UPDATE: Fatal Accident Mechanicsville

UPDATE: On 8-30-14 at 6:20 PM, deputies responded to the area of Route 5 and Thompson's Corner Road near the 84 Lumber in Mechanicsville, for a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a dump truck. The driver of the motorcycle, identified as Jose Luis Fuentes, 30, of Washington DC, was dead on the scene. 

Members of the SMCSO Accident Reconstruction Team responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. Preliminary investigation indicates the driver of the motorcycle, 2014 Harley Davidson, was traveling north on Route 5 when it struck the rear of a 1996 Ford dump truck being operated by Robert Dade of Mechanicsville. The dump truck had just turned left from Thompsons Corner Road onto Route 5 when the collision occurred. The driver of the motorcycle was ejected. No other injuries were reported. 

At this time, speed and alcohol appear to be contributing factors on the part of the driver of the motorcycle. Failure to yield right of way appears to be a contributing factor on the part of the driver of the dump truck. A commercial motor carrier inspection was completed on the dump truck. 

Additional details will be released as they are developed.

Original Press Release:

On 8-30-14, at approximately 6:20 pm, deputies responded to the area of Thompson Corner Road and Three Notch Road for a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle and a dump truck.  At that time one individual involved in the accident was pronounced dead on the scene. SMCSO accident reconstruction team members are in route to the scene. No other information is available at this time. 

The area of the accident will be shut down for several hours. Please use caution while traveling in the area. Be on the lookout for police/fire/ems personnel on foot.

Additional details will be released as it is developed. 

SMCSO Conducting Sobriety Checkpoint

Members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office will be conducting a Sobriety Checkpoint in support of the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over National Campaign. The checkpoint will be conducted in the northern area of St. Mary's County.

Drivers are reminded there are many alternatives to driving buzzed or under the influence. Call a friend, relative, or a cab. Please, don't drink and drive. You will save money, the embarrassment of a DUI, and most importantly YOUR LIFE or the LIFE OF SOMEONE ELSE.

Fatal Vehicle Accident - Mechanicsville

On 8-30-14, at approximately 6:20 pm, deputies responded to the area of Thompson Corner Road and Three Notch Road for a motor vehicle accident involving a motorcycle and a dump truck.  At that time one individual involved in the accident was pronounced dead on the scene. SMCSO accident reconstruction team members are in route to the scene. No other information is available at this time. 

The area of the accident will be shut down for several hours. Please use caution while traveling in the area. Be on the lookout for police/fire/ems personnel on foot.

Additional details will be released as it is developed. 

BOOK SIGNING - ST. MARY’S COUNTY SHERIFFS - 375 YEARS

Sheriff Tim Cameron is proud to announce the release of the new book

ST. MARY’S COUNTY SHERIFFS - 375 YEARS.

The National Sheriff`s Association has acknowledged that “the St. Mary`s County Sheriff`s office is the longest continuously operating Sheriff`s Office in the United States established in 1637.” St. Mary`s County Sheriffs- 375 Years records the Sheriffs through the history of Maryland`s “mother county.”  Through empirical research, historical data, and Sheriff`s Commissions, the writing team of Cindy Allen, Grace Mary Brady, Linda Reno, Carol Moody, Tyler Mattingly, assisted by Sgt. Jeffrey L. McLane (ret.) and Mrs. Mary Ann Thompson has identified every St. Mary`s County Sheriff. 

State Archivist Edward C. Papenfuse notes, “...we have reviewed all of the careful biographical research that you conducted... which documents an unbroken line of service to St. Mary’s County, the mother county of Maryland, back to the first appointment in 1637. It reaches an exceptionally high standard of documentation in which we all can take pride.”

The public is invited to attend the book signing at Ye Olde Towne Cafe, located at 22685 Washington Street in Leonardtown. This event will be held Friday, September 5, 2014 from 6 - 7:30 pm.

This is your opportunity to meet the authors, contributors and researchers of this book. The book will be available for purchase at $15 per copy.

Vice/Narcotics Drug Arrest

Detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, Vice/Narcotics Division identified Terry Lee Kent, Jr. (Age 24 of Lexington Park) as a distributor of controlled dangerous substances.  During the course of their investigation, detectives made several purchases of cocaine and heroin from Kent.  The facts of the investigation were later presented to the Grand Jury for St. Mary’s County and Terry Kent was indicted.  On 08/20/2014, Terry Kent, who was already incarcerated at the St. Mary’s County Adult Detention Center, was served a copy of his charging documents and was originally held without bond.

