Tuesday, January 31, 2017

SUPER BOWL SATURATION PATROLS

Super Bowl

Sheriff Mike Evans would like the public to know the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is committed to the safety of our citizens.  In 2015, 10,265 people nationwide lost their lives to drunk driving crashes.  The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office strives to have zero traffic related deaths.  Deputies will be conducting extra saturation patrols throughout county for the entire weekend.  An emphasis will be on those areas that have historically had a high number of impaired driving related crashes.


Please help us keep our roadways safe by having a designated driver if your festivities involve drinking.     

3 YEAR OLD STRUCK IN AUTO ACCIDENT

Deputies Respond to 3-Year-old hit by vehicle in driveway

At approximately 4:30p.m. on January 31st, units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, and the St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department responded to a residence on Mallory Square, Port Republic, for a report of a young child struck by a vehicle in the driveway.  It was learned that a 3-year-old child was unknowingly in the driveway of the residence.  A family member of the child was attempting to back into the driveway and struck the 3 year old.  The child was transported via Helicopter to Children’s National Medical Center.  The child was in stable condition at the time of the flight.      

PRESS RELEASES FOR JANUARY 30TH, 2017

During the week of January 23 through January 29 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,351 calls for service throughout the community. 

Burglary Case #17-3814:

On January 23, 2017, at approximately 1:30pm, Dfc. G. Gott responded to Overlook Drive in Lusby, for the report of a burglary in progress.  He met with the victim who explained they heard a loud noise in the lower level of their home but did not immediately investigate.  A couple of hours later they discovered their locked basement door was sitting wide open and had been kicked in. The occupants of the home reported that rooms had been rummaged through but at this time it is not known what items may have been taken.

CDS Violation Case #4821:

On January 28, 2017, at approximately 7:30pm, Deputy B. Boerum was in the area of Beach Drive, in Lusby, and observed a vehicle with a cracked windshield illegally parked at the Driftwood Beach.  As he was approaching the vehicle, the driver attempted to leave the area.  Deputy Boerum activated his emergency equipment and conducted a traffic stop.  The driver, Thomas Goldring Jr., 60, of Lusby, admitted to driving without a valid license.  Upon searching his person Deputy Boerum discovered a clear plastic bag with four white pills (Oxycodone) located inside Goldring’s right shoe.  The passenger, identified as Erin Stahl, 29, also of Lusby, attempted to hide a clear glass pipe containing a white powdery substance (cocaine) in her jacket sleeve. The glass pipe contained burn marks and a wire filter.  Deputy D. Naughton, who assisted with the arrest, advised Stahl to place her hands behind her back but she resisted his commands.  When he was able to secure Stahl’s hands in handcuffs, she was transported to the Detention Center and charged with Possession of Paraphernalia (glass pipe) and Resist/interfere with Arrest.  Goldring was placed into custody and charged with Possession of CDS-not marijuana (Oxycodone), driving without a license and received a repair order for the  cracked windshield. 
Thomas Goldring Jr., 60, of Lusby

Erin Stahl, 29, also of Lusby


CDS Violation Case #17-4796:

On January 28, 2017, Dfc. R. Cress conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle travelling with an obstructed rear-view mirror at the intersection of Greenwood Avenue/5th Street, in North Beach.  Deputy C. Fox, who was also on the scene, assisted with the stop.  A K9 partner alerted the Deputies to the odor of narcotics in the vehicle.   The occupants, Allan Curtin, 53, of Dunkirk, and Janet Custer, 48, of North Beach, were both searched.  Custer advised she had a pill container on her and retrieved it from her right front pants pocket.  Numerous pills were found inside:  60mg morphine sulphate pills and 10-15 mg Oxycodone Hydrochloride pills.  The controlled dangerous drugs were confiscated, as Ms. Custer did not have a prescription on her and was not able to produce a prescription bottle with a valid label.   Curtin took responsibility for  items located inside the vehicle:  a metal smoking device with residue (marijuana), a plastic straw with white powder residue (cocaine), a crown royal bag with a red straw containing a white powder (cocaine), 2 Tylenol bottles:  one containing Adderall and 10mg Oxycodone Hydrochloride.  The second bottle contained:  8 Amphetamine and Dextroamphetamine pills.   All of these items were confiscated, as Curtin could not show proof of prescription or have a proper prescription bottle.  Both subjects were transported to the Detention Center.  Curtin was charged as follows:  issued a traffic warning for the driving infraction, a DC-28 for Possession of Marijuana less than 10 grams, CDS Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycontin), CDS Possession of a Dangerous Nonnarcotic drug (Adderall) and Possession of Paraphernalia (straw).  Custer was charged as follows:  2 counts of CDS Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycodone and Morphine Sulphate) and Possession of Paraphernalia (container).
Allan Curtin, 53, of Dunkirk

Janet Custer, 48, of North Beach


CDS Violation Case #17-4408:

