Great Mills Man Arrested for Robbery

On March 24, 2020, at approximately 6:40 p.m. deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported robbery in the 20800 block of Callaway Village Way.  Investigation determined an unknown male wearing a hooded jacket, entered the business and brandished a knife. The suspect assaulted the victim and stole currency from the cash register and fled the scene in a black vehicle.

During the robbery investigation, deputies were notified of an assault involving a similar vehicle, in the 45600 block of Buckshot Way in Lexington Park. Investigation determined the suspect, later identified as Devon Tyler Lee, age 18 of Great Mills, was operating a black Tahoe and repeatedly rammed the victim’s occupied vehicle. When deputies arrived on scene the Tahoe was located abandoned. It was later determined the Tahoe had been reported stolen several days prior to the robbery and assault. Through the course of the investigation it was determined Lee was the suspect in the robbery and the stolen vehicle had been used to flee the robbery scene.

On March 27, 2020, Lee was arrested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center.  Lee was charged with the following:

Armed Robbery

Robbery

Dangerous Weapon-Conceal

Dangerous Weapon-Intent/Injure

Assault First Degree

Assault Second Degree

Theft

Motor Vehicle-Unlawful Taking

Lee remains incarcerated at the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center on a no bond status. Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact Detective Trevor Teague at (301) 475-4200 extension 78128 or by email at Trevor.Teague@stmarysmd.com.

Citizens may remain anonymous and contact Crime Solvers at (301) 475-3333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their message to “CRIMES” (274637).  Through the Crime Solvers Program tipsters are eligible for an award of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or indictment.

For official news and information, follow the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office on Twitter @firstsheriff.

Telephone Reporting Available

As part of the statewide and national response to ongoing Coronavirus concerns, Sheriff Tim Cameron has authorized Telephone Reporting for certain crimes. The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office encourages the public to utilize the telephone reporting system to minimize social contact. 

Telephone reporting through the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office will be available by contacting our dispatch Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. at (301) 475-8008. The following crimes may be reported utilizing telephone reporting:

·         Malicious Destruction of Property/Vandalism

·         Burglary to Motor Vehicle/Attempted

·         Fraud

·         Harassment/Threat/Telephone Misuse

·         Single Vehicle Property Damage Accident/Deer Strike

·         Trespassing (Not in Progress)

·         Theft

Non-violent crimes may also be reported online at www.firstsheriff.com.

On View Arrests/Warrants

On View Arrests:

Violation of Protective Order- On March 25, 2020, Dep. Burgess responded to the 23500 block of Black Oak Court in California, for the reported disturbance. Investigation determined Samuel Lee Craddock, age 45 of California, violated a valid court order by having contact with the two victims which was prevented by the active order.  When Dep. Burgess arrived on scene Craddock was in the presence of both protected parties/victims. Craddock was arrested and charged with two counts of Violate Protective Order.  CASE# 18262-20

Samuel Lee Craddock 

Assault- On March 25, 2020, Dep. Wilhelmi responded to the 23500 block of Black Oak Court in California, for the reported disturbance. It was determined during a verbal altercation, Stephanie Lynn Edwards, age 65 of California, bit the victim on the arm causing visible injury to the victim. Edwards was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 18255-20

Stephanie Lynn Edwards 

Violation of Protective Order- On March 26, 2020, Cpl. Flerlage responded to the 26500 block of Loveville Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported protective order violation. Investigation determined Ashley Nicole Barber, age 31 of Mechanicsville, violated an active court order by making repeated telephone calls to the victim. Barber was arrested and charged with Violate Protective Order. CASE# 18504-20

Ashley Nicole Barber 

Warrants:

03/26/20- Shawn Randall Schroeter, age 50 of Waldorf- Burglary 2nd and 4th Degree and Theft by Cpl. Flerlage# 241. CASE# 67153-19

Shawn Randall Schroeter 

On View Arrests/Warrants/Juvenile Referrals

On View Arrests:

Robbery/Assault- On March 21, 2020, Dep. M. Graves responded to the 21600 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined the victim made contact with Leroy Christopher Neal, age 44 of Mechanicsville, to purchase an item. While the victim was counting money, Neal and another subject began assaulting the victim, and stole property from the victim. The victim fled the scene and contacted law enforcement. Neal was arrested and charged with Robbery, Assault 2nd Degree and Theft. CASE# 17257-20

Leroy Christopher Neal 

Assault/Disorderly/Resisting Arrest- On March 22, 2020, Cpl. Graves responded to the 21600 block of Liberty Street in Lexington Park, for the reported disturbance. While deputies were standing by to allow one party to gather items and leave the residence, Stephen Alfonzo Banks Jr., age 26 of Lexington Park, stood in the doorway and began yelling.  Deputies gave Banks orders to cease his behavior, however Banks continued creating a disturbance causing many neighbors to come outside. Deputies attempted to take Banks into custody, at which time he slammed the door striking a deputy. Banks was taken into custody and charged with Assault 2nd Degree, Disorderly Conduct, Fail to Obey a Lawful Order, and Resisting Arrest. CASE# 17409-20

Stephen Alfonzo Banks Jr. 