Terry Lee Kent, Jr.

Inquiries should be directed to Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander of Vice Narcotics, at 301-475-4200 x1918.

Vice/Narcotics Drug Arrest

On 08/21/2014, detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, assisted by members of the Narcotics Support Team, K-9 Unit, and Emergency Services Team, executed a search and seizure warrant at a Lexington Park residence.

Located inside the residence was David Andrew Spears (Age 26 of Hollywood, MD) who was wanted on an outstanding Violation of Probation (VOP) warrant.  Spears was arrested and a search of the residence revealed he was in possession of suspected crack cocaine and marihuana.  Spears was transported to the St. Mary’s County Adult Detention Center where he was charged accordingly and provided a copy of his VOP arrest warrant.

David Andrew Spears 

Inquiries should be directed to Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander of Vice Narcotics, at 301-475-4200 x1918.

Vice/Narcotics Drug Arrests

On 08/21/2014, detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, assisted by members of the Narcotics Support Team, K-9 Unit, and Emergency Services Team, executed a search and seizure warrant at a Lexington Park, MD residence.

During a search of the residence, Jeremy Mark Owens (Age 26 of Lexington Park) and Jeramie Davon Neal (Age21 of Lexington Park) were found to be in possession of marihuana.  Lisa Marie West (Age 45 of Lexington Park) was found to be illegally in possession of oxycodone.  Additional evidence, which includes ledgers, pharmacy records, personal documents, and U.S. currency, was recovered from the residence which indicates the residence was used as a storage and distribution location for controlled dangerous substances.

All three subjects were placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Adult Detention Center and charged accordingly.  The investigation is ongoing pending a review with State’s Attorney R. Fritz.

Jeremy Mark Owens

Lisa Marie West 

 Jeramie Davon Neal

Inquiries should be directed to Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander of Vice Narcotics, at 301-475-4200 x1918.

Invitation to the Public:

SMCSO Takes First Place in National and Maryland Law Enforcement Challenge

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office competed with several other agencies throughout the State of Maryland as well as nationally in the specified categories.  On behalf of the Maryland Chiefs of Police Association, the Maryland Sheriff’s Association and the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office was selected as the winner of the 2014 Maryland Law Enforcement Challenge as well as the National Law Enforcement Challenge. Several members of the Sheriff's Office from the Patrol and Special Operations Divisions participated in this challenge. Most notably, Corporal Kevin Meyer from the Special Operations Division, Traffic Safety Unit (pictured with Sheriff Cameron), conducted over 1,200 traffic stops. Sheriff's Office personnel will be recognized at the International Association of Chiefs of Police annual conference being held in Orlando, Florida and at the Maryland Chiefs Association conference being held in Ocean City, later this year.

 

Maryland Law Enforcement Challenge / St. Mary’s County was judged under the following category:  101 – 250 sworn officers:

The Maryland Law Enforcement Challenge (LEC) is a way to recognize the excellent work being done by our uniformed men and women.  It encompasses all traffic initiatives, year round, with the goal of reducing traffic crashes that result in injuries and fatalities.

The Maryland LEC focuses upon three main traffic safety areas – enforcement of Maryland’s occupant protection laws, impaired driving prevention, and aggressive driving prevention.  Smooth Operator, Click It Or Ticket, and Checkpoint Strike Force are campaigns that make up a large portion of the judging criteria required.  A comprehensive traffic safety plan, such as motorcycle safety, younger/older driver safety, pedestrian/bicyclist safety, and innovative programs or technologies were also criterion for the award.

St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office 1st place

Calvert County Sheriff's Office 2nd Place

Stafford County Sheriff's Office, VA 3rd Place

National Law Enforcement Challenge / St. Mary’s County was judged under the following category 51-250 officers:

The National Law Enforcement Challenge (NLEC) is a national traffic safety awards program that recognizes excellence in law enforcement traffic safety programs. The program provides law enforcement agencies with an opportunity to make a difference in the communities they serve and allows agencies to learn from one another and establish future goals in traffic safety enforcement and education.