On January 26, 2017, at approximately 2:45pm, Dfc. J. Denton heard a broadcast to be on the lookout for a vehicle operated by an intoxicated white female and traveling with a small child in the vehicle. He was able to locate the vehicle, still running, parked at the Calvert County Health Department, in Prince Frederick.   As he approached the vehicle and made contact with the driver, Salli Barats, 51, of St. Leonard, he detected an odor of alcoholic beverage emitting from her person and observed an infant child in the rear car seat. While questioning Ms. Barats, she admitted to having a clear plastic bag containing suspected heroin and handed it to Deputy Denton.  At this time Dep. Barger arrived on scene and took over the DUI investigation.  Barats then pulled out a clear plastic bottle containing (urine) she planned to submit for her drug test.  She was taken into custody and charged with Possession-Not Marijuana (Heroin) and Alter Drug or Alcohol Test.
Salli Barats, 51, of St. Leonard


CDS Violation Case #17-4362:

On January 26, 2017, at approximately 10:20am, Deputy B. Boerum responded to the Fastop on St. Leonard Road, in St. Leonard, to investigate a report of possible CDS activity taking place in the parking lot.  When he arrived he contacted a male fitting the description, Christopher Whittaker, 29, of Lusby, and was advised he had an open warrant through Calvert County.  He was placed into custody and a search incident to arrest revealed three (3) used syringes and a metal spoon on the inside of his jacket.  The spoon had white residue on one side and a black burn mark on the bottom. Whittaker was transported to the Detention Center and served with his outstanding warrant and charged with Possession of CDS Paraphernalia (syringe).
Christopher Whittaker, 29, of Lusby


Disorderly Conduct Case #17-4782:

On January 28, 2017, at approximately 1:00pm, Deputy T. Rzepkowski responded to Dares Beach Road, in Prince Frederick, to investigate a disorderly white male subject seen lying on the ground and appeared to be intoxicated.  The caller also advised the male was yelling obscene gestures and threatened anyone who tried to help him.  The male, identified as Frederick Donahue, 56, of Chesapeake Beach, was previously banned from the Calvert Village Shopping Center and the Order was still in effect.  Donahue was placed in handcuffs and transported to the Detention Center where he was charged with Disorderly Conduct and Trespass: Private Property.
Frederick Donahue, 56, of Chesapeake Beach


Disorderly Conduct Case #17-4217:

On January 25, 2017, at approximately 5:00pm, Dfc. D. Jacobs was dispatched to Harbor Road, in Chesapeake Beach, for the report of a disorderly subject.  Upon arrival he came in contact with Catherine Riley, 53, of Chesapeake Beach, who was extremely intoxicated and he witnessed her fall to the ground.  Deputy B. Pounsberry arrived on the scene and stated Riley was removed from the Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa earlier in the day because she refused to check out of the hotel and was too intoxicated to stand.  She was asked several times to call for a safe ride home or she would be locked up for public intoxication.  She refused to cooperate  and was placed under arrest.  Riley was charged with Public Intoxication and Failure to Obey a Lawful Order.
Catherine Riley, 53, of Chesapeake Beach


Damaged Property Case #17-4954:

On January 29, 2017, at approximately 9:00am, Dfc. G. Gott was contacted by a citizen in the area of Overlook Drive, in Lusby, in reference to damaged property.   The victim explained they found their mailbox had been damaged and knocked off the post. The box was last seen intact at 6:00pm the previous day (January 28th) and was discovered damaged this morning.  After speaking with the complainant, he noticed other mailboxes located nearby on Lake Terrace were also damaged.   He made contact with those owners who were unaware of the damage.  No suspects at this time.

Mail Tampering Case #17-4949:

On January 29, 2017, Dfc. G. Gott responded to Overlook Drive, in Lusby, to speak with a citizen who wanted to report mail tampering.   The complainant stated that approximately 7:30am that morning they were walking along Overlook Drive and observed mail scattered on the ground.  They also found a package that had been opened but the contents were still in the box. The mail appeared to belong to homeowners living on Overlook Drive.

Theft Case #17-4781:

On January 28, 2017, at approximately 2:00pm, Deputy T. Rzepkowski responded to Dennis Monnett Road, in Prince Frederick, to investigate a theft of vehicle registration plates.   Upon arrival he met with the victim who stated both his front and rear registration plates had been removed from a vehicle he had parked and not driven for the last week. 

Theft Case #17-4347:

On January 26, 2017, at approximately 9:15am, Deputy C. Callison responded to Cambridge Place, in Prince Frederick, for the report of stolen registration plates.   The victim stated they parked their vehicle on Cambridge Place on January 24th at 11:30pm; and upon returning to the vehicle at 8:30am this morning, saw that the rear license plate was missing.

Theft Case #17-3853:

On January 23, 2017, Dfc. J. Migliaccio responded to the BP Gas Station located on Town Center Blvd, in Dunkirk, for the report of a theft that just occurred.  Upon arrival he spoke with an employee who advised that a light-skinned black male had just stolen a green camo colored ski mask from the display rack.  The male ran out of the station and got away in a vehicle parked outside.

