PRESS RELEASE FOR FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION AT RT. 4/LOWER MARLBORO RD ON APRIL 29TH, 2017

On April 29, 2017 at approximately 5:49 am, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to Maryland Route 4 and Lower Marlboro Rd, Owings, for a Motor Vehicle Collision.  A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2005 Toyota Highlander, being operated by Tania Hernandez of Baltimore Maryland, was traveling north on Maryland Route 4.   Witnesses stated they observed the vehicle swerving all over the roadway.   As the Toyota approached the left turn lane for Lower Marlboro Road it struck the raised concrete divider.  The Toyota then rolled into the southbound lanes of Maryland Route 4.  A 2002 Volkswagen Passat, being operated by Deon Oliver of Woodbridge Virginia, was traveling south on Maryland Route 4.   The Toyota traveled into the path of the Volkswagen.  The Volkswagen struck the Toyota on the driver’s side. Tania Hernandez was pronounced deceased on the scene as a result of injuries she received from the collision.  Trooper 2 flew Deon Oliver to Prince Georges Hospital Center with non-life threatening injuries.  At this time fatigue is considered to be a contributing factor in the collision. Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team is conducting an investigation into the collision.  Sgt. T. Phelps of CRT is assigned this investigation.  

PRESS RELEASE FOR MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION AT RT. 4/MT. HARMONY RD ON APRIL 28TH, 2017

On April 28, 2017 at 6:07 pm the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to the intersection of Maryland Route 4 and Mt Harmony Road, Owings, for a Vehicle Collision. A preliminary investigation revealed that a 2002 Honda Accord, being operated by a subject from Landover MD, was attempting to make a left turn from southbound Route 4 onto Mt. Harmony Rd. A 2011 Toyota Camry, being operated by a subject from Hyattsville MD, was northbound on Route 4 in the same area. While crossing the northbound lanes the Honda was struck by the Nissan. After the collision both vehicles traveled off the roadway. The Nissan struck a utility pole, rolled over and the engine compartment burst into flames. U.S. Park Medevac flew the driver of the Honda and a passenger from the Nissan to Med Star. Trooper 2 flew the driver of the Nissan to Baltimore Shock Trauma. All are listed in serious condition. The names of the individuals involved are not being released until family can be notified. Preliminary investigation shows failure to yield the right of way by the driver of the Honda and speed by the driver of the Nissan to be factors in the collision. Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Team is conducting an investigation into the collision.  Sgt. T. Phelps of CRT is assigned this investigation.  

PRESS RELEASE FOR INCIDENT ON RAWHIDE ROAD IN LUSBY - SUSPECT IN CUSTODY

***UPDATE - THE SUSPECT IS IN CUSTODY ***

On April 28th, 2017 at approximately 9:30 pm, units responded to a residence on Rawhide Road, Lusby, for an assist sick or injured call.  Upon arrival it was determined that Tanya Louise Harley, a 34 year old female, was deceased from an apparent gunshot wound.  Her husband, James W. Harley Jr. a 38 year old male, has been developed as the suspect.  Mr. Harley left the residence prior to deputies arriving.  He has not yet been located and the police are actively searching for him.  It is unknown if he is on foot or in a vehicle at this time.  Please report any suspicious activities.  Detective Mudd of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is the lead Detective and can be reached at 410-535-1600 ext. 2469 or muddjm@co.cal.md.us.   

James W. Harley Jr.

PRESS RELEASE FOR BP GAS STATION ROBBERY

On April 25, 2017 at 10:32 pm deputies were dispatched to the BP gas station at 2975 West Chesapeake Beach Road, Dunkirk, for a report of a robbery in progress.  When deputies arrived the suspects were already gone.  The investigation revealed a total of 4 suspects, one of which displayed a handgun, robbed the clerk of money and merchandise.  The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating this case, and is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying these individuals.  Anyone with any information is urged to contact Detective Quinn at 410-535-1600 ext 2596 or quinnmj@co.cal.md.us.      

PRESS RELEASE FOR MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION AT H.G. TRUEMAN RD AND COVE POINT RD

On April 26, 2017 at approximately 3:02 pm deputies were dispatched to the intersection of HG Trueman Road and Cove Point Road Lusby for a report of an accident with injuries.  An investigation revealed a 2003 Mitsubishi, operated by Tobriana Destiny Gantt of Lusby, was traveling north on HG Trueman and attempting to make a left turn onto Cove Point Road.  There were also 2 male juvenile passengers in the vehicle.  At the same time a 2003 Jeep, operated by Taylor Renee Bromwell of Prince Frederick, was heading south on HG Trueman at Cove Point Road.  Witnesses on the scene stated the light turned yellow as the Jeep entered the intersection.  The Mitsubishi had a circular green light, but did not yield the right of way and struck the Jeep head-on.  Both of the drivers were transported via ambulance to Calvert Memorial Hospital for non-life threatening injuries.  One of the juveniles in the Mitsubishi, a 4 year old male, was flown to Children’s Hospital.  His injuries also appear to be non-life threatening.  Charges are pending in this case.          