St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office 1st Place

Calvert County Sheriff's Office (Honorable Mention)

Incident Briefs 8-22-14

8-21-14 Motor Vehicle Accident - The driver, male, age 59, suffered a medical emergency while in the parking lot of the McDonald's in Leonardtown Center. After going unconscious, his vehicle accelerated crossing Route 243 and entered the parking lot of the Dash Inn. The vehicle stopped after it struck the brick pillars supporting the fuel pumps. The driver was transported to the MedStar St. Mary's Hospital. Case #45277-14

8-21-14 BURGLARY - Unknown suspect(s) forced entry in the Knight Life car located in Oakville. Once inside, suspect(s) stole property and US currency from the business. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Cole. Case #45309-14

  

Incident Briefs 8-20-14 to 8-21-14

8-20-14 PROPERTY DESTRUCTION - A victim, who resides on Liberty Street, reported unknown suspect(s) broke a window out on his vehicle. Case remains open. Case #45028-14

8-20-14 BURGLARY MOTOR VEHICLE - A victim, who resides on Spyglass Way, reported unknown suspect(s) entered his vehicle and stole property. Case #45027-14

8-20-14 BURGLARY MOTOR VEHICLE - A victim, who resides on Driftwood Court, reported unknown suspect(s) entered her vehicle and stole property. Case #45034-14

8-20-14 BURGLARY MOTOR VEHICLE - A victim, who resides on Spyglass Way reported unknown suspect(s) entered her vehicle. Nothing appeared to have been stolen. Case #45119-14

8-20-14 BURGLARY MOTOR VEHICLE - A victim, who resides on Spyglass Way, reported unknown suspect(s) entered her vehicle and stole property. Case #45112-14

8-20-14 FRAUD - A victim, who resides  in Hollywood, reported unknown suspect(s) filed state income taxes in multiple states using her personal information. Case #45064-14

8-20-14 THEFT - A victim, who resides on Ledford Lane, reported unknown suspect(s) stole registration plates from 2 trailers he owns. Case #45111-14

8-21-14 BURGLARY - A victim, who resides on Millstone Landing Road, reported unknown suspect(s) forced entry into their home and stole property. Case #45170-14

8-21-14 BURGLARY - Unknown suspect(s) kicked in a door to a residence on Chancellor's Run Road. A washer and dryer were stolen. Case#45135-14

UPDATE 8-20-14 4:15 PM - Thomas has been LOCATED

UPDATE 8-20-14: Steve Lovell Thomas has been LOCATED and is in custody of the SMCSO.

Steve Lovell Thomas

Date of Birth 5-24-70

6'01" 180 lbs.

NO FIXED ADDRESS

Original Press Release 8-20-14

Detective M. Green from the Criminal Investigations Division is asking for the public's help in locating a suspect WANTED for Felony Burglary and Theft stemming from a burglary committed on June 28, 2014.

SMCSO Blood Drive to be Held 9-2-14

WANTED: Steve Lovell Thomas

Detective M. Green from the Criminal Investigations Division is asking for the public's help in locating a suspect WANTED for Felony Burglary and Theft stemming from a burglary committed on June 28, 2014.

 

Steve Lovell Thomas

Date of Birth 5-24-70

6'01" 180 lbs.

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Anyone with information on the location of Thomas is asked to call Detective Green at 301.475.4200 X 1996 or the NON-EMERGENCY line at 301.475.8008. DO NOT approach Thomas. Please call SMCSO.

Incident Briefs 8-18-14 to 8-20-14

8-18-14 BURGLARY MOTOR VEHICLE - A victim, who resides in the 21000 block of Point Lookout Road, reported unknown suspect(s) entered her vehicle and stole property. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Schultz. Case #44726-14

8-18-14 BURGLARY - A victim, who resides on Adkins Road, reported unknown suspect(s) gained entry into her residence by breaking a window and stole property. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy S. Cameron. Case #44778-14

8-18-14 BURGLARY - A victim, who resides on Corvette Way in Great Mills, reported unknown suspect(s) forcibly entered her residence and stole property. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Pleisse. Case #44788-14

8-19-14 BURGLARY - A victim, who resides on Nats Creek Road, reported unknown suspect(s) forced entry into his home and stole several items of property. Case remains open and is assigned to Corporal O'Connor. Case #44924-14

