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Identity Needed for Burglary Suspect

 

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the identity of the person depicted in the attached video in a burglary investigation. On Friday, April 23, 2021 at 12:56 am, the suspect smashed the glass in the front door of the Papa John's Pizza on Great Mills Road in Lexington Park and entered the business. Once inside, the suspect tried to open several drawers without success before fleeing the premises. 

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or this incident is asked to call Deputy Zachary Jerew at 301-475-4200, ext. 78154 or email zachary.jerew@stmarysmd.com. Case # 21764-21

Shootings Under Investigation

 

On April 25, 2021, at approximately 8:41 p.m. deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 45500 block of Coronado Drive in Great Mills, for the reported shooting involving multiple victims. Two male victims were located, ages 18 and 13. Both victims sustained gunshot wounds and were transported via helicopter to area trauma centers and are listed in stable condition.

Following the initial shooting, a second shooting was reported at approximately 9:34 p.m. in the 21600 block of Eric Road in Lexington Park. Deputies located a 22-year-old male victim with a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim was transported via helicopter to an area trauma center for treatment and is listed in stable condition.

Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division responded to the scene and continued the investigations. Anyone with information on the shootings is asked to contact Detective Austin Schultz at (301) 475-4200 extension 71953 or by email at Austin.Schultz@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.

 

 

 

Assault in California Under Investigation

 

On April 24, 2021, at approximately 9:52 p.m. deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 23100 block of Three Notch Road in California, for the reported assault. Deputies arrived on scene and located a male victim, age 39 of Lexington Park, who was suffering from multiple stab wounds. Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division responded to the scene and continued the investigation. The victim was transported to an area trauma center and remains hospitalized for treatment.

Anyone with information on this incident 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.

National Prescription Take Back Day-April 24, 2021

 Saturday, April 24, 2021, is National Prescription Take Back Day. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office provides the public an opportunity to prevent prescription abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your medications for disposal to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Headquarters located at 23150 Leonard Hall Drive in Leonardtown. The service is free and anonymous, and the medication drop-boxes are located in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office. The drop-boxes are available for medication disposal, not just on National Prescription Take Back Day, but every day and are accessible 24 hours a day, to include a sharps container for needle collection.

In past years, St. Mary’s County residents have turned in nearly 1.5 million prescription pills at multiple community events and sites operated by the Sheriff’s Office. Nationally, previous Take Back events, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement Administration and its partners have taken in over 8.1 million pounds of disposed medication.

This initiative addresses a vital public health and safety issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.

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

PNC Branch Donation to Support Launch of Health and Wellness Services for Lexington Park Community

Joint Press Release:

PNC Bank

The Housing Authority of St. Mary's County, Maryland

St. Mary’s County Health Department

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office

St. Mary’s County Public Schools

LEONARDTOWN, MD (April 23, 2021) – The St. Mary’s County Equity Task Force, in partnership with the Housing Authority of St. Mary’s County, Maryland (HASMC), is pleased to announce plans for a future Behavioral Health Hub for St. Mary’s County. The 6,200 square-foot, former PNC Bank branch located on Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, was donated by PNC Bank to HASMC with the intent it would be used as a community Behavioral Health Hub by St. Mary’s County Health Department (SMCHD) and St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office (SMCSO).

Included among a wide range of services to be provided on-site are COVID-19 testing and vaccinations for frontline and essential workers and community members, particularly those residents who are older or with chronic health conditions. The launch of the facility helps to ensure easier accessibility to critical health services in the community, particularly for an area challenged by significant health disparities.

"Now, more than ever, access to health care is vital as we face challenges during the pandemic,” said Laura Gamble, PNC regional president for Greater Maryland. “PNC is committed to strengthening and serving the communities where we have a local presence, and supporting the Behavioral Health Hub is one example of this commitment coming to life – in this case, to help families and individuals who need access to health care.”

In addition to the immediate response role of testing and vaccination, the Behavioral Health Hub ultimately will assist with addressing the rise in acute behavioral health concerns associated with the general COVID-19 climate. This impact spans increased stress, anxiety, depression, social separation and loss of loved ones. It also will serve as a needed primary care access point by engaging community partners who will connect residents to other key services addressing equity and the social determinates of health.

“The local leadership team at PNC Bank deserves special recognition in understanding our community’s common needs and achieving positive, collaborative action to their solutions,” said Dennis Nicholson, Executive Director, HASMC.