Theft Case 17-3794:

On January 23, 2017, Dfc. A. Woodford responded to Old Jones Lane, in Dunkirk, for the report of a theft.  He made contact with the complainant who advised a package was stolen from their mailbox.  They received a confirmation email at approximately 1:00pm on January 20 that their package from Amazon had been delivered.  They did not attempt to retrieve the package until approximately 11:00am the next day (January 21st) and when they did, the package was not in the mailbox.  The complainant noticed that there were 2 small boxes in the brush behind her mailbox that were opened and emptied of their contents.  The owners were contacted and were unaware of the incident.

Theft Case #17-3789:

On January 23, 2017, at approximately 11:00am, Dfc. T. Buckler responded to Bay Ave, in North Beach, for a reported theft.  The complainant advised the decorative pieces she had hung on the (communal) walls outside of their apartment were stolen.  Items include:  a 2ft x 1ft wooden fish (mirror), large wooden fish with pictures of North Beach and a decorative brass can sitting next to a door.  This theft would have taken place sometime between January 3 – 30th

If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can report it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us  or by calling 410-535-2800.


Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person involved in criminal activity.

Thursday, January 26, 2017

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

Theft Case #17-3493: On January 21, 2017, Dfc. R. Kreps was dispatched to Shore Acres Way, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a Destruction of Property.  Upon arrival he made contact with the victims who advised that someone had slashed all four (4) tires, cracked two (2) windows and broke the tail lights of their vehicle.  They also advised several items were missing:  money, an electric impact drill and a pair of ski goggles.

Tuesday, January 24, 2017

***TRAFFIC ADVISORY*** BENEDICT BRIDGE WORK JANUARY 30TH AND 31ST, 2017

*** TRAFFIC ADVISORY ***
 
MD 231- ST BENEDICT BRIDGE WILL HAVE INTERMITTENT CLOSURES OVERNIGHT NEXT WEEK LASTING FOR 30 MINUTE
 
(January 24, 2017) – Monday, January 30 and Tuesday, January 31, the Maryland State Highway Administration (SHA) will be working on the new fender system on the MD 231 (Prince Frederick Road/Hallowing Point Road) bridge over Patuxent River (“Benedict Bridge”).
Due to the nature of the work, the bridge will have a one way flagging operation from 9:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.  The bridge will be completely closed to traffic for up to 30 minute intervals during the overnight hours of 12:00 a.m. to 5:00 a.m.  Traffic will be held on both the Calvert County side of the bridge and on the Charles County side of the bridge while the work is performed. All work is weather permitting.
As crews strive to keep work zones safe, each driver needs to actively modify his or her driving behavior to help prevent crashes. Stay alert – look for reduced speed limits, narrow driving lanes and highway workers. Slow down and don’t follow too closely. Safer Driving. Safer Work Zones. For everyone!

DFC. DENTON RECEIVES AMERICAN LEGION 2016 OFFICER OF THE YEAR AWARD

On January 10th Deputy First Class Jeffrey Denton was presented with the American Legion Law Officer of the Year award for 2016.  The award was presented to him at Post 85 in Huntingtown Maryland.  Calvert County Commander Jay Bolles, from post 274, presented Dfc. Denton with a plaque and a name plate to be added to the larger plaque that hangs in the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office.  Dfc. Denton was nominated for several acts of heroism and his devotion to community service.   Sheriff Mike Evans commented, “DFC Denton is a well-rounded deputy the citizens of Calvert County should be proud of.”  Dfc. Denton is now nominated for the statewide American Legion Law Officer Award in Ocean City Maryland.  


PRESS RELEASES FOR JANUARY 23RD, 2017

During the week of January 17 through January 22 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 958 calls for service throughout the community.  

CDS Violation Case #17-2984: On January 18, 2017, at approximately 10:00am, while Dfc. C. Fox was parked in the parking lot located on Bayside Road, in Chesapeake Beach, he observed a female, sitting in the driver’s seat of a vehicle, slowly slouching over and then sitting back up on several occasions.  He approached her vehicle to check on her welfare, as it appeared she was in some sort of distress.  The female, Nichole Ward, 29, of North Beach, exited the vehicle and was clearly impaired.  He noticed the orange tip of a hypodermic syringe cap, along with a stretched out hair band and lighter sitting on the front seat.  A search of the vehicle and her purse revealed the following:  a loaded hypodermic syringe with a brownish liquid and loaded plunger, a used uncapped syringe in plain view in the ash tray of the center console, an unused wrapped syringe, four (4) used syringes, two (2) baggies with heroin, two (2) green baggies with cocaine and numerous empty baggies with suspected heroin and cocaine residue.  She was arrested and charged with two (2) counts of CDS Possession-Not Marijuana for the three (3) bags of cocaine, eight (8) bags of Heroin, CDS Administer Equipment Possession/Distribute (hypodermic syringe) and Possession of Paraphernalia (baggies).
Nichole Ward, 29, of North Beach