8-19-14 BURGLARY - A victim, who resides on Liberty Street in Lexington Park, reported unknown suspect(s) forced entry into his home and stole property. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Pleisse. Case #44930-14

SMCSO Investigating Suspicious Incident - Country Lakes

Mechanicsville, Maryland - On August 18, 2014, deputies responded to the Country Lakes Subdivision after the Emergency Communication Center (ECC) received a single report of a suspicious incident at 5:26 PM. A 9 year old male alleged an unidentified white male, (no further description), driving a white Chevrolet S-10 truck with an unknown colored light bar on top stopped and spoke to him. The investigation revealed the driver had a brief conversation with the juvenile before driving off. At no time during this conversation did the driver ask or tell the juvenile to get into the truck. The incident was alleged to have occurred sometime between 1:30 PM and 1:40 PM.

Numerous deputies conducted an extensive canvass of the Country Lakes Subdivision and surrounding area but were unable to locate the truck. During follow up interviews conducted 8-19-14, deputies received conflicting accounts from the juvenile complainant and juveniles who alleged to have witnessed the incident. 

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office is asking the public to report any suspicious activity. If you have any information regarding this incident contact the Duty Officer at 301.475.4040. Report suspicious activity to the NON-EMERGENCY LINE 301.475.8008 or in the event of an emergency call 9 1 1.     

SMCSO Investigating Suspicious Incident in Wildewood

California, Maryland - On August 18, 2014 at 5:30 PM, deputies responded to the area of Widewood Parkway and Dahlia Drive for a suspicious incident. The Emergency Communications Center (ECC) received a single report that a male juvenile was riding his bicycle when he heard a male voice say, "Hey, get in here." The juvenile turned to see 2 male subjects inside a silver truck with cap (no further description). The passenger door of the truck was open and the passenger, described as having black hair, light beard, wearing a gray or black tee shirt was looking at the juvenile. The juvenile rode away on his bicycle, returned home, and told his parents. The truck did not follow him. No description of the driver is available.

Numerous deputies conducted an extensive canvass of the Wildewood subdivision and surrounding area but were unable to locate the truck. Deputies returned to the subdivision today and conducted additional crime prevention and neighborhood canvassing.

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office is asking the public to report any suspicious activity. If you have any information regarding this incident contact the Duty Officer at 301.475.4040. In the event this incident is a potential misunderstanding, we request the 2 subjects involved contact the Sheriff's Office in order to clarify what took place.

Report suspicious activity to the NON-EMERGENCY LINE 301.475.8008 or in the event of an emergency call 9 1 1.      

Self-Defense for Seniors at Victory Woods Senior Housing

The concept of self-defense for seniors deals more with not showing distress than with techniques to physically hurt an offender. Strength to protect oneself comes from an awareness of surroundings, a confidant presence, and an understanding of your abilities.

 

On Thursday, August 21, 2014, at 2:00 PM, Triad/SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) of St. Mary’s County will host a Self-Defense Seminar at Victory Woods Senior Apartments, 22611 FDR Boulevard, Lexington Park, Maryland. The presenter will be Wayne Dean, owner of Dean’s Okinawan Martial Arts and Self Defense. Mr. Dean will focus his presentation on Self-Defense for seniors which will include:

-          Break-Away Techniques: the skills and techniques to break-away and protect you in aggressive situations where one has been threatened or physically assaulted.

-         Pressure Point Areas: the ability to locate “pressure point areas” on the human body to defend oneself.

-         Cane-Fu Self Defense: seniors with and without disabilities will learn how to use a cane to defend themselves from physical harassment and assault.

There is one important psychological factor to remember regarding self-defense.  You are strengthening yourself and becoming more equipped to handle hostile situations!

Registration is not required, but encouraged. This event is open to the public and FREE of charge. To register, call 301-475-4200, ext. 1073.

Vice/Narcotics Drug Arrest

During the course of an overdose death investigation, Thomas Jay Willingham (Age 59 of Leonardtown) was found to have distributed Morphine to several individuals in the days leading up to the death of John Warren Cleveland Jr.. Evidence recovered indicated that suspect Willingham distributed Morphine to both John Cleveland and Lena King in the days leading up to victim Cleveland’s death. He was charged with two counts of Distribution of Morphine and originally held without bail.