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

Burglary Case #17-20834: On April 22, 2017, Dfc. A. Ostazeski responded to Cowpoke Circle, in Lusby, for a report of a burglary.  The complainant explained that after hearing a loud noise outside their home around 1:30am, they looked around outside and found the lock on their shed broken and the door left wide open.  Items stolen from the shed:  a red and white Honda 70 dirt bike and two (2) five-gallon cans of Kerosene.

2017 TIKI BAR DESIGNATED DRIVER WINNERS

On Monday, April 24th Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans drew 6 winning entries from 127 participants in the Calvert County Designated Driver Rewards Program at the Solomon’s Island Tiki Bar opening, April 21st – April 23rd.  This DD program sponsored by the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, Chesapeake Region Safety Council, Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse and Bob Hall, LLC ensured that 507 revelers received a safe ride home.  

Angel Owens of Callaway, MD, won the first grand prize package of a 1 Night stay at the Holiday Inn Solomon’s, $200 cash, $50 Tiki Bar Gift Certificate and a $25 Pier Restaurant Gift Certificate.  

Kelly Nahaj of Great Mills, MD, won the second grand prize of a $100 Solomon’s Victorian Inn Gift Certificate, $200 cash, $50 Tiki Bar Gift Certificate and a $25 Stoney’s Kingfisher Gift Certificate.  

Whitney Lynch of Solomon’s won the third grand prize of a $50 Back Creek Inn Gift Certificate, $50 Tiki Bar Gift Certificate, $200 cash, $25 Stoney’s Kingfisher Gift Certificate and a $25 Lotus Café Gift Certificate.  

Megan Parlett of Lusby won the fourth grand prize of 4 Baltimore Orioles Baseball Tickets, plus a Parking Pass.  

Thomas Conrow of Port Republic won the fifth grand prize of 2 Baltimore Orioles Baseball Tickets and a $50 Visa Gift Card from the CAASA Designated Driver Award Program.  

Breenna Smith of Washington, DC, won the sixth grand prize of 2 Baltimore Orioles Baseball Tickets

*** Pictured from left to right: Calvert County Sheriff Mike Evans; CAASA Coordinator, Anna D’Agostino;

      Richard Hall of Bob Hall, LLC and LT. Shane Bolger, Maryland State Police ***

PRESS RELEASES FOR APRIL 24TH, 2017

During the week of April 17 through April 23 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,278 calls for service throughout the community.  

Burglary Case #17-20834: On April 22, 2017, Dfc. A. Ostazeski responded Cowpoke Circle, in Lusby, for a report of a burglary.  The complainant explained that after hearing a loud noise outside their home around 1:30am, they looked around outside and found the lock on their shed broken and the door left wide open.  Items stolen from the shed:  a red and white Honda 70 dirt bike and two (2) five-gallon cans of Kerosene.

Burglary Case #17-20321: On April 19, 2017, at approximately 11:00am, Dfc. C. Johnson was dispatched to Southern Maryland Blvd, in Dunkirk, for the report of a burglary. He made contact with the property manager who stated someone(s) broke into a vacant office space.  The property was last inspected on April 17, when the front door to the business was locked. Today, April 19th, he discovered the front door unlocked and entry was made by an unknown object(s).

Burglary Case #17-19984: On April 17, 2017, Dfc. A. Ostazeski spoke with a complainant at the Sheriff’s Office who wanted to report a burglary that occurred on Decatur Street, in St. Leonard.  Around 9:00pm, on the evening of April 15th, the victim had inadvertently left a pair of 14K gold diamond stud earrings in the console of one of their vehicles.  The vehicle was parked in the garage but it was left unlocked.  Sometime during the night, an unknown person entered the garage and rummaged through their vehicle, stealing the earrings. Nothing else appears to be missing from the vehicle or garage. 

CDS Violation Case #17-21000: On April 23, 2017, at approximately 2:30pm, Deputy N. Buckler was able to locate and conduct a traffic stop, at Northbound Rt. 4/Sheckells Road, in Huntingtown, on a vehicle that was broadcast as being driven all over the road.  As he approached the vehicle from the passenger side, he observed the passenger side mirror was broken.  When the driver and sole occupant, Grace Hammett, 31, of Glen Dale, MD, rolled down the window, he immediately detected the odor of raw marijuana and alcohol emitting from the vehicle. Hammett spoke with slurred speech and had red glassy eyes.  A search yielded an orange pill bottle with marijuana, a clear plastic bag with marijuana on the driver’s side floorboard, a cut plastic straw with residue, a pill bottle with no label, containing multiple CDS pills and an opened bottle of vodka.  She was charged with DUI, DWI, Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance-Not Marijuana, Possession of Paraphernalia and multiple traffic offenses.

