***SHERIFF'S OFFICE INCIDENT BRIEFINGS - MAY 30TH, 2018

During the week of May 21 – May 27, deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,421 calls for service throughout the community.

Burglary: 18-26870

On May 21, 2018 Dfc. Holt responded to Rimrock Road, Lusby for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) had broken into the residence and damaged multiple items in the residence. The victim noticed yellow spray paint on the walls, doors, a fish tank, and a television. The estimated value of damaged property is $6,130.

Damaged Property: 18-27941

On May 26, 2018 Dfc. Barger responded to Cove Point Road, Lusby for the report of damaged property. The victim stated that sometime between May 26^th at 10:30am and May 26^th at 6:15pm an unknown suspect(s) broke their back window with a golf ball. The estimated damaged property is $200.

Theft: 18-26957

On May 22, 2018 Dfc. Barger responded to Cat Bird Lane, Owings for the report of a theft from vehicle. The victim stated that sometime between May 21^st at 7:00pm and May 22^nd at 5:30am an unknown suspect(s) entered their unlocked vehicle and stole multiple items including a light gray computer bag, gray and blue Beats headphones, three phone chargers, Six Sigma certificate book, and a Chamberlan garage door opener. The estimated value of stolen property is $350.

Arrests:

On May 23, 2018 Dfc. Trigg responded to a broadcast for a lookout vehicle that was operated by a subject with an active warrant. Dfc. Trigg located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop in the area of Skinners Turn Rd and Ginger Lane. Dfc. Trigg conducted a license check of the driver identified as Chester Jones (38) of North Beach with Emergency Communications who confirmed the active warrant and also advised Jones was operating the vehicle with a suspended license. Jones was placed under arrest. A search of Jones and his vehicle was conducted, resulting in narcotics. Jones was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Heroin).  

Chester Jones

On May 25, 2018 Emergency Communications broadcasted a lookout for a vehicle that was all over the roadway. Corporal Moschetto located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop in the area of Southern Maryland Boulevard and Doris Drive. Deputy Freeland arrived on scene and identified the driver as Justin Adler (41) of Frederick, and conducted a search of the vehicle and his persons. The search resulted in narcotics and paraphernalia. Adler was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Heroin) and CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia.

Justin Adler

On May 26, 2018 Deputy Sampson responded to the Dollar General Store, St. Leonard for the report of a CDS violation. While arriving on scene Deputy Sampson located the suspect vehicle involved and made contact with the driver later identified as Amanda Canada (39) of Prince Frederick and other occupant Billie Eure (43) of Lusby. A search of the vehicle and both occupants was conducted. The search revealed both narcotics and paraphernalia. Canada and Eure were both placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center. Canada was charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Amphetamine) and Eure was charged with five counts of CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Oxycodone, Amphetamine, Clonazepam, and Buprenorphine) and CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia.

Amanda Canada

Billie Eure

TORCH RUN 2018

Please join us on June 9^th , 2018 for the Law Enforcement Torch Run in Solomons Island, MD.  This event is a timed 5k race.  The race will benefit the MD Special Olympics Program.  Registration is at 8 a.m. with a start time of 9 a.m.  Please visit www.CalvertTorchRun.com for more information.  

   

ROBBERY - DUNKIRK CVS PHARMACY

On Monday, May 21, 2018 at 11:21 a.m. deputies with the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to the CVS Pharmacy located at 10095 Ward Rd. Dunkirk, Calvert County, MD, for a commercial robbery.  Three suspects entered the store and went to the pharmacy.  The suspects jumped the counter and demanded drugs.  During the robbery, one pharmacist was assaulted.   A weapon was implied during the incident, but was not displayed.  The suspects fled the scene in a white four door passenger car prior to the deputies arrival.  The vehicle was last seen traveling northbound on Route 4, towards Prince George’s County, Maryland.

Anyone with information regarding the suspects is asked to contact Det. Wayne Wells at 410-535-2800 ext. 2595, or via email: wayne.wells@calvertcountymd.gov . 

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

Burglary: 18-23961

On May 8, 2018 Dfc. Holt responded to San Rafael Road, Lusby for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that sometime between May 4^th and May 6^th an unknown suspect(s) entered their residence and stole US currency from the bedroom. The value of stolen property is $500.

SHERIFF'S OFFICE INCIDENT BRIEFINGS - MAY 22ND, 2018

During the week of May 14 – May 20, deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,323 calls for service throughout the community.

