Monday, November 20, 2023

IDENTITY SOUGHT FOR PERSON OF INTEREST - Burglary - Wildewood

 



On Saturday, November 18, 2023, at approximately 5:30 am, the subject pictured above entered a residence in the Wildewood community and stole multiple items. The suspect is seen here using one of the stolen credit cards.

The suspect is described as a white male with a “top-knot,” with the hair shaved on the sides. He has a sparse chinstrap beard, a medium build, and was observed wearing a black Nike hoodie.

It is believed he is responsible for other thefts in the area.

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect and/or this incident is asked to contact Deputy M. Rycyzyn #350 at Michael.Rycyzyn@stmaryscountymd.gov, or call 301-475-4200 ext. 8030. Please reference Case #64880-23. 

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FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION


 

LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 20, 2023) – On Monday, November 20, 2023, at approximately 8:59 a.m., deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the report of a head-on motor vehicle collision in the area of Three Notch Road and Expedition Drive in Lexington Park.

 A preliminary investigation revealed the operator of a Honda Accord (Brian Alan Hicks, age 42, of Lexington Park), was traveling southbound on Three Notch Road when, for unknown reasons, the vehicle crossed into the northbound lanes and struck a Jeep Grand Cherokee (Sharon Lynn Harp, age 56, of Scotland). Mr. Hicks was found unresponsive, life-saving measures were initiated, and he was pronounced deceased on the scene. Ms. Harp was flown to a nearby trauma hospital for precautionary reasons.

 The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Collision Reconstruction Team responded to the scene and assumed the investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the collision and has not provided a statement is asked to contact Cpl. Rachael Roszell at 301-475-4200 ext.8108 or rachael.roszell@stmaryscountymd.gov. 

 


Friday, November 17, 2023

IDENTITY SOUGHT FOR PERSON OF INTEREST – Theft – Mechanicsville Birdies

On Monday, November 13, 2023, between 5:45 and 6:00 PM, the subject pictured entered Birdies in Mechanicsville and stole a donation jar that was placed on the counter near the register.

The subject fled in a 2012 silver Kia Forte with tinted windows.

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect and/or this incident is asked to contact Deputy Elijsha.Munn at Elijsha.Munn@stmaryscountymd.gov or call 301-475-4200 ext. 8169. Please reference Case #63825-23

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

IDENTITY SOUGHT FOR PERSON OF INTEREST – Theft – Hollywood Shores

On Monday, November 13, 2023, at approximately 2:42 p.m., a package containing an Apple Ultra 2 watch was stolen from the front steps of a residence in the Hollywood Shores neighborhood in Hollywood, MD.

The suspect was driving a dark-colored SUV when he parked and walked across the street to steal the package from the victim’s residence.

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect and/or this incident is asked to contact Deputy Dianne Hersh at Dianne.Hersh@stmaryscountymd.gov or call 301-475-4200, ext. 8155. Please reference Case #64499-23.

REMINDER: As the holidays approach, thefts from residences increase; protect yourself by scheduling deliveries when someone is home to bring them in immediately.




IDENTITY SOUGHT FOR PERSON OF INTEREST – Breaking and Entering Motor Vehicle

On Friday, November 10, 2023, the subject shown in these pictures entered a parked vehicle located on North Coral Drive in Lexington Park, MD, removed several items from the vehicle, and fled toward Great Mills Rd.

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect and/or this incident is asked to contact Deputy Toni Hunsinger at Toni.Hunsinger@stmaryscountymd.gov or call 301-475-4200, ext. 8015. Please reference Case #63039-23.

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Public Advisory: St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and Partner Agencies to Conduct Search Operation


LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 16, 2023) – The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and partner agencies will conduct a search operation beginning at 9 a.m. and lasting throughout the day Friday, November 17, 2023, in the Scotland, MD, area between Fresh Neck Pond Road and Point Lookout State Park.

A coordinated effort involving deputies, fire and rescue personnel, and search dogs will be deployed to facilitate the operation. The public is requested to avoid traveling to and around the area during the search. Further, to ensure the safety of all involved, individuals with seasonal hunting permits are advised to abstain from hunting in this vicinity for the duration of the search.

For updates and further information, residents are encouraged to monitor official channels and announcements from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. The cooperation and understanding of the public are greatly appreciated.

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office to Host 22nd Annual Silent Angel Memorial


LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 15, 2023) In a poignant commemoration of lives lost to homicide, community members are cordially invited to participate in the 22nd Annual Silent Angel Memorial hosted by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday, December 3, 2023, at 6 p.m., at the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department at 46900 South Shangri La Drive, Lexington Park, MD.

The Silent Angel Memorial was founded in 2002 by Ms. Bildman following the loss of her son and is an annual tribute to the individuals in St. Mary's County who have fallen victim to acts of homicide.

During the annual ceremony, ornaments are placed on a Christmas Tree and the names of

St. Mary’s County homicide victims are announced. Each ornament displays the name, date of birth, and the date each victim became a “silent angel.” Following the ceremony, the decorated tree will be placed in the lobby of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office until the first week of January.

For more information or to extend your support to this meaningful event, please reach out to Madisyn Absher at the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office at 301-475-4200, ext. 1971, or email at Madisyn.Absher@stmaryscountymd.gov.