Violate Protective Order- On March 23, 2020, DFC. Budd responded to the 44700 block of Emma Lane in Hollywood, for the reported protective order violation. Melvin Craig Koon, age 57 of Hollywood, was served an order not to contact the three victims by any means.  DFC. Budd arrived to find Koon on the victims' property. Koon was arrested and charged with three counts of violate protective order. On March 24, 2020, Dep. Rycyzyn responded to the same address for the reported protective order violation. Investigation determined Koon phoned the victims' residence in violation of a valid protective order. Koon was arrested and charged with three counts of violate protective order. CASE# 17993-20/17699-20

Melvin Craig Koon

Trespassing- On March 23, 2020, Dep. Salas responded to the 21700 block of South Coral Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported trespassing. Contact was made with Oliver Henry Woods Jr., age 59 of Waldorf. Woods was directed by deputies to leave the area.  Approximately two hours later deputies were again dispatched to the same address for Woods trespassing. Woods was arrested and charged with Trespass: Private Property and Trespass: Public Agency. CASE# 17708-20

Oliver Henry Woods Jr.

Warrants:

03/20/20- Terrence Darnell English Jr., age 20 of Lexington Park- Robbery, Assault 2nd Degree,and Malicious Destruction of Property by Dep. Jerew# 372. CASE# 55663-20

Terrence Darnell English Jr. 

03/20/20- Ronald Paul Colvin, age 43 of no fixed address- Malicious Destruction of Property by Dep. Jerew# 372. CASE# 16953-20

Ronald Paul Colvin 

03/24/20- Michael Kevin Abell, age 58 of Leonardtown- two counts of Rape 2nd Degree, Sex Offense 3rd Degree, and Sex Abuse Minor by Dep. Fenwick# 338. CASE# 14036-20

Michael Kevin Abell

03/25/20- Ashley Nicole Barber, age 32 of Mechanicsville- Violate Protective Order, Harassment, and Trespass: Private Property by Dep. Wilson# 370. CASE# 16758-20

Ashley Nicole Barber 

Juvenile Referrals:

02/14/20- Male age 15 of California- Malicious Destruction of Property by Cpl. Delozier# 160. CASE# 9282-20

02/25/20- Female age 15 of Lexington Park- Assault 2nd Degree and Disruption of School Activities by DFC. Muschette# 303. CASE# 7225-20

02/27/20- Male age 16 of Great Mills- Assault 2nd Degree and Disruption of School Activities by Cpl. Holton# 73. CASE# 12025-20

02/27/20- Female age 16 of Ridge- Assault 2nd Degree and Disruption of School Activities by DFC. Muschette# 303. CASE# 12008-20

02/28/20- Male age 15 of Callaway- Assault 2nd Degree and Disruption of School Activities by Cpl. Holton# 73. CASE# 12025-20

02/28/20- Male age 13 of Mechanicsville- Disruption of School Activities and Resisting Arrest by Cpl. Davis# 197. CASE# 12278-20

02/29/20- Male age 14 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Henry# 333. CASE# 5464-20

03/01/20- Juvenile male age 16 of California- Unauthorized Removal of Vehicle and Theft by Dep. Wimberly# 357. CASE# 8498-20

03/05/20- Male age 14 of Mechanicsville- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Raley# 345. CASE# 13839-20

03/05/20- Male age 13 of Mechanicsville- Malicious Destruction of Property by Dep. Walker# 366. CASE# 13601-20

03/06/20- Male age 13 of Lexington Park- Dangerous Weapon on School Property by Dep. Palmer# 373. CASE# 11866-20

03/06/20- Female age 10 of Lexington Park- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Palmer# 373. CASE# 11802-20

03/08/20- Male age 16 of California- Theft by Dep. Hill# 361. CASE# 14387-20

Identity Sought in Robbery Case

April 22, 2020 update: The suspect has been identified. 