Theft: 18-26292

On May 18, 2018 Deputy Deleon-Suero responded to the Giant, Lusby for the report of a theft from vehicle. The victim stated sometime between 4:00pm and 4:10pm on May 18^th an unknown suspect(s) stole their purse from the passenger side of the vehicle. The purse contained multiple bank cards, perfume bottle, gift cards, and prescription glasses. The value of stolen property is $530.

Theft: 18-26410

On May 19, 2018 Dfc. Y. Bortchevsky responded to Frederick Avenue, North Beach for the report of a theft. The victim stated that sometime between May 18^th at 10:00am and May 19^th at 12:00pm an unknown suspect(s) stole their green and maroon colored single axle enclosed trailer from their driveway. The enclosed trailer contained miscellaneous items such as clothing, oriental rugs, tools, and camping accessories. The value of stolen property is $3,000.

Damaged Property: 18-25751

On May 15, 2018 Deputy M. Lewis responded to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for the report of damaged property that had occurred at Lake Lariat, Lusby. The victim stated that sometime on May 13^th an unknown suspect(s) caused damaged to their vehicle’s rear driver side quarter panel and drivers side rear bumper. The estimated damaged property is $200.

Arrests:

On May 14, 2018 Corporal Denton conducted a traffic stop in the area of Southern Maryland Boulevard and Ashwood Drive. Corporal Denton made contact with the driver later identified as Robert Kimberlin (44) of Upper Marlboro for the reasons he was being stopped. A K9 was requested and arrived on scene for a K9 scan be conducted. The K9 scan resulted in a positive alert and a search of the vehicle was completed. The search resulted in paraphernalia. Kimberlin was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with two counts of CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia.

Robert Kimberlin

On May 16, 2018 Deputy Ridgely responded to Calvert Health Medical Center, Prince Frederick for a check welfare. Deputies made contact with the subject later identified as Terry Brown (48) of Chesapeake Beach who appeared to be under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance. Emergency Communications completed a license check of Brown, and was determined he had two open warrants. Brown was placed under arrest and a search of his person and vehicle was conducted. A search resulted in narcotics and paraphernalia. Brown was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with two counts of CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Heroin and PCP) and two counts of CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia.

Terry Brown

On May 17, 2018 Deputy S. Naughton responded to the area of Main Street and Duke Street, Prince Frederick for the report of an intoxicated person. Deputy Naughton made contact with the subject later identified as Richard Huntzberry (31) of St. Leonard who was refusing to answer questions from the deputies, and had a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage emitting from his breath. Huntzberry continued to refuse directions from Deputy Naughton and the medical staff on scene. Huntzberry was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center, where he was charged with Diroderly Conduct and Intoxicated Public Disturbance.

Richard Huntzberry

On May 18, 2018 Dfc. Rediker responded to the Calvert County Detention Center for the report of an inmate with drug paraphernalia. Deputy Rediker made contact with the Correctional Deputy who advised the inmate later identified as Patricia Meadows (41) of Hyattsville had concealed paraphernalia on her persons. Meadows is being charged with CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia and Possession of Contraband- Place of Confinement.

Patricia Meadows

On May 18, 2018 Emergency Communications broadcasted a look out for a vehicle all over the roadway. Dfc. Fox responded to the area, located and observed the vehicle. Dfc. Fox initiated a traffic stop in the area of Rt. 260 and Horace Ward Road. While making contact with the driver later identified as Dean Walker (39) of Annapolis Dfc. Fox could detect a strong odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle. A search of the vehicle and his persons was conducted. The search resulted in paraphernalia and marijuana. Walker was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia, CDS: Possession-Marijuana 10+ Grams, and CDS: Possession with Intent to Distribute.

Dean Walker

SHERIFF'S OFFICE INCIDENT BRIEFINGS - MAY 16TH, 2018

During the week of May 7 – May 13, deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,521 calls for service throughout the community.

Burglary: 18-23961

On May 8, 2018 Dfc. Holt responded to San Rafael Road, Lusby for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that sometime between May 4^th and May 6^th an unknown suspect(s) entered their residence and stole US currency from the bedroom. The value of stolen property is $500.

Burglary: 18-24252

On May 8, 2018 Deputy S. Naughton responded to Patuxent Court, Prince Frederick for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) entered the residence leaving multiple boot prints throughout the residence. It was determined no items were stolen from the residence and there was no damaged property.

