Burglaries in Lexington Park Under Investigation

 

May 2, 2022

Update: The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division arrested and charged two male juveniles with multiple commercial burglaries and vandalisms made over the Easter weekend. Deputies performing proactive community enforcement on the night of the burglaries were able to match specific clothing seen in security video with juveniles they had contact with during their shift.

 A 16-year-old juvenile and a 14-year-old juvenile, both of Lexington Park, were developed as suspects and subsequently arrested and charged on April 29 and April 30 with two counts of Second-Degree Burglary; six counts of Third-Degree Burglary; six counts of Fourth-Degree Burglary; five counts of Malicious Destruction of Property under $1,000; one count of Malicious Destruction of Property more than $1,000, three counts of Theft: $100 to under $1,500 and Causing a Fire Alarm.

Both juveniles were processed and released to a parent.

Original Release: The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division is investigating a series of burglaries that occurred in the overnight hours of April 16-17, 2022 in the Lexington Park area.

Deputies are investigating burglaries at a relocatable trailer behind Great Mills High School, at the Jarboe Family Center and Head Start on Lexwood Drive, at the St. Mary’s Caring Soup Kitchen on Langley Road, the U-Haul Rental at Signature Lane, at Hairstuff.com at Signature Lane and the St. Mary’s County Health Department’s HARM Reduction Office at Signature Lane. The burglar(s) damaged property inside of the Jarboe Center, the Great Mills High School trailer and inside the St. Mary’s Caring Soup Kitchen, while damage was made to the exteriors of the other buildings in attempts to illegally enter.

Anyone with information regarding the suspect(s) or these incidents is asked to contact Deputy Alexander Tasciotti at 301-475-4200, ext. 8151 or at alexander.tasciotti@stmarysmd.com.

Citizens may remain anonymous and contact the St. Mary’s County 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.

Lexington Park Shootings Under Investigation

 

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is investigating four shooting incidents over the weekend in Lexington Park.

On Friday, April 15, 2022, at 10:55 pm, Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a shooting complaint at the 45300 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park. Upon investigation, an apartment’s storm door was struck by a projectile, but no injuries were reported.

On Sunday, April 17, 2022, at 5:09 am, deputies responded to a shooting complaint at the 21300 block of Windsor Drive in Lexington Park. Preliminary investigation determined that two vehicles were struck by projectiles. At 5:36 am the same day, deputies responded to the 21700 block of Kearsarge Place in Lexington Park for a shooting complaint. A vehicle was struck by gunