey the Deputy request to stand back.  Bell told the Deputies “I don’t have to listen to you.”  Bell was arrested for obstruction of justice and hindering an investigation.  Further investigation revealed Tennille was extremely intoxicated and forced his way into the victim’s residence believing it was his residence. 

Once escorted from the residence, Tennille continued to attempt to reenter the victim’s residence by banging his shoulder against and kicking the door.  Tennille was arrested and charged with fourth degree burglary.      

Getting College Career Started Right With New Bong and Drug Charges
ST. MARY’S CITY --- Police report that on September 2, 2009, Deputies R. Nielson and H. Allen were patrolling Trinity Church Road in St. Mary’s City, Maryland conducting a patrol check.
The deputies walked to the beach area of the property and observed two individuals attempting to walk away.
As the deputies approached, they observed Kevin Richard Paul, 19 of Frederick, Maryland drop and object on the ground by his feet.
Deputy Nielson retrieved the object, which was identified a smoking device containing suspected marijuana.
Further investigation revealed Joseph Ellsworth Clemens, 20 of Keedysville, Maryland was in possession of a controlled dangerous substance (suspected marijuana). Paul and Clemens were arrested and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (marijuana) and possession of a controlled dangerous substance paraphernalia.



Showing Shortcomings
LEXINGTON PARK — Police say that on September 2, 2009, Deputy M. Worrey responded to Lancaster Park in Lexington Park, Maryland for a report of an individual exposing himself. Investigation revealed Kenneth Paul Stone, 34 of no fixed address was standing in Lancaster Park completely nude exposing himself to citizens bike riding in the park. Stone was located, identified, arrested and charged with indecent exposure.


Peeping Eddie had short fuse in cop car; long life of alcohol abuse bouncing around homeless shelters and VA hospitals

HOLLYWOOD --- On September 4, 2009 at 9:37 P.M. Deputies responded to a residence in Hollywood, Maryland for the report of a subject peering into windows of the victim’s residence.  Deputies were able to locate the suspect, Edward A. Deane, age 49, hiding in the woods to the rear of the residence. 
Upon being placed under arrest Deane became combative and a short struggle ensued.  Deane was placed in the rear of the police unit where he attempted to kick the rear window out of the vehicle.  Deane was transported to the Detention Center, charged with Trespassing, Resisting Arrest, Property Destruction and incarcerated pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.
On a DWI conviction, Deane was given an 18 month sentence in jail and was allowed parole for participation in an alcohol program at Jude House, which didn't work out and then was allowed to participate in an alcohol program at the Veterans Administration in October of 2008.
In 2007, while a resident of the Three Oaks Shelter, Dean was found guilty in Charles County of possession of alcohol in public and fined $1 with the fine and court costs suspended.
While living at the Three Oaks Shelter in Lexington Park in 2006, Deane was charged with burglary and charges against him were dropped.
In November of 2008, Deane was charged with trespassing and upon being found guilty, was given 90 days in jail with 89 days suspended.
While a resident of Lighthouse Mission on Beachwood Lane in Hollywood, Md., Deane was charged on June 27, 2009 with destruction of property and disorderly conduct in Anne Arundel County by the Maryland State Police.
In 1997, charges of assault were dropped against Deane after being arrested by St. Mary's Deputy Diane Thompson.
In 1997 in Baltimore, apparently before he was shipped to the Three Oaks Homeless Shelter in Lexington Park, Deane was charged with burglary and the charges were put on the stet docket.
Dean served 29 days of 90 sentence in Washington County for trespass while a resident of the Veterans Administration hospital at Martinsburg, W. Va.

