Detectives identified a residence in Leonardtown as a
distribution point for prescription medications. A search and seizure warrant
was obtained and executed with the assistance of the St. Mary’s County
Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services Team, Narcotics Support Team members and
K-9 deputies. Detectives recovered Xanax, marijuana, Suboxone, a drug ledger
which documented distribution activity, more than $700.00 in cash, packaging
material and cell phones. Arrested on the scene was James Wesley Hughes Jr. aka
“Big Man” (Age 26). Suspect Hughes was charged with the drug violations and
additional charges and arrests are pending a review with State’s Attorney
Richard D. Fritz.
James W. Hughes JR
Inquiries should be directed
to Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander of Vice/Narcotics, at 301-475-4200
x1918.