Future services available through the Behavioral Health Hub will include behavioral health screening and crisis stabilization services, jail diversion programs to focus on substance use treatment and recovery, primary care medical services including preventive care, health education, and diagnosis/treatment. The Behavioral Health Hub also will act as a link to community support services and coaching for financial well-being, as well as assistance with setting and achieving educational and occupational goals.

“We are very grateful for PNC Bank’s generosity in supporting our community during these incredibly challenging pandemic times,” said Dr. Meena Brewster, St. Mary’s County Health Officer. “The facility will be immediately used as part of our local COVID-19 public health response. We also look forward to its future in addressing another pressing public health and health equity issue for our community - behavioral health, including better mental health and drug use prevention and recovery support for our community members.”

“This Behavioral Health Hub will be located immediately next door to our District 4 Station on Great Mills Road, which opened last year, adding yet another level of professional services to the Lexington Park community,” said Sheriff Tim Cameron.

“St. Mary’s County Public Schools looks forward to partnering with the Sheriff’s Office and the St. Mary’s County Health Department to best serve our community and help meet their educational needs,” said Dr. J. Scott Smith, Superintendent of St. Mary’s County Public Schools.

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On June 29, 2020, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, St. Mary’s County Public Schools, and the St. Mary’s County Health Department signed a Joint Resolution to Advance Equity locally in regards to public safety, education and health. Learn more at www.smchd.org/equity.

On View Arrests/Warrants/Criminal Citations

 On View Arrests:

Assault- On April 6, 2021, DFC. Lawrence responded to the 45700 block of Belvoir Road in Great Mills, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Jerry Lee Williams, age 63 of Great Mills, obtained a knife and made a threatening gesture towards the victim, placing the victim in fear. Williams was arrested and charged with Assault 1st and 2nd Degree. CASE# 18471-21 (No Photograph Available)

Assault- On April 8, 2021, Dep. Mattera responded to the 21600 block of Spyglass Way in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Calvin Donnell Harris Jr., age 25 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim by striking the victim in the face multiple times and strangling the victim, causing visible injuries. Harris was arrested and charged with Assault 1st and 2nd Degree. CASE# 18810-21

Calvin Donnell Harris Jr. 

Assault- On April 9, 2021, Cpl. Pontorno responded to the 21700 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported individual threatening others with a knife. Upon arriving at the scene, the victim advised Cpl. Pontorno the subject was holding a knife and made threats to cut the victim. Cpl. Pontorno located Steven Princeton Garland Jr., age 24 of Forestville, and a knife was recovered from Garland. Garland was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 19191-21

Steven Princeton Garland Jr. 

Burglary- On April 10, 2021, Dep. Rycyzyn responded to the 46800 block of South Shangri La Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported burglary. Evidence of forced entry was observed to the residence and movement was heard upstairs. Before entry was made to the residence an emergency call regarding a burglary in progress to a bank was made to 911. Shortly after, Jeremiah Lee Logan, age 40 of no fixed address was observed fleeing a second story window; Logan was quickly apprehended. Also discovered in the residence was Melody Lynn Bowen, age 54 of no fixed address.  It was determined Logan had made the call to 911 reporting a false crime in progress. Logan was arrested and charged with Burglary 4th Degree, Trespass: Private Property, and False Statement to Officer. Bowen was arrested and charged with Burglary 4th Degree and Trespass: Private Property. CASE# 19256-21

Jeremiah Lee Logan

Melody Lynn Bowen

Assault- On April 12, 2021, Dep. Wilhelmi responded to the 15600 block of Lizzie's Lane in Ridge, for the reported disturbance. Investigation determined Andrea NMN Webb, age 52 of Ridge, assaulted the victim by punching the victim in the face repeatedly and scratching the victim. Visible injury was observed to the victim and Webb was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 19743-21

Andrea NMN Webb

Violation of Protective Order- On April 12, 2021, Dep. Mattera responded to the 47300 block of Lincoln Avenue in Lexington Park, for the reported protective order violation. Investigation determined Kelvin Leon Thomas, age 53 of Lexington Park, violated a valid court order by sending the victim messages and contacting the victim on several occasions, which is prohibited by the order. Thomas was arrested and charged with Violate Protective Order. CASE# 19757-21

Kelvin Leon Thomas 

Assault- On April 13, 2021, Dep. Chase responded to the 45700 block of Oregon Way in Lexington Park, for the reported disturbance. Investigation determined Charell Latrice Stewart, age 36 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim by punching the victim in the face and biting the victim on the hand. Visible injury was observed to the victim and Stewart was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 19786-21