Alcohol is his friend; 2 times breaking into home earned man room at Hotel St. Mary's

PARK HALL (Sept. 7, 2009) The Postman knocks twice but sometimes, so do drunken burglars. Police say that on September 5, 2009 at 4:59 A.M. deputies responded to a report of a Burglary in Progress in Park Hall, Maryland.  Investigation revealed Patrick B. Zelinski, age 25, of Silver Springs, Maryland was intoxicated and entered the victim’s home though a rear door.  Zelinski was confronted by the victim and fled the residence.
A short time later Zelinski returned to the residence and entered through the front door and was again confronted by the victim. 
Zelinski advised the victim he was sorry and left the residence. 
Zelinski was located on the front porch of the victim’s residence and placed under arrest, charged with 2 counts of Burglary and incarcerated in the Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Who might that be late on a Midsummer Night at the College?

ST. MARY'S CITY (Sept. 7, 2009) --- Police report that on September 7, 2009 at 2:32 A.M. Deputy M. Boyer responded to St. Mary’s College for the report of a subject trespassing on school property after being served a Notice Not to Trespass.  College Public Safety Officer, M. Colvin confronted Alan R. Dobson, age 18, of Leonardtown after Dobson was observed in the area.  Dobson provided a false name to Colvin and was placed under arrest.  Dobson was charged with Trespass on Private Property and incarcerated in the Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Drugs hidden in woman's bra for taking into jail

MECHANICSVILLE --- Capt. Terry Black reports that on September 6, 2009 during a search of Cecelia A. Marshall, age 45, of Mechanicsville, Maryland, Correctional Officer A. Holton discovered CDS in the bra of Marshall. Marshall had entered the St. Mary's Detention Center following sentencing on an unrelated matter in District Court.  Marshall was charged with Possession of CDS – Not Marijuana, Possess Contraband in a Place of Confinement, Removing the Label on a Controlled Prescription Bottle. 

Pot Packing Pedestrian
DUNKIRK --- On August 19, 2009 at 11:00 p.m., Trooper First Class Merkelson stopped to check the welfare of a pedestrian on the shoulder of southbound Rt. 4, south of Rt. 260 in Dunkirk. Anthony J. Sellers, Jr., 37 of Chesapeake Beach, was found to be in possession of marijuana. He was arrested and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center for processing.

Theft from Vehicle:
On August 20, 2009 at 5:07 p.m., Trooper Cavill responded to the 600 block of Lisa Lane, Lusby, for a reported theft. Unknown suspect(s) had removed a GPS and Radar Detection Unit from the victim’s vehicle.

Theft:
On August 21, 2009 at 1:52 p.m., Trooper Saucerman responded to the 3000 block of Warren Gibson Rd., Huntingtown, for a reported theft. Unknown suspect(s) had stolen several pieces of lawn equipment from the victim’s trailer.


Theft of Tags:
On August 23, 2009 at 6:30 p.m., Trooper Lewis responded to Mason Rd., Prince Frederick, for a reported theft. Unknown suspect(s) had removed the Maryland Registration tags 5EHS40 from the victim’s vehicle.
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Theft of Heat Pump:
On August 24, 2009 at 6:30 a.m., Trooper Saucerman responded to a business in the 9800 block of Old Solomons Island Rd., Owings, for a reported theft of a heat pump. A Carrier heat pump had been taken from the side of the building.

Theft:
On August 24, 2009 at 3:24 p.m., Trooper First Class Greggs responded to the Office Building at 130 Hospital Rd., Prince Frederick, for a reported theft. The manager of the office where the theft occurred stated that unknown suspect(s) had removed cash from a small lock box. Investigation continues.

