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