Thursday, August 27, 2015

COYOTE IN CALVERT

On August 26, 2015, at approximately 0809 hours the Calvert Control Center received a call from a citizen advising that there was a coyote running loose with a leash in the area of Neptune’s restaurant in North Beach. Sheriff’s Deputies and Animal Control Officer (ACO) Tom Guy responded to the call. They were able to capture the coyote, utilizing catch poles, in the area of Frederick Ave and 3rd St, North Beach.  The coyote was wearing a blue collar indicating it was someone’s pet.

The coyote was transported to the Sheriff’s Office where ACO Guy met with members of the Natural Resources Police and Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Division where they confirmed that the animal was a coyote.  A resident of North Beach responded to the Sheriff’s Office claiming that he was the owner of the coyote.

During the investigation conducted by the NRP Officers, they were advised that the coyote was obtained as a puppy in the Virginia area. Due to the possible exposure of rabies from the coyote, it was humanely euthanized and sent to the state lab in Baltimore for testing.

According to NRP Officers, charges are pending for the owner. It is illegal to own/possess a coyote in the State of Maryland. 

***Update***
The coyote tested negative for rabies.



Tuesday, August 25, 2015

***SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE OF THE WEEK***

Burglary Case #15-44904:
A victim in the 100 block of Walnut Creek Road in Huntingtown advised Dep. W. Durner that between August 9 and 17, someone had broken into his garage and stolen a white and orange colored Hobart Handler welder.  The investigation continues.

Monday, August 24, 2015

NEW SCHOOL YEAR!

The men and women of Squad Two of the Patrol Bureau of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office want to remind everyone that school is about to start.  Please drive carefully and use extra caution. Also be aware of school buses and children at bus stops.  Slow down for school zones and be mindful of extra traffic that is created around schools. 

Please remember that the use of cell phones to include texting or talking is illegal and dangerous without a hands free device.  Parents, please talk to your teenage drivers and educate them on the new laws.  A safe driver starts with a good conversation at home telling them exactly what is expected to be safe and smart.  We want everyone to start the school year off right and have a safe return from the summer.


As always, deputies from the Patrol Bureau will be in the area of local schools to enforce the traffic laws and as a friendly reminder that the new school year is in session. We want to wish everyone a safe and healthy year.

PRESS RELEASES FOR AUGUST 24TH, 2015

During the week of August 17 through August 23 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,442 calls for service throughout the community. 
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line, or call 410-535-2880.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

Burglary Case #15-44904:
A victim in the 100 block of Walnut Creek Road in Huntingtown advised Dep. W. Durner that between August 9 and 17, someone had broken into his garage and stolen a white and orange colored Hobart Handler welder.  The investigation continues.

Theft Case #15-44925:
Someone stole a 2007 Yamaha Raptor 4-wheeler from in front of a residence on Avery Road in Huntingtown overnight between August 16 and 17.  It is white in color with black graphics on it.  Dep. W. Rector is investigating.

Destruction of Property Case #15-44929:
Unknown suspect(s) broke out numerous pieces of railing on a deck behind a home in the 100 block of Cove Point Road in Lusby overnight between August 14 and 15.   They also attempted to pull up the wooden planks of the deck.  Dep. T. Holt is investigating.

CDS Violation Case #15-45026:
Dep. M. Trigg conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Md. Rt. 4 just north of Church Street in Prince Frederick on August 18 at 9:36 a.m.  He found the driver of the vehicle, Quinn Augustus Freeland, 35, of Prince Frederick, to be in possession of suspected drugs.  Freeland was arrested and charged with possession of cocaine and possession of drug paraphernalia; a baggie.
Quinn Augustus Freeland, 35, of Prince Frederick


Burglary Case #15-45108:
A home in the 3100 block of Hunting Creek Road in Huntingtown was burglarized between August 14 and 18.  Cash and jewelry was stolen and $2,000 in damage was done to the home.  Dep. W. Durner is investigating.

Theft Case #15-45130:
Sometime between August 8 and August 18, someone stole a 6 horsepower Husqvarna push mower from the driveway of a home in the 12100 block of Laramie Lane in Lusby.  Dep. D. Naughton is investigating the theft of the orange self-propelled mower, valued at $250.

Burglary Case #15-45192:
A homeowner in the 2700 block of Queensberry Drive in Huntingtown advised Dep. N. Gilmore that on August 18 at about 11:35 p.m. he heard the rear slider door of his home open.  He went to check and found it open a few inches and saw the gate in his yard open as well.  It does not appear entry into the home was made and nothing appears to have been taken.  Dep. Gilmore will continue to investigate.