Grace Hammett, 31, of Glen Dale, MD

Damaged Property Case #17-21080: On April 23, 2017, at approximately 2:00pm, Deputy J. Ward responded to the area of Windcliff Road and Goldstein Road, in Prince Fredrick, for the report of damaged property.  He spoke with one of the victims who stated a neighbor notified him that his mailbox was one of two (2) that were damaged.  The damage occurred sometime between 8:00pm on April 22 – 7:00am on April 23.

Damaged Property Case #17-20669: On April 21, 2017, at 11:00am, Deputy R. Shrawder responded to HG Trueman Road, in Lusby, for the report of damaged property.  He spoke with the victim who stated that they noticed 2 holes in the siding of their house.  The home sits along the edge of the golf course and the holes appear to be the size of a golf ball.  Although it does not appear there was any intent behind the damage, there was no golf balls recovered from the area. 

Theft Case #17-20743: On April 21, 2017, Dfc. A. Ostazeski responded to the Patuxent High School for the report of a stolen iPhone 5s.  The complainant explained that around 3:00pm they had placed their phone on a table within the Theater Department; when returning to retrieve it, discovered the phone missing.  This case is suspended at this time.

Theft Case #17-20679: On April 21, 2017, Deputy J. Ward spoke with a complainant at the Sheriff’s Office who wanted to report a theft.  The victim explained that back in January he had parked his truck and trailer on Holiday Drive, in Solomons, and today discovered the tag on the trailer was missing.  Due to the length of time, it is unclear when the theft actually took place.

Theft Case #17-19997: On April 17, 2017, Dfc. A. Ostazeski was dispatched to Sedalia Trail, in Lusby, for the report of a theft.  The victim explained his Jon Boat, that he stores along the edge of Lake Lariat, has been stolen.  He last saw it around 11:00pm on April 15 and noticed it missing, today, around 5:30pm.  The boat is silver/gray aluminum, twelve feet long and has a dent in the bow (front).

Theft Case #17-20003: On April 17, 2017, at approximately 6:00pm, Dfc. A. Locke was called to Christiana Parran Road, in Chesapeake Beach, for the report of a theft.  Upon arrival he made contact with the victim who stated someone stole a rear registration plate off of his motorcycle.  The bike was parked on their back deck and was covered with a tarp on January 7th.  It was on April 14th that he uncovered the motorcycle and discovered the tag missing.

Theft Case #17-19944: On April 17, 2017, Dfc. P. Wood responded to Daybreak Drive, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a theft.  He met with the victim who stated that an unknown suspect(s) had stolen the left front headlight and assembly out of their vehicle.  The vehicle was last seen with the headlight on April 16, at approximately 2:30pm.  It was parked in front of the house and was unlocked. Nothing in the vehicle other than the headlight was tampered with.

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 MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION AT RT. 4/WHITE SANDS DRIVE ON APRIL 23RD, 2017

At 8:06 pm on April 23, 2017, units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and the Maryland State Police responded to the area of northbound Maryland Route 2/4 and White Sands Drive Lusby, in reference to a serious single vehicle crash.  A preliminary investigation revealed an unknown truck towing a trailer with what appeared to be “children’s playground equipment”, dropped a large green plastic pipe (part if a slide) in lane #2 on the northbound side of Maryland Route 2/4.  A blue 2004 Ford Explorer, operated by Bertina Thompson  (26 of Lusby), was traveling northbound in lane #2, swerved to the right to avoid the debris in the roadway.  In an attempt to steer back into lane #2, the Sport Utility vehicle over corrected and induced a spin in a counter-clockwise direction.  Roadway evidence indicated that the front right tire rolled (off the rim) causing the vehicle to rollover 3 times in the roadway. 

During the rollover, a 5 year old female child, name withheld, who was seated in the third row bench seat, unbelted/unsecured/no child safety seat (exact position unknown), was ejected from the vehicle.  The front right passenger was identified as Bertha Thompson (58 of Lusby) and was not wearing her seatbelt.  Rudolph Mackall (62 of Huntingtown) was seated in the right seat of the second row bench seat and was not wearing his seatbelt.  A female infant (2 months), name withheld, was seated in the second row middle seat, in a carrier, but was not secured.  A 10 year old female juvenile, name withheld, was seated in the third row bench seat, exact position unknown, and was also not secured by a seat belt.