 

Thomas Willingham

Inquiries should be directed to Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander of Vice/Narcotics, at 301-475-4200 x1918.

Death Investigation - Mechanicsville

Mechanicsville, Maryland - On August 16, 2014, at 8:19 PM, deputies responded to a private residence for the report of a person deceased inside the home. On arrival, deputies located a 33 year old, male, dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.  The Criminal Investigations Division was contacted, responded to the scene, and assumed the investigation.

 

Detectives determined the deceased’s family had been unable to contact him over a short period of time. Family members contacted another relative who lives in the area to check on him. The relative responded to the residence and after getting no response at the door, forced entry into the home. The relative found the deceased in the living room and called police. The deceased was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore where an autopsy will be performed.  Foul play is not suspected at this time in the investigation.

 

Captain Terry L. Black

Commander
Criminal Investigations Division
301-475-4200 Ext. 1925

Arrests 8-18-14

DOMESTIC ASSAULT – On August 12, 2014, Deputy Teague responded to a residence on Great Mills Court for a reported domestic assault. The victim alleged suspect Delontey Montario Butler, 21, of Hollywood, attacked the victim causing multiple injuries. Butler was located and placed under arrest. He was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and charged with 2^nd Degree Assault.

Delontey Butler

 

DISORDERLY CONDUCT/ASSAULT – On August 13, 2014, Deputy Lafave responded to a residence on Winding Way in Lexington Park, for a reported fight in progress. The investigation revealed suspect Ashley Marie Moore, 30, of Lexington Park, pushed one victim and spat in the face of a second during an argument. While conducting the investigation, Moore refused to stop yelling profanity. She was placed under arrest after she ignored repeated orders to stop. Moore was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and charged with 2 COUNTS of 2^nd Degree Assault and Disorderly Conduct.

 

Ashley Moore

George Phillip Conley 2^nd, 50, of Great Mills was charged with DUI on 8-14-14 by Deputy LaFave.

George Conley 2nd

 

1^st DEGREE ASSAULT – On August 15, 2014, Deputy Pontorno responded to a residence on Eric Road in Lexington Park, for the report of a subject with a knife. The victim alleged suspect Robert Craig O’Reilly, 33, of Lexington Park, chased him in the parking lot with a knife. O’Reilly then threw the knife in the victim’s direction. The suspect was located and placed under arrest. He was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and charged with 1^st and 2^nd Degree Assault and Reckless Endangerment.

Robert O'Reilly

 

VIOLATION PROTECTIVE ORDER – On August 16, 2014, DFC Rogers responded to a residence in the 20000 block of point Lookout Road in Great Mills, to serve a protective order on Joseph Aloysius Curtis, 50, of Great Mills. After serving Curtis, Curtis walked off of the property and called the petitioner in the protective order, while DFC Rogers was still on the scene. The order specified Curtis was to have no contact with the petitioner.  Curtis was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Violation Protective Order.

 

Joseph Curtis

 

Suspect Charged in Rape Case

Lexington Park, Maryland - On August 16, 2014, Sheriff’s Office Patrol units responded to a private residence for the report of a sexual assault. Deputies arrived on the scene and made contact with an acquaintance (witness) of the victim who stated the adult female victim had been transported to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital.  Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division were contacted, responded to the hospital, and assumed the investigation.

Detectives determined the female victim and a friend (witness) had been at a local bar where they met three males.  The victim and her friend (witness) left the bar with the three males and went to an apartment on Hilton Drive in Lexington Park.  Upon arriving at the apartment the victim was provided a glass of wine by the suspect. The victim subsequently passed out.   A short time later, the witness was unable to locate the victim and began checking the residence.  The witness attempted to check a bedroom but discovered the door had been locked.  After yelling the victim’s name several times and attempting to open the door, the suspect exited the room. The witness entered the room and discovered the victim unresponsive and her clothing removed.

During an interview with detectives, the victim recalled drinking a glass of wine before feeling her body become heavy and then everything went dark. She did not recall anything else until she heard her friend yelling her name.

