SLOAN CHARGED WITH POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE FENTANYL

On July 25, 2017, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) and Special Operations Team (SOT) executed a search warrant at 1023 Gringo Ct. in Lusby, Calvert County, Maryland.  The target of the search warrant was 31 year old Desmond Lamont Sloan.  Desmond Sloan was suspected of distributing the controlled dangerous substance fentanyl. 

During the execution of the search and seizure warrant, the search team located 6.3 grams of suspected fentanyl and a loaded .22 caliber handgun in Sloan’s bedroom.  The items were seized and Sloan was taken into custody.  DEU detectives charged Sloan with Possession with Intent to Distribute Fentanyl and for being in Possession of a Firearm during a Drug Trafficking Crime.

Sloan was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center to await his hearing before a District Court Commissioner. 

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

Theft 17-38989: On July 22, 2017 Deputy B. Sampson responded to Skipjack Road, Prince Frederick for a reported theft.  The victim stated that a Four Wheeler had been stolen from the business.  The Four Wheeler was located sitting on the edge of the woods just past Skipjack Rd.  It is believed the theft occurred between 6:00 p.m. on July 21^st and 9 a.m. on July 22^nd.   The value of the Four Wheeler is estimated at $3,000.   The investigation is still ongoing.

PRESS RELEASES FOR JULY 18TH, 2017

CDS Arrests:

·         July 11, 2017- Joseph White, 21, of District Heights was arrested for Possession of Methamphetamine, CDS paraphernalia, Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest

       

·         July 15, 2017- Matthew Thomas Zibreg, 31, of Owings was arrested for Possession of Heroin and Paraphernalia

      

·         July 16, 2017- Jason Riley, 36, of Prince Frederick was arrested for Possession of Zubsolv and (bottled urine) Possession and/or selling ‘clean urine’ for the purpose of Alter Drug or Alcohol Test

  

·         July 17, 2017- Antonella Custer, 40, of Prince Frederick and Christopher Gonzalez, 36, of Prince Frederick were arrested for Possession of  CDS Paraphernalia (syringes w/ CDS residue) and (bottled urine) Possession and/or selling ‘clean urine’ for the purpose of Alter Drug or Alcohol Test  

              

·         July 17, 2017- Raymond Stallings III, 26, of Tracy’s Landing and Linda Martin, 59, of Tracy’s Landing were arrested. Stallings was charged with Possession of Cocaine and Heroin. Martin was charged with Possession of Heroin and Paraphernalia.

 

Burglaries:

·         July 15, 2017- Deputies responded to the 8600 block of Chesapeake Lighthouse Dr, North Beach for a burglary.  Residence was entered by force. Under investigation. IR #37652

Thefts:

·         July 10, 2017 between 0430-1700 hours-, Deputies responded to the 200 block of Helena Drive, Prince Frederick for a theft report; a 5 horsepower black go cart, with a community watch sign used as the floorboard, was stolen from the yard. IR #17-36406

·         July 13, 2017- Deputies responded to the 11300 block of San Gabriel Court, Lusby for a theft; bicycle stolen.  IR#36981

·         July 13, 2017 – Deputies took a report for a recovered stolen vehicle.  The vehicle had been stolen from the 900 block of Augustus Dr, Prince Frederick. Vehicle recovered. IR #36924

·         July 14, 2017 –Deputies responded to the Fastop located at 4990 St Leonard Rd, St. Leonard for a theft report.  A sailboat and trailer were stolen from an adjacent lot.

Destruction of Property:

·         Between July 2- July 9, 2017- Deputies responded to the 200 block of Helena Drive, Prince Frederick for a theft report. A lock was cut off a storage trailer: nothing stolen. IR#17-36402

·         On July 2, 2017, Deputies responded to the 4000 block of 15^th Street, Chesapeake Beach for damage to vehicles; 5 vehicles were keyed.  IR #’s 17-34797, 17-34810, 17-34811, 17-34812, 17-34813

From the Sheriff

Sheriff Mike Evans and the Calvert County Sheriff's Office is aware of the various accusations being made by a commuter during a recent traffic stop in Calvert County.  The commuter was stopped during a laser enforced traffic initiative.  The speed was recorded as 76 mph in a 55 mph zone.  During the stop a K-9 unit positively alerted to the odor of narcotics in the vehicle, giving probable cause for a search.  The commuter was on the phone with his wife during the encounter.  It was learned during the stop that his wife has an active order for protection against him.  Deputies began to investigate the protective order and the presence of narcotics.  The commuter actively hindered that investigation by refusing to stop talking on the phone and allow a probable cause search to take place.  He was  subsequently arrested and charged with hindering the drug investigation and resisting arrest.  He was also cited for speeding.  The violation of the protective order is still under investigation. 

Although we have not yet received a specific complaint, we take these accusations on social media very seriously.  An investigation into the events that occurred during the stop was immediately initiated and is on-going.  Once all of the facts are gathered a more detailed response will follow.    The Sheriff's Office has every intention of keeping this investigation as transparent as possible.

        

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind citizens the dangers of leaving children, pets and the elderly in vehicles during the hot summer months could result in a fatality.

Cracking a window open and parking in the shade are not sufficient safeguards.

A child’s body temperature can rise up to five times faster than adults can.  A child dies with 107-degree body temperature.

Even if it is 60 degrees outside, your car can still heat up to well above 110 degrees.

Sources:http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/hot-cars-and-kids/death-hot-cars-facts-figures-prevention-n153776

  Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person responsible for a crime in Calvert County.  Anyone with information about an unsolved crime or the location of a fugitive may contact the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at 410-535-2880.  Any criminal activity can be reported anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us.

