LEXINGTON PARK --- According to Capt. Daniel Alioto, commander of the St. Mary’s County Vice Narcotics unit, detectives began an investigation into the distribution of prescription medication in a Lexington Park neighborhood after complaints about drug dealers operating in the area.
The target of the investigation emerged as Craig Wesley Norton, 38, of Lexington Park.
Police say that a Search and Seizure Warrant was obtained for Norton’s home located on Hillside Drive. Vice Narcotics Detectives were assisted by the St. Mary’s County Emergency Services Team. Once inside, Detectives located 160 Percocet pills. Suspect Norton was arrested and additional charges are pending a State’s Attorney’s Office review.

Vice Narcotics Detectives identified suspect Adriene Lydell Hebb, 31, of Leonardtown, as a distributor of cocaine. A search and Seizure Warrant was obtained and executed by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services Team. This residence, located in Hollywood, Maryland, was a distribution point for cocaine, say police.
Hebb was found to have more than $5,000 worth of cocaine as well as marijuana and firearms. Property proceeds were also seized. Suspect Hebb was originally being held on a “No Bond” status.

Alioto reports that during an undercover operation Vice Narcotics Detectives encountered Emmanuel Ezmon Fagon, 31, of Bowie, Maryland. Police say that Fagon had a large quantity of a substance he was trying to sell as cocaine. It was determined that the substance was not cocaine. Fagon was charged with “Possession of Fake with the Intent to Distribute”.

Garrick Malik Johnson, 20, of Lexington Park was arrested on an open Grand Jury Indictment for “Conspiring to Distribute Cocaine” and “Distribution of Cocaine”. Vice Narcotics Detectives identified Johnson as a cocaine distributor and purchases of cocaine were made.

Burglar cleaned out barn of auto parts
On Monday, November 2, 2009 at 10:37 am, Tpr. M. J. Pitcher responded to the 24000 block of Maypole Road in Leonardtown for the reported Theft under $1,000.00. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 50, of Leonardtown who advised between October 29 and October 30, 2009, unknown suspect(s) entered the barn and stole a car battery, fan belt, two tires (185x65x14) and a lower engine pulley. Total loss of property estimated at $330.00. The suspect(s) also damaged the hood on the green 1997 Honda Civic and the OEM Honda radio unit, total damage is $190.00. Neighborhood checks were conducted with negative results. The investigation is ongoing.

Somebody wanted their mail
GREAT MILLS – Police report that on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 at 11:53 am, TFC C. M. Evans responded to the Great Mills Post Office in the 20000 block of Point Lookout Road in Great Mills for the reported Malicious Destruction of a mailbox. Contact was made with the female employees of the Post Office who advised unknown suspect(s) damaged a mailbox by drilling out the lock and removing the door from its hinges. Estimated damage to the mailbox is $100.00 and the incident is still under investigation.

Cops say woman dipped in till at Target

CALIFORNIA — Police say that an unauthorized partner was discovered at a local store. St. Mary’s Sheriff’s officers report that on October 19, 2009. Dfc Jason Maletto investigated an internal theft at the Target Store in California, Maryland. The investigation determined Rynica Dickerson, a Target employee, 22, of Lexington Park stole money from a cash register over a period of several weeks totaling $1,618.00. Dickerson was arrested, charged with theft and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending a hearing before the District Court Commissioner.

Kid punched, man arrested

ST. INIGOES — Police report that on October 20, 2009, Dfc Keith Moritz investigated a reported assault which occurred at a residence in St. Inigoes. James Wayne Murphy, 44, of St. Inigoes punched a 17 year old male. Murphy was arrested, charged with second degree assault and released to the custody of the St. Mary’s County Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

The utility pole jumped out in the road in front of him

On October 21, 2009, Cpl Deborah Milam responded to Maddox Road at Longview Beach for a report of a vehicle striking a pole. During Cpl Milam’s investigation, she determined the vehicle operator, Michael Williams, 43, of Waldorf was impaired. Further investigation resulted in the discovery of suspected liquid PCP inside the vehicle. Williams was arrested, charged with Driving While Impaired and possession of a controlled dangerous substance.

No arrest for shoplifting: A Grey Goose Trip to Hotel St. Mary’s avoided by signing citation

LEXINGTON PARK — Police report that on October 21, 2009, St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Deputy Matthew Rogers investigated a theft from McKays in Lexington Park. Police say that Dep Rogers investigation determined Oliver Smith, 23, of Great Mills removed merchandise (bottle of Vodka) from the business without paying. Smith, who had fled the business prior to Deputy Roger’s arrival was located nearby. Smith was charged on a criminal citation for Theft.

Gunfire on the Patuxent! 　

HOLLYWOOD — According to Maryland State Police Sgt. Jeff Jones, police were called after a man allegedly shot at two men on a boat in the waters of the Patuxent River in front of his shoreline.

On 10/22/09 at approximately 10:30 am, the Department of Natural Resources Police contacted the MSP Leonardtown Barrack in regards to a shooting that took place on the pier of a residence located at 43324 Riverside Dr., Hollywood, MD at 8 am.

 John Linwood Trossbach Jr. and Nicholas Steven Clarke told police that they were boating in the Patuxent River approximately 500 to 1000 yards off shore of the above residence.

The suspect, Brian Egan Dalsey, 47, from the above address was observed standing on the pier brandishing a black handgun. The victims observed Dalsey firing into the water at approximately 20 feet off the pier. A brief verbal altercation took placed between the victims and Dalsey. As the victims were driving away from Dalsey he jumped into a boat located near the pier and began to drive towards the victims.

Dalsey approached the victims in his boat and again, pointed a small black handgun at them demanding that they leave.

Dalsey fled the scene prior to the arrival of law enforcement.

Later the same day BCI detectives executed two search and warrants at the above residence.

That evening, Dalsey was located at his residence and was taken into custody. He was transported to the St. Mary’s County Bureau of Criminal Investigations for questioning. He was later transported to the County Detention Center. He was served with an open warrant, charging him with two counts of 1st degree assault. Dalsey is incarcerated pending a hearing with the District Court Commissioner.

It’s the Christmas Stealing Season at the Mall in Waldorf!
 