Theft of Motorcycles:
On August 24, 2009 at 8:00 p.m., Trooper First Class Lass responded to the 11400 block of H. G. Trueman Rd., Lusby, for a reported theft of two motorcycles. A Kawasaki KLX110 green/white motorcycle and a Yamaha TTR125 blue/white with missing back fender had been removed from the back yard of the residence by unknown suspect(s).
Punk charged with stabbing at track
BUDDS CREEK — Police report that on August 21, 2009, Deputies responded to Potomac Speedway in Mechanicsville for a report of an assault. Investigation revealed a 15 year old, juvenile male from Chesapeake Beach, Maryland was involved in a verbal altercation with the victim, which escalated into a physical fight. The juvenile produced a knife and stabbed the victim. The juvenile was located, arrested and charged with first and second-degree assault.
Serial Caller Will Get Mail in Jail
LEONARDTOWN — St. Mary’s Sheriff’s officers report that on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to Liberty Street in Lexington Park, Maryland for a conservator of the peace call. Investigation revealed JL (no middle name) Skinner, 28 of California, Maryland had been served, as a respondent, with a Protective Order on March 10, 2009. The Protective Order was still active. JL Skinner was ordered not to have any contact with the petitioner of the order. Investigation revealed Skinner had attempted to contact the petitioner several times by telephone and in person on August 22, 2009. Skinner was arrested and charged with violating the conditions of the Protective Order.
Aiming Gun Nets Charges
HOLLYWOOD — Police say that on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to a residence of JD Way in Hollywood, Maryland for a report of a domestic disturbance. Investigation revealed Jeffrey Scott Boyce, Sr. 43 of Hollywood, Maryland was involved in a verbal dispute with the victim. The dispute escalated when Boyce pointed a long gun towards the victim. Boyce was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment.
Bucks Fighting Over Doe Used Pipe
PARK HALL — According to St. Mary’s Sheriff's spokesman DFC Cindy Allen, on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to a residence in Garrett Trailer Park, Park Hall, Maryland for a report of an assault. Investigation revealed James Walter Wheeler, Jr. 20 of Dameron, Maryland and Carroll Leon Alvey, 20 of Lexington Park, Maryland tricked the victim into meeting them at Cooks Liquor Store, which is located just outside of the trailer Park. Wheeler and Alvey then assaulted the victim by striking him in the head with a pipe. Alvey was upset because the victim was dating a former girlfriend of his. Both Alvey and Wheeler were arrested and charged with first and second-degree assault.
Customer’s wallet stolen after test drive of new car
PRINCE FREDERICK — State Police report that on August 22, 2009 at 2:57 p.m., Trooper First Class Bowling responded to the Bayside Chevrolet/Toyota on Solomon’s Island Rd., Pr. Frederick, for a reported theft. While test driving a vehicle, the victim had placed his wallet in the center console. Upon returning to the dealership to complete the necessary paperwork, the wallet had been removed. Investigation revealed Jeffrey A. Nalls, Jr., 18 of Port Republic, took the item and after removing the cash, had discarded the wallet in a storm drain. The cash and the wallet were recovered. Charges against Nalls are pending.

Sobriety Checkpoint
CLEMENTS --- State Police report that they last week held a Sobriety Checkpoint was conducted on Budds Creek Road in the area of Bayside Road in Clements. A total of 205 vehicles were stopped in the checkpoint, 2 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence at the checkpoint, 1 additional driver was arrested for driving under the influence by an observation unit after a traffic stop for an illegal U turn.
Harper heavy hitter in a fight
LEXINGTON PARK -- On August 26, 2009, deputies responded to a residence on Aspen Way in Lexington Park for a report of an assault. Investigation revealed Javonnie Kimberly Harper, 25 of Lexington Park was engaged in a verbal dispute with the victim, which escalated into a physical assault when Harper struck the victim several times. Harper was arrested and charged with second-degree assault.
Barnes says hooey to Judge’s order
GREAT MILLS --- Sheriff’s officers report that on February 17, 2009, Judge Cathy Serrette issued a Protective Order, ordering no contact between Shadreka Kamya Barnes, 18 of no fixed address and the petitioner of the order. The Protective Order was served on Shadreka Barnes and is currently in effect. On August 26, 2009, deputies responded to the Sheetz located in Great Mills, Maryland for a report of a fight in progress. Investigation revealed Shadreka Barnes had assaulted the victim and was in violation of the February 17, 2009 Protective Order. Barnes was arrested and charged with second-degree assault and violation of a Protective Order.
Stuffing cigars with pot for fun and profit
CALLAWAY --- State Police report that on Monday, August 17, 2009 at 12:56 pm, Sarah Elizabeth Gibson, 23, of Mechanicsville and Billy Dale Jackle, 28, of Lexington Park were arrested by Tpr. N. E. Gresko for Possession of Marijuana. Gibson was operating a black Ford Bronco on Point Lookout Road when she was stopped for an equipment violation at Piney Point Road in Callaway. While speaking with Gibson an odor of burnt Marijuana was detected emitting from her clothing. Both Gibson and Jackle were found to be in possession of two Marijuana cigars and a small baggie of Marijuana. Both subjects were taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where they were held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.