CDS Violation Case #17-2928: On January 17, 2017, at approximately 12:45pm, Dfc. J. Denton conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of N. Solomon’s Island Road/Traditional Way, in Prince Frederick, on a vehicle he observed travelling without a working headlight.  He made contact with the driver and issued her a warning for the broken headlight and for not having the vehicle registration.  After he was given permission by the occupants to search the vehicle, he discovered a clear cut straw containing suspected heroin residue in the driver’s door handle.  The passenger, Joseph Rice, 24, of Huntingtown, admitted to having a loaded handgun under his seat. A search of the vehicle revealed a loaded 9mm Ruger P85 handgun with 10 rounds.  The driver was also issued a Criminal Citation for Possession of Paraphernalia (straw).  Rice was arrested and charged with a Concealed Dangerous Weapon and Handgun in Vehicle.  While being processed at the Detention Center, a plastic bag, containing (7) baggies with heroin residue, was located.  An additional charge of Possession of Paraphernalia (baggies) was issued. 
Joseph Rice, 24, of Huntingtown


CDS Violation Case #17-3508: On January 21, 2017, Dfc. R. Kreps responded to Fairground Road, in Prince Frederick, in response to a suspicious white male going through the dumpster and was pushing a green shopping cart.  Upon arrival he located the subject matching the description, David Scruggs, Jr., 41, of North Beach.    He asked Scruggs if he had anything illegal on his person and after stating he did not, gave Dfc. Kreps permission to search him.  Located in his right front pants pocket was a small white pill, identified as Alprazolam.  He was placed under arrest and transported to the Detention Center.   Upon a secondary search at the Detention Center, two (2) additional pills, a second Alprazolam and an Adderall were located.  Scruggs has been charged with CDS Possession-Alprazolam and CDS Possession-Adderall.
David Scruggs, Jr., 41, of North Beach


Disorderly Conduct Case #17-2887: On January 17, 2017, at approximately 7:20pm, Dfc. J. Denton responded to the Prince Frederick Safeway to check the welfare of a subject seen sitting on an electrical box on the side of the building.  He made contact with Philip Dew, III, 41, of Lusby, and detected a strong alcoholic beverage emitting from his person. He observed him consuming shots of Fireball, had empty shots lying at his feet and additional full shots in his pocket.  Mr. Dew could not stand on his own and was using profanity, which caused patrons to stop and take notice.  He was told numerus times to stop.  While attempting to find him a ride home, he continued to use profanity and became tense, wanting to fight Dfc. Denton.  He was arrested and transported to the Detention Center and charged with Intoxicated Public Disturbance and Consume-Alcoholic Beverages in Public.
Philip Dew, III, 41, of Lusby


Damaged Property Case #17-3193: On January 19, 2017, Dfc. J. Migliaccio arrived at the Centreville Trailer Parts store, located on Solomons Island Road, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a destruction of property.  Upon arrival he spoke with an employee who advised that sometime within the past few days, an unknown suspect(s) drove a vehicle down a grassy hill belonging to the Trailer Parts  business.  The vehicle created large ruts in the ground and damaged the grass.  There are no suspects or witnesses at this time. 

Damaged Property Case #17-2849: On January 17, 2017, Deputy V. O’Donnell arrived at Rattlesnake Road, in Lusby, for report of damaged property.  He spoke with the victim who stated his vehicle had both of its’ passenger side tires slashed sometime between 9:00pm on January 16 and 2:15pm on January 17.  There are no known suspects at this time.

Theft Case #17-3493: On January 21, 2017, Dfc. R. Kreps was dispatched to Shore Acres Way, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a Destruction of Property.  Upon arrival he made contact with the victims who advised that someone had slashed all four (4) tires, cracked two (2) windows and broke the tail lights of their vehicle.  They also advised several items were missing:  money, an electric impact drill and a pair of ski goggles.


If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can report it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us  or by calling 410-535-2800. 

Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person involved in criminal activity. 

Thursday, January 19, 2017

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

Burglary Case #17-1544: On January 10, 2017, Dfc. R. Weems was dispatched to Anchor Drive, in Lusby, for the report of a burglary.  The victim stated that sometime between January 5 & 10th, an unknown suspect kicked in their front door, breaking the door jam and frame.  Entry was not made and nothing appeared to be missing.

ARRESTS MADE IN TRANQUIL COURT SHOOTING

On January 18th, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office made 5 arrests related to the shooting that took place January 13th on Tranquil Court in Prince Frederick.  The arrests were the result of tireless work of the Calvert Investigative Bureau, with the assistance of the Maryland State Police.  Several leads were developed and investigated thoroughly.  It was learned during the investigation the same group of suspects were involved in an armed robbery and assault that took place January 12th.  Based on the investigation, several search warrants were obtained by the Calvert Investigative Bureau and executed by the Special Operations Team with the assistance of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office.    Daquan Edward Holloway, a juvenile, has been charged as an adult with Attempted 1st Degree Murder, Armed Robbery, Assault-First Degree, and Firearm use/fel-violent crime.  Isaiah Marcus Jones, also a juvenile charged as an adult, Terrence Scorpio Henderson II, Travious Lamar Bright, and Anthony Wayne Crusoe II were all charged with Armed Robbery, Assault 1st degree, Home Invasion, Firearm use/Fel-Violent Crime, False Imprisonment, and Theft less than $1000.  Sheriff Mike Evans stated, “These arrests were made due to the relentless work of the Sheriff’s Office detectives, with the help of MSP.”  Anyone with any additional information should contact Detective Mudd at 410-535-2800.  