The Mall in Waldorf is busy putting up decorations and shoppers are looking for sales and when they take a short break for lunch, they let their guards down and become victims of the lowlife cockroaches who lurk in every corner.

Charles County Sheriff’s spokesman Diane Richardson reports that on Oct. 21 at 1:54 p.m., officers responded to the food court at the St. Charles Town Center for the report of a theft in progress.

Investigation revealed two women were seated at separate tables eating lunch when an unknown suspect ran past each table and grabbed their purses. He ran down the corridor and into the parking lot.

A witness ran after the suspect and grabbed hold of him at a nearby business. The suspect broke free, dropping one of the stolen purses. Responding officers observed the suspect running through a neighborhood and gave chase on foot but lost sight of him as he entered a wooded area near Chestnut Street.

Officers canvassed the area and located the victims’ wallets, cell phones and other items. No one was injured.

The suspect is described as a black male in his late teens, thin build, and short hair. At the time of the theft, he was wearing a white polo style shirt, a gray t-shirt, and dark pants. Anyone with information is asked to call the Charles County Sheriff’s Office at (301) 932-2222. Officer D. Major is investigating.

Repo Man Didn’t Have a Gun; Mugged by Gang in Bad Hood
 

LEXINGTON PARK --- Police say that on October 15, 2009 at approximately 1130 p.m., a 29-year-old male from Prince Frederick, Maryland was attempting to locate a vehicle he was repossessing in the area of Hilton Drive in Lexington Park.
The victim was confronted by three black males in their late teens or early twenties, wearing black hooded pullovers and two with black ball caps.
The three suspects began hitting the victim and attempted to get his wallet.
The victim fought back possibly injuring one of the assailants.
All three suspects then fled into a wooded area. St. Mary’s County BCI detectives are investigating the incident and ask anyone with information contact them at (301) 475-4200 ext. 1963.
 

Boatload of Baloney Lands Man in Slammer

– HOLLYWOOD — State Police report that on Thursday, October 1, 2009 at 8:06 pm, TFC R. B. Rezza responded to the 43000 block of Sunny Ridge Lane in Hollywood for the reported Assault. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 45, of Hollywood. He advised he had gotten off his boat at the Joy Point Marina in California and was attempting to leave the area when he was approached by the suspect, Matthew William Briscoe (aka: Richard Thomas Kozek), 47, of California. An argument ensued over the suspect’s dog.

The victim was pushed to the ground and the suspect grabbed a wood splitting maul and threatened the victim with it. The victim went home where he reported the incident to the Maryland State Police.

TFC Rezza interviewed a male witness, 53, of Loveville who confirmed the victim’s story. TFC Rezza and TFC Moore went to the suspect’s residence and interviewed him about the incident. The suspect identified himself as Matthew William Briscoe, 47, of California but could not produce any identification. Mr. Briscoe was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was fingerprinted and was identified by the FBI as Richard Thomas Kozek of Florida.

Mr. Kozek provided false identity to avoid apprehension as Mr. Kozek had two outstanding open warrants in Florida which were both CDS related Trafficking and Cultivation of Cannabis.

Mr. Kozek is being held in the St. Mary’s County Detention pending his appearance before the court on the charges of Assault 2nd Degree, Open/Carry Deadly Weapon, False Statement to Police Officer and Hindering Police Investigation. Florida will Extradite Mr. Kozek from Maryland once local charges have been satisfied.

Old Guy Was the Hand Behind the Drug Stash

LEONARDTOWN --- Almost a year later, police now say tha t on November 8th, 2008 St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies conducted a vehicle stop on Three Notch Road and Laurel Grove Road.

During the course of that vehicle stop a significant amount of cocaine was recovered.

The case was forwarded to Vice Narcotics for a case review with State’s Attorney Richard D. Fritz.

At the direction of the State’s Attorney further investigation was requested.

Vice Narcotics Detectives found that the cocaine was in fact placed inside the victim’s vehicle by suspect Benedict Ignatius Clarke aka "Dick" (Age 72 of Hollywood, Maryland).

The case is still under investigation and no further information will be released at this time

Really bad breath and Oxycodone…and booze!
CALLAWAY – State Police report that on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at 11:46 pm, Tpr. G. A. Thompson observed a black Ford F-150 traveling sound bound Point Lookout Road in Callaway exceeding the posted speed limit. The vehicle turned onto Piney Point Road and then turned into the Callaway Center and drove to the rear of Food Lion where the vehicle was stopped. Contact was made with the driver, David Wayne Howell, 41, of Leonardtown as he exited the vehicle. A strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was emitting from his breath. Mr. Howell was placed under arrest after completing the field sobriety tests in an unsatisfactory manner. Mr. Howell was found to be in possession of an Oxycodone pill. Mr. Howell was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending his bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
DWI and to hell with the Court
LEONARDTOWN – Police say that on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 5:15 pm, Josh Mark Stafford, 23, of Lusby was arrested by Tpr. N. E. Gresko on an outstanding Bench Warrant for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on October 2, 2009. The original charges are Driving on a Suspended License and DUI/DWI. Mr. Stafford turned himself in at the Leonardtown Barracks and was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
More trouble for Adkins
HOLLYWOOD – State Police report that on Tuesday, October 6, 2009 at 6:45 pm, Larry Wayne Adkins, Jr. 25, of Hollywood was arrested by Tpr. N. E. Gresko on an outstanding Circuit Court Warrant for Failing to Follow Conditions of Probation. The original charge was possession of a handgun. Mr. Adkins was taken into custody at his residence in Hollywood and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending his court appearance.


Dirty Dealing Gang Rob Man in

Woods Behind Liquor Store

LEXINGTON PARK (Oct. 7, 2009) --- Police report that on October 7^th at approximately 12:10 am, a 41 year old male victim, from Lexington Park was solicited by a known female, to purchase alcohol for her, when he was walking on Great Mills Road in Lexington Park. 

Police say that the two then walked to the Sign of the Whale Liquor store, through a foot path in the woods, where he purchased her the alcohol. 

When the pair re-entered the path, four black males assaulted the victim by kicking, punching   and knocking him to the ground. They removed money and other items from his pockets. The female and four males then fled on foot. St. Mary’s County BCI detectives are currently investigating the incident.