Burglar buddies traveling in Lexus nailed by cops
On Aug. 19 at 3:50 p.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the 15000 block of Potomac River Drive in Cobb Island for a burglary in progress. According to a witness, the suspects were observed removing an air conditioning unit from a window and enter the house. Upon arrival, officers were given a description of the suspects who fled in a dark gray Lexus.
Responding officers observed the car on Rock Point Road heading toward Crain Highway and initiated a traffic stop.
The occupants, Anthony Acqua, 20, of Yowaiski Mill Road in Country Lakes in Mechanicsville; Jonathan Edward Delozier, 21, of Terry Drive in Port Tobacco, and Kevin Wayne Mullins, 20 of White Plains, were arrested and charged with first-degree burglary. Officers D. Behm, D. Bell and Sgt. P. Gregory made the arrests.
On August 11th, St. Mary’s States Attorney Richard Fritz dropped burglary, theft and malicious destruction of property charges against Delozier, according to court records.
On August 26th, Delozier is set for trial on four counts of theft in Charles County after being arrested in March.
Burglars rack up goodies from cars at St. Mary’s Landing Apartments
LEXINGTON PARK — Police report that on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at 10:30 am, Tpr. B. Wiesemann responded to the 46000 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park for the reported Malicious Destruction of Property. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, 24, of Lexington Park. Unknown suspect(s) had ripped the convertible top on her tan 2002 Chrysler Sebring and there were several dents in the passenger door. Neighborhood checks were conducted with negative results.
On Sunday, August 2, 2009 at 2:30 pm, TFC D. S. Brill responded to the 46000 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park for the reported theft from motor vehicle. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, 24, of Lexington Park who advised during the night unknown suspect(s) broke into the victim’s blue 2004 Ford Explorer stealing a prescription medication, $960.00 in currency and a GPS system valued at $100.00.
Burglar cleans out $700 from purse
LEONARDTOWN – Maryland State Police report that on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 4:00 pm, TFC J. G. Fleetwood responded to the 24000 block of Maypole Road in Leonardtown for the reported Theft over $500.00. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, 73, of Leonardtown who advised unknown subject entered her residence between July 21, 2009 and August 11, 2009 and stole approximately $700.00 cash from a purse inside the residence. The investigation continues.
Burglars walk off with cash register
INDIAN HEAD — Charles Sheriff’s officers report that on Aug. 13 at 7:54 a.m., officers responded to Subway in the 4600 block of Indian Head Highway in Indian Head for the report of a burglary. Investigation revealed unknown suspects broke a window to gain entry. As officers checked the shop, they noticed the back door to Gina’s - an adjacent business - had been forced open. The owner responded and advised his cash register had been stolen. Nothing was stolen from Subway. Officer S. Davis is investigating.
Chain gang works over tow trucks
WALDORF — Police say that on Aug. 17 at 8:57 a.m., officers responded to Myers Auto Service at 11710 Pika Drive in Waldorf for the report of a burglary. Unknown suspects gained entry into the fenced storage lot and stole tow chains from three different tow trucks. The suspects also stole items from several other vehicles that were in the lot. The scene was processed for evidence. Officer J. Walter is investigating.
Burglars couldn’t eat just one
WALDORF — Police say that a midnight snack attack motivated a burglar to break into a store. On Aug. 15 at 2:50 a.m., officers received an intrusion alarm at Moreland’s Country Store at 14950 Woodville Road in Waldorf. Upon arrival, officers observed the glass on the front door had been broken out. Once inside, the suspect stole three bags of potato chips then fled. Officer M. Rodriguez is investigating.
Loud and wild woman hurled hock on cop
PARK HALL — – Police report that on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at 4:36 pm, Cheryl Ann Kaspar, 45, of Edgewater was arrested by Tpr. G. A. Thompson for Assault on a Police Officer. Tpr. Thompson responded to Point Lookout Road and Park Hall Road in Park Hall to assist Deputy Nielson on a traffic stop. Once on the scene, Ms. Kaspar became disorderly. Tpr. Thompson ordered Ms. Kaspar to calm down and stop yelling. She spit on Tpr. Thompson and was arrested for Assault 2nd Degree on a Police Officer. Ms. Kaspar was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.