 

Detectives executed a search and seizure warrant at the residence where the incident occurred and recovered several items of evidence.  The suspect, identified as Omni A. Wallace, age 31 of Lexington Park, Maryland, was later located and placed under arrest.  Omni was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center, charged with 2^nd Degree Rape and incarcerated on a $35,000 bond.  Omni posted bond and was subsequently released from commitment. 

       

Omni A. Wallace

                                                            

Captain Terry L. Black
Commander
Criminal Investigations Division
301-475-4200 Ext. 1925

Do you know this BURGLARY suspect?

Mechanicsville, Maryland - On Sunday, August 10, 2014 at 11:40 PM, the pictured suspect broke into the Copsey’s Seafood Carryout located at 29084 Three Notch Road. The Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help with solving this crime.

 

 

 

 

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary's County that leads to an arrest or indictment. Anyone with information about this crime may contact CRIME SOLVERS at 301.475.3333, (callers can remain anonymous), or text a tip to "TIP239" plus your message to '"CRIMES" (274637).  You may also contact the investigating deputy, Jamie Davis, at 301.475.4200 X 9016. Case #43508-14

 

 

Incident Briefs 8-13-14 to 8-18-14

8-13-14 Property Destruction - A victim, who resides on Laurel Grove Road, reported unknown suspect(s) damaged her mailbox. Several additional mailboxes were damaged in the neighborhood as well. Case remains open. Case #43903-14

8-13-14 THEFT - A victim, who resides on Woodlawn Drive, reported unknown suspect(s) stole a go-cart from his residence. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Flerlage. Case #43904-14

8-13-14 BURGLARY - A victim, who resides on Indentured Lane in St. Mary's City, reported unknown suspect(s) forcibly entered his residence and stole property. Case #43947-14

8-14-14 THEFT - A victim, who resides on Tin Top School Road, reported unknown suspect(s) stole a heat pump from his residence. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Roszell. Case #44065-14

8-15-14 ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - Unknown suspect(s) attempted to gain entry into the Holy Face Church. Case #44261-14

8-15-14 THEFT - A victim, who resides on Daisy Lane, reported unknown suspect(s) stole the Maryland Registration plate from her vehicle. Case #44245-14

8-15-14 BURGLARY - A victim reported unknown suspect(s) entered his shed on Jennifer Drive in Mechanicsville and stole several items of property. Case remains open. Case #44337-14

8-16-14 BURGLARY - A victim, who resides on Oxen Court reported unknown suspect(s) entered her residence and stole property. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Manns. Case #44421-14

8-17-14 PROPERTY DESTRUCTION - A victim, who resides on Sandstone Street, reported unknown suspect(s) broke the windows out of his vehicle. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Fennessey. Case #44614-14

8-17-14 CHILD NEGLECT - A 2 year old male was found outside in the area of 46860 Hilton Run Drive. The father who was located in a nearby apartment, believed the toddler's mother had taken him with her. Case remains open and is assigned to DFC Rogers. Case #44615-14

8-18-14 ASSAULT - A male victim reported he was assaulted by 2 unidentified black male suspects while he was sitting outside with his family on Eric Road in Lexington Park. The victim had an argument with the 2 suspects earlier in the day. He sustained minor injuries. Case remains open. Case #44683-14

PATROL SOLVES VEHICLE BURGLARY

Lexington Park, Maryland - On August 7, 2014, a victim entered her vehicle to leave for work when she discovered her vehicle had been burglarized and a TomTom brand GPS unit had been stolen. The ignition had been severely damaged in an attempt to steal the vehicle . Deputy Cole responded for the report. During Deputy Cole's investigation he learned the GPS unit had been pawned by a suspect identified as Malik Sharon Jordan, 18, of Lexington Park. Deputy Cole located Jordan at his residence and recovered additional evidence he had committed the crime. Jordan was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center. He was charged with Rogue and Vagabond, Property Destruction, Theft $1,000 to $10,000, and Theft Under $1,000.  

 

Malik Jordan

 

Do you know us? We passed fake $.

On Wednesday, August 6, 2014 at 5:40 PM, the suspects pictured below passed counterfeit $100 bills at the Wawa located at 27605 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville. Each suspect, in separate transactions, used a counterfeit $100 bill to make small purchases and received true US currency in change. They had committed a similar offense 15 minutes earlier at the Wawa located in Charlotte Hall.