St. Mary's Deputy Michael Campbell collars two soda pop bandits.
ST. MARY'S TODAY photo

Waldorf Men Nabbed by Police in

Soda Pop Machine Break-ins

MECHANICSVILLE --- Police report that on October 2, 2009, a lookout was broadcast for a Ford Explorer with Virginia registration.  The occupants of the vehicle were just involved in a break in and theft from a coca cola machine located at Performance Custom Motorcycle in Mechanicsville, Maryland. 

Deputy Campbell observed and stopped the suspect vehicle.  Investigation and probable cause search revealed a crowbar in the vehicle. 

The cola machine was pried open.  The occupants of the vehicle were identified as Wayne Edward Brengle 37 of Waldorf, Maryland and Scott Christopher Beal 36 of Waldorf, Maryland.  Brengle and Beal were arrested and charged with theft under $1,000 and destruction of property. 

A short time later a second cola machine at Ridgell Service Center in Mechanicsville, Maryland was also discover broken into.  The investigation revealed Brengle and Beal were also involved in this destruction of property and theft. 

Brengle and Beal were additionally charged with Theft under $100, Destruction of Property over $500 and Destruction of property scheme. 


Out of town trailer rustler nabbed
CLEMENTS — St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Capt. Terry Black reports that on October 1, 2009 at 9:02 P.M. Cpl. E. Johnson initiated a vehicle stop on a vehicle towing a trailer with no registration displayed in Clements, Maryland. A subsequent check of the trailer vehicle identification number revealed the trailer had been stolen in North Carolina. The operator of the vehicle, Brice L. Smith, age 31 of Conway, South Carolina was placed under arrest, charged with Theft over $1,000 and incarcerated in the Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

 

The Tale of Two-Store Shoplifting

CALIFORNIA --- Police say that on October 2, 2009, Deputy M. Green responded to Lowes Home Center in California, Maryland for a report of a theft. 

Police say that their investigation revealed Joanna Louise Gibson, 21 of Fairfax, Virginia entered Lowes, removed items from the store shelves and placed them into her purse.  Gibson walked past all points of payment and exited the store without paying for the items. 

As Lowes’ Loss Prevention Officer attempted to catch up with Gibson after she exited Lowes, he witnessed Gibson enter Michael’s Arts & Crafts. 

Gibson allegedly removed items from the shelves from Michael’s Arts and Crafts, placed them into her pursed and exited the store without paying for the item.  Gibson was stopped by the Loss Prevention Officer outside of Michaels Arts and Crafts.  Gibson was arrested and charged with two counts of theft under $100.00.

Slapping ends in slammer time

CALIFORNIA --- On October 3, 2009, deputies responded to the Wal-Mart store in California, Maryland for a report of an assault.  Investigation revealed Christopher Van Harlow, 58 of Lexington Park, Maryland was engaged in a verbal dispute with the victim, which escalated into a physical assault when Harlow slapped the victim in the face.  Harlow was arrested and charged with second-degree assault.

Fleet-footed Drug Dealer Found by Trooper
CALIFORNIA – On Friday, September 25, 2009 at 12:41 am, TFC M. B. Adams initiated a traffic stop on Three Notch Road south of Town Creek Drive in California for an equipment violation. The driver, Robert Anthony Robinson, 49, of Lexington Park was contacted and exited the vehicle and fled on foot. A short time later, Mr. Robinson was apprehended and placed under arrest. He was found to be in possession of five small plastic bags of Marijuana, a partially burnt cigarette containing Marijuana and drug paraphernalia. Mr. Robinson was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.

Midnight Building Supply: the case of five stolen boxes of siding
LEXINGTON PARK – Police Report that on Friday, September 25, 2009 at 7:41 am, TFC C. M. Evans responded to the 46000 block of Pembrooke Street in Lexington Park for the reported Theft. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 53, of Saint Leonard. Five boxes of vinyl siding were delivered to a construction site on September 24th at 1:00 pm. Upon return the next morning, it was discovered that the five boxes of Carolina Beaded, color is Desert Tan were stolen from the construction site. The estimated loss is value at $200.00 per box, totaling a $1,000.00. The investigation continues and neighborhood checks are being conducted.
Hickory, Dickery, Dockery, her mouth ran out the clock
LEXINGTON PARK — State Police report that on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at 12:36 am, Tpr. N. E. Gresko responded to the 21000 block of Liberty Street in Lexington Park for the reported Disturbance. Upon arrival, contact was made with the male complainant, 25, of Lexington Park. He advised he was assaulted by Dahomy Reunite Dockery, 23, also of Lexington Park. Upon contact with Ms. Dockery, a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was emitting from her breath and she was yelling and screaming obscenities at both the police and victim. She was taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
 

Cat Squad Cutting Up Parked Vehicles

OWINGS (Sept. 21, 2009) --- The Cat Squad is back in force in Calvert County. Unknown suspects cut the catalytic converters off of four vehicles that were parked outside of B& D Truck and Auto on Investment Court in Owings.  The theft, valued at $1600, occurred in the early morning hours of September 18.  Please contact Lt. Steve Jones of CIT at 410-535-2800 ext. 2462 if you have further information.


Bop in the mouth, baseball bat and a silver knife
LEXINGTON PARK --- Police report that on September 12, 2009 Deputy T. Seyfried responded to Lexington Park Ford for a report of a fight in progress.  Upon arrival Dep. Seyfried met with the victim who reported he was in a verbal altercation with Joseph Wade Barnes, 47 of Lexington Park, Maryland.  The verbal altercation became physical when Barnes punched the victim in the mouth.  Barnes then brandished a silver pocket knife and threatened the victim.  The victim fled.  Barnes retrieved a metal baseball bat and pursed the victim.  The victim was able to flee from Barnes and contacted the Sheriff’s Office to report the assault.  Barnes was still on location when Deputy Seyfried arrived.  Barnes was interviewed, arrested and charged with first and second degree assault.