Clerk charged with theft from store
MECHANICSVILLE — Maryland State Police report that on Friday, August 7, 2009 at 4:00 pm, Tpr. M. J. Pitcher responded to the Burch Mart located at 28270 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville for the reported Theft. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, who advised she had completed an audit for the past 60 days and discovered that Patricia Michelle Elder, 19, of Mechanicsville was stealing money from the establishment for the past two months. Ms. Elder was taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was incarcerated pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner. She was charged with Theft over $500.00 and Theft Scheme over $500.00
Driver unimpressed by DWI convictions
LEONARDTOWN – Maryland State Police report that on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at 5:00 am, Jose Luis Turcios, Jr., 29, of Hyattsville was arrested by Tpr. J. Gibson. Mr. Turcios had two outstanding Bench Warrants for Failing to Appear in the District Court in Montgomery County on November 23, 2006. The original charge was Driving While Intoxicated. The second Bench Warrant issued by the District Court in Montgomery County on October 23, 2006. The original charge was Failing to Follow Conditions of Probation for DWI. Mr. Turcios was taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
No driver’s license, no problem
LEONARDTOWN – Police say that on Monday, August 10, 2009 at 7:52 am, Thomas Dale Nelson, 31, of Leonardtown was arrested by Tpr. R. L. Jackson on an outstanding Bench Warrant for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on August 4, 2009. The original charge was Driving on a Suspended and Revoked Driver’s License. Mr. Nelson turned himself in at the Leonardtown Barrack where he was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.

Punk charged with stabbing at track

BUDDS CREEK --- Police report that on August 21, 2009, Deputies responded to Potomac Speedway in Mechanicsville for a report of an assault.  Investigation revealed a 15 year old, juvenile male from Chesapeake Beach, Maryland was involved in a verbal altercation with the victim, which escalated into a physical fight.  The juvenile produced a knife and stabbed the victim.  The juvenile was located, arrested and charged with first and second-degree assault.

Serial Caller Will Get Mail in Jail

LEONARDTOWN --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s officers report that on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to Liberty Street in Lexington Park, Maryland for a conservator of the peace call.  Investigation revealed JL (no middle name) Skinner, 28 of California, Maryland had been served, as a respondent, with a Protective Order on March 10, 2009.  The Protective Order was still active.  JL Skinner was ordered not to have any contact with the petitioner of the order.  Investigation revealed Skinner had attempted to contact the petitioner several times by telephone and in person on August 22, 2009.  Skinner was arrested and charged with violating the conditions of the Protective Order.

Aiming Gun Nets Charges

HOLLYWOOD --- Police say that on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to a residence of JD Way in Hollywood, Maryland for a report of a domestic disturbance.  Investigation revealed Jeffrey Scott Boyce, Sr. 43 of Hollywood, Maryland was involved in a verbal dispute with the victim.  The dispute escalated when Boyce pointed a long gun towards the victim.  Boyce was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment.