Theft from Vehicle Case #15-45308:

Overnight between August 18 and 19, someone entered an unlocked vehicle outside a home in the 2800 block of Queensberry Drive in Huntingtown and stole some cash.  Dep. W. Clark advised the owner to be sure to lock his vehicle and secure the keys.  The investigation continues.

Friday, August 21, 2015

***SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE OF THE WEEK***

Thefts from Vehicles Cases #15-43676 & 43751:

Between 1:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on August 11, unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle in the 3700 block of Bedford Drive in North Beach and stole Oakley and Under Armour sunglasses and money.  DFC T. Buckler is investigating.  A second victim on Bedford Drive advised F/Sgt. R. Naughton that his vehicle had also been entered and a Verizon hot spot, Beats head phone set and money were stolen during the same timeframe.  The victim thinks he may have left the vehicle unlocked.

Wednesday, August 19, 2015

PRESS RELEASE FOR ARREST OF STEVEN MOURE

On August 17, 2015 Sgt. Goldsmith and Cpl. McCarroll of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to Gray Inn Court in Prince Frederick for the report of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival Cpl. McCarroll made contact with Margaret Whitehead and two young children while Sgt. Goldsmith contacted Steven Moure.  Deputies interviewed all of the subjects on scene.

The initial investigation revealed that Steven Moure allegedly assaulted his son and his ex-wife during an argument.    


Moure was subsequently arrested and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center. Moure was charged with two counts of assault and one count of child abuse.  Moure was detained pending his appearance before a district court commissioner.  The Prince Georges County Police Department was contacted and responded to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office to conduct an independent investigation into the events that transpired. 

DROWNING IN FISHING CREEK

On Wednesday, August 19th 2015 Dfc. Beisel responded to 3746 Harbor Road Chesapeake Beach, Calvert County, for the report of a missing person.  Upon arrival he made contact with the complainant Paul Frank Bowen Jr.  Bowen Jr advised that he had not seen or heard from his father, Paul Frank Bowen Sr, since approximately 2000hrs on 08/18/2015.

While Dfc. Beisel was speaking with Bowen Jr; a citizen called 911 at 9:19a.m. to report a subject in the water along the Fishing Creek running path.  The citizen was running the path near the back of Fishing Creek when they located a white male floating face up in the water not responsive.  F/Sgt. Naughton responded to the scene and contacted the citizen and secured the scene. The floating subject was believed to be Paul Frank Bowen Sr. A MVA photo was utilized to determine that the body was in fact Paul Bowen Sr., a 60 year old white male.

Members of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Bureau responded to the scene to assist with the investigation.  Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crime Lab Personnel, Natural Resources Police and FI Dillon arrived on scene to assist with recovery.  The body of Bowen Sr. was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for an autopsy.


Based upon witness statements it is believed that Bowen Sr. was checking his crab pots either late last night or early this morning when he fell into the water from the pier and subsequently drowned. 

Tuesday, August 18, 2015

PRESS RELEASES FOR AUGUST 18TH, 2015

During the week of August 10 through August 16 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,325 calls for service throughout the community. 
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line, or call 410-535-2880.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

Burglary Case #15-43610:
DFC A. Woodford responded to a home on Sea Gull Beach Road in Prince Frederick for the report of a burglary.  The homeowner advised that sometime between 6:30 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. on August 10 someone burglarized her home but it does not appear that anything was taken.  The investigation is continuing.

Destruction of Property Case #15-43614:
A victim in the 12300 block of Catalina Drive in Lusby reported to DFC J. Migliaccio that someone had set his Confederate Battle Flag on fire in his front yard.  The flag had been hanging on his deck.  The incident occurred sometime overnight between August 9 and 10.

Theft from Vehicle Case #15-43623:
Unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle parked outside a home in the 3600 block of 7th Street in North Beach overnight between August 9 and 10 and stole a 3rd Generation Apple iPad, a charger and a black Adidas gym bag.  DFC A. Locke is investigating.

CDS Violation Case #15-43670:
On August 11 at 9:02 a.m. Dep. C. Ward conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near Dunleigh Drive on Md. Rt. 4 in Dunkirk.  He found the driver, identified as Sonny August Obloy, 31, of Derwood, to be in possession of suspected drugs.  Obloy was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana, possession with into to distribute marijuana, and two counts of possession of drug paraphernalia; a smoking device and a bag.
Sonny August Obloy, 31, of Derwood


Thefts from Vehicles Cases #15-43676 & 43751:
Between 1:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on August 11, unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle in the 3700 block of Bedford Drive in North Beach and stole Oakley and Under Armour sunglasses and money.  DFC T. Buckler is investigating.  A second victim on Bedford Drive advised F/Sgt. R. Naughton that his vehicle had also been entered and a Verizon hot spot, Beats head phone set and money were stolen during the same timeframe.  The victim thinks he may have left the vehicle unlocked.