PRESS RELEASE REGARDING SOCIAL MEDIA COMPLAINT CONCERNING MEMBERS OF THE CALVERT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Sheriff Mike Evans and the Calvert County Sheriff's Office is aware of the various accusations being made by a commuter during a recent traffic stop in Calvert County.  The commuter was stopped during a laser enforced traffic initiative.  The speed was recorded as 76 mph in a 55 mph zone.  During the stop a K-9 unit positively alerted to the odor of narcotics in the vehicle, giving probable cause for a search.  The commuter was on the phone with his wife during the encounter.  It was learned during the stop that his wife has an active order for protection against him.  Deputies began to investigate the protective order and the presence of narcotics.  The commuter actively hindered that investigation by refusing to stop talking on the phone and allow a probable cause search to take place.  He was  subsequently arrested and charged with hindering the drug investigation and resisting arrest.  He was also cited for speeding.  The violation of the protective order is still under investigation.  

Although we have not yet received a specific complaint, we take these accusations on social media very seriously.  An investigation into the events that occurred during the stop was immediately initiated and is on-going.  Once all of the facts are gathered a more detailed response will follow.    The Sheriff's Office has every intention of keeping this investigation as transparent as possible.

PRESS RELEASES FOR JULY 12TH, 2017

Robbery:

On 7/9/17 at approximately 0534 hours, Deputies were dispatched to the 7 Eleven located at 2849 W Chesapeake Beach Rd in Dunkirk for a robbery.  Money was stolen from cash register. Case #17-36107

           

CDS Arrests:

Melissa K Tuzzo, 30, of Lusby for possession of oxycotin and paraphernalia.

Douglas Sutherland, 52, of Lusby for possession of paraphernalia

 

Desmond Curtis Freeland, 27, of Chesapeake Beach for Possession of Barbiturates

            Kayla M Preddy, 21, of King George, VA for Possession of cocaine and Paraphernalia

Charles Bell Horton, 51, of Niagara Falls for Possession of Marijuana over 10 grams

Rodney L Washington, 46, of Temple Hills for Possession of cocaine

            Timothy B Haut Jr, 31, of North Beach for Possession of heroin       

Burglaries:

            On 7/8/17 at 2216 hours, a burglary occurred in the 800 area of Bison Court, Lusby. Two individuals were seen running from the shed. Items stolen were a Black and Decker leaf blower and a bag of misc. tools.

           

Thefts:

On 7/7/17 approximately 07:06 hours, deputies responded to the Wawa located at 305 Market Square Dr, Prince Frederick for a theft of a stolen vehicle.  Vehicle was recovered in Lusby.  Douglas E Sutherland, 52, of Lusby charged with Theft: $10,000 to under $100,000.00.

Destruction of Property:

·         Between 7/1-7/6/2017, a vehicle in the 1900 area of Richard Lane in Lusby was scratched with a sharp object.

·         On 7/6/17, a home in the 8800 block of Buckingham Court in North Beach had its solar lights damaged.

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind citizens the dangers of leaving children, pets and the elderly in vehicles during the hot summer months could result in a fatality.

Cracking a window open and parking in the shade are not sufficient safeguards.

A child’s body temperature can rise up to five times faster than adults can.  A child dies with 107-degree body temperature.

Even if it is 60 degrees outside, your car can still heat up to well above 110 degrees.

Sources:http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/hot-cars-and-kids/death-hot-cars-facts-figures-prevention-n153776

Crime Solvers offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest or indictment of a person responsible for a crime in Calvert County.  Anyone with information about an unsolved crime or the location of a fugitive may contact the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at 410-535-2880.  Any criminal activity can be reported anonymously online by clicking the Crime Solvers link at www.CalvertCountySheriff.us.

PRESS RELEASE FOR WHITE SANDS SHOOTING

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance.

On Monday June 5, 2017 at 2152 hours, units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 616 Field Road Lusby, Maryland (White Sands Subdivision) for a reported drive-by shooting.  Investigation confirmed that unknown subjects had fired several rounds into the home.  At the time of the shooting, there was an adult male and four (4) children in the home. 

Detective Hawkins of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is the assigned investigator in reference to this incident. 

If anyone has any information in reference to this incident please contact Detective Hawkins at (410) 535-2800 ext.2456 or by email at Ricardo.Hawkins@calvertcountymd.gov  Refer to case number 17-29316.  You can remain anonymous. A reward is available if your information leads to an arrest and conviction in this case.   

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

On 7/8/17 at 2216 hours, a burglary occurred in the 800 area of Bison Court, Lusby. Two individuals were seen running from the shed. Items stolen were a Black and Decker leaf blower and a bag of misc. tools.

JONES THANKS SHERIFF'S OFFICE

On July 10^th Sheriff Mike Evans was able to meet with Arthur Jones at the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office.  Arthur Jones is dual enrolled in The Center for Life Enrichment and The ARC of Southern Maryland.  He also works for the State highway Administration as a Custodial Crew Member.  Through the ARC of Southern Maryland, Arthur volunteers to assist with local law enforcement training.  This training helps to educate law enforcement in communicating and interacting with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities.  Arthur wanted to thank his local law enforcement for their dedication and hard work by presenting a photo of himself with The Center for Life Enrichment bus.  This photo will proudly be displayed in the lobby of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office.  

ATTEMPT TO IDENTIFY THEFT SUSPECTS

The following individuals are suspects in multiple theft to commercial businesses in Prince George, Anne Arundel and Calvert County. Anyone with information in reference to the identity of the suspects or the owner of the vehicle is asked to contact Det. Wells with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at 410-535-1600 ext. 2595 or by email at wellscw@co.cal.md.us. Refer to case #17-36107.