Charell Latrice Stewart 

Trespassing/Disorderly Conduct- On April 13, 2021, Dep. Wilhelmi responded to the 21500 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported disturbance. Investigation determined Keith Antoine Mackall, age 29 of Lexington Park, began arguing with customers in the business and was told to leave by an employee. Mackall refused, and continued to argue with customers. Mackall went outside with Dep. Wilhelmi and continued to cause a disturbance and fled on foot when advised he was under arrest. Mackall was apprehended and charged with Trespass: Private Property and Disorderly Conduct. CASE# 19999-21

Keith Antoine Mackall

Assault- On April 15, 2021, Dep. Kril responded to the 22600 block of Washington Street in Leonardtown, for the reported assault involving a firearm. Investigation determined James Raymond Dahlsledt, age 41 of Leonardtown, assaulted the victim by grabbing the victim's wrists and hand, causing visible injury. The victim further advised Dahlsledt grabbed a firearm off the nightstand, at which time the victim fled the residence. Dahlsledt was arrested and charged with Assault 1st and 2nd Degree. CASE# 20423-21

James Raymond Dahlsledt 

Obstructing and Hindering- On April 16, 2021, Dep. Jerew responded to the 44900 block of Canvas Back Drive in Callaway, for the reported civil dispute. While on scene attempting to conduct the investigation, Kayla Ashlee Pacitto, age 32 of Port Republic, repeatedly disrupted the investigation by attempting to enter the residence and kicking the door to the residence. Pacitto was arrested and charged with Obstructing and Hindering an Investigation. CASE# 20569-21

Kayla Ashlee Pacitto

Assault/Resisting Arrest- On April 16, 2021, Cpl. Corcoran was conducting an eviction in the 45700 block of Guenther Drive in Great Mills, when he made contact with Aja Keyana Renee Sewell, age 30 of no fixed address. Sewell was not the tenant and was advised she needed to leave by the landlord and Cpl. Corcoran. Sewell refused to leave, became confrontational, and  began yelling at the landlord. Sewell was advised numerous times to cease her behavior and vacate the residence, however she continued to yell and refused to follow instructions. Sewell was advised she was under arrest, and  became combative and pulled away from Cpl. Corcoran and attempted to bite and spit on him. Sewell was taken into custody and charged with Assault 2nd Degree, Resisting Arrest, and Trespassing. CASE# 20999-21

Aja Keyana Sewell

Disorderly Conduct- On April 17, 2021, Dep. Wilhelmi responded to the 46200 block of Corporate Way in Lexington Park, for the reported disturbance. Investigation determined Charles Edward Sharp, age 40 of Charlotte Hall, was at the business yelling at customers and creating a disturbance. When escorted off the property Sharp continued to yell at customers. Sharp was arrested and charged with Disorderly Conduct. CASE# 20699-21 

Charles Edward Sharp

Disorderly Conduct- On April 17, 2021, Dep. N. Hill responded to the 45900 block of Indian Way in Lexington Park, for the reported disturbance. Upon arrival Paulette Michele Johnson, age 29 of Lexington Park, was observed yelling and banging on the door to the residence. Johnson's actions were disturbing to numerous neighbors. Johnson refused to cease her actions and continued to cause a disturbance. Johnson was arrested and charged with Disorderly Conduct. CASE# 20755-21

Paulette Michele Johnson

Warrants Served:

04/08/21- Terronta Antwon Leak, age 30 of no fixed address- Arson, Assault 1st and 2nd Degree, and Malicious Destruction of Property by Dep. Graves# 354. CASE# 18877-21

Terronta Antwon Leak 

04/08/21- Marvin Orlando Snow, age 48 of Hollywood- Assault 1st and 2nd Degree by Dep. Graves# 354. CASE# 18890-21

Marvin Orlando Snow

04/08/21- Henry Michael Schnitker, age 18 of Leonardtown- Sex Offense 3rd and 4th Degree, Sex Offense Minor and Assault 2nd Degree by Det. Payne# 320. CASE# 18847-21

Henry Michael Schnitker

04/08/21- Tavon Christopher Briscoe, age 21 of Lexington Park- Sex Offense 4th Degree and Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Edelen# 330. CASE# 18910-21 

Tavon Christopher Briscoe

04/09/21- Richard Lester Maples, age 58 of Mechanicsville- Regulated Firearm/Illegal Possession, Regulated Firearm/Unlawful Sale/Transfer, and Theft by Cpl. Kerby# 242. CASE# 19179-21

Richard Lester Maples 

04/10/21- Zachary Alan Kiger, age 31 of Lexington Park- Failure to Appear/Theft by Dep. Schell# 359. CASE# 19338-21