St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Lexington Park Assault

LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 15, 2023) – At approximately 8:58 p.m. Tuesday, November 14, 2023, Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 46000 block of Midway Drive in Lexington Park, MD, for a 911 call from a resident who observed an assault on a home security camera.

Deputies reviewed the video, and a preliminary investigation indicated that an unidentified white male was walking in the area when a vehicle stopped; two unidentified subjects then exited the car and assaulted the victim.

The vehicle is described as a light-colored, short-bed, two-door truck, pictured below.


Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division have assumed the investigation and have requested anyone who may have information related to this incident please contact Corporal Tyler Payne at Tyler.Payne@stmaryscountymd.gov or 301-475-4200, ext. 8010.

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Notable Arrests/DUIs/Summonses/Warrants through 11/12/23

LEONARDTOWN, MD (November 14, 2023) – The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office handled 1550 Calls for Service (CFS) from 11/06/23 through 11/12/23.

ARRESTS:
11/06/23 – Tyonte Ajee Raymond Thomas, 29, of Lusby, MD, by DFC Michael Myers, for Assault Second Degree on a Division of Corrections Employee and Assault Second Degree.


 11/07/23 - Amanda Rae Bailey, 41, of Leonardtown, MD, by Deputy Richard Stillwell for Felony Theft Scheme: $1500 to under $25,000 and eight counts of Theft: $100 to under $1500.


 11/11/23 – Michael Turner Bice, 31, of Mechanicsville, MD, by Deputy Austin Welch, for Felony Burglary First Degree, Felony Burglary Third Degre, Burglary Fourth Degree, Malicious Destruction of Property Value: $1000, Theft: $100 to under $1500, and CDS Possession: Not Cannabis.


11/12/23 – Alexis Taylor Cusic, 19, of Lusby, MD, by Deputy Devin Absher, for Felony Arson First Degree and Malicious Destruction of Property Value - $1000.

 

DUIs:
11/04/23 - William Michael Pitner, 70, of Mechanicsville, MD, by Deputy Joseph Senatore, for Willfully Driving Motor Vehicle at Slow Speed Impeding Normal and Reasonable Traffic Movement, Driving While Under the Influence of Alcohol, Driving Vehicle While Impaired by Alcohol, Negligent Driving in a Careless and Imprudent Manner Endangering Property, Life and Person, and Reckless Driving of a Vehicle in Wanton and Willful Disregard for the Safety of Persons and Property.


11/04/23 – Derrin Robert Perez-Perez, 21, of Lexington Park, MD, by Deputy Raymond Allebach, for Driving a Motor Vehicle on the Highway Without Required License, Failure to Display Lighted Lamps, Driver Failure to Obey Properly Placed Traffic Control Devices Instructions, Driving While Under the Influence of Alcohol, Driving Vehicle While Impaired by Alcohol, Driving Vehicle While So Far Impaired by Alcohol Cannot Drive Safely, Driving on a Suspended License, Driving on Suspended Out-of-State License.


 11/07/23 – Joseph Lee Tapponnier, 42, of Leonardtown, MD, by Corporal Shawn Shelko, for Driving a Vehicle So Far Impaired by Drugs Cannot Drive Safely, Driving a Vehicle While Impaired by a Controlled Dangerous Substance, Failure to Control Vehicle Speed on Highway to Avoid Collision, Displaying Expired Registration Plate.


 11/05/23 – Gary Mitchell Quade, Jr., 42, of Bushwood, MD, by Deputy Preston Dixon, for Driver Failure to Obey Properly Placed Traffic Control Devices Instructions, Driving a Vehicle So Far Impaired by Drugs Cannot Drive Safely, Driving a Vehicle While Impaired by a Controlled Dangerous Substance, Driving Without Required License, Driving on Revoked Out-of-State License, Reckless Driving of a Vehicle in Wanton and Willful Disregard for the Safety of Persons and Property.


SUMMONSES:
11/10/23 – Christina Lynn Rivas, 50, of Hollywood, MD, by DFC Daniel Sidorowicz, for CDS Possession: Not Cannabis.


 WARRANTS:
11/03/23 – Sylvester Kenneth Price, 22, of California, MD, by Corporal Daniel Holdsworth, for Felony Attempted First Degree Murder (3 counts), Felony Assault First Degree (3 counts), Assault Second Degree (3 counts).


 11/08/23 – Michael Bryan Allison, 34, of Colonial Beach, MD, by Deputy Elijsha Munn, for Felony Motor Vehicle Theft.


 


UPDATE: INDIVIDUAL IDENTIFIED. IDENTITY SOUGHT FOR PERSONS OF INTEREST - COUNTERFEIT

At approximately 2:20 PM on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, the subject shown in the picture below entered Cook’s Liquors & Deli in Park Hall, MD.

The subject used a counterfeit bill to purchase lottery tickets and receive cash back.

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect and/or this incident is asked to contact Deputy Michael.Rycyzyn at Michael.Rycyzyn@stmaryscountymd.gov or call 301-475-4200, ext. 8030. Please reference Case #62699-23.

Citizens can also call Crime Solvers 24/7 at 301-475-3333 or send a text to Crime Solvers at 274637. Type "Tip239" in the message block and select SEND. After receiving a response, continue the conversation. Note: Tip239 is case-sensitive and must be typed in the message block as shown. With Crime Solvers, tipsters may remain anonymous.

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