Damaged Property: 18-24615

On May 10, 2018 Deputy Lorenzano responded to Almost There Court, Owings for the report of damaged property that occurred on Lower Marlboro Road. The victim stated that their Caterpillar mini excavator window had been damaged by an unknown suspect(s). The estimated value of damaged property is $1,200.

Damaged Property: 18-25033

On May 11, 2018 Dfc. McDonough responded to Mills Pond Drive, Port Republic for the report of damaged property. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) had banged on the door hard enough to leave three dents in the door.

Theft: 18-23894

On May 7, 2018 Deputy Bowlan responded to Mount Harmony Road, Owings for the report of a theft. The victim stated that sometime between May 6^th at 9:00pm and May 7^th at 5:15am an unknown suspect(s) stole three cellphones and a disposable camera. The value of stolen property is $140.

Theft: 18-24702

On May 10, 2018 Dfc. R. Evans responded to Timber View Lane, St. Leonard for the report of a theft. The victim stated that sometime between May 5^th at 11:30am and 1:30pm an unknown suspect(s) stole their package from their driveway containing a surveillance camera. The value of the stolen property is $35.

Theft: 18-24739

On May 10, 2018 Deputy Deleon-Suero responded to the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for the report of a theft that occurred on Mears Avenue. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) had stolen their boat trailer registration plate. The value of stolen property is $50.

Theft: 18-24768

On May 10, 2018 Deputy Crum responded to Fowler Road, Owings for the report of a theft. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) had removed their registration plate to their motorcycle. The value of the stolen property is $75.

Arrests:

On May 7, 2018 Deputy Ridgely responded to District Court for the report of a subject altering a drug test. The Correctional Deputy advised while watching the subject later identified as Brian Melkus (32) of Catonsville take the court ordered drug test, he observed Melkus attempting to shield his body in an attempt to hide what he was doing. It was determined Melkus had someone else’s urine attached to his body in an attempt to alter the test. Once Melkus was transported back to the jail and searched again, it was determined he had cocaine concealed on his persons. Melkus was charged with Alter Drug/Alcohol Test, CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Cocaine), Possession Contraband- Place of Confinement, and CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia.

Brian Melkus

On May 11, 2018 Dfc. Boerum conducted a traffic stop in the area of S Solomons Island Road and Broomes Island Road. Dfc. Boerum made contact with the driver later identified as Bryan Gatton Jr (32) of Prince Frederick and advised him of the reason for being stopped. A check through Emergency Communications revealed Gatton was driving on a suspended license. Dfc. Boerum conducted a search of the vehicle and his persons, and located paraphernalia inside the vehicle. Gatton was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with two counts of CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia.

Bryan Gatton Jr

On May 11, 2018 Deputy Ridgely was patrolling the area of N. Solomons Island Road and W. Dares Beach Road, Prince Frederick when he was given a lookout for a female subject that possibly had a knife. Deputy Ridgely made contact with the female later identified as Jessica Hawk (20) of St. Leonard walking down the side of the road. While making contact with Hawk it was determined she had a butterfly knife concealed in her left hand. Hawk was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Dangerous Weapon-Conceal.

Jessica Hawk

On May 12, 2018 Deputy Yates conducted a traffic stop at the WaWa, Prince Frederick. Deputy Yates made contact with the driver later identified as Darren Hopkins (33) of Prince Frederick for the reason he was being stopped. While speaking with Hopkins, Deputy Yates could smell the odor of burnt marijuana coming from the vehicle. Hopkins was asked to exit the vehicle for a search to be conducted. A search of the vehicle was positive for narcotics. Hopkins was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Oxycodone).

Darren Hopkins

On May 13, 2018 multiple deputies responded to the Holiday Inn, Prince Frederick for the report of a fight in progress. As units were arriving on scene Sergeant G. Shrawder observed two vehicles attempting to leave from the scene. Corporal Harms stopped one of the vehicles with three occupants inside that were being disorderly. While trying to make contact with the occupants of the vehicle Deputy Yates could smell the odor of burnt marijuana and alcohol coming from inside of the vehicle. All occupants were removed from the vehicle and later identified as Larawnn Dicks (31) of Upper Marlboro, Nerissa Snyder (31) of Upper Marlboro, and Quentin Wilbert (31) of Colorado. While trying to place Dicks into handcuffs he continued to resist and fight with deputies. He was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Disorderly Conduct and Assault-Second Degree. Snyder was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Disorderly Conduct and Fail Obey Resonable/Lawful Order of Law Enforcement Officer. Wilbert was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Disorderly Conduct.   

