Deputy Was Bushwacked
CALIFORNIA --- On June 22, 2004, St. Mary's Sheriff's Dfc. Michael A. Labanowski observed Izella E. Bush, 35, near California,  reports Lt. Steven Doolan. 
Bush was wanted on an outstanding District Court warrant for failing to appear for a traffic charge.
Bush fled on foot after observing Dfc. Labanowski and a foot chase ensued.  During the chase Bush assaulted Dfc. Labanowski and continued to flee eventually entering a wooded area.  Several additional units responded and established a perimeter.   Maryland State Police Helicopter Trooper Two responded and assisted with the search.  Dfc. James F. A. Fowler responded with his K-9 dog and a track was initiated.  A short time later Bush was located by Dfc. Fowler and his K-9 and apprehended without additional resistance.   Bush was transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center where he was charged with assault, resisting arrest, and the warrant for failing to appear in court.