Bertina Thompson, sustained serious injuries and was flown by MSP Aviation Medivac Trooper 7 to Washington Hospital Center ( Medstar), where she is listed in serious but stable condition.  The 5 year old, who was ejected, was also transported by Trooper 7 to Children’s National Medical Center (Washington, DC), where she is listed a critical condition with life threatening injuries.  Rudolph Mackall and Bertha Thompson were transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital by ground transport with non-life threatening injuries.  The 10 year old female Juvenile and the 2 month old infant female were transported by MSP Aviation Medivac Trooper 2 to Children’s National Medical Center, where they are both listed as stable and being treated for non-life threatening injuries.

Winston-Salem, North Carolina: On September 18^th, 2016, Deputy Sheriff John Isenhour was struck by a vehicle at the entrance to Tanglewood Park on Clemmons Road at approximately 10 a.m. while he was working at an annual cycling event. Deputy Isenhour was transported to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, where he was treated and remained in critical condition.  We have the sad duty of reporting that Deputy Isenhour succumbed to his injuries during the evening of September 28^th, 2016, ten days after the accident.Winston-Salem, North Carolina: On September 18^th, 2016, Deputy Sheriff John Isenhour was struck by a vehicle at the entrance to Tanglewood Park on Clemmons Road at approximately 10 a.m. while he was working at an annual cycling event. Deputy Isenhour was transported to Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, where he was treated and remained in critical condition.  We have the sad duty of reporting that Deputy Isenhour succumbed to his injuries during the evening of September 28^th, 2016, ten days after the accident.

            This investigation is ongoing.  If anyone has information regarding the truck/trailer combination transporting the playground equipment, please contact DFC. Hardesty or Cpl. Moschetto of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Crash Reconstruction Team (410)535-2800. 

PRESS RELEASE FOR DFC. MOHLER'S DEPARTMENTAL ACCIDENT

On April 18, 2017 at approximately 4:45 p.m. Deputy First Class Timothy Mohler was on the shoulder of the road on the northbound side of Maryland Route 4, south of Old Field Lane in Prince Frederick.  He was seated in the driver’s seat of a marked Calvert County Sheriff’s Office vehicle.  Dfc. Mohler was completing paperwork from the previous traffic stop when his vehicle was struck from the rear by a van.  The van was operated by Mr. Robert Miller, a 74 year old male from Huntingtown.  As a result of the accident Dfc. Mohler was flown to Baltimore Shock Trauma.  Mr. Miller was transported to Calvert Memorial Hospital with minor injuries.  This investigation is ongoing, and charges are pending.  However, alcohol is not believed to be a factor in this crash.  Sheriff Mike Evans relayed, “Dfc. Mohler was released from Baltimore Shock Trauma and is resting at home.  We all wish Tim a speedy recovery.”       

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

Theft Case #17-19101: On April 12, 2017, at approximately 5:00pm, Dfc. G. Gott responded to Dusty Hoof Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft.  The complainant stated they called the police because someone had stolen a girl’s white and blue bike they had hidden under an outside tarp up against their house.  The bike was last seen around 1:00pm on April 10 and found missing on April 11 at 3:00pm.  The victim also advised while searching for their bike, they located a silver and black bike lying along the wood line near their home.  The owner of that bicycle is unknown.

2017 TIKI BAR PRESS RELEASE

Bob Hall, LLC, working together with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, Chesapeake Region Safety Council and the Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse are sponsoring a Designated Driver program to be held during the annual opening of the Tiki Bar.  The program will run Friday, April 21 and Saturday, April 22 from noon to 10:00 p.m.  

Designated drivers who register will win an instant prize ranging from can coolies, sunglasses, coolers, Bluetooth speakers, beach towels, beach mats, Grill SGT BBQ gift certificates, folding chairs, thumb drives, Blue Crabs Tickets and much more!  Designated drivers will sign a pledge card, which will be entered into a drawing for six grand prizes.  This year’s first prize package is a 1 Night stay at the Holiday Inn Solomon’s, $200 cash, $50 Tiki Bar Gift Certificate, $25 Pier Restaurant Gift Certificate.  The second prize will be a $100 Solomon’s Victorian Inn Gift Certificate, $200 cash, $50 Tiki Bar Gift Certificate, $25 Stoney’s Kingfisher Gift Certificate.  The third prize will be a $50 Back Creek Inn Gift Certificate, $50 Tiki Bar Gift Certificate, $200 cash, $25 Stoney’s Kingfisher Gift Certificate and a $25 Lotus Café Gift Certificate.  The fourth prize will be 4 Baltimore Orioles Baseball Tickets plus a Parking Pass.  The fifth prize will be 2 Baltimore Orioles Baseball Tickets and a $50 Visa Gift Card from the CAASA Designated Driver Award Program.  The sixth prize will be 2 Baltimore Orioles Baseball Tickets. The registration booth is located near the Tiki Bar entrance.

