On May 20, 2016, at approximately 12:30 a.m., St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a domestic assault in the 48000 block of Long Lane in Lexington Park. While in route, the Emergency Communications Center broadcasted the suspect, Stevyn John Lee, age 32, of Lexington Park, was leaving in a white SUV bearing North Carolina tags. Deputy First Class Schultz observed the motor vehicle in the area of Hermanville Road and advised the operator appeared to be under the influence of alcohol, due to his erratic driving and speed. Deputy First Class Schultz attempted to conduct a vehicle stop at which time the vehicle fled.
Lee continued eluding police by traveling Northbound on Route 5. An attempt to stop the vehicle was initiated utilizing stop sticks, at Route 5 and the Fast Stop. The suspect stopped his vehicle in the area of Fast Stop, prior to striking the stop sticks. Lee refused to exit the vehicle upon being stopped. Forced entry was made, and Lee was extracted from the vehicle. He was transported to MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital for treatment, before being taken to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Second Degree Assault, Resisting Arrest, and Driving Under the Influence.