Bucks Fighting Over Doe Used Pipe

PARK HALL --- According to St. Mary’s Sheriff’’s spokesman DFC Cindy Allen, on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to a residence in Garrett Trailer Park, Park Hall, Maryland for a report of an assault.  Investigation revealed James Walter Wheeler, Jr. 20 of Dameron, Maryland and Carroll Leon Alvey, 20 of Lexington Park, Maryland tricked the victim into meeting them at Cooks Liquor Store, which is located just outside of the trailer Park.  Wheeler and Alvey then assaulted the victim by striking him in the head with a pipe.  Alvey was upset because the victim was dating a former girlfriend of his.  Both Alvey and Wheeler were arrested and charged with first and second-degree assault.

Three Punks Pounced on Victim, Stole Phone, say Cops

WALDORF (Aug. 25, 2009) --- Charles County Sheriff’s officers have identified and arrested a 17-year old Waldorf male and a 16-year-old male from Brandywine in connection with a robbery and assault that occurred on June 7 on St. Thomas Drive. During the robbery, the suspects assaulted the victim and stole his cell phone. A warrant has been obtained for a third suspect, Francis Jerome Butler, 25, of Waldorf. All three suspects face charges of robbery and first-degree assault. Officer Wimberly is investigating.  

Burglars Get Up Early in the Morning for Clean Carpet

On Aug. 23 at 5:50 a.m., officers responded to an intrusion alarm at Superior Carpet Cleaning and Restoration at 12325 Washington Square in Waldorf. Upon arrival, officers found the garage door had been partially pried open. A K-9 officer searched the building but the suspects had already fled.  The owner responded and said it did not appear anyone gained entry. Nothing was reported stolen. Officer K. Gross is investigating.

Black Bandit Cleans out 7-11

On Aug. 23 at 12:58 a.m., a man entered the 7-11 located at 309 East Smallwood Drive in Waldorf, displayed a gun and demanded money. The clerk complied and the suspect fled northbound on foot toward Barrington Drive. The suspect was wearing a black shirt, black mask (only eyes and forehead visible), and black wool gloves. No one was injured. Officer M. Bourgeois is investigating.   

Burglars like videos

Sometime between Aug. 12 – Aug. 21, unknown suspects broke into a house in the 12700 block of La Plata Road in Waldorf and stole multiple DVDs and video cassettes. Officer J.D. Rager is investigating.

Officer discovers torched truck

RIDGE (Aug. 24, 2009) --- An off-duty police officer on Sunday afternoon discovered a Ford F-150 pickup burning at Cornfield Harbor, a remote area of St. Mary’s County near the Potomac River.

The truck, owned by Duane Cantrell, was torched deliberately, according to Deputy State Fire Marshal Jeff Frye, and the loss was set at $10,000.

The fire was brought under control in about 10 minutes by Ridge VFD.

Fire set at rear of Carpet Store

WALDORF (Aug. 24, 2009) --- A fire was set in a 80 x 20 storage container at the rear of Dave’s Discount Carpets located on Rt. 925 in Waldorf overnight, according to Deputy Fire Marshal Jeff Frye.

Responding firefighters from Waldorf VFD put the fire out in minutes and the cause was determined to be arson.  A value of $500 was set by the fire marshal.