ATTEMPTED CAR JACKING - JANUARY 17TH, 2017

On January 17th, at approximately 9:20 a.m. deputies responded to the area of Dalyrmple Road at Hardesty Road, in Sunderland for a report of an attempted carjacking.  The female victim had left the area, but reported that while she was driving near that intersection she noticed a white male who appeared to be in distress.  The victim had to stop the vehicle in order to avoid hitting the male.  Once the vehicle was completely stopped the man pulled a handgun from his pocket and ordered the victim from her car.  Instead of getting out of the vehicle, she sped off and called the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office a short time later.  Numerous patrol units were in the area within a few minutes of the call and began to canvass the area.  K-9 units were utilized in an attempt to track the suspect.  A Nixle and a reverse 911 call to the area were also sent out.  Despite these efforts, the suspect in this case has not been located.  He is described as a white male approximately 6 feet tall, weighing 150 to 175 pounds, with dark scruffy facial hair.  He is approximately 40 years of age, wearing a brown camouflage jacket, and a black beanie hat.   Anyone with any information in this case is urged to contact Detective Buck at 410-535-2800 or email at buckja@co.cal.md.us.      

Tuesday, January 17, 2017

PRESS RELEASES FOR JANUARY 17TH, 2017

During the week of January 9 through January 16 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,466 calls for service throughout the community.  

Burglary Case #17-1622: On January 10, 2017, at approximately 4:45pm, Dfc. A. Woodford responded to Elberta Lane, in Huntingtown, for the report of a burglary.  The victim explained that while they were at home, they heard their garage door opening so looked outside to observe two (2) persons quickly leaving in a vehicle parked in their driveway.  Nothing appears to have been stolen or damaged.

Burglary Case #17-1544: On January 10, 2017, Dfc. R. Weems was dispatched to Anchor Drive, in Lusby, for the report of a burglary.  The victim stated that sometime between January 5 – 10th, an unknown suspect kicked in their front door, breaking the door jam and frame.  Entry was not made and nothing appeared to be missing.

CDS Violation Case #17-1851: On January 11, 2017, at approximately 10:00pm, Deputy B. Boerum conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling without a working rear brake light at the intersection of S. Solomons Island Road/Dowell Road, in Lusby.  Upon making contact with the driver, he detected the odor of burnt marijuana emitting from the vehicle.  During a search of the vehicle he discovered a small cut straw with a white powdery substance inside belonging to the passenger, Dwayne Buck, 35, of Lusby.  The driver of the vehicle was issued a traffic warning for the inoperable brake light and Buck was charged with Possession of Paraphernalia (cut straw).
Dwayne Buck, 35, of Lusby


CDS Violation Case #17-1604: On January 10, 2017, Deputy R. Shrawder was notified that while Christopher Gentry, 30, of Lusby, was being processed at the detention center for an open warrant, Correctional Officer Curtin discovered CDS paraphernalia on his person.  Gentry had been wearing multiple pairs of shorts under his pants and that during the booking search, a syringe and a burnt metal spoon were discovered in the front pocket of a pair of shorts.  He was charged with CDS Administer Equipment Possession/Distribute and Possession of Contraband in a place of Confinement. 
Christopher Gentry, 30, of Lusby



CDS Violation Case #17-1414: On January 9, 2017, at approximately 1:30pm, while Deputy B. Boerum was patrolling the Solomons area, he observed a vehicle failing to stay in its lane and cross over the line several times.  He conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of S. Solomons Island Road/Sawmill Road and detected a very strong odor of alcoholic beverage emitting from inside the vehicle.  Both the driver and the passenger consented to a search of their person and the driver was cleared.  The passenger, Tarnesha Chambers, 41, of Baltimore, MD, was found to be in possession of two (2) cut plastic straws, containing a white powdery substance, a clear plastic zip up container, with multiple small clear plastic baggies, also containing a white powdery substance and a small clear glass pipe with black burnt residue on both ends.  Chambers advised she used the pipe to smoke Crack. The driver was issued a traffic violation warning for the traffic offenses.  Chambers was placed into custody and transported to the Detention Center and charged with possession of CDS paraphernalia (cut straws) and CDS Possession of Heroin.
Tarnesha Chambers, 41, of Baltimore, MD



Destruction of Property Case #17-1979: On January 12, 2017, at approximately 3:00pm, Dfc. B. Pounsberry was dispatched to the Chesapeake Beach Town Hall, on Bayside Road, for the report of damaged property.  Upon arrival, an employee who works for the Town of Chesapeake Beach, advised that an unknown subject had caused damage to the electronic train, which was a part of their outdoor Christmas light decorations.  The lights had been knocked down, severely damaged and were no longer operational and usable.  Vehicle tire marks were located near the area; the lights were last seen undamaged on January 6th.