Zachary Alan Kiger

04/11/21- Darrell Duane Jones, age 42 of Lexington Park- Failure to Appear/Assault Law Enforcement Officer, Assault 2nd Degree, Litter, Alcoholic Beverage Retail Area and Disorderly Conduct by Dep. Raley# 345. CASE# 19469-21

Darrell Duane Jones

04/12/21- Dillon Cole Heiston, age 27 of no fixed address- Trespass: Private Property by Dep. Bowling# 327. CASE# 19716-21

Dillon Cole Heiston

04/12/21- Shuree Sinese Weems, age 40 of Lusby- Malicious Destruction of Property and two counts of Trespass: Private Property by Dep. Bowling# 327. CASE# 19725-21

Shuree Sinese Weems

04/13/21- Eric William Lee Jenkins, age 39 of Callaway- Assault 1st and 2nd Degree by Dep. Jerew# 372. CASE# 19901-21

Eric William Lee Jenkins

04/15/21- Caitlin Ann Mossbarger, age 31 of Park Hall- Driving While Suspended by DFC. Budd# 325. CASE# 20355-21

Caitlyn Ann Mossbarger

04/15/21- Travon Aronde Berry, age 23 of Waldorf- Rape 2nd Degree and Assault 2nd Degree by Cpl. Beishline# 252. CASE# 20348-21

Travon Aronde Berry

04/15/21- Matthias Glendon Mossbarger, age 35 of Park Hall- Failure to Appear/Driving While Suspended by Dep. Wilson# 370. CASE# 20388-21

Matthias Glendon Mossbarger

04/15/21- Kyjuan Tyrese Bush, age 19 of Lexington Park- Violation of Probation/Robbery by Dep. Allebach# 392. CASE# 37374-21

Kyjuan Tyrese Bush

04/16/21- Donald Anthony Somerville, age 63 of Mechanicsville- Assault 2nd Degree by DFC. Alvey# 275. CASE# 10022-20

Donald Anthony Somerville 

04/19/21- Shannon Lynn Massey, age 42 of Leonardtown- Failure to Appear by Cpl. Maloy#137. CASE# 21060-21 (No Photograph Available) 

04/19/21- Alehandro Jerry Brown, age 48 of Lexington Park- Driving Without a License by Cpl. Connelly# 151. CASE# 21095-21

Alehandro Jerry Brown

04/20/21- Walead NMN Othman, age 53 of Lexington Park- Failure to Appear/Driving Without a License by DFC. Shelko# 326. CASE# 21272-21

Walead NMN Othman 

Criminal Citations Issued:

04/07/21- Mark Stevenson Brensinger Jr., age 39 of Hollywood- Theft by Cpl. Flerlage# 241. CASE# 18716-21

04/08/21- Chelsea Shyan Brandon, age 36 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Burgess# 355. CASE# 18822-21

04/08/21- Samantha Lynn Rainer, age 29 of Great Mills- Trespass: Private Property by Cpl. Pontorno# 257. CASE# 18937-21

04/08/21- Cornelius NMN Fenwick, age 43 of Lexington Park- Trespass: Private Property by Cpl. Ray# 131. CASE# 18937-21

04/13/21- Amber Renne Stewart, age 30 of Lusby- Theft by Dep. Hill# 361. CASE# 19935-21

04/14/21- George Wheeler Jacks, age 52 of no fixed address- Trespassing: Private Property by Dep. Wynnyk# 351. CASE# 20085-21

04/20/21- Donald Earl Walker, age 34 of no fixed address- Trespass: Private Property by Dep. Kril# 382. CASE# 21533-21

Juvenile Referrals: 

04/03/21- Female age 12 of Lexington Park- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Mattera# 375. 

04/15/21- Female age 14 of Great Mills- Deadly Weapon on School Property by Dep. Dixon# 380. 

04/16/21- Female age 11 of California- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. C. Hill# 381. 

04/17/21-- Male age 14 of Leonardtown- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Palmer# 373. 

04/20/21- Male age 17 of Avenue- Property Destruction by Dep. Kril# 382. 

04/20/21- Female age 17 of California- Failure to Stop After Accident to Unattended Vehicle by Dep. Dixon# 380. 

04/21/21- Male age 12 of Lexington Park- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. N. Hill# 361. 

04/21/21- Male age 14 of Lexington Park- Burglary 4th Degree by Dep. C. Hill# 381. 

04/21/21- Male age 13 of Lexington Park- Burglary 4th Degree by Dep. C. Hill# 381. 

04/23/21- Male age 17 of Leonardtown- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Dixon# 380.