Sheriff Mike Evans will draw the grand prize tickets during a ceremony at the Sheriff’s Office on Monday, April 24th at 12:00 noon. The public is invited to attend.

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police, as well as law enforcement from neighboring jurisdictions, will be conducting DUI saturation patrols throughout the weekend as part of Maryland’s “Checkpoint Strikeforce - Over the Limit, Under Arrest” campaign.  These enforcement efforts are funded through the State Highway Administration’s Maryland Highway Safety Office and will continue throughout the spring and summer months.  Areas where a high number of DUI arrests or crashes have occurred in the past will be targeted for enforcement efforts.

PRESS RELEASES FOR APRIL 17TH, 2017

During the week of April 10 through April 16 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,289 calls for service throughout the community. 

CDS Violation Case #17-18867: On April 11, 2017, Dfc. T. Mohler conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle speeding over the legal limit.  He made contact with the driver, Charles Ramey, 34, of Bryans Road, MD, and was advised the reason for the stop.  A K9 unit responded to the scene and gave a positive alert.  Ramey was found to have a short straw and a one-dollar bill “fold” containing a white powdery substance in his left pants pocket.  He was charged on a Criminal Citation for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (cut straw) and issued the appropriate traffic citation for speeding.

Disorderly Conduct Case #17-19756: On April 15, 2017, at approximately 11:45pm, Cpl. J. Harms conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near Barreda Boulevard/Rousby Hall Road, in Lusby, after witnessing the vehicle spinning tires in the roadway.  While making contact with the driver, the passenger, Brandon Cornwell, 23, of Lusby, began yelling and cursing and would not remain in the vehicle.  He was instructed several times to return to the vehicle and stop yelling, as he had drawn attention to himself, causing occupants to look outside and several vehicles to slow down to watch.  After several futile attempts to get Cornwell to cooperate, he was arrested and charged with Disorderly Conduct and Failure to Obey a Lawful Order.

Brandon Cornwell, 23, of Lusby

Theft Case #17-19497: On April 14, 2017, at approximately 5:00pm, Deputy C. Callison spoke with a victim reporting a theft from vehicle they had parked in the K-Mart parking lot, in Prince Frederick.  The victim stated they left the vehicle for about 4 hours (8:00am – 12:00 noon) on April 11^th.  Upon returning they discovered several items missing from a tool bag they had left on the seat.  Items include:  a Snap-On Jacket, Power Probe, GPS Stream Light Flashlight, wrench set, multiple “hunting calls” (duck, goose, predator, turkey, deer) along with a box of turkey shot ammunition.

Theft Case #17-19101: On April 12, 2017, at approximately 5:00pm, Dfc. G. Gott responded to Dusty Hoof Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft.  The complainant stated they called the police because someone had stolen a girl’s white and blue bike they had hidden under an outside tarp up against their house.  The bike was last seen around 1:00pm on April 10 and found missing on April 11 at 3:00pm.  The victim also advised while searching for their bike, they located a silver and black bike lying along the wood line near their home (placed into property held for safe keeping until the owner can be located).

Theft Case #17-19076: On April 12, 2017, Dfc. A. Locke was dispatched to Carter Avenue, in Dunkirk, for the report of a stolen bicycle.  Upon arrival he made contact with the complainant who stated on either April 3^rd or April 4^th, someone stole a girl’s white and pink mountain bike (had a malfunctioning gear shifter).  If anyone has information pertaining to this missing bike, please contact the Sheriff’s Office.

Theft Case #17-19071: On April 12, 2017, at approximately 1:30pm, Dfc. A. Ostazeski was dispatched to the Prince Frederick Walmart store for the report of a shoplifter in custody.  He made contact with the store’s loss prevention officer who advised he observed a female customer, Dana  Lee, 47, of Alexandria, VA , attempting to conceal clothing items and leave the store without paying.  Due to the fact that Lee is not a Maryland resident, Dfc. Ostazeski transported her to the Detention Center where she was charged with  Theft Less Than $100.00.