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured whose nickname is “Cali,” as a possible suspect in a robbery that occurred on Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 1 pm, at an apartment at the 21600 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park.

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or this incident is asked to call Deputy Michael Graves at 301-475-4200, ext. 78101 or email michael.graves@stmarysmd.com. Case # 17257-20

Citizens may remain anonymous and contact Crime Solvers at 301-475-3333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their message to “CRIMES” (274637). Through the Crime Solvers Program tipsters are eligible for an award of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or indictment.

Identity Needed for Theft Suspect

April 1, 2020 update: The suspect has been identified. 
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a theft investigation. On Thursday, March 19, 2020 at 9 am, the suspect entered the Charlotte Hall Dollar General store and took several items from the business without paying for them, including the orange hooded sweatshirt depicted.

The suspect was last seen driving away in an older model gray four-door Honda.

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or this incident is asked to call Cpl. Gray Maloy at 301-475-4200, ext. 78035 or email gray.maloy@stmarysmd.com. Case # 16667-20

Citizens may remain anonymous and contact Crime Solvers at 301-475-3333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their message to “CRIMES” (274637). Through the Crime Solvers Program tipsters are eligible for an award of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or indictment.

On View Arrests/Warrants/Criminal Citations

On View Arrests:


Drug Arrest- On March 10, 2020, Cpl. Knott conducted a traffic stop in the 46400 block of Midway Drive in Lexington Park, after a passenger was observed utilizing a suspected CDS smoking device. Mitchell Jay McKinney, age 30 of Mechanicsville was identified as the passenger, and located in the vehicle was a suspected CDS smoking device containing suspected cocaine residue. McKinney was arrested and charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana and CDS: Possession-Paraphernalia. CASE# 14914-20

Mitchell Jay McKinney

Drug Arrest- On March 12, 2020, Dep. Hill responded to the 21600 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, to assist deputies with a wanted individual.  Deputies made contact with Kese Eman Lyles, age 38 of Lexington Park.  It was discovered Lyles was wanted on outstanding child support warrants. Lyles was arrested and located in Lyles' coat pocket was a suspected CDS smoking device containing suspected cocaine. Lyles was served the outstanding warrants and charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana and CDS: Possession-Paraphernalia. CASE# 15453-20

Kese Eman Lyles

Assault- On March 13, 2020, Cpl. White responded to the 21200 block of Hunting Court in Leonardtown, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Joseph William Haggard, age 49 of Leonardtown, assaulted the victim by striking the victim on both arms and also striking the victim in the head with his fist and hands. Visible injury to the victim was observed and Haggard was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 15536-20

Joseph William Haggard 

Violate Protective Order- On March 14, 2020, Dep. Gardiner responded to the 26500 block of Loveville Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported violation of protective order. Investigation determined Ashley Nicole Barber, age 31 of Mechanicsville, violated an active court order prohibiting contact with the victim by sending the victim numerous messages, and coming to the victim's residence.  Barber was arrested and charged with Violate Protective Order. CASE# 15750-20

Ashley Nicole Barber

Drug Arrest- On March 14, 2020, Dep. Myers responded to the 23900 block of Mervell Dean Road in Hollywood, to assist deputies on a vehicle stop. Jesse Werner Abell, age 26 of Hollywood, was ultimately arrested for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol. Located on Abell's person at the time of arrest was a folded dollar bill containing a white powdery substance (suspected heroin). Abell was also charged with CDS: Possession Not Marijuana. CASE# 15706-20

Jesse Werner Abell 

Motor Vehicle Theft/Obstructing- On March 14, 2020, Dep. Katulich responded to the 22100 block of Towey Court in Great Mills, for the reported vehicle theft. Investigation determined La Shonda Iesha Dyson, age 35 of Great Mills, had taken the victim's car without permission, and refused to advise officers the location of the stolen vehicle. Dyson was arrested and charged with Motor Vehicle/Unlawful Taking and Obstructing and Hindering. CASE# 15544-20

La Shonda Iesha Dyson

Drug Arrest- On March 15, 2020, Dep. Raley responded to the 25500 block of Pt. Lookout Road in Leonardtown, for the reported CDS violation. Investigation determined Lena Michelle King, age 26 of Leonardtown, removed various items belonging to the business, and when located King was found to have suspected heroin in her possession as well as a medication bottle containing pills (suspected Lyrica).  King was arrested and charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana and Theft. CASE# 15846-20