Theft Case #15-43758:
On August 11 DFC G. Gott received a tip from a citizen who advised they had observed the theft of a grill from the yard of a home in the 800 block of San Mateo Trail in Lusby at about 6:26 p.m. and that the suspects had then gone to a home on Golden West Way in Lusby.  DFC Gott then made contact with the suspects, two females, sitting in the yard.  There was also a male in the yard, who was cooking on the stolen grill.  The owner of the grill was contacted and identified the grill as hers.  The two women were charged with the theft of the grill.  Schyler R. Johnson, 18, of Lusby, was charged with theft less than $100, possession of CDS; MDMA, and possession of drug paraphernalia; a glass smoking device.  Mary Ellen Carr, 23, also of Lusby, was charged with theft less than $100 and possession of drug paraphernalia; a glass smoking device.  The male subject was found to be wanted by the State of Virginia.
Schyler R. Johnson, 18, of Lusby


Theft Case #15-43852:
An employee of a landscaping company advised Dep. A. Curtin that on August 12 at 11:00 he noticed that a piece of equipment was missing from the company truck.  The employee stated that he had been cutting grass and when he returned to the vehicle he saw that an Echo backpack leaf blower, valued at $329, was gone.  A neighbor approached and advised that they had observed a vehicle stop and a white female exit the car, take the leaf blower and put it in her own vehicle.  The investigation is continuing.

Burglary Case #15-44064:
Unknown suspect(s) burglarized Fridays Creek Winery in Owings between August 12 and 13.  Dep. W. Durner is investigating.

Theft Cases #15-44266 & 44271:
On August 14 at 1:50 p.m. an employee of the CVS store in Chesapeake Beach advised Dep. W. Beisel that an unknown suspect had just run out of the store with stolen merchandise.  The clerk gave a detailed description of the suspect, a white male, and surveillance video shows his vehicle leaving the parking area.  A short time later the Dunkirk CVS store reported a man fitting the same description just stole items from that store as well.  Both cases are being investigated.


Thursday, August 13, 2015

SCAM ALERT!!!


The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office would like to warn citizens about recent incidents of automated phone messages claiming to be from the Internal Revenue Service or regarding unpaid tax bills or outstanding debts.  These calls have been deemed a scam. It is advised that citizens do not return calls to the listed numbers or give out any personal or financial information.
Citizens with information on the above incidents or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  

Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line, or call 410-535-2880.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

Monday, August 10, 2015

PRESS RELEASES FOR AUGUST 10TH, 2015

During the week of August 3 through August 9 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,304 calls for service throughout the community. 
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line, or call 410-535-2880.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.
Burglary Case #15-42185:
Unknown suspect(s) smashed the front door of the China King Restaurant on Town Square Drive in Lusby sometime between 9:30 p.m. on August 2 and 6:45 a.m. on August 3.  An undisclosed amount of cash was stolen.  The burglary is being investigated by Det. W. Wells of the Criminal Investigations Bureau.
Burglary Case #15-42245:
DFC P. Aurich is investigating the burglary of a home in the 10300 block of Deer Trail Drive in Dunkirk sometime between July 30 and August 2.  Property valued at $4,500 was taken.
Burglary Case #15-42306:
Someone made entry into a home in the 4300 block on Sixes Road in Prince Frederick during the daytime hours on August 3.  Nothing appears to have been stolen or damaged.  Dep. W. Durner is investigating.
Theft Case #15-42340:
A black power wheels four wheeler was stolen from the yard of a home in the 8500 block of Patuxent Avenue in Broomes Island between July 31 and August 2. Cpl. E. Basham is investigating.
Destruction of Property Cases #15-42820, 42832, 42833, 42834, 42835, 42836:
Dep. C. Idol is investigating damage to mailboxes at 6 homes on Solitude Court and Evans Road in Huntingtown that occurred between 9:00 p.m. on August 5 and 9:47 a.m. on the 6th


