Tuesday, November 25, 2014

PRESS RELEASES FOR NOVEMBER 24TH, 2014

During the week of November 17 through November 23 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,516 calls for service throughout the community. 
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.
CDS Violation Case #14-65000:
On November 18 at 11:24 P.M. Dep. C. Idol responded to 98 Solomons Island Road in Prince Frederick to assist another officer on a traffic stop.  He made contact with the driver of a vehicle who was found to be in possession of a suspected schedule I synthetic drug, K2/Spice, packaged as Scooby Snax.  There were several empty packages of blue and pink colored Scooby Snax.  A partially smoked cigarette containing the suspected synthetic drug was also confiscated.  The driver, Philipp Edwin Roy, 20, of Lusby, was arrested and charged with CDS: possession not marijuana and CDS: possession of paraphernalia.
Philipp Edwin Roy, 20, of Lusby

CDS Violation Case #14-65063:
DFC R. Cress was stopped a traffic light on Md. Rt. 4 north and Chaneyville Road in Owings on November 19 at 9:49 a.m.  Operating police equipment on his vehicle, he was alerted that a nearby vehicle’s registered owner’s license was suspended or revoked.  DFC Cress then conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle near Yellow Bank Road and contacted the driver, identified as Sharita D. Gross, 32, of Lexington Park.  He detected the smell of fresh marijuana.  Gross was subsequently arrested and charged with driving on a suspended and revoked license, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute, possession of marijuana in the amount of at least 10 grams, and possession of paraphernalia; plastic baggies.
Sharita D. Gross, 32, of Lexington Park

Theft from Vehicle Case #14-65163:

Sometime between November 17 and 19, a Remington Express 12 gauge shotgun was stolen from inside a vehicle.  It is unknown when and where this occurred but there is no damage to the vehicle to indicate that it had been locked at the time of the theft.  Dep. T. Buckler is investigating.

Theft Case #14-65219:

Overnight between November 19 and 20, someone stole a 4x8 foot utility trailer that had been parked behind a residence in the 3900 block of 5th Street in North Beach.  DFC C. Johnson is investigating.

Theft from Vehicle Case #14-65349:

Someone stole a can of pepper spray from inside an unlocked vehicle at a home in the 4500 block of Sixes Road in Prince Frederick.  DFC J. Denton is investigating the theft that occurred sometime between November 16 and 20.

Theft Case #14-65400:

An employee at the Chesapeake Beach Fastop on Bayside Road advised Dep. T. Buckler that $200 in cash was stolen from her purse while she was working at the store between November 19 at 9:30 p.m. and November 20 at 7:30 a.m.  The investigation continues.

Destruction of Property Case #14-65518:

A vehicle parked in the garage of the Oyster Bay Place Community in Dowell sustained a large scratch on each of the vehicle’s doors sometime between November 20 and 21.  DFC J. Bell is investigating.

Theft Case #14-65549:

DFC J. Lord is investigating the theft of a Stihl chainsaw from Dunkirk Hardware located on Town Center Boulevard in Dunkirk.  A store employee advised that a Hispanic male entered the store on November 21 at 5:55 p.m., picked up the chainsaw and fled the store without paying.  The male left the area in a red pick-up truck.  The chainsaw is described as being white and orange in color and model number MS211C valued at $299. 



Friday, November 21, 2014

CALVERT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE PAYS RESPECT TO FORMER ST. MARY'S COUNTY SHERIFF WAYNE L. PETTIT

Sheriff Evans and the Calvert County Sheriff's Office would like to pay our respects and offer our condolences to the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office for the loss of their former sheriff, Sheriff Wayne L. Pettit.  Rest In Peace, Sheriff Pettit and thank you for your service to the citizens of St. Mary's County and the State of Maryland.



BUZZED DRIVING IS DRUNK DRIVING



Let’s say you go to a holiday party, you stay a few hours and have a few drinks. When it’s time to go, you think to yourself, “I’m fine to drive. I’ve only had a few drinks, and I barely feel buzzed.” You get in your car and drive toward home.  This act places you at risk of facing the consequences of drunk driving.  Buzzed driving places you and others on the road in danger of a crash; or worse, death.   Designate a sober driver.