Dana  Lee, 47, of Alexandria, VA

Weapon Violation Case #17-19335: On April 13, 2017, at approximately 8:00pm, Deputy R. Shrawder conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle travelling without a working tail light on St Leonard Road/Governor Run Road, in St. Leonard.  He was advised this same vehicle was reported to be illegally transporting firearms.  He made contact with the driver, Aaron Honeycutt Sr., 49, of St. Leonard, while Deputy R. Burgraff and his K9 partner, Taz, arrived on the scene and made a positive alert.  Found inside the vehicle’s trunk were three (3) guns and a silver box containing several types of ammunition.  Due to a prior conviction which bans Honeycutt from possessing firearms or ammunition, he was arrested for Illegal Possession of Ammunition and Rifle/Shotgun Possession.  He was also issued a repair order for the inoperative tag light.

Aaron Honeycutt Sr., 49, of St. Leonard

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.

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

Burglary Case #17-16446: On March 29, 2017, Deputy K. Williamson responded to Coxtown Lane, in Owings, in regards to a burglary.  The victim advised someone broke into their storage shed and stole numerous tools sometime between March 9^th & 29th.  Missing tools include: a (red) self-propelled Honda lawn mower, an (orange) tiller, a lime green and black Ryobi 2016 1700PSI pressure washer (model RY14122), an (orange) Stihl weed whacker, a Husqvarna chainsaw, a (red) Craftsman leaf blower and a Stihl ax. Tire tracks were observed cutting across the yard.

PRESS RELEASES FOR APRIL 10TH, 2017

During the week of March 27 through April 9 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 2,709 calls for service throughout the community. 

Burglary Case #17-16973: On April 1, 2017, at approximately 1:00 pm, Dfc. D. Naughton was dispatched to Our Lady Star of the Sea (Church), located in Solomon’s Island, for the report of a burglary. A church employee stated they noticed the lobby area had been rummaged through and multiple items (donated for a children’s Easter Raffle) were missing. Dfc. Naughton approached two (2) persons walking in the Church parking lot and discovered they stole the missing items.  Christina Tomco, 37, of Prince Frederick, and Salvatore Gallodoro, 38, also of Prince Frederick, were arrested for 2^nd Degree Burglary, 4^th Degree Burglary and Theft Less than $100.00.  Gallodoro was also found with straws containing Xanax residue in his shoe; he received an additional charge of CDS Paraphernalia (straw).

Christina Tomco, 37, of Prince Frederick

Salvatore Gallodoro, 38, of Prince Frederick

Burglary Case #17-16462: On March 29, 2017, at approximately 8:00pm, Deputy K. Williamson responded to Archers Lane, in Owings, for the report of a burglary. The victim advised someone stole a Pramac EG2800 T-Bar generator, model # EG2800 from their shed some time between March 15 – 29th.  The victim was not certain whether the shed was locked but there was no damage to the shed.   Tire tracks were also seen across their property.

Burglary Case #17-16446: On March 29, 2017, Deputy K. Williamson responded to Coxtown Lane, in Owings, in regards to a burglary.  The victim advised someone broke into their storage shed and stole numerous tools sometime between March 9^th - 29th.  Missing tools include: a (red) self-propelled Honda lawn mower, an (orange) tiller, a lime green and black Ryobi 2016 1700PSI pressure washer (model RY14122), an (orange) Stihl weed whacker, a Husqvarna chainsaw, a (red) Craftsman leaf blower and a Stihl ax. Tire tracks were observed cutting across the yard.

CDS Violation Case #17-17384: On April 3, 2017, at approximately 11:30pm, Deputy R. Shrawder conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of St. Leonard Road/Fountain Lane, in St. Leonard.  He made contact with the driver, Ebou Smith, 40, of Lexington Park, MD, and discovered he was in possession of Cocaine, Paraphernalia, a bottle of urine and was driving with a suspended license and had an active Calvert County Warrant.  He was arrested and charged with Alter Drug or Alcohol Test, CDS Possession of Paraphernalia (scale), CDS Possession of Cocaine, Driving with a Suspended License and served his outstanding Warrant.

Ebou Smith, 40, of Lexington Park, MD

CDS Violation Case #17-17112: On April 2, 2017, Deputy B. Sampson conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Traskers Boulevard/North Solomons Island Road, in Prince Frederick.  He made contact with the driver, Darien Chase, 19, of St Leonard, who was found to have a large plastic bag containing marijuana in his possession.  He was transported to the Detention Center and charged with CDS Possession greater than 10 grams (25.3 grams).  He also received a repair order for a broken rear center brake light.

Darien Chase, 19, of St Leonard

CDS Violation Case #17-16920: On April 1, 2017, at approximately 1:30am, Dfc. R. Kreps conducted a traffic stop on North Solomons Island Road, in Sunderland, and approached the driver, Amber Roberts, 25, of Chesapeake Beach.  Roberts was found to be in possession of a wrapper containing several pills.  She was transported to the Detention Center and charged with CDS Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Oxycodone) and Possession of Paraphernalia (cellophane wrapper).