Boozing driver fought cop

MECHANICSVILLE ---  Police report that on September 12, 2009 Raymond Louis Holt, Jr., 44 of Mechanicsville, Maryland was operating a vehicle and was observed by Deputy H. Allen committing a traffic violation.  Deputy Allen attempted stopped Holt’s vehicle be initiating the emergency equipment on her marked St. Mary’s County Sheriffs Office cruiser but Holt refused to stop.  Holt abruptly stopped his vehicle and fled on foot.  Deputy Allen gave chase and apprehended Holt.  As Deputy Allen was attempting to handcuff Holt he refused to submit and tried to pull away from Deputy Allen.  Deputy Allen was able to subdue and handcuff Holt.  Holt was charged with driving while intoxicated, fleeing and eluding and resisting arrest. 

Crack Pipe Pair
AVENUE – Police report that on Saturday, September 5, 2009 at 10:30 am, Paul Kenneth Plymire 3rd, 24, of Mechanicsville and William Earl Clinton, 31, of Abell were arrested by Cpl. J. L. Linger for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and Possession of CDS Paraphernalia. Cpl. Linger observed a brown Pontiac Grand Am on Colton Point Road and Waterloo Circle in Avenue and stopped it for an equipment violation. Mr. Plymire was found to be in possession of a glass CDS smoking device with Marijuana and he was charged accordingly. He was also issued an Safety Equipment Repair Order for the tinted windows. Mr. Clinton was found to be in possession of a plastic baggie containing Cocaine. Mr. Clinton was charged accordingly and both were transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where they were held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
Woman charged as cat burglar in wedding ring theft
LEXINGTON PARK – State Police report that on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at 1:59 pm, TFC D. S. Brill responded to the 21000 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park for the reported Theft over $500.00. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, 52, of Great Mills. She advised unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and stole the victim’s purse. Items stolen were a black Razor cellular phone valued at $100.00, several credit cards, a music CD valued at $15.00, brown wallet, valued at $10.00, black purse valued at $30.00 a diamond wedding ring and gold band valued at $7,500.00 and $500.00 in cash. Total loss is estimated at $8,165.00. Neighborhood checks were conducted and a suspect was identified. TFC Brill and TFC E. Evans responded to the suspect’s residence in the 45000 block of Foxchase Drive in Great Mills. The suspect, Paulette Daisy Fisher, 52, of Great Mills was located. TFC Brill recovered everything except for the wedding ring and gold band and the $500.00 cash. The recovered property was returned to the victim. Ms. Fisher was taken into custody and to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
 

Man refused to hand over captured burglar to cops, is arrested

LEXINGTON PARK --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s spokesman DFC. Cindy Allen reports that on September 12, 2009 Deputies responded to a residence of Briar Patch Lane in Lexington Park, Maryland for a report of a Burglary in progress. 

Upon arrival Deputies found David Norman Bell, 30 of Solomons, Maryland holding Tyler Richard Tennille, 29 of Calient, Nevada down on the ground outside of the victim’s residence.  Deputies instructed Bell to get up off of Tennille, as they were on the scene and attempting to investigate the circumstance. 

The deputies told Bell they could control Tennille while they were conducting their investigation.  Bell refused and continued to hold Tennille down.  Deputies again explained to Bell they would control Tennille, and he (Bell) needed to get up so they could speak to them to determine what was going on.  Bell again refused, had to be physically removed from Tennille. 

Once removed Bell continued to try to advance on Tennille and refused to obey the Deputy request to stand back.  Bell told the Deputies “I don’t have to listen to you.”  Bell was arrested for obstruction of justice and hindering an investigation.  Further investigation revealed Tennille was extremely intoxicated and forced his way into the victim’s residence believing it was his residence. 

Once escorted from the residence, Tennille continued to attempt to reenter the victim’s residence by banging his shoulder against and kicking the door.  Tennille was arrested and charged with fourth degree burglary.      

Getting College Career Started Right With New Bong and Drug Charges
ST. MARY’S CITY --- Police report that on September 2, 2009, Deputies R. Nielson and H. Allen were patrolling Trinity Church Road in St. Mary’s City, Maryland conducting a patrol check.
The deputies walked to the beach area of the property and observed two individuals attempting to walk away.
As the deputies approached, they observed Kevin Richard Paul, 19 of Frederick, Maryland drop and object on the ground by his feet.
Deputy Nielson retrieved the object, which was identified a smoking device containing suspected marijuana.
Further investigation revealed Joseph Ellsworth Clemens, 20 of Keedysville, Maryland was in possession of a controlled dangerous substance (suspected marijuana). Paul and Clemens were arrested and charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance (marijuana) and possession of a controlled dangerous substance paraphernalia.



Showing Shortcomings
LEXINGTON PARK — Police say that on September 2, 2009, Deputy M. Worrey responded to Lancaster Park in Lexington Park, Maryland for a report of an individual exposing himself. Investigation revealed Kenneth Paul Stone, 34 of no fixed address was standing in Lancaster Park completely nude exposing himself to citizens bike riding in the park. Stone was located, identified, arrested and charged with indecent exposure.


Peeping Eddie had short fuse in cop car; long life of alcohol abuse bouncing around homeless shelters and VA hospitals

HOLLYWOOD --- On September 4, 2009 at 9:37 P.M. Deputies responded to a residence in Hollywood, Maryland for the report of a subject peering into windows of the victim’s residence.  Deputies were able to locate the suspect, Edward A. Deane, age 49, hiding in the woods to the rear of the residence. 
Upon being placed under arrest Deane became combative and a short struggle ensued.  Deane was placed in the rear of the police unit where he attempted to kick the rear window out of the vehicle.  Deane was transported to the Detention Center, charged with Trespassing, Resisting Arrest, Property Destruction and incarcerated pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.
On a DWI conviction, Deane was given an 18 month sentence in jail and was allowed parole for participation in an alcohol program at Jude House, which didn't work out and then was allowed to participate in an alcohol program at the Veterans Administration in October of 2008.
In 2007, while a resident of the Three Oaks Shelter, Dean was found guilty in Charles County of possession of alcohol in public and fined $1 with the fine and court costs suspended.
While living at the Three Oaks Shelter in Lexington Park in 2006, Deane was charged with burglary and charges against him were dropped.
In November of 2008, Deane was charged with trespassing and upon being found guilty, was given 90 days in jail with 89 days suspended.
While a resident of Lighthouse Mission on Beachwood Lane in Hollywood, Md., Deane was charged on June 27, 2009 with destruction of property and disorderly conduct in Anne Arundel County by the Maryland State Police.
In 1997, charges of assault were dropped against Deane after being arrested by St. Mary's Deputy Diane Thompson.
In 1997 in Baltimore, apparently before he was shipped to the Three Oaks Homeless Shelter in Lexington Park, Deane was charged with burglary and the charges were put on the stet docket.
Dean served 29 days of 90 sentence in Washington County for trespass while a resident of the Veterans Administration hospital at Martinsburg, W. Va.