Unfortunately, this scenario is all too realistic. Many people wrongly believe there’s a magic number of drinks or hours that determine your blood alcohol concentration (BAC).  But it’s different for every person. Many factors go into the effect alcohol has on your body. Everywhere in our country, it’s illegal to drive with a BAC of .08 or higher. A major misconception is that you have to be stumbling around drunk to be over that limit. For many people, it doesn’t take much alcohol to be too impaired for driving.

Drivers convicted of DUI have many excuses, but the reality they all have in common is this: they didn’t plan ahead.  Designating a sober driver ahead of time is the only fool-proof way to avoid the dangers of drunk driving. If you wait until you’ve been drinking to gauge your level of impairment, it’s already too late.  You might tell yourself and others that you’re “okay to drive” when you’re not. Even one drink can impair your judgment and reaction time enough to cause you to overestimate your own abilities as a driver.

So next time you’re going to drink, do us all a favor and make a plan. Some simple ideas: leave your keys at home or give them to a friend; designate a sober driver who isn’t drinking at all; tell others your intentions about driving and stick to the plan; and most importantly—once you’ve had anything to drink, do not drive. Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving, so make the choice: are you drinking tonight or are you driving?

Drunk driving is never the right choice, no matter what. Even if you didn’t plan ahead, there’s always another way home. You could call a friend or family member to pick you up, use public transportation, or call a taxi. And if you think you don’t have money for a cab or you’re worried about leaving your car somewhere overnight, think about the alternative: a DUI costs about $10,000.
Please remember to stay safe by driving sober or by designating a sober driver.  


YOU CHOOSE: DRINK OR DRIVE

Calvert County, MDThe holiday season is right around the corner. As Americans prepare for festivities with family and friends, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) wants to remind all drivers that it’s dangerous to drive after drinking. You have to choose your role before drinking begins: will you drink or will you drive? Remember, even if you only have a little bit to drink and think you’re “okay to drive,” you could still be over the legal limit, because Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

Sheriff Mike Evans explained the slogan: “A lot of folks think they know their own limits. They think that if they’re just a little ‘buzzed,’ then they’re still good to drive. “Time and again, drivers who may have only had a couple of drinks put themselves and others at serious risk,” he added.  “Driving with any alcohol in your system can be dangerous.”

In every state in the country, it’s illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 grams per deciliter (g/dL) or higher. And for some people, it doesn’t take much to reach that level. “We really want all drivers to understand that you don’t have to be falling-down drunk to be too impaired to drive,” said Sheriff Evans. That’s why the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is working with NHTSA to spread the message: Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

This anti-drunk-driving campaign aims to inform all Americans about the dangers of driving after drinking—even after drinking just a little. Drunk driving has become a terrible killer on our nation’s roads. Every year, more than 10,322 people are killed by drunk drivers in America. This time of year is especially dangerous due to holiday celebrations and frequent parties. In December 2012 alone, there were 830 people killed in crashes involving at least one drunk driver or motorcycle operator. On average, a third (31%) of all crash fatalities in America involves drunk driving. 

So this holiday season, NHTSA urges you to plan ahead: designate a sober driver. If you plan on drinking at all, don’t plan on driving. Don’t just assume that you’ll know whether you can safely drive or not at the end of the night.

In Calvert, Sheriff Evans urges drivers, please remember these tips to avoid a DUI and keep our roads safe:

·        Even one drink can impair your judgment and reaction time and increase the risk of getting arrested for driving drunk or having a crash.
·        If you will be drinking, do not plan on driving.  Plan ahead; designate a sober driver before the party begins.
·        When you know you’ll be drinking, leave your keys at home or give them to someone else.
·        If you have been drinking, do not drive—even a short distance. Call a taxi, phone a sober friend or family member, or use public transportation.