Destruction of Property Case #17-1774: On January 8, 2017, Dfc. C. Johnson was dispatched to the home of a victim who explained that he had parked his trailer overnight on Dayton Avenue/6th Street, in North Beach, and found a trailer tire damaged by a screw.  It appeared the screw had been intentionally put in the tire.  He stated a few days later, on January 11th, he had moved his trailer to the intersection of Dayton Ave/7th Street, in North Beach, and found a different tire had three screws in it.  Both incidences of damage appear to be intentional.  No suspects at this time.

Theft Case #17-1380: On January 9, 2017, at approximately 3:30pm, Dfc. J. Hardesty was dispatched to Duke Street, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a theft.  The victim explained they had left their wallet on the front seat of their unsecured vehicle around 1:45pm; and upon returning at 2:45pm, discovered their wallet, credit cards, medical card and driver license were all missing.

If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can report it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us  or by calling 410-535-2800. 

Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person involved in criminal activity. 

PRESS RELEASE FOR BARRICADE ON WHITE SANDS DRIVE

At approximately 12:40p.m. the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a third party indicating there was an adult male at a residence on White Sands Drive threatening to harm himself with a shotgun.  Patrol units arrived and attempted to make contact with the individual.  While patrol deputies were on the scene, contact was made with the suspect by phone.  He indicated he was not coming out, and he would shoot anyone that came to his door.  Deputies learned there was also an adult female in the house.  The female was able to escape out the front door while the deputies were talking to the suspect on the phone.  The suspect reiterated several times he would shoot anyone that came to the door.  At one point during the siege the suspect came out on the porch holding a handgun before returning inside the residence.  Special Operations Team members eventually placed chemical munitions into the house causing the suspect to surrender to the deputies.  Sheriff Mike Evans stated, “The deputies on the scene utilized great tactics and decision making skills that allowed the situation to end as peacefully as possible.”  The suspect was taken to Calvert Memorial Hospital for an evaluation.  Several charges are pending.  

Friday, January 13, 2017

PRESS RELEASE FOR SHOOTING ON TRANQUIL COURT

On Friday January 13, at about 7:30pm units responded to Tranquil Court in Prince Frederick for a report of an assault involving a gun.  The deputies located an adult male victim with gunshot wound to the shoulder.   The suspect, described as a thin black male, fled the scene prior to the arrival of the police.  The victim was flown to Baltimore Shock Trauma and is alert and conscious.   The Criminal Investigations Bureau of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office has assumed the investigation. The investigation is on-going and an update will be provided at a later time.  

Wednesday, January 11, 2017

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

Theft Case #17-224: On January 2, 2017, Dfc. P. Wood responded to the home of a victim who wanted to report a theft.  The victim explained they had parked their locked vehicle from 12:30pm – 1:30pm on Bay Avenue/Fifth Street, in North Beach, and attended the Polar Bear Charity Event.   When they returned to their vehicle, they noticed the rear passenger door was unlocked and credit cards, gift cards and money were stolen from a purse they had hidden in the vehicle.

PRESS RELEASES FOR JANUARY 9TH, 2017

During the week of January 3 through January 8 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,122 calls for service throughout the community.  

CDS Violation Case #17-450: On January 3, 2017, Dfc. J. Denton conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Little Cove Point Road/Platinum Drive, in Lusby, on a vehicle he observed travelling without a tag light and with an expired registration sticker.  As he approached the driver, Jamal Davis, 20, of Lexington Park, MD, he detected a strong odor of marijuana.  A search of the vehicle revealed (4) four clear plastic bags containing marijuana (weighing 90.3 grams) and when searching the passenger, Tyquan Mims, 20, of SE Washington, DC, he discovered a fully loaded Tarus PT 111 Pro 9mm handgun tucked into his waistband.  Both Davis and Mims were transported to the Detention Center and charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute Narcotic (Marijuana) and Possession of Marijuana 10 + grams.  Mims was also charged with CDS: Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Firearm being under the age of 21, Dangerous Weapon/Conceal and Handgun on Person.
Jamal Davis, 20, of Lexington Park, MD

Tyquan Mims, 20, of SE Washington, DC


Disorderly Conduct Case #17-970: On January 6, 2017, while F/Sgt. R. Cox was working security at Calvert Memorial Hospital, he was requested, by medical staff, to assist with a disorderly patient.  The uncooperative patient, identified as Daniel Willie, 60, of Lusby, had been asked multiple times to stop his disorderly behavior, which was disturbing other patients.   After Mr. Willie was medically cleared by hospital staff, he refused to leave the hospital and became confrontational.  He was given multiple travel options to assist in getting him back home but he continued to be disruptive.  He was placed under arrest and charged with Disorderly Conduct, Intoxicated Public Disturbance and Fail to Obey Reasonable/Lawful Order.
Daniel Willie, 60, of Lusby