 

They were operating what appears to be a green 90's model Ford Thunderbird with District of Columbia registration.

Suspect #1

 

Suspect #1 and vehicle

 

Suspect #2

 

Suspect #2

 

 

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office offers rewards of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary's County that leads to an arrest or indictment. Anyone with information about this crime may contact CRIME SOLVERS at 301.475.3333, (callers can remain anonymous), or text a tip to "TIP239" plus your message to '"CRIMES" (274637).  You may also contact Deputy Beyer, at 301.475.4200 X 9004 (Case #42748-14) or Deputy Fennessey at X 9103 (Case #42755-14). 

 

 

 

Arrests 8-13-14

TRESPASSING – On August 7, 2014, Deputy Rogers responded to the California Walmart for a reported trespassing. Loss prevention employees observed suspect Darvin Wynn York, 29, of California, on the property of the business in violation of a notice not to trespass. Deputy Rogers located York in the parking lot and he was charged with the violation by Criminal Citation.

 

Darvin York

ALCOHOL VIOLATION – On August 7, 2014, Deputy Al Beishline assigned to the Lexington Park COPs UNIT, observed suspect Kevin Jerome Chase, 44, of Lexington Park, consuming an alcoholic beverage on the public sidewalk located on Great Mills Road. Chase was charged with the violation by Criminal Citation.

 

Kevin Chase

ALCOHOL VIOLATION – On August 8, 2014, Deputy Al Beishline assigned to the Lexington Park COPs UNIT, observed suspect Francis Stefan Miles, 50, of Lexington Park, consuming an alcoholic beverage in the parking lot adjacent to Canopy Liquors on Great Mills Road. Miles was charged with the violation by Criminal Citation.

Francis Miles

 

TRESPASSING – On August 8, 2014, Deputy Krum assigned to the Lexington Park COPs UNIT, responded to the Essence Beauty Salon for a reported theft. The investigation revealed suspect Robert Imerie Blackistone, 51, of no fixed address, received a haircut, refused to pay for the service, and exited the business. Deputy Krun located Blackistone nearby and placed him under arrest. Blackistone was intoxicated and on the property in violation of a notice not to trespass as well. Blackistone was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and charged with Theft Under $100 and Trespassing Private Property.

 

Robert Blackistone

 

ASSAULT – On August 9, 2014, Deputy Steinbach responded to a residence on Valley Court for a reported assault. Two victims alleged suspect Rache Tornell Williams, 21, of Lexington Park, assaulted them during an argument over money and alcohol. Deputy Steinbach observed evidence of injury consistent with the allegations made by both victims. The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival but was located a short distance away. Williams was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with 2 COUNTS of 2^nd Degree Assault.

 

Rache Williams

PROPERTY DESTRUCTION/RECKLESS ENDANGERMENT – On August 9, 2014, Corporal Connelly responded to a residence located in the 22000 block of Point Lookout Road, for reported property destruction in progress. The investigation revealed suspect Michelle Ellen Ann Waro, 41, of Lexington Park, became angry with relatives at the residence and began throwing landscaping rocks through the windows of the home damaging property. Several victims inside the residence ran from room to room to avoid being struck by the incoming bricks. In all, Waro threw bricks damaging 9 residential windows and both front windshields of a 2004 Ford truck and a 2009 Ford truck. The estimated damage was valued at over $7,000. Waro was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with Property Destruction Over $1,000, Property Destruction Under $1,000, and 3 COUNTS of Reckless Endangerment.

Michelle Waro

 

FAILURE TO OBEY LAWFUL ORDER & RESISTING ARREST – On August 10, 2014 at 12:50AM, Deputy John Davis responded to a residence located on Lupes Court in Mechanicsville, for a loud music complaint. After dispersing the crowd, suspect Dakota James McFalls, 19, of Mechanicsville, began yelling profanity at deputies on the scene. He was ordered to stop or face being arrested. McFalls, who was intoxicated, continued yelling at deputies and was advised he was under arrest. While placing McFalls in handcuffs he pulled away and attempted to run. He was taken into custody without further incident and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. McFalls was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Failure to Obey a Law Order, and Resisting Arrest. 