Thursday, August 6, 2015

PRESS RELEASES FOR AUGUST 3RD, 2015

During the week of July 27 through August 2, deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,476 calls for service throughout the community. 
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line, or call 410-535-2880.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.
Trespassing Case #15-40695:
A woman reported to Dep. A. Ostazeski that on July 27 at 8:20 a.m. there was a knock on her front door.  She opened the door a small amount and a black male asked if she had a telephone she could use.  She replied no and began to close the door.  The suspect then grabbed the door, forcing it open.  The woman’s dog ran in the room and bit the suspect on the leg.  The suspect then fled the scene.  This case is under investigation.  Anyone with information is asked to contact Dep. Ostazeski at 410-535-2800.
Burglary Case #15-40713:
Unknown suspect(s) stole a 2013 Honda TRX 400X four wheeler from a garage in the 11800 block of Rivershore Drive in Dunkirk between July 23 and 27.  The four wheeler is red and white in color.  DFC A. Woodford is investigating.
Burglary Case #15-40733:
A victim on Sidewinder Court in Lusby reported to Dep. G. Gott that between July 18 and 24, someone stole a small, blue air compressor and a red, pancake-shaped air compressor from his shed.  The investigation continues.
Theft Case #15-40774:
DFC C. Fox is investigating the theft of an envelope of cash stolen from inside an unlocked vehicle parked overnight in the Ledo’s Restaurant parking lot in Chesapeake Beach between July 26 and 27. 
Burglary Case #15-40835
Unknown suspect(s) broke into a home in the 11200 block of Cove Lake Road in Lusby sometime between July 20 and 27 and stole over $6,000 worth of jewelry.  DFC J. Hardesty is investigating.
Theft Case #15-41070:
A Simpson pressure washer was stolen from the front porch of a home in the 10900 block of Cedar Drive in Lusby on July 28 between 1:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.  DFC J. Hardesty is investigating.
Destruction of Property Case #15-41121:
Dep. C. Ward is investigating damage to a bus station shelter at the Park ‘N Ride on Town Center Boulevard in Dunkirk.  The damage was discovered on July 29.
Burglary Case #15-41220:
A home in the 12400 block of San Jose Lane in Lusby was burglarized sometime between July 23 and 29 and a red 2003 Daytec motorcycle was stolen from the garage.  DFC J. Denton is investigating.
Burglary Case #15-41600:
On July 31 at 12:51 p.m. Dep. C. Idol responded to a home in the 2500 block of Solomons Island Road in Port Republic for the report of a burglary in progress.  The owner of the home indicated the house is for sale and when she arrived today she saw a man loading items from the house into a van.  Idol made contact with the suspect who admitted to taking the items and showed them to Idol.  The owners advised that on July 27 they had noticed items missing and the suspect advised he had those items at his house.  Idol arrested Richard Lynn Butcher, 52, of St. Leonard and charged him with two counts of second degree burglary, two counts of fourth degree burglary and two counts of theft under $1,000.
Richard Lynn Butcher, 52, of St. Leonard


Burglary Case #15-41643:
A home in the 100 block of Leason Cove Drive in Lusby was burglarized on July 31 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.  Two guns and money was stolen.  Dep. R. Weems is investigating.
Burglary Case #15-41809:
Unknown suspect(s) spray painted obscene pictures on the side of a home on Thomas Avenue in Owings and then broke into the home and spray painted inside as well.  DFC A. Locke is continuing the investigation.
Theft from Vehicles Cases #15-41128 and #15-41133:

A purse was taken from inside a vehicle at a home on Whispering Drive in Prince Frederick sometime between July 28 and 30 and later located in the nearby woods. Between July 28 and 29 a vehicle parked outside another home on Whispering Drive was broken into and $53 in property was taken.   DFC T. Holt is investigating both thefts.

Sunday, August 2, 2015

PRESS RELEASE FOR COVE POINT DROWNING

On August 1, 2015 at approximately 1243 hours, the Calvert Control Center received a report of a person in need of rescue in the waters near the Cove Point Lighthouse.  Emergency Medical Services and Calvert County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to the area.  Members of the Solomons VFD arrived on scene by boat and pulled the victim, unresponsive, from the water.  The victim was taken to shore at the Cove Point Lighthouse where EMS performed CPR.  The victim was transported by Ambulance to Calvert Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.  The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was invited to the beach by a friend who is a resident of Cove Point.  The victim and his friend walked out to the point near the lighthouse where the victim decided to go into the water.  The deceased’s friend decided to stay on the shore.  A short time later, the victim was heard calling for help however, his friend was unable to reach him due to the swift current.  Citizens on the beach attempted to rescue the victim by throwing him a life ring, however, they were unsuccessful.

Members of the Calvert Investigative Bureau have assumed the investigation of the case.  The deceased is Michael Stanley Oliver, 57, of Clinton, Maryland.