Disorderly Conduct Case #17-527: On January 4, 2017, at approximately 10:35 am, Dfc. D. Clark was dispatched to the intersection of Solomon’s Island Road/Saint Leonard Road, in Port Republic, in response to a call placed by a concerned citizen who advised of a possible vehicle tampering. After making contact with persons in and around the vehicles, he determined Wilson Carroll, 27, of Prince Frederick, had active warrants through the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police and the Saint Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office.  As he attempted to place Carroll under arrest, he refused to cooperate and became extremely disorderly by yelling, swearing and dragging his legs.  Prior to placing Carroll in the Deputy’s vehicle, he located two (2) knives on his person.  He was charged with Disorderly Conduct and Possession of a Concealed Dangerous Weapon.
Wilson Carroll, 27, of Prince Frederick 


Destruction of Property Case #17-569: On January 4, 2017, Dfc. R. Weems responded to the Solomon’s Weis parking lot, located on HG Trueman Road, for the report of damage to a vehicle.  The complainant stated they parked their vehicle at 7:00am that morning and upon returning at 3:00pm, they discovered the driver’s side window had been broken.

Destruction of Property Case #17-262: On January 2, 2017, Deputy N. Barger was dispatched to Woodbridge Lane, in Huntingtown, for the report of damage to a garage door.  Upon arrival the victim explained they last observed their garage door in normal condition on December 30 and returned home on January 2nd to find  multiple dents on the lower left side of the door and it appeared the door had been pushed inward.

Theft Case #17-767: On January 5, 2017, at approximately 12:45pm, Deputy J. Ward was dispatched to the shopping center parking lot on Dares Beach Road, in Prince Frederick, for the report that a citizen had witnessed an unidentified white male opening unlocked vehicles and quickly leaving.  One of the victim’s had checked their vehicle and discovered cigarettes had been stolen.

Theft Case #17-367: On January 3, 2017, Dfc. P. Wood responded to Bright Lane, in Owings, for the report of stolen registration plates. Upon arrival he made contact with the victim who stated the front and rear plates had been stolen from their vehicle which it was either parked in their driveway, or possibly while parked at the park and ride in Waysons Corner. 

Theft Case #17-224: On January 2, 2017, Dfc. P. Wood responded to the home of a victim who wanted to report a theft.  The victim explained they had parked their locked vehicle from 12:30pm – 1:30pm on Bay Avenue/Fifth Street, in North Beach, and attended the Polar Bear Charity Event.   When they returned to their vehicle, they noticed the rear passenger door was unlocked and credit cards, gift cards and money were stolen from a purse they had hidden in the vehicle.  

If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can report it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us  or by calling 410-535-2800. 

Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person involved in criminal activity. 

Thursday, January 5, 2017

PRESS RELEASE FOR INCIDENT AT EDWARD T. HALL AQUATIC CENTER

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office has received a report of an incident involving a minor at the Edward T. Hall Aquatic Center in Prince Frederick.  The mother of a juvenile reported to officials that a man took photos of her child while he was changing in a bathroom stall.  The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office takes these allegations very seriously and a thorough investigation is underway.  A suspect has been developed and the investigation is ongoing.  This appears to be an isolated incident. However, the public is urged to contact Dfc. Livingston at 410-535-2800 with any additional information.    

Tuesday, January 3, 2017

PRESS RELEASE FOR PONDS WOOD ROAD INCIDENT - JANUARY 2ND, 2017

On January 2nd, 2017 at approximately 3:27 p.m. deputies were dispatched to a residence on Ponds Wood Road in Huntingtown for a report of a man causing a disturbance while in possession of a firearm.  While units were responding, the suspect began to make threats to “shoot it out” with the police when they arrived.  Callers from the residence identified the suspect as Douglas Jones.  The callers advised Mr. Jones resides at the same house and had assaulted one of the other residents.        

Deputies arrived at the residence and observed Mr. Jones walking around the yard with a shotgun.  They immediately set up a perimeter and attempted to make contact with the suspect.  The deputies ordered him to put down the weapon several times.  However, he refused the requests and instead pointed the shotgun toward the deputies.  The deputies were able to stay behind cover and continue giving Mr. Jones verbal commands in an attempt to get him to surrender.  Eventually the suspect placed the shotgun on the ground and was placed under arrest without injury.

Mr. Douglas Jones was subsequently charged with three counts of Assault First Degree, three counts of Assault Second Degree of a Law Enforcement Officer, and a Felon in Possession of a Rifle/Shotgun.   
Douglas Jones


PRESS RELEASES FOR JANUARY 3RD, 2017

During the week of December 26 through January 2 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,337 calls for service throughout the community.  