Armed Robber Lives Close to Work

Cops plucked him blocks from gas station he is charged with robbing
WALDORF — Charles County Sheriff Rex W. Coffey announced the arrest of William Pervis Savage, Jr., 25, of Waldorf, who was charged in connection with the July 29 armed robbery of the BP gas station at 2050 Crain Highway in Waldorf.
Detectives in the Major Crimes Unit developed Savage as a suspect and obtained an arrest warrant charging him with armed robbery, first-degree assault, and second-degree assault.
Savage was located on Aug. 11 at his residence on Council Oak Drive, say police.
A search warrant was conducted and officers recovered several items of evidence related to the robbery. The Major Crimes Unit is continuing their investigation.
Thieves find booty by breaking into vehicles
WALDORF — Police report that between Aug. 11 at 10 p.m. – Aug. 12 at 7 a.m., unknown suspects broke into a total of three cars on Downshire Court, Mill Hill Road and Granite Court in Waldorf and stole GPS units, stereo equipment, CD’s and credit cards. The Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to remove personal property from their vehicles and secure their cars at all times. Anyone with information should call the Charles County Sheriff’s Office at (301) 932-2222 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. Officer L. Blake is investigating.
Motorcyclist Critical
after Crash
WHITE PLAINS — Police report that on Aug. 12 at 2:44 p.m., officers responded to St. Charles Parkway at Billingsley Road in White Plains for the report of a motorcycle crash. Investigation revealed the operator of the motorcycle – a 22 –year-old Charlotte Hall man - was traveling north on St. Charles Parkway when he lost control, struck a curb and was ejected from the bike. The victim was flown to Prince George’s Hospital Center in critical condition. Officer R. Taylor is investigating.
Woman mugged in her driveway; tried to fight off attacker
WALDORF — While others work, those who won’t work prey on them as they return from work. Gangs of youths sit around and study the habits of those they wish to rob and strike, usually in the dark. Since they won’t learn, won’t work and live off of others, choosing a life of crime is perfect for them as at an early age, as shown by last week’s robbery and murder of a Latino on Truro Lane.
The difference in this week’s mugging is that the victim lived.
Charles County Sheriff’s officers report that on Aug. 11 at 11 p.m., the victim was entering a house in the 6600 block of Muskrat Court in Waldorf when the suspect approached and tried to steal her purse.
The victim resisted but the suspect was able to wrestle the purse from her. Officers canvassed the area and discovered most of the victim’s belongings in her backyard. Officer J. Dodge is investigating.


Liz was shown the door at bar; yelled outside, went to clink

CALIFORNIA --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s officers report that on August 8, 2009, deputies responded to a disturbance call at Donovan’s Pub in California, Maryland for a report of a disturbance.  Investigation revealed Elizabeth Parish Dorr, 42 of Leonardtown was asked to leave the business several time but refused.  Dorr was outside in the parking lot waiting for a ride when she became belligerent with the deputies on the scene.  Dorr was asked several times to stop yelling and calm down, which she refused.  Several patrons of the business began watching her disorderly behavior.  Ms. Dorr was arrested and charged with failing to obey a lawful order of a police officer and disorderly conduct. 

Woman charged with becoming Wal-Mart partner

CALIFORNIA --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s deputies say that on August 6, 2009, Dfc. J. Maletto responded to the Wal-Mart for a report of a theft.  Investigation revealed Lawanda Bernita Ford, 33 of Lexington Park, Maryland stole over $3,000 between July 15, 2009 and August 5, 2009 from the cash register she was assigned to work.   Ford was arrested and charged with theft over $500, theft under $500 and theft scheme.

Scalping Threat Sends Victim Running

On August 8, 2009, deputies responded to a threats complaint in Mechanicsville, Maryland.  Investigation revealed the victim was in a verbal altercation, which escalated into a physical assault when Victoria Marie Hunt, 21 of Mechanicsville, Maryland took a kitchen knife, raised it above her head and threatened to stab the victim.  The victim fled the residence.  Hunt was arrested and charged with second-degree assault.

Smackdown at Jumping Jacks

OAKVILLE --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s spokesman DFC Cindy Allen reports that on August 8, 2009, deputies responded to a disturbance complaint at Jumping Jacks Restaurant in Mechanicsville, Maryland.  Investigation revealed the victim was in a verbal altercation, which escalated into a physical assault when Husan NMN Sarikaya, 53 of Lusby, Maryland struck the victim several times in the face with his hand.   A third party attempted to intervene and was struck by Sarikaya.  Mr. Sarikaya was arrested and charged with two counts of second-degree assault.