Alcohol is his friend; 2 times breaking into home earned man room at Hotel St. Mary's

PARK HALL (Sept. 7, 2009) The Postman knocks twice but sometimes, so do drunken burglars. Police say that on September 5, 2009 at 4:59 A.M. deputies responded to a report of a Burglary in Progress in Park Hall, Maryland.  Investigation revealed Patrick B. Zelinski, age 25, of Silver Springs, Maryland was intoxicated and entered the victim’s home though a rear door.  Zelinski was confronted by the victim and fled the residence.
A short time later Zelinski returned to the residence and entered through the front door and was again confronted by the victim. 
Zelinski advised the victim he was sorry and left the residence. 
Zelinski was located on the front porch of the victim’s residence and placed under arrest, charged with 2 counts of Burglary and incarcerated in the Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Who might that be late on a Midsummer Night at the College?

ST. MARY'S CITY (Sept. 7, 2009) --- Police report that on September 7, 2009 at 2:32 A.M. Deputy M. Boyer responded to St. Mary’s College for the report of a subject trespassing on school property after being served a Notice Not to Trespass.  College Public Safety Officer, M. Colvin confronted Alan R. Dobson, age 18, of Leonardtown after Dobson was observed in the area.  Dobson provided a false name to Colvin and was placed under arrest.  Dobson was charged with Trespass on Private Property and incarcerated in the Detention Center pending an appearance before the District Court Commissioner.

Drugs hidden in woman's bra for taking into jail

MECHANICSVILLE --- Capt. Terry Black reports that on September 6, 2009 during a search of Cecelia A. Marshall, age 45, of Mechanicsville, Maryland, Correctional Officer A. Holton discovered CDS in the bra of Marshall. Marshall had entered the St. Mary's Detention Center following sentencing on an unrelated matter in District Court.  Marshall was charged with Possession of CDS – Not Marijuana, Possess Contraband in a Place of Confinement, Removing the Label on a Controlled Prescription Bottle. 

Pot Packing Pedestrian
DUNKIRK --- On August 19, 2009 at 11:00 p.m., Trooper First Class Merkelson stopped to check the welfare of a pedestrian on the shoulder of southbound Rt. 4, south of Rt. 260 in Dunkirk. Anthony J. Sellers, Jr., 37 of Chesapeake Beach, was found to be in possession of marijuana. He was arrested and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center for processing.

Theft from Vehicle:
On August 20, 2009 at 5:07 p.m., Trooper Cavill responded to the 600 block of Lisa Lane, Lusby, for a reported theft. Unknown suspect(s) had removed a GPS and Radar Detection Unit from the victim’s vehicle.

Theft:
On August 21, 2009 at 1:52 p.m., Trooper Saucerman responded to the 3000 block of Warren Gibson Rd., Huntingtown, for a reported theft. Unknown suspect(s) had stolen several pieces of lawn equipment from the victim’s trailer.


Theft of Tags:
On August 23, 2009 at 6:30 p.m., Trooper Lewis responded to Mason Rd., Prince Frederick, for a reported theft. Unknown suspect(s) had removed the Maryland Registration tags 5EHS40 from the victim’s vehicle.
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Theft of Heat Pump:
On August 24, 2009 at 6:30 a.m., Trooper Saucerman responded to a business in the 9800 block of Old Solomons Island Rd., Owings, for a reported theft of a heat pump. A Carrier heat pump had been taken from the side of the building.

Theft:
On August 24, 2009 at 3:24 p.m., Trooper First Class Greggs responded to the Office Building at 130 Hospital Rd., Prince Frederick, for a reported theft. The manager of the office where the theft occurred stated that unknown suspect(s) had removed cash from a small lock box. Investigation continues.

Theft of Motorcycles:
On August 24, 2009 at 8:00 p.m., Trooper First Class Lass responded to the 11400 block of H. G. Trueman Rd., Lusby, for a reported theft of two motorcycles. A Kawasaki KLX110 green/white motorcycle and a Yamaha TTR125 blue/white with missing back fender had been removed from the back yard of the residence by unknown suspect(s).
Punk charged with stabbing at track
BUDDS CREEK — Police report that on August 21, 2009, Deputies responded to Potomac Speedway in Mechanicsville for a report of an assault. Investigation revealed a 15 year old, juvenile male from Chesapeake Beach, Maryland was involved in a verbal altercation with the victim, which escalated into a physical fight. The juvenile produced a knife and stabbed the victim. The juvenile was located, arrested and charged with first and second-degree assault.
Serial Caller Will Get Mail in Jail
LEONARDTOWN — St. Mary’s Sheriff’s officers report that on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to Liberty Street in Lexington Park, Maryland for a conservator of the peace call. Investigation revealed JL (no middle name) Skinner, 28 of California, Maryland had been served, as a respondent, with a Protective Order on March 10, 2009. The Protective Order was still active. JL Skinner was ordered not to have any contact with the petitioner of the order. Investigation revealed Skinner had attempted to contact the petitioner several times by telephone and in person on August 22, 2009. Skinner was arrested and charged with violating the conditions of the Protective Order.
Aiming Gun Nets Charges
HOLLYWOOD — Police say that on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to a residence of JD Way in Hollywood, Maryland for a report of a domestic disturbance. Investigation revealed Jeffrey Scott Boyce, Sr. 43 of Hollywood, Maryland was involved in a verbal dispute with the victim. The dispute escalated when Boyce pointed a long gun towards the victim. Boyce was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment.
Bucks Fighting Over Doe Used Pipe
PARK HALL — According to St. Mary’s Sheriff's spokesman DFC Cindy Allen, on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to a residence in Garrett Trailer Park, Park Hall, Maryland for a report of an assault. Investigation revealed James Walter Wheeler, Jr. 20 of Dameron, Maryland and Carroll Leon Alvey, 20 of Lexington Park, Maryland tricked the victim into meeting them at Cooks Liquor Store, which is located just outside of the trailer Park. Wheeler and Alvey then assaulted the victim by striking him in the head with a pipe. Alvey was upset because the victim was dating a former girlfriend of his. Both Alvey and Wheeler were arrested and charged with first and second-degree assault.
Customer’s wallet stolen after test drive of new car
PRINCE FREDERICK — State Police report that on August 22, 2009 at 2:57 p.m., Trooper First Class Bowling responded to the Bayside Chevrolet/Toyota on Solomon’s Island Rd., Pr. Frederick, for a reported theft. While test driving a vehicle, the victim had placed his wallet in the center console. Upon returning to the dealership to complete the necessary paperwork, the wallet had been removed. Investigation revealed Jeffrey A. Nalls, Jr., 18 of Port Republic, took the item and after removing the cash, had discarded the wallet in a storm drain. The cash and the wallet were recovered. Charges against Nalls are pending.