Amber Roberts, 25, of Chesapeake Beach

CDS Violation Case #17-16310: On March 29, 2017, at approximately 9:00am, Dfc. G. Gott conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of HG Trueman Road/Village Center Drive, in Lusby. Dfc. C. Childress and his K9 partner, Flip, arrived on the scene to assist and gave a positive alert to contraband.  The driver, Derrick Estep, 27, of St. Leonard, was driving on a suspended license.  The passenger, Ashley Ballenger, 25, of Mechanicsville, MD, was found with heroin on her person, inside of a modified plastic straw.  Ballenger was charged with Possession of Heroin and Possession of Paraphernalia (straw).   While conducting an inventory search of Derrick’s wallet at the Detention Center, a modified plastic straw containing heroin residue was discovered.  Derrick was issued the appropriate paperwork for his traffic violation and Possession of Paraphernalia (cut straw). 

Derrick Estep, 27, of St. Leonard

Ashley Ballenger, 25, of Mechanicsville, MD

CDS Violation Case #17-16184: On March 28, 2017, at approximately 4:30pm, Dfc. M. Trigg conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Traditional Way/North Solomon’s Island Road, in Prince Frederick.  Cpl. R. Wilson arrived on the scene with his K9 partner, who positively alerted to contraband in the vehicle.  The driver, Jeanine Bishop, 31, of Prince Frederick, was found to be in possession of a prescription pill bottle containing Alprazolam, not belonging to her, with a large quantity unaccounted for.  Bishop was arrested for Possession of a Dangerous Nonnarcotic Drug (Alprazolam), Possession of Paraphernalia (bottle) and received a Citation for Driving with Suspended Tags.

Jeanine Bishop, 31, of Prince Frederick

CDS Violation Case #17-15994: On March 27, 2017, at approximately 4:00pm, Deputy B. Sampson was dispatched to Bandit Al Lane, in St. Leonard, for a trespassing complaint.  Responding officers made entry into the home and determined that Kathleen Bauman, 53, of Prince Frederick, was the trespasser and would not leave the complainant’s home.  She was searched and found to have pills (Zolpidem) and a small amount of marijuana on her person.  Bauman was placed under arrest for Trespassing on Private Property, CDS Possession of a Dangerous Nonnarcotic Drug (Zolpidem) and received a Civil Citation for Possession of Marijuana under 10 grams.

Kathleen Bauman, 53, of Prince Frederick

Disorderly Conduct Case # 17-17546: On April 4, 2017, at approximately 6:00pm, Cpl. A. Moschetto responded to Mint Court, in Prince Frederick, to assist the Maryland State Police with a Warrant service. Seen at the location was a disorderly subject who was cursing at Cpl. Esnes and disregarded instructions to stay put until  MSP’s investigation was complete.  Cpl. Moschetto advised Trooper Matthews to stop the fleeing vehicle because the disorderly subject had failed to obey a lawful order.  The vehicle was stopped at Yardley Drive/MD Rt. 231 and the driver, Tray Ball, 25, of Huntingtown, was detained.  Cpl. Moschetto arrived on the scene and observed a purple and silver aluminum T-ball bat, located between the driver's door and seat, and a claw hammer, in the driver’s door pocket.  He attempted to place Ball under arrest for failure to obey a lawful order but Ball continued to flail his arms to avoid arrest.    Mr. Ball continued to curse and a crowd started to gather.  He was charged with Failing to Obey a Lawful Order, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting/Interfere with Arrest, Obstructing and Hindering, two (2) counts of Possession of a Concealed Weapon (bat and claw hammer).

Tray Ball, 25, of Huntingtown

Destruction of Property Case #17-17833: On April 6, 2017, at approximately 11:00am, Dfc. T. Holt responded to Hisperia Road, in Lusby, for the report of damaged property.  The complainant advised someone had damaged their vehicle sometime between 11:30pm on April 5 and 8:00am the morning of April 6.  The driver’s side panel was damaged with orange spray paint; it appears the gas tank was also tampered with, as the gas cap was missing and the vehicle began to shake and sputter when driven.

Destruction of Property Case #17-17485: On April 4, 2017, Dfc. G. Gott was dispatched to McMichael’s Drive, in Lusby, for the report of damaged property.   The complainant explained that someone had driven through their yard around 6:30pm on April 2 and destroyed several trees on their property.

Destruction of Property Case #17-16925: On April 1, 2017, Dfc. D. Naughton responded to the parking lot of Vera’s Beach Club, located on White Sands Drive, in Lusby, for a destruction of property complaint.  The victim  advised they parked their vehicle in the parking lot overnight on March 31^st; at approximately 8:00am the next morning, they returned to their vehicle to discover the rear window was shattered.