Lena Michelle King

Assault- On March 15, 2020, DFC. Budd responded to the 18000 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Lucas Tyler Marstaller, age 27 of Lexington Park, attempted to pour a beverage on the victim and tried to punch the victim in the face. Marstaller was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 15957-20

Lucas Tyler Marstaller

Drug Arrest- On March 16, 2020, Dep. Palmer responded to the St. Mary's County Detention and Rehabilitation Center for the reported found CDS. Investigation determined Michael Tyree Mitchell, age 37 of Great Mills, reported to the detention center as part of his pretrial release. Located on Mitchell's person was a plastic bag containing suspected synthetic marijuana (K-2). Mitchell was arrested and charged with CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana and Possess Contraband at Place of Confinement. CASE# 16023-20

Michael Tyree Mitchell

Assault- On March 16, 2020, Dep. M. Myers responded to the 22000 block of Valley Estates Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Sheldon Lyvonne Curtis, age 39 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim causing injury to the victim's face and neck. Curtis was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 15973-20

Sheldon Lyvonne Curtis

Violate Peace Order/False Statement- On March 16, 2020, Dep. Raley responded to the 21000 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported harassment.  Investigation determined Shonita Nicole Somerville, age 39 of Lexington Park, called law enforcement to report a false crime at the victim's residence. While deputies were speaking to the victim, Somerville contacted the victim and drove by the residence, in violation of a current peace order which prohibits Somerville from contacting the victim by any means. Somerville was arrested and charged with False Statement to Officer and Peace Order Fail to Comply. CASE# 15980-20

Shonita Nicole Somerville

Assault- On March 17, 2020, Dep. Jerew responded to the 21800 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Kashawn Eric-Hernandez Powell, age 24 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim by grabbing the victim by the neck and punching the victim in the face, causing injury to the victim. Powell was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 16339-20

Kashawn Eric-Hernandez Powell 

Assault- On March 17, 2020, Dep. Edwards responded to the 18400 block of Pt. Lookout Road in Park Hall, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Charles Anthony Clinton, age 65 of Park Hall, assaulted the victim by pushing the victim which caused the victim to fall into furniture, leaving visible injury to the victim. Clinton was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE#

16397-20

Charles Anthony Clinton 

Assault- On March 18, 2020, Dep. Fretwell responded to the 39800 block of Golden Beach Road in Mechanicsville, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Joseph Allen Woodland, age 57 of Mechanicsville, assaulted the victim by pushing the victim to the ground, and causing lacerations to the victim's arm. Woodland was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 16602-20

Joseph Allen Woodland

Assault- On March 19, 2020, Cpl. Tirpak responded to the 20900 block of Winters Lane in Leonardtown, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Scott Patrick Adams, age 46 of Leonardtown, assaulted the victim by pushing the victim down on furniture and shoving food in the victim's face. Once at the detention center Adams also assaulted a correctional officer by kicking the officer. Adams was charged with two counts of Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 16717-20

Scott Patrick Adams

Warrants:

03/12/20- Christopher Todd Ellsworth, age 31 of Leonardtown- Alter Drug Test by Dep. Edwards# 335. CASE# 15439-20

Christopher Todd Ellsworth 

03/12/20- Kese Eman Lyles, age 38 of Lexington Park- two counts of Failure to Appear/Child Support by Dep. Hill# 361. CASE# 15453-20

Kese Eman Lyles

03/13/20- Michael Antonio Barnes, age 34 of Great Mills- Violation of Probation/Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Katulich# 363. CASE# 15551-20

Michael Antonio Barnes

03/16/20- Keona Dominque Best, age 24 of Prince Frederick- Robbery, Assault, and Theft by Dep. Palmer# 373. CASE# 16040-20

Keona Dominque Best

03/16/20- Latonya Renee Johnson, age 43 of Lexington Park- Disorderly Conduct and Disruption of School Activities by Cpl. J. Graves# 201. CASE# 16048-20

Latonya Renee Johnson

03/19/20- Andre Derryl Cooper, age 33 of Hagerstown- Violation of Probation/Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Wilson# 370. CASE# 16681-20

Andre Derryl Cooper

03/19/20- Anthony Leon Brooks, age 38 of Great Mills-Violation of Probation/Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Fenwick# 338. CASE# 16659-20

Anthony Leon Brooks 

Criminal Citations:

03/12/20- Madelein Louise Santos Mayuga, age 19 of Upper Marlboro- Theft by Cpl. Reppel# 141. CASE# 15417-20

03/12/20- Emma Tierney Gronda, age 20 of Chevy Chase- Theft by Cpl. Reppel# 141. CASE# 15417-20

