Incident Briefs 9-11-2015 – 9-14-2015

9-11-15 Suspicious Incident – Unknown suspect(s) were observed engaging in suspicious activity on the 28000 block of Autumnwood Drive in Mechanicsville.

9-11-15 Theft – Unknown suspect(s) stole property on the 17000 block of Driftwood Drive in Piney Point.

9-11-15 Theft – Unknown suspect(s) stole property from the 29000 block of Edison Drive in Mechanicsville.

9-12-15 Attempted Burglary – Unknown suspect(s) attempted entry into a residence on the 23000 block of S. Pembrook Drive in Leonardtown.

9-15-15 Theft – Unknown suspect(s) stole property from the 35000 block of Aviation Yacht Club road in Mechanicville. 

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office Announces New Public information Officer

In June 2015, Mrs. Jennifer Stone was selected as the first civilian Public Information Officer (PIO) for the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office, replacing the interim PIO Sergeant Cara Grumbles. Mrs. Stone was selected from several qualified applicants to fill this position and will be responsible for establishing cooperative relationships with the media in addition to managing communication with the Citizens of St. Mary’s County.

Mrs. Stone has a degree in Communication Studies and a minor in Leadership Studies from Frostburg State University. She was previously employed at the  St. Mary's County Department of Aging & Human Services as the Community Programs & Outreach Division Manager.  

On August 17, 2015, Mrs. Stone began her career with the Sheriff's Office and is the primary contact for all public relations and media matters.

Sheriff Tim Cameron and the men and women of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office would like to welcome Jennifer Stone to the Sheriff's Office team.

DESK # 301-475-4200, ext. 1922

CELL # 240-256-4847

Jennifer.Stone@stmarysmd.com

Jennifer Stone, Public Information Officer 

Press Release -- Assault

SUSPECT CAPTURED: On September 24, 2015, suspect Tyreke Delante Butler of Lexington Park, was taken into custody without incident in Atlanta Georgia by members of the US Marshal Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force and the South Eastern Regional Fugitive Task Force.

Butler was wanted by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office on an open arrest warrant charging him with Attempted First Degree Murder following a shooting on September 11, 2015, in Lexington Park. 

ORIGINAL RELEASE: On September 11, 2015, at 11:13 a.m. St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies responded to the area of Far Cry Road in Lexington Park for a report of an assault in progress. Upon arrival, deputies located an adult male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported via Maryland State Police Helicopter “Trooper 2” to a local area trauma center where he is continuing to receive medical treatment. Detectives and Crime Lab personnel from the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) responded to the scene and assumed the investigation, ultimately developing Tyreke Delante Butler, 24, of Lexington Park as a suspect. Butler was not located on scene and his whereabouts are currently unknown.

Butler is described as a black male approximately 5’11” and 205 lbs. He is considered ARMED and DANGEROUS. DO NOT APPROACH. If seen CALL 911 IMMEDIATELY.

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call Detective Cory Ellis at 301-475-4200 ext. 9125 or CRIME SOLVERS at 301-475-3333. Tipsters can also text their tips in to “TIP239” plus your message to “CRIMES” (274637). Callers and tipsters do not have to leave a name, just the information. If the information leads to an arrest and conviction, the caller/tipster may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000.

Press Release -- VICE NARCOTICS

Detectives identified Danielyn Winder as a distributor of cocaine throughout Southern Maryland to include St. Mary’s County. Undercover purchases of cocaine were conducted and detectives obtained a search and seizure warrant for the target’s person and vehicle. Detectives observed Suspect Winder on Great Mills Road and a Vice/Narcotics Support Team Deputy made contact with him, placing him into custody pending execution of the search warrants. Suspect Winder, while handcuffed, fled on foot and was caught after a short chase by undercover officers.

A search of Suspect Winder’s person and his vehicle yielded 66 individually packaged baggies of crack cocaine and two additional bags of both power and “crack cocaine” totaling approximately $8,000. In addition to the cocaine, multiple bottles of “Promethazine” and more than two and half ounces of marijuana, three cellular phones and nearly $3,000 in cash were recovered. Detective also seized Suspect Winder’s 2001 Toyota. Suspect Winder is currently out on bail in Calvert County for “Possession with Intent to Distribute” and is scheduled to stand trial on those charges on December 9th, 2015. Additional charges are expected after the investigation is reviewed with State’s Attorney Richard D. Fritz.

Danielyn Winder

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

Press Release -- VICE NARCOTICS

Detectives began making undercover purchases of cocaine from Javon Lyzell Dickens (Age 24 of California, MD) in various locations throughout St. Mary’s County. A search and seizure warrant was obtained and executed on his California residence. Detectives recovered marijuana, related paraphernalia, “crack cocaine” (street value $1,300), a digital scale with cocaine residue, more than $300.00 in cash and two cellular phones. A 2002 Ford Explorer was also seized.   Suspect Dickens is currently out on bail awaiting a trial for “Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine and Marijuana” which is set for October 13th, 2015 in the Circuit Court for St. Mary’s County.  Inquiries should be directed to Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander of Vice/Narcotics, at 301-475-4200 x1918.

Javon Lyzell Dickens

Incident Briefs 9-10-2015

9-9-15 Burglary – Unknown suspect(s) removed property from a residence on the 46000 block of Sue Drive in Lexington Park.  

9-10-15 Recovered Stolen Vehicle – A vehicle without tags was located and confirmed stolen in the 46000 block of Midway Drive in Lexington Park. 

Arrests (August 28 to September 3)

Theft – On August 26, 2015, Corporal D. Snyder responded to the 37000 block of Waterloo Road in Coltons Point, for a reported theft. The victim alleged, Hayden P. Cabada, age 19, of Coltons Point, stole and fraudulently cashed a check from the victim's checkbook.. Cabada was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with two counts of Forgery and Theft under $1000.00. CASE# 50042-15

Hayden P. Cabada

False Statement – On August 27, 2015, Deputy D. Lawrence responded to the 21000 block of Indian Bridge Road in California, for a reported theft.  Lisa M. Youngblood, age 21, of California, alleged cash was stolen from her residence. Further investigation revealed, Youngblood’s cash was not stolen, and Youngblood gave a false statement to deputies. Youngblood was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with False Statement to Officer. CASE# 50345-15

Lisa M. Youngblood

Theft – On August 29, 2015, Deputy T. Siciliano responded to the 45000 block of Miramar Way (Walmart), for a reported theft. The suspect, Shonata R. Harris, age 25, of Great Mills, attempted to walk out of Wal-Mart without paying for her merchandise. Harris was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with Theft Less than $100.00. CASE# 50682-15

Shonata R. Harris 

Disorderly Conduct – On August 30, 2015, Corporal J. Somerville responded to the area of 40000 Kavanagh Road in Mechanicsville, for a fight-in-progress. The suspect, Tracy Hemsley, Jr., age 21 of Lexington Park, became disorderly while being questioned. Hemsley was asked several times to stop yelling and using obscenities. He continued to scream, was placed under arrest, and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Disorderly Conduct. CASE# 50806-15

Tracy Hemsley, Jr.

Trespassing – On August 28, 2015, Deputy A. Beishline and Corporal K. Nelson observed a suspicious suspect on the property of Great Mills High School. Further investigation revealed the suspect, Kaevon O. Jefferson, age 18, of Lexington Park, did not have a reason to be at Great Mills High School. Deputies advised Jefferson that he must leave the property and not return, or he would be subject to arrest. At approximately 2:40 p.m. the same officers observed Jefferson in the same location during their patrol.  While being placed under arrest, Jefferson tried to flee and resist. Jefferson was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Trespassing and Resist(ing) a Lawful Arrest. CASE# 50494-15

Kaevon O. Jefferson

Domestic Assault – On August 28, 2015, Deputy G. Mushchette responded to 46000 Pleasant Drive in Lexington Park, for a reported disturbance. The victim alleged suspect Roshaundra P. Dyson, age 28, of Lexington Park, punched the victim in the face and scratched the victim. The victim displayed signs of an injury consistent with the allegations. Dyson was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with First Degree and Second Degree Assault. CASE# 50447-15

Roshaundra P. Dyson 

Domestic Assault – On August 31, 2015, Deputy D. Potter responded to the 18000 block of Saint Jeromes Neck Road in Dameron, for a reported domestic assault. The victim alleged suspect, Daniel Dean, age 39, of Dameron, put the victim in a ‘choke hold’ during an argument. The victim appeared to have fresh scratches and injuries consistent with the allegations. Further investigation revealed contraband consistent with drug use in the home. Dean was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. Dean was charged with Second Degree Assault and Possession of a Control Dangerous Substance of Schedule II: Cocaine. CASE# 50980-15

Daniel Dean 

Domestic Assault – On August 31, 2015, Corporal K. Moritz responded to the 24000 block of Hollywood Road in Hollywood, for a reported domestic assault. The victim alleged the suspect, Anthony R. Rey, age 33, of Hollywood, punched the victim in the lower back and the jaw. The victim displayed injuries consistent with the allegations. Rey was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Second Degree Assault. CASE# 51014-15

Anthony R. Rey

Violation Protective Order – On August 31, 2015, Deputy S. LeFave responded to the 18000 block of Point Lookout Road in Park Hall, for a reported theft. Further investigation revealed the theft was a civil dispute. The victim alleged the suspect, Brian K. Jordan, age 40, of Great Mills, violated a protective order by contacting the victim through a text message. Jordan was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with Violation Protective Order. CASE# 51044-15

Brian K. Jordan

Domestic Assault – On September 1, 2015, Deputy G. Knott responded to the 46000 block of Shining Willow Lane in Lexington Park, for a reported domestic assault. The victim alleged, Tonya Albers, age 41, of Lexington Park, struck the victim with a chair several times. The victim displayed injuries consistent with the allegations. Albers was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. She was charged with Second Degree Assault. CASE# 51409-15.

Tonya Albers 

Violation Protective Order – On September 2, 2015, Deputy J. Bare responded to 44000 Hunting Meadows Court in Callaway in regards to a Violation of Protective Order. The victim alleged the suspect, Earl Thomas D. Granger, age 24, of Great Mills, contacted the victim via telephone on several different occasions. Granger was arrested and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center. He was charged with two counts of Violation Protective Order. CASE# 51580-15

Earl Thomas D. Granger 

Theft – On August 2, 2015, Deputy D. Holdsworth responded to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center, for a reported theft. The victim alleged the suspect, Francis X. Hill, age 19, and of no fixed address, was using his phone account without permission. Hill was charged with a criminal citation for Theft less than $100.00. CASE# 51628-15

Francis X. Hill 

Incident Briefs 9-9-2015

9-9-15 Theft – Unknown suspect(s) stole property from the exterior of a residence in the 37000 block of East Spicer Drive in Mechanicsville. CASE# 52815-15

9-9-15 Indecent Exposure – Unknown suspect(s) exposed himself to a victim in Lancaster Park in Lexington Park. CASE# 53000-15

St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office Lexington Park COPs Unit and Traffic Safety Unit will be conducting traffic enforcement at Gate 1 and Gate 2 at Naval Air Station Patuxent River.

Members of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office Lexington Park COPs Unit and Traffic Safety Unit will be conducting traffic enforcement at Gate 1 and Gate 2 at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland. This enforcement effort is in response to two primary concerns.

First, deputies will be looking for vehicles blocking the intersection and the northbound lanes of travel on Route 235. Drivers blocking the intersection while attempting to turn into the base from the southbound lanes of Route 235 or while crossing the intersection from Route 246 will be cited. Maryland Traffic Law Article 21-1003 states: "A person may not stop, stand, or park a vehicle in an intersection." This violation is a $70 FINE AND 0 POINTS.

Second, deputies will be looking for motorists traveling southbound on Route 235 and performing an illegal U-Turn just south of Gate 2 to enter Gate 2 from the northbound lanes of Route 235. Maryland Traffic Law Article 21-201 states: "The driver of any vehicle shall obey the instructions of any traffic control device." in this case, the No U-Turn sign being the traffic control device. This violation is a $90 FINE AND 1 POINT.

Deputies will be conducting traffic enforcement at various times over a period of several days. Sheriff Tim Cameron and the men and women of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office ask you to do your part and obey all traffic laws. We are enforcing a ZERO TOLERANCE OPERATION, and ALL VIOLATORS will be ticketed. These violations cause an inconvenience and unnecessary delay to travelers on Route 235 not entering NAS Patuxent River, but more importantly—they create a serious public safety issue.

Incident Briefs 9-4-15 to 9-8-2015

9-4-15 Burglary to Motor Vehicle – Unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle and stole property on the 21000 block of Liberty Street in Lexington Park.  CASE# 52040-15

9-5-15 Vandalism – Unknown suspect(s) vandalized multiple cars on the 45000 block of Heather Street in Great Mills. CASE# 52223-15, 52226-15, 52229-15, 52233-15

9-7-15 Vandalism – Unknown suspect(s) damaged property in the Academy Hills Subdivision in Leonardtown. CASE# 56267-15