Remember, it is never okay to drive after drinking. Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY AT DUNKIRK BP GAS STATION

On November 19 at approximately 11:21 p.m. units from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the BP Gas Station and Shop, located on Md. Route 260 just prior to Md. Route 4 in Dunkirk, for the report of an attempted robbery.
Upon arrival units learned that two suspects who appear to male, attempted to gain entry into the store, which was open for business. Suspect number one is described as a 5’7” to 5’9” male, dressed in a Santa suit with a full wig and beard.  Suspect number two is described as a 5’11” to 6’01” male wearing all black or dark clothing, including a mask, and is armed with what appears to be an AK-47 style assault rifle.  It is unknown if the firearm is real or a replica style toy.  As the suspects approached the door, the suspect dressed in Santa attire attempted to open it but was unable to do so because it was locked. The suspects then fled on foot. 
Det. H. Rich of the Criminal Investigations Bureau was on the scene and has assumed the investigation.  Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Rich at 410-535-1600 extension 2765.

Citizens with information on this crime or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.

PRESS RELEASES FOR NOVEMBER 20TH, 2014

During the week of November 10 through November 16 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,370 calls for service throughout the community. 
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.
Theft from Vehicle Case #14-63672:
A woman reported to Dep. C. Idol that on November 12 during the daytime hours she parked her vehicle at the College of Southern Maryland Prince Frederick Campus.  She does not remember if she locked the vehicle.  When she returned home, she realized that her white Apple laptop, valued at $500, was missing.
Burglary Case #14-63966:
A homeowner in the 800 block of Warner Drive in Huntingtown reported to DFC R. Cress that on November 14 at about 4:17 a.m. she saw an unidentified man at the bottom of the garage steps in her home.  The man turned and fled.  Nothing was taken. It appears entry was made through an unlocked door.
Theft Case #14-64067:
Unknown suspect(s) stole an external residential air conditioning/heat pump unit from a home in the 600 block of Marley Run in Huntingtown.  It is unknown when the theft occurred.  Dep. J. Migliaccio is investigating.
Burglary Case #14-64199:
The neighbor of a home in the 3100 block of Loring Drive in Huntingtown advised DFC J. Livingston that on November 15 at approximately 8:00 p.m. he observed two subjects enter the home which is currently unoccupied.  He approached the two subjects who then left the scene.  The case is currently under investigation.
Theft Case #14-64215:
DFC J. Livingston charged Steven Ralph Hill, 48, of Prince Frederick, with theft less than $1,000 when Hill was caught stealing over $150 worth of food items from the Prince Frederick Giant.  A citizen called police on November 15 around noon after observing Hill leave the store with the items and not stop to pay then place the items in his vehicle.
Steven Ralph Hill, 48, of Prince Frederick

Destruction of Property Case #14-64308:

A woman reported to DFC R. Kreps that on November 15 at 10:00 p.m. she was traveling on M.I. Bowen Road in Prince Frederick in her vehicle and passed an oncoming vehicle.  Someone inside the oncoming car threw an egg at her windshield.  There was no damage done.

Monday, November 17, 2014

PRESS RELEASE FOR YOUNG GIRL BITTEN BY DOG

On November 16 at approximately 4:35 p.m. the Calvert County Control Center received a 911 call in reference to hearing gunshots and people screaming. A second phone call was received from a man who stated that he had shot a dog that was attacking his granddaughter in the 700 block of White Sands Drive in Lusby.  A seven year old girl was bitten in the face/neck area by a pit-bull type dog and was taken to Calvert Memorial Hospital for treatment.  One pit-bull type dog, blue with a white chest, was transported to the Mid-Atlantic Animal Specialty Hospital (MASH) on Old Town Road in Huntingtown where he succumbed to his injuries. Animal Control Officer Sheckels is still investigating this bite incident and is still attempting to locate the owner(s) for the deceased dog. The second dog, which ran from the area, is described as a pit-bull type breed that is white with either brown or black spots. 

If anyone has any information on the identity of the dogs’ owner(s) or may have seen the two described dogs prior to or after the incident are asked to contact the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office at 410-535-2800.