Sobriety Checkpoint
CLEMENTS --- State Police report that they last week held a Sobriety Checkpoint was conducted on Budds Creek Road in the area of Bayside Road in Clements. A total of 205 vehicles were stopped in the checkpoint, 2 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence at the checkpoint, 1 additional driver was arrested for driving under the influence by an observation unit after a traffic stop for an illegal U turn.
Harper heavy hitter in a fight
LEXINGTON PARK -- On August 26, 2009, deputies responded to a residence on Aspen Way in Lexington Park for a report of an assault. Investigation revealed Javonnie Kimberly Harper, 25 of Lexington Park was engaged in a verbal dispute with the victim, which escalated into a physical assault when Harper struck the victim several times. Harper was arrested and charged with second-degree assault.
Barnes says hooey to Judge’s order
GREAT MILLS --- Sheriff’s officers report that on February 17, 2009, Judge Cathy Serrette issued a Protective Order, ordering no contact between Shadreka Kamya Barnes, 18 of no fixed address and the petitioner of the order. The Protective Order was served on Shadreka Barnes and is currently in effect. On August 26, 2009, deputies responded to the Sheetz located in Great Mills, Maryland for a report of a fight in progress. Investigation revealed Shadreka Barnes had assaulted the victim and was in violation of the February 17, 2009 Protective Order. Barnes was arrested and charged with second-degree assault and violation of a Protective Order.
Stuffing cigars with pot for fun and profit
CALLAWAY --- State Police report that on Monday, August 17, 2009 at 12:56 pm, Sarah Elizabeth Gibson, 23, of Mechanicsville and Billy Dale Jackle, 28, of Lexington Park were arrested by Tpr. N. E. Gresko for Possession of Marijuana. Gibson was operating a black Ford Bronco on Point Lookout Road when she was stopped for an equipment violation at Piney Point Road in Callaway. While speaking with Gibson an odor of burnt Marijuana was detected emitting from her clothing. Both Gibson and Jackle were found to be in possession of two Marijuana cigars and a small baggie of Marijuana. Both subjects were taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where they were held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.

Burglar buddies traveling in Lexus nailed by cops
On Aug. 19 at 3:50 p.m., Charles County Sheriff’s officers responded to the 15000 block of Potomac River Drive in Cobb Island for a burglary in progress. According to a witness, the suspects were observed removing an air conditioning unit from a window and enter the house. Upon arrival, officers were given a description of the suspects who fled in a dark gray Lexus.
Responding officers observed the car on Rock Point Road heading toward Crain Highway and initiated a traffic stop.
The occupants, Anthony Acqua, 20, of Yowaiski Mill Road in Country Lakes in Mechanicsville; Jonathan Edward Delozier, 21, of Terry Drive in Port Tobacco, and Kevin Wayne Mullins, 20 of White Plains, were arrested and charged with first-degree burglary. Officers D. Behm, D. Bell and Sgt. P. Gregory made the arrests.
On August 11th, St. Mary’s States Attorney Richard Fritz dropped burglary, theft and malicious destruction of property charges against Delozier, according to court records.
On August 26th, Delozier is set for trial on four counts of theft in Charles County after being arrested in March.
Burglars rack up goodies from cars at St. Mary’s Landing Apartments
LEXINGTON PARK — Police report that on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 at 10:30 am, Tpr. B. Wiesemann responded to the 46000 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park for the reported Malicious Destruction of Property. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, 24, of Lexington Park. Unknown suspect(s) had ripped the convertible top on her tan 2002 Chrysler Sebring and there were several dents in the passenger door. Neighborhood checks were conducted with negative results.
On Sunday, August 2, 2009 at 2:30 pm, TFC D. S. Brill responded to the 46000 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park for the reported theft from motor vehicle. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, 24, of Lexington Park who advised during the night unknown suspect(s) broke into the victim’s blue 2004 Ford Explorer stealing a prescription medication, $960.00 in currency and a GPS system valued at $100.00.
Burglar cleans out $700 from purse
LEONARDTOWN – Maryland State Police report that on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 4:00 pm, TFC J. G. Fleetwood responded to the 24000 block of Maypole Road in Leonardtown for the reported Theft over $500.00. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, 73, of Leonardtown who advised unknown subject entered her residence between July 21, 2009 and August 11, 2009 and stole approximately $700.00 cash from a purse inside the residence. The investigation continues.
Burglars walk off with cash register
INDIAN HEAD — Charles Sheriff’s officers report that on Aug. 13 at 7:54 a.m., officers responded to Subway in the 4600 block of Indian Head Highway in Indian Head for the report of a burglary. Investigation revealed unknown suspects broke a window to gain entry. As officers checked the shop, they noticed the back door to Gina’s - an adjacent business - had been forced open. The owner responded and advised his cash register had been stolen. Nothing was stolen from Subway. Officer S. Davis is investigating.
Chain gang works over tow trucks
WALDORF — Police say that on Aug. 17 at 8:57 a.m., officers responded to Myers Auto Service at 11710 Pika Drive in Waldorf for the report of a burglary. Unknown suspects gained entry into the fenced storage lot and stole tow chains from three different tow trucks. The suspects also stole items from several other vehicles that were in the lot. The scene was processed for evidence. Officer J. Walter is investigating.
Burglars couldn’t eat just one
WALDORF — Police say that a midnight snack attack motivated a burglar to break into a store. On Aug. 15 at 2:50 a.m., officers received an intrusion alarm at Moreland’s Country Store at 14950 Woodville Road in Waldorf. Upon arrival, officers observed the glass on the front door had been broken out. Once inside, the suspect stole three bags of potato chips then fled. Officer M. Rodriguez is investigating.
Loud and wild woman hurled hock on cop
PARK HALL — – Police report that on Saturday, August 15, 2009 at 4:36 pm, Cheryl Ann Kaspar, 45, of Edgewater was arrested by Tpr. G. A. Thompson for Assault on a Police Officer. Tpr. Thompson responded to Point Lookout Road and Park Hall Road in Park Hall to assist Deputy Nielson on a traffic stop. Once on the scene, Ms. Kaspar became disorderly. Tpr. Thompson ordered Ms. Kaspar to calm down and stop yelling. She spit on Tpr. Thompson and was arrested for Assault 2nd Degree on a Police Officer. Ms. Kaspar was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.