Larawnn Dicks

Nerissa Snyder

Quentin Wilbert

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

Burglary: 18-22884

On May 2, 2018, Deputy Bowlan responded to Calvert Towne Drive, Prince Frederick for the report of a burglary that had already occurred. The victim advised she observed damage to the back door of the residence as if someone had kicked the door in. The home was vacant and there was no further damage. The estimated value of the damaged door is $500.

SHERIFF'S OFFICE INCIDENT BRIEFINGS - MAY 8TH, 2018

During the week of April 30 – May 6, deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,504 calls for service throughout the community.

Burglary: 18-22884

On May 2, 2018 Deputy Bowlan responded to Calvert Towne Drive, Prince Frederick for the report of a burglary that had already occurred. The victim advised she observed damage to the back door of the residence as if someone had kicked the door in. The home was vacant and there was no further damage. The estimated value of the damaged door is $500.

Damaged Property: 18-22401

On April 30, 2018 Deputy Flynt responded to Sheridan Drive, Owings for the report of damaged property. The complainant advised the glass on her back slider door to her basement had been shattered.

Damaged Property: 18-22371

On April 30, 2018 Deputy Lorenzano responded to Duchess Lane, Huntingtown for the report of damaged property. The complainant advised sometime between midnight and 7:00 AM an unknown suspect shattered the left rear passenger window on his vehicle.

Damaged Property: 18-22621

On May 1, 2018 Dfc. Ostazeski responded to Catalina Drive, Lusby for the report of damaged property. The victim stated sometime between midnight and 7:00 AM an unknown suspect damaged the rear window of her vehicle. The estimated value of the damaged window is $290.

Damaged Property: 18-23685

On May 5, 2018 Dfc. Rediker responded to Holly Drive, Port Republic for the report of damaged property. The complainant advised she arrived home to find eggs smashed on the siding of her house as well as a bag containing feces on her front porch. The estimated value of damaged property is $50.

Theft: 18-22715

On May 1, 2018 Deputy Flynt responded to the BP gas station in the Dunkirk Town Center for the report of a theft. The complainant advised sometime between April 18^th and May 1^st, an unknown suspect stole a 5’x8’ enclosed U-Haul trailer from the business.

Theft: 18-22945

On May 2, 2018 Dfc. Aurich responded to the Dunkirk Walmart for the report of an attempted theft. The unknown suspect was stopped at the door, and multiple items were recovered including socks, tank top t-shirts, underwear and an RCA converter box. The total value of the property is $99.

Theft: 18-23061

On May 3, 2018 Dfc. Aurich responded to Uncle Charlie’s Spur, Owings for the report of a motor vehicle theft. The victim advised between May 2^nd at 8:45 PM and May 3^rd at 8:00 AM an unknown suspect stole her Ford Fusion out of her driveway.

Theft: 18-23629

On May 5, 2018 Deputy Crum responded to Palisades Drive, Dunkirk for the report of a theft. The victim advised two of his gold rings were stolen in mid-January. One ring with a three carat diamond was priced at $15,000. The other with 5 small diamonds was priced at $6,000.

Arrests:

On April 30, 2018 Dfc. Fox responded to 5^th Street, North Beach for the report of a disturbance. Tristao Commodore (40) was extremely obnoxious and uncooperative when confronted by officers. Dfc. Fox, Dfc. Cress and Deputy Crum restrained Commodore while he actively resisted arrest and put up a struggle. Commodore was transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest and Second Degree Assault on Law Enforcement.

Tristao Commodore

On May 3, 2018 Deputy Ridgely conducted a traffic stop at the Prince Frederick Wawa. The driver, Brian Robert Simmons (28), was asked to step out the car and was searched by Deputy Sampson. A search of his person revealed Vyvanse, marijuana, Suboxone and a substantial amount of cash. A search of his vehicle revealed an abundant amount of drug paraphernalia, more drugs, cell phones, and bank cards that did not belong to him. Simmons was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center where he was charged with CDS: Possession with Intent to Distribute and CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia.

