WALDORF --- Charles Cops report that on July 8 at 10:17 p.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the 6600 block of Crain Highway in La Plata for the report of an armed robbery at a gas station. Investigation revealed that two suspects entered the business, approached a clerk, displayed a handgun and demanded money. The victim complied and the suspects fled on foot. Although the suspects escaped, a Charles County K-9 officer and his K-9 partner, Erno, tracked the area and recovered some of the stolen money.

The suspects are described as white males in their late teens or early twenties. They were wearing masks, tee shirts and shorts. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Detective G. Higgs at (301) 609-6498. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspects.

WALDORF --- On July 8 between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the 12500 block of Council Oak Drive in Waldorf for the report of an attempted robbery. Investigation revealed that the victim, a 16-year-old Waldorf male, and a friend were walking toward an apartment building when they were approached by three suspects. The suspects began assaulting the victim and attempted to steal his cell phone. The victim broke free and fled. He was treated at a nearby hospital for minor injuries.

One of the suspects is described as a white male in his late teens, 6’0", slim build, and wearing a black hooded shirt with a white skull on the front. The other two suspects are described as black males in their late teens. One is 5’5", has a slim build, and was wearing an orange or tan hooded shirt and a black skull cap. A detailed description of the other suspect is not available. Officer J. Clagett is investigating.

LA PLATA --- On July 8 at 6:14 A.M., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to Golfarama at 5075 Crain Highway in La Plata for the report of vandalism. Investigation revealed that during the early morning hours, the suspect(s) entered the driving range and spray painted symbols on the side of a garage located at the rear of the property. Officer P. Hood is investigating.

Charles County Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in Charles County that leads to an arrest or indictment. Anyone with information about a crime may contact Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

LEONARDTOWN (July 10, 2008) Vice-Narcotics Detectives began an investigation into Charles Ray Reid (Age 20 of Mechanicsville) and his distribution of marijuana. A controlled purchase of marijuana was made and Search and Seizure warrants were executed.

Marijuana, packaging materials and ledgers were discovered. Suspect Reid was charged with Distribution of Marijuana and Possession with the Intent to Distribute Marijuana.

He was being held on $45,000.00 cash bond pending a hearing before the District Court Commissioner. An Indictment is pending a State’s Attorney’s Office and Grand Jury review.

In an unrelated investigation, over a several month period Vice Narcotics Detectives made purchases in various amount of crack cocaine from Suspect Devone Artice Hall (Age 20 of Chaptico, Md.).

His operation was located in the northern end of St. Mary’s County. Search Warrants led to the recovery of cocaine, money, handguns and a vehicle was seized as well. He was arrested on three (3) open Grand Jury Indictments for Distribution of Cocaine and additional charges are pending.

WALDORF — On July 7 at 5:51 a.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the 6000 block of Thoroughbred Court in Waldorf for the report of a citizen armed robbery. Investigation revealed that the victim was walking to her car when the suspect approached, displayed a gun and demanded money. The victim complied and the suspect fled.

At 7 a.m., officers responded to the 6200 block of Wolverine Place in Waldorf for the report of a citizen armed robbery. The victim said she was putting her purse in her car when the suspect approached, displayed a gun and demanded her purse. The victim screamed and the suspect fled toward a wooded area; he did not obtain any money.

Both victims described the suspect as a black male who was wearing a black, hooded sweatshirt and a black bandana; he was armed with a gun. Anyone with information is asked to call the Major Crimes Unit at (301) 609-6481. Callers wising to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspects.

WALDORF — On July 5 at 9 p.m., a Charles County Sheriff’s officer observed a traffic violation on Rivermont Drive in Waldorf. As the officer initiated a traffic stop, the driver fled to the intersection of Rivermont and Fowler Court. The driver jumped from the car and fled on foot but was apprehended a short distance away. The driver, Anthony DeWayne Hill, 39, of Waldorf, had open warrants including one for child support. In addition, he was charged with fleeing and eluding and driving with a suspended and revoked Maryland driver’s license. He was remanded to the Charles County Detention Center. Officer J. Walter investigated.