Clerk charged with theft from store
MECHANICSVILLE — Maryland State Police report that on Friday, August 7, 2009 at 4:00 pm, Tpr. M. J. Pitcher responded to the Burch Mart located at 28270 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville for the reported Theft. Upon arrival, contact was made with the female complainant, who advised she had completed an audit for the past 60 days and discovered that Patricia Michelle Elder, 19, of Mechanicsville was stealing money from the establishment for the past two months. Ms. Elder was taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where she was incarcerated pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner. She was charged with Theft over $500.00 and Theft Scheme over $500.00
Driver unimpressed by DWI convictions
LEONARDTOWN – Maryland State Police report that on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at 5:00 am, Jose Luis Turcios, Jr., 29, of Hyattsville was arrested by Tpr. J. Gibson. Mr. Turcios had two outstanding Bench Warrants for Failing to Appear in the District Court in Montgomery County on November 23, 2006. The original charge was Driving While Intoxicated. The second Bench Warrant issued by the District Court in Montgomery County on October 23, 2006. The original charge was Failing to Follow Conditions of Probation for DWI. Mr. Turcios was taken into custody and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center where he was held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.
No driver’s license, no problem
LEONARDTOWN – Police say that on Monday, August 10, 2009 at 7:52 am, Thomas Dale Nelson, 31, of Leonardtown was arrested by Tpr. R. L. Jackson on an outstanding Bench Warrant for Failing to Appear in District Court in Leonardtown on August 4, 2009. The original charge was Driving on a Suspended and Revoked Driver’s License. Mr. Nelson turned himself in at the Leonardtown Barrack where he was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and held pending a bond review with the District Court Commissioner.

Punk charged with stabbing at track

BUDDS CREEK --- Police report that on August 21, 2009, Deputies responded to Potomac Speedway in Mechanicsville for a report of an assault.  Investigation revealed a 15 year old, juvenile male from Chesapeake Beach, Maryland was involved in a verbal altercation with the victim, which escalated into a physical fight.  The juvenile produced a knife and stabbed the victim.  The juvenile was located, arrested and charged with first and second-degree assault.

Serial Caller Will Get Mail in Jail

LEONARDTOWN --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s officers report that on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to Liberty Street in Lexington Park, Maryland for a conservator of the peace call.  Investigation revealed JL (no middle name) Skinner, 28 of California, Maryland had been served, as a respondent, with a Protective Order on March 10, 2009.  The Protective Order was still active.  JL Skinner was ordered not to have any contact with the petitioner of the order.  Investigation revealed Skinner had attempted to contact the petitioner several times by telephone and in person on August 22, 2009.  Skinner was arrested and charged with violating the conditions of the Protective Order.

Aiming Gun Nets Charges

HOLLYWOOD --- Police say that on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to a residence of JD Way in Hollywood, Maryland for a report of a domestic disturbance.  Investigation revealed Jeffrey Scott Boyce, Sr. 43 of Hollywood, Maryland was involved in a verbal dispute with the victim.  The dispute escalated when Boyce pointed a long gun towards the victim.  Boyce was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment.

Bucks Fighting Over Doe Used Pipe

PARK HALL --- According to St. Mary’s Sheriff’’s spokesman DFC Cindy Allen, on August 22, 2009, Deputies responded to a residence in Garrett Trailer Park, Park Hall, Maryland for a report of an assault.  Investigation revealed James Walter Wheeler, Jr. 20 of Dameron, Maryland and Carroll Leon Alvey, 20 of Lexington Park, Maryland tricked the victim into meeting them at Cooks Liquor Store, which is located just outside of the trailer Park.  Wheeler and Alvey then assaulted the victim by striking him in the head with a pipe.  Alvey was upset because the victim was dating a former girlfriend of his.  Both Alvey and Wheeler were arrested and charged with first and second-degree assault.

Three Punks Pounced on Victim, Stole Phone, say Cops

WALDORF (Aug. 25, 2009) --- Charles County Sheriff’s officers have identified and arrested a 17-year old Waldorf male and a 16-year-old male from Brandywine in connection with a robbery and assault that occurred on June 7 on St. Thomas Drive. During the robbery, the suspects assaulted the victim and stole his cell phone. A warrant has been obtained for a third suspect, Francis Jerome Butler, 25, of Waldorf. All three suspects face charges of robbery and first-degree assault. Officer Wimberly is investigating.  

Burglars Get Up Early in the Morning for Clean Carpet

On Aug. 23 at 5:50 a.m., officers responded to an intrusion alarm at Superior Carpet Cleaning and Restoration at 12325 Washington Square in Waldorf. Upon arrival, officers found the garage door had been partially pried open. A K-9 officer searched the building but the suspects had already fled.  The owner responded and said it did not appear anyone gained entry. Nothing was reported stolen. Officer K. Gross is investigating.