Monday, November 10, 2014

PRESS RELEASES FOR NOVEMBER 10TH, 2014

During the week of November 3 through November 9 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,475 calls for service throughout the community. 
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.
Destruction of Property Case #14-62228:
Someone punctured the two passenger side tires of a vehicle parked in the driveway of a home in the 900 block of Childress Lane in Lusby overnight between November 6 and 7.  Dep. J. Migliaccio is investigating.
Theft Case #14-62316:
A blue and silver boy’s mountain bike valued at $80 was stolen from the back yard of a home in the 12400 block of Catalina Drive in Lusby on November 6.  Someone saw an unidentified male riding the bike away from the home in the direction of North Catalina Drive.  Dep. T. Holt is continuing the investigation.
CDS Violation Case #14-62553:
On November 7 at 9:53 p.m. Dep. M. Trigg responded to the Super 8 Motel in Prince Frederick for the report of suspected drug activity.  A hotel employee advised Trigg that they could smell the odor of marijuana coming from one of the hotel rooms.  Dep. Trigg knocked on the door and was allowed entry.  Trigg detected a strong odor of marijuana and cigarette smoke.  The room occupant, DaShawna R. Jones, 23, of Huntingtown, was found to be in possession of suspected drug paraphernalia and was charged with the same.
DaShawna R. Jones, 23, of Huntingtown


Tuesday, November 4, 2014

CALVERT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE PARTICIPATING IN USMC TOYS FOR TOTS PROGRAM


The Calvert County Sheriff's Office is participating in the United States Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots program.  The Toys For Tots program accepts new, unwrapped toys & distributes them to needy children in Calvert County.  The lobby of the Sheriff's Office is one of many drop off locations.  There are other locations throughout the county.  Go to CalvertToysForTots.com for those locations.  Let's help to make a child's Christmas a little bit brighter this year.  Thank you.

Sunday, November 2, 2014

PRESS RELEASES FOR NOVEMBER 2ND, 2014

During the week of October 27 through November 2 deputies of the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to 1,231 calls for service throughout the community. 
Citizens with information on the following crimes or any criminal activity in Calvert County who wish to report it anonymously can now access the Calvert County Crime Solvers link through the Sheriff’s Office website.  
Go to http://www.co.cal.md.us/residents/safety/law/sheriff/ and click on the Crime Solvers link to leave an anonymous tip on-line.  Information leading to the arrest and conviction of a suspect could result in a $1,000 reward.
Theft from Vehicle Case #14-60471:
Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle in the driveway of a home in the 4000 block of Sparkleberry Court in Prince Frederick overnight between October 27 and 28.  A set of keys and a change purse were stolen.  Dep. N. Gilmore is investigating.
Theft Case #14-60563:
Sometime between 7:00 p.m. on October 24 and 7:00 a.m. on October 28 someone stole a Stihl MS 290 18 inch chainsaw, a Shindalwa EB 630 backpack leaf blower and a Shindalwa DH 254 hedge trimmer from a work trailer parked outside a home in the 2000 block of Lowery Oaks Road in Huntingtown.  The total loss is $1,890.  DFC R. Kreps is investigating.
Destruction of Property Case #14-60651:
A victim in the 4700 block of Maryland Avenue in St. Leonard advised Dep. M Trigg that between October 28 and 29, someone broke out the rear window of her vehicle.  The damage is estimated at $150. 
Theft from Vehicle Case #14-61071:
Dep. W. Rector is investigating a theft from vehicle that occurred in the 2800 block of Dunleigh Drive in Dunkirk between October 30 and 31.  The front passenger window was broken out and a purse was stolen.
Theft from Vehicle Case #14-61080:
The driver’s side rear window of a vehicle on Morning Glory Lane in Dunkirk was smashed overnight between October 30 and 31.  A purse containing a Pandora bracelet and other items was taken.  Dep. W. Rector is continuing the investigation.
Theft from Vehicle Case #14-61086:
Dep. W. Rector is investigating the theft of cameras from a vehicle parked outside a home in the 3000 block of Soper Road in Huntingtown on October 27.