03/12/20- Jessica Lynn Thompson, age 37 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Hill# 361. CASE# 15426-20

03/13/20- Amanda Nicole Miller, age 18 of Lusby- Theft by Dep. Myers# 364. CASE# 15667-20

03/15/20- Ashley Raquel Barnes, age 31 of California- Theft by Dep. Walker# 366. CASE# 15942-20

03/16/20- Shontese Rachielle Woodland, age 30 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Haas# 367. CASE# 10880-20

03/20/20- Tracie Lashawn Graham, age 32 of Washington, D.C.- Theft by Dep. Wynnyk# 351. CASE# 16825-20

03/20/20- Oliver Henry Woods Jr., age 53 of Waldorf- Trespass Private Property by DFC. Budd# 325. CASE# 16845-20

Lexington Park Juvenile Charged in Robberies

March 23, 2020 update: On March 19, 2020, a male juvenile age 16 from Lexington Park, was arrested and charged as an adult for his involvement in two robberies that occurred in February of 2020.  Through the course of the investigation information was obtained leading to the juvenile suspect being identified as a participant in the robberies. The suspect was charged with the following:

Armed Robbery (two counts)

Robbery (two counts)

Assault First Degree (two counts)

Assault Second Degree (two counts)

Theft (two counts)

The suspect is currently incarcerated at the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center on a no bond status. Due to a recent change in Maryland law the name and photograph of the juvenile will not be released until the court makes a finding at the waiver hearing to determine the jurisdiction of this case. 

This is an active investigation and anyone with information on the identity of the second suspect is asked to contact Detective Taylore Nauman at (301) 475-4200 extension 78109 or by email at Taylore.Nauman@stmarysmd.com.

Initial Release: On February 21, 2020, two individuals entered the Island Sushi establishment located in the 21800 block of N Shangri La Drive.  The individuals displayed a weapon and obtained an undisclosed amount of currency and fled the establishment on foot.

On February 23, 2020, two individuals entered the 2000 Liquors establishment located in the 21800 block of N Shangri La Drive.  The individuals displayed a weapon and obtained an undisclosed amount of currency and then fled the establishment on foot.

In both robberies, the individuals concealed their identity with masks. Anyone with information on the identities of the suspects is asked to contact Detective Taylore Nauman at (301) 475-4200 extension 78109, or by email at Taylore.Nauman@stmarysmd.com.

Citizens may remain anonymous and contact Crime Solvers at (301) 475-3333, or text a tip to “TIP239” plus their message to “CRIMES” (274637).  Through the Crime Solvers Program tipsters are eligible for an award of up to $1,000 for information about a crime in St. Mary’s County that leads to an arrest or indictment.

For official news and information, follow the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office on Twitter @firstsheriff.

Questions and Answers Regarding Large Social Gatherings

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has received numerous inquiries about Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s order regarding gatherings of more than 10 people. The St. Mary's County Sheriff’s Office has listed some frequently asked questions and responses in this unprecedented situation. The Sheriff’s Office requests your compliance with the governor’s order and your patience as we work through this difficult situation.

Please be patient as the Sheriff's Office works through the pandemic as a community to protect each other. 

As further guidance, changes or questions become available our office will share it with the community so that you are informed.

Question #1
I would like 11 friends to come to my house for a BBQ. Would this be legal?
According to guidance from the Maryland Attorney General, Gov. Hogan’s executive order DOES apply to social gatherings at a private residence. A citizen holding a social gathering of more than 10 people could be criminally charged with violating the order.

Question #2
Are St. Mary’s County parks closed?
No, St. Mary’s County parks are not closed, however many facilities are. Organized activities have been canceled and gatherings of more than 10 people would violate the governor’s order. For example, a game of touch football or a basketball game involving more than 10 people would violate the law. Hiking in the park with your spouse, or fishing in a park with your child would not be a violation of the law at this time. For additional information please check the St. Mary's County Recreation and Parks website at: https://www.stmarysmd.com/emergency/rpannounce.asp

The St. Mary’s County Health Department and Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are the best resources to learn what you can do to stay healthy and safe.
St. Mary’s County Health Department: http://www.smchd.org/coronavirus/
St. Mary’s County Health Department “Social Distancing”: http://www.smchd.org/wp-content/uploads/COVID-19-Social-Distancing-Flyer-fn.pdf
Center for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html

Gov. Hogan’s Order: https://governor.maryland.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Amending-Gatherings.pdf