Black Bandit Cleans out 7-11

On Aug. 23 at 12:58 a.m., a man entered the 7-11 located at 309 East Smallwood Drive in Waldorf, displayed a gun and demanded money. The clerk complied and the suspect fled northbound on foot toward Barrington Drive. The suspect was wearing a black shirt, black mask (only eyes and forehead visible), and black wool gloves. No one was injured. Officer M. Bourgeois is investigating.   

Burglars like videos

Sometime between Aug. 12 – Aug. 21, unknown suspects broke into a house in the 12700 block of La Plata Road in Waldorf and stole multiple DVDs and video cassettes. Officer J.D. Rager is investigating.

Officer discovers torched truck

RIDGE (Aug. 24, 2009) --- An off-duty police officer on Sunday afternoon discovered a Ford F-150 pickup burning at Cornfield Harbor, a remote area of St. Mary’s County near the Potomac River.

The truck, owned by Duane Cantrell, was torched deliberately, according to Deputy State Fire Marshal Jeff Frye, and the loss was set at $10,000.

The fire was brought under control in about 10 minutes by Ridge VFD.

Fire set at rear of Carpet Store

WALDORF (Aug. 24, 2009) --- A fire was set in a 80 x 20 storage container at the rear of Dave’s Discount Carpets located on Rt. 925 in Waldorf overnight, according to Deputy Fire Marshal Jeff Frye.

Responding firefighters from Waldorf VFD put the fire out in minutes and the cause was determined to be arson.  A value of $500 was set by the fire marshal.


Armed Robber Lives Close to Work

Cops plucked him blocks from gas station he is charged with robbing
WALDORF — Charles County Sheriff Rex W. Coffey announced the arrest of William Pervis Savage, Jr., 25, of Waldorf, who was charged in connection with the July 29 armed robbery of the BP gas station at 2050 Crain Highway in Waldorf.
Detectives in the Major Crimes Unit developed Savage as a suspect and obtained an arrest warrant charging him with armed robbery, first-degree assault, and second-degree assault.
Savage was located on Aug. 11 at his residence on Council Oak Drive, say police.
A search warrant was conducted and officers recovered several items of evidence related to the robbery. The Major Crimes Unit is continuing their investigation.
Thieves find booty by breaking into vehicles
WALDORF — Police report that between Aug. 11 at 10 p.m. – Aug. 12 at 7 a.m., unknown suspects broke into a total of three cars on Downshire Court, Mill Hill Road and Granite Court in Waldorf and stole GPS units, stereo equipment, CD’s and credit cards. The Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to remove personal property from their vehicles and secure their cars at all times. Anyone with information should call the Charles County Sheriff’s Office at (301) 932-2222 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. Officer L. Blake is investigating.
Motorcyclist Critical
after Crash
WHITE PLAINS — Police report that on Aug. 12 at 2:44 p.m., officers responded to St. Charles Parkway at Billingsley Road in White Plains for the report of a motorcycle crash. Investigation revealed the operator of the motorcycle – a 22 –year-old Charlotte Hall man - was traveling north on St. Charles Parkway when he lost control, struck a curb and was ejected from the bike. The victim was flown to Prince George’s Hospital Center in critical condition. Officer R. Taylor is investigating.
Woman mugged in her driveway; tried to fight off attacker
WALDORF — While others work, those who won’t work prey on them as they return from work. Gangs of youths sit around and study the habits of those they wish to rob and strike, usually in the dark. Since they won’t learn, won’t work and live off of others, choosing a life of crime is perfect for them as at an early age, as shown by last week’s robbery and murder of a Latino on Truro Lane.
The difference in this week’s mugging is that the victim lived.
Charles County Sheriff’s officers report that on Aug. 11 at 11 p.m., the victim was entering a house in the 6600 block of Muskrat Court in Waldorf when the suspect approached and tried to steal her purse.
The victim resisted but the suspect was able to wrestle the purse from her. Officers canvassed the area and discovered most of the victim’s belongings in her backyard. Officer J. Dodge is investigating.


Liz was shown the door at bar; yelled outside, went to clink

CALIFORNIA --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s officers report that on August 8, 2009, deputies responded to a disturbance call at Donovan’s Pub in California, Maryland for a report of a disturbance.  Investigation revealed Elizabeth Parish Dorr, 42 of Leonardtown was asked to leave the business several time but refused.  Dorr was outside in the parking lot waiting for a ride when she became belligerent with the deputies on the scene.  Dorr was asked several times to stop yelling and calm down, which she refused.  Several patrons of the business began watching her disorderly behavior.  Ms. Dorr was arrested and charged with failing to obey a lawful order of a police officer and disorderly conduct. 

Woman charged with becoming Wal-Mart partner

CALIFORNIA --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s deputies say that on August 6, 2009, Dfc. J. Maletto responded to the Wal-Mart for a report of a theft.  Investigation revealed Lawanda Bernita Ford, 33 of Lexington Park, Maryland stole over $3,000 between July 15, 2009 and August 5, 2009 from the cash register she was assigned to work.   Ford was arrested and charged with theft over $500, theft under $500 and theft scheme.

Scalping Threat Sends Victim Running

On August 8, 2009, deputies responded to a threats complaint in Mechanicsville, Maryland.  Investigation revealed the victim was in a verbal altercation, which escalated into a physical assault when Victoria Marie Hunt, 21 of Mechanicsville, Maryland took a kitchen knife, raised it above her head and threatened to stab the victim.  The victim fled the residence.  Hunt was arrested and charged with second-degree assault.

Smackdown at Jumping Jacks

OAKVILLE --- St. Mary’s Sheriff’s spokesman DFC Cindy Allen reports that on August 8, 2009, deputies responded to a disturbance complaint at Jumping Jacks Restaurant in Mechanicsville, Maryland.  Investigation revealed the victim was in a verbal altercation, which escalated into a physical assault when Husan NMN Sarikaya, 53 of Lusby, Maryland struck the victim several times in the face with his hand.   A third party attempted to intervene and was struck by Sarikaya.  Mr. Sarikaya was arrested and charged with two counts of second-degree assault.