Brian Robert Simmons

On May 5, 2018 Deputy Rzepkowski responded to the Dunkin Donuts-Baskin Robbins in Lusby for a disorderly subject. Prior to this call, the subject, Sean Luke Braziel (27) was issued a trespass warning for the Lusby Commons Shopping Center due to him being disorderly there. Braziel was placed under arrest for Disorderly Conduct and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center.

Sean Luke Braziel

MAY 5TH DUI CHECKPOINT

On May 5^th, 2018 the Calvert County Sheriff's Office, with assistance from the Maryland State Police, conducted two separate Driving Under the Influence Checkpoints.  In total, there were approximately 900 vehicle/citizen contacts as a result of the checkpoints.  As a result of the checkpoints there was 1 DUI arrest, several CDS under 10 grams citations issued, and 2 criminal CDS arrests.  

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

Burglary: 18-21161

On April 23, 2018 Deputy Ridgely responded to Sheridan Point Road, Prince Frederick for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) broke into the detached garage and stole two 65 Holly Carburetors. The value of stolen property is $1,500.

SHERIFF'S OFFICE INCIDENT BRIEFINGS - MAY 2ND, 2018

During the week of April 23 – April 29, deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,336 calls for service throughout the community.

Burglary: 18-21161

On April 23, 2018 Deputy Ridgely responded to Sheridan Point Road, Prince Frederick for the report of a burglary. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) broke into the detached garage and stole two 65 Holly Carburetors. The value of stolen property is $1,500.

Burglary: 18-21847

On April 27, 2018 Deputy Ridgely responded to Sandy Point Road, Prince Frederick for the report of a burglary. The victim stated than an unknown suspect(s) attempted to break into the residence from a bedroom window. It was determined no items were stolen from the residence.

Theft: 18-22311

On April 29, 2018 Dfc. Kreps responded to Emmanuel Church Road, Huntingtown for the report of a theft. The victim stated that an unknown suspect(s) stole the registration plate from their trailer. The value of stolen property is $51.

Arrests:

On April 23, 2018 Dfc. Holt responded to the Weis, Solomons for a disturbance call. Upon arrival, Deputy Holt made contact with the suspect later identified as Kevin Thompson (28) of Lexington Park in the parking lot. It was determined that Thompson had two loaded handguns in the vehicle. Thompson was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with Handgun on Person and Handgun in Vehicle.

Kevin Thompson

On April 23, 2018 Dfc. D. Naughton responded to Sneade’s Ace Home Center, Lusby for the report of a theft. Deputy Naughton arrived on scene and obtained the description of the suspect and was informed two Dewalt Compact Drills had been stolen. The suspect was located in the store and identified as Richard Tucker (33) of California. Tucker was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center where he was charged with Theft: $100 to under $1,500.

Richard Tucker

On April 26, 2018 Deputy Crum conducted a traffic stop in the area of the Route 2/4 split. Deputy Crum approached the vehicle to make contact with both occupants inside and could immediately smell a strong odor chemical emitting from the vehicle. While attempting to get identification from both subjects, they appeared to be disoriented and confused. Both subjects were asked to step out of the vehicle for a search to be conducted. The search resulted in narcotics. The driver later identified as Danielle Murphy (33) of Prince Frederick and the passenger Ryan Graves (39) of Prince Frederick. Both Murphy and Graves were placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center, where they were charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (PCP).

Danielle Murphy

Ryan Graves

On April 27, 2018 Deputy Spalding conducted a traffic stop at the North Beach Town Hall. While making contact with the driver later identified as Jay Judy (23) of Crofton, Deputy Spalding could smell the odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle. Judy was asked to step out of the vehicle for a search to be conducted. The search resulted in multiple baggies of marijuana. Judy was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center where he was charged with CDS: Possession with Intent to Distribute.

Jay Judy

On April 29, 2018 Deputy Sampson conducted a traffic stop in the area of S Solomons Island Road and Hallowing Point Road, Prince Frederick. While making contact with the driver later identified as Steven Moreland (24) of Edgewater, Deputy Sampson could smell the odor of burnt marijuana emitting from the vehicle. A search was conducted of Moreland and narcotics and paraphernalia were located. A search was also conducted of the passenger in the vehicle later identified as Madison Pignona (24) of Grasonville. The search resulted in narcotics and paraphernalia. Moreland was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession with Intent to Distribute, CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Alprazolam), and two counts of CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia. Pignona was placed under arrest and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana (Alprazolam) and two counts of CDS: Possession of Paraphernalia. 

Steven Moreland

Madison Pignona