Burglary Case #16-73317: On December 30, 2016, at approximately 2:00pm, Dfc. R. Weems responded to Johnswoods Road, in Lusby, for the report of a burglary.  The complainant stated that sometime overnight someone entered their residence and stole an X-Box 1, two (2) Amazon gift cards and an iPhone 6.  It is unknown how entry was made but a bedroom window was found to be unsecure and the lock on one of the doors could be easily bypassed.  

CDS Violation Case #16-73351: On December 30, 2016, Dfc. A. Locke was dispatched to the Prince Frederick Starbucks for a check welfare call.  When Dfc. Locke arrived an employee of Starbucks stated that a female had been in the bathroom for approximately 45 minutes and was not responding to knocks on the door.  When he also received no response, he opened the unlocked door and discovered a white female standing at the baby changing table with two (2) hypodermic syringes, a spoon with a brown-colored cotton submerged in a liquid, an altered q-tip, cigarette lighter, bottle filled with water, pieces of toilet paper, a cell phone and a purse in plain view.  The female, Evie Miller, 36, of Lusby, was detained.  During a probable cause search of Miller’s purse, Deputy Locke located additional items:  a small zip-loc bag containing 8 balls of a tan powder substance (heroin), a cigarette wrapper with cotton inside and a clear straw.  Miller was transported to the Detention Center where she was charged with CDS:  Possession of Heroin and CDS: Administer Equipment Possession/Distribute (hypodermic syringe).  
Evie Miller, 36, of Lusby


CDS Violation Case #16-72831: On December 27, 2016, at approximately 3:00pm, Dfc. T. Buckler responded to the area of Mears Avenue, in Chesapeake Beach, for the report that a suspicious person was seen looking into vehicles.  Upon entering the area, Deputy Buckler made contact with the suspect male matching the description, John Neale, 27, of Prince Frederick.  Neale admitted he was aware he had an open warrant for Non-Support of a Minor Child.  He was transported to the Detention Center and while being processed, a straw was found hidden in his sock.  He was charged with Possession of Paraphernalia (cut straw).
John Neale, 27, of Prince Frederick


Disorderly Conduct Case #17-10: On January 1, 2017, at approximately 1:00am, Dfc. C. Childress responded to the Green Turtle, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a disorderly female.  Upon arriving witnesses explained that Darlene Colbert, 56, of Oxon Hill, MD, had been inside the establishment and accidentally picked up a cell phone that belonged to someone else.  An argument ensued in the parking lot and the owner of the cell phone received her phone back and wished no further Police involvement.  At that time Deputy Childress heard Colbert shout expletives at the victim and was informed Colbert had also punched the bartender and shoved a patron.  She was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and transported to the Detention Center for processing.
Darlene Colbert, 56, of Oxon Hill, MD



Disorderly Conduct Case #16-73112: On December 29, 2016, at approximately 8:00am, Dfc. W. Durner responded to Roy Rogers on HG Trueman Road, in Solomons, for the report of a person sleeping outside of the restaurant.   Upon my arrival he observed Austin Leaman, 21, of Lusby, asleep and leaning against the wall of the restaurant with trash and cigarettes lying all around him.  Deputy Durner recognized Leaman from the previous day when Leaman was acting disorderly outside of the Solomon’s Burger King and also earlier, on this day, acting disorderly inside the Holiday Inn, also in Solomon’s.  During both encounters Leaman was using profanity and making verbal threats.  When Leaman was told to place his hands behind his back, he began to scream profanity and would not cooperate.  Upon gaining control of Leaman and searching his person, a hand rolled marijuana cigarette was found in his left front jacket pocket.  Deputy Durner was aware that Leaman had received a Civil Citation for marijuana recently (December 15th), making this his second offense.  Due to his behavior drawing attention to patrons in the Roy Rogers, he was transported to the Detention Center and arrested for Disorderly Conduct (banned from the Roy Rogers for life) and issued a Civil Citation for the marijuana.
Austin Leaman, 21, of Lusby



Theft Case #16-72989: On December 28, 2016, at approximately 12:00pm, Dfc. P. Wood received a call for the report of a theft on Harvest Grove Lane, in Prince Frederick.  Upon his arrival the victim stated he was in the process of moving out of his house and had last been there on December 10th.  Upon returning to retrieve additional items on December 26th, he realized several items he left behind - five (5) door lock/handle assemblies, two (2) contract boxes of electrical outlets and a custom Louisville Slugger baseball bat - were now missing.


Theft Case #16-72855: On December 27, 2016, at approximately 6:30pm, Dfc. G. Gott responded to Golden West Way, in Lusby, for the report of a theft.  Upon arrival he made contact with the complainant who stated someone had stolen a 8 ½ foot, stainless steel Snow Dog VXF 85 V snow plow and a Salt Dog SHPE 2000 spreader box.  Both items were brand new and in shipping boxes sitting on a trailer in the driveway.  The theft took place sometime between 8:00pm on December 26 and 5:00pm on December 27th.


If you know who committed these crimes or any other criminal activity in Calvert County, you can report it anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us  or by calling 410-535-2800. 

Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person involved in criminal activity.