 

Dakota McFalls

 

THEFT – On August 9, 2014, Deputy S. Cameron responded to the Belk Department Store in California for a reported theft. The investigation revealed the store’s loss prevention employee observed suspect Anita Louis Schriver, 34, of Piney Point, conceal a girl’s hair tie and leave without paying. Schriver had also committed an earlier theft at the store on 8-5-14 (earrings) but was not apprehended.  Schriver was inside the store in violation of a notice not to trespass. She was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. Schriver was charged with 2 COUNTS of Theft Under $100 and Trespassing Private Property.

 

Anita Schriver

THEFT – On August 10, 2014, Corporal Connelly responded to the Walmart located in California, for a reported theft. Loss prevention employee reported suspects Jessica Marie Vermillion, 32, of Chaptico, and Joseph Allen Stillwell, 37, of Chaptico, scanned only 17 items at the self-checkout and placed several additional pieces of merchandise in the shopping bags which were not paid for. They then exited the store. The value of the theft was over $350. Both suspects were charged with Theft Under $1,000 by Criminal Citation.

Jessica Vermillion

 

Joseph Stillwell

 

 

 

BURGLARY – On August 10, 2014, Deputy S. Cameron responded to a residence in the 44000 block of St. Andrew’s Church Road for a burglary in progress. The victim alleged he woke up after hearing his car alarm going off. He looked outside to see a white female standing between his two vehicles. The victim went outside to check on her welfare and discovered she was intoxicated. The suspect identified as Donna Michelle Hill, 33, of Clements, then followed the victim inside of his residence and refused to leave. Deputy Cameron placed Hill under arrest. The investigation revealed both of the victim’s vehicles had been entered and contents had been moved by Hill.  Hill was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center and charged with 4^th Degree Burglary, 2 COUNTS Rogue and Vagabond, and Disturbing the Peace.   

Donna Hill

 

ASSAULT – On August 11, 2014, Deputy Bowen responded to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center for a fight between inmates. The investigation revealed suspect Michael Ryan Norfolk, 25, of Great Mills, shoved the victim during an argument over butter. Norfolk was charged with 2^nd Degree Assault DOC Employee (inmate).

Michael Norfolk

 

Incident Briefs 8-8-14 to 8-13-14

8-8-14 THEFT - A complainant reported unknown suspect(s) stole 2 inboard outdrive boat motors from the Boatel California located on North Patuxent Beach Road. Case remains open and is assigned to Corporal O'Connor. Case #43035-14

8-8-14 THEFT - A victim reported her purse with contents was stolen from an office at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Case remains open and is assigned to Corporal Connelly. Case #43067-14

8-9-14 MVA Fly-Out - At 3:17 PM, deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident in the area of 28585 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville. The investigation revealed a 2000 Ford Explorer collided with 2 other vehicles while traveling southbound. The driver of the Explorer, a male, age 68, sustained a head injury from striking the windshield and was flown to an area hospital for precautionary measures. Case #43297-14

8-9-14 THEFT - A victim, who resides on Lawrence Adam Drive, reported unknown suspect(s) entered his garage and stole tools. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Pleisse. Case #43316-14

8-10-14 BURGLARY - A victim reported unknown suspect(s) entered her residence located on Wolftrap Street by forcing open a back door. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Roszell. Case #43429-14

8-10-14 ATTEMPTED BURGLARY - A complainant reported an unidentified male was attempting to gain entry into Copsey's Seafood located at 29084 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville. Deputies arrived on the scene and the suspect was gone. Case remains open. Case #43508-14

8-11-14 ROBBERY - Employees at the Checker's located on Great Mills Road reported a black male suspect pushed an employee at the window and made entry into the business. Once inside he attempted to steal property then fled on foot. Deputies assisted by MSP Trooper 7 attempted to locate the suspect without success. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Teague. Case #43552-14

8-11-14 THEFT - The property manager for 47332 Eagan McAllister Lane reported several air conditioning units had been stolen. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Fennessey. Case #43548-14

8-12-14 BURGLARY MOTOR VEHICLES - 3 vehicles were entered by unknown suspect(s) while they were parked at the Park Sunoco Body Shop. Case remains open. Case #43726-14

8-13-14 BURGLARY - A victim, who resides on Liberty Street, reported unknown suspect(s) entered his residence and stole property. Case remains open and is assigned to Deputy Lance. Case #43807-14