Mail Tampering Case #17-16855: On March 31, 2017, Dfc. R. Kreps was dispatched to Chaney Road, in Dunkirk, in reference to mail tampering.  Upon arrival the victim advised that mail was removed from their mailbox and was found on the ground.  At least one envelope was opened and personal information was missing.  This crime took place sometime between 6:00pm on March 29 – 7:45pm on March 30.

Theft Case #17-17217: On April 3, 2017, at approximately 7:30am, Dfc. S. Rediker responded to the 7-11 on Hallowing Point Road, in Prince Frederick, regarding a theft in progress.  Upon arrival he spoke with the complainant who stated the suspect, Matthew Hutchins, 25, of Lusby, was seen on video, stealing an Energy Drink.  Hutchins was patted down and found to have a cut straw, containing crushed powder (Percocet), in his left front pocket.  Hutchins was issued a Criminal Citation for the Paraphernalia Possession (cut straw)  and charged with Theft Less Than $100.00 (Energy Drink).

Matthew Hutchins, 25, of Lusby

Theft Case #17-16647: On March 30, 2017, Dfc. A. Ostazeski responded to Soller’s Wharf Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft.  Upon arrival the victim stated a rear license plate was stolen off of their vehicle sometime between 12:00pm on March 29 – 1:30pm on March 30.  No suspects at this time.

Theft Case #17-16418: On March 29, 2017, Dfc. A. Ostazeski was dispatched to Rimrock Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft.   He made contact with the victims who advised their deck furniture was stolen - two (2) plastic Adirondack style chairs, two (2) matching foot stools and two (2) cushions for the chairs.

Theft Case #17-16394: On March 29, 2017,  Dfc. A. Ostazeski was dispatched to Algonquin Trail, in Lusby, for a similar report of stolen deck furniture – a two-person metal gliding chair, two (2) metal chairs matching the glider and a metal table with a glass top matching the set.  The victim stated the furniture was last seen around 2:30pm on March 27 and was noticed missing on March 28 around 7:30pm.

Theft Case #17-16277: On March 28, 2017, at approximately 12:00am, Dfc. R. Kreps and Dfc. M. Trigg responded to Wawa on Kirksville Lane, in Dunkirk, in reference to a theft in progress.  They were able to detain both shoplifting suspects, Ashley Tilch, 28, of Owings, and Brian Loy, 28, of Lothian, MD.  A search of Tilch’s purse was conducted and a light gray/brown powder (heroin) was found in her wallet.  Loy was advised to leave the property or he would be arrested.  He began to argue, use profanity and cause a scene.  At that point Loy was placed  under arrest for Trespassing on Private Property, Disorderly Conduct and Failure to Obey a Lawful Order.  Tilch was transported to the Detention Center and charged with CDS Possession of Heroin, Possession of Paraphernalia (paper) and Theft Less than $100.

Ashley Tilch, 28, of Owings

Brian Loy, 28, of Lothian, MD

Theft Case #17-16189: On March 28, 2017, at approximately 4:30pm, Cpl. R. Wilson was dispatched to Old Town Road, in Huntingtown, for the report of a theft in progress. The witness reported a black male had stolen items from the 7-11 store by placing them in a red duffle bag, left the store and jumped into a get-away vehicle.  The vehicle was followed and contact was made with the driver, Vincent Matthews, 45, of College Park, MD.  The second subject, carrying the duffle bag, had exited the vehicle and ran away.  A foot chase ensued and Samuel Jones, 31, of Temple Hills, MD was located in the Dollar General Store, where he immediately complied with orders to surrender.  He was placed in handcuffs and transported back to the 7-11.  The red duffle bag,  tossed by Jones into a nearby  dumpster, was retrieved along with five (5) stolen DVD’s from the  Huntingtown 7-11; eight (8) additional DVD’s (stolen from the Chapline 7-11) and found in the vehicle, were all recovered and returned to the respective 7-11 stores.  A search of Matthews’ wallet revealed a package of suboxone.  He was placed under arrest and charged with two (2) counts of Theft Less Than $100.00 and Possession of a Synthetic Narcotic (Suboxone).  Jones was charged with two (2) counts of Theft Less Than $100.00 and Disorderly Conduct.

Vincent Matthews, 45, of College Park, MD

Samuel Jones, 31, of Temple Hills, MD

Theft of Mail Case #17-15989: On March 27, 2017, Dfc. S. Moran was dispatched to HG Trueman Road, in Lusby, for the report of a theft.  Upon arrival he made contact with the victim who stated two (2) shirts they had ordered arrived in the mail but the package was opened, and the contents were missing.   This theft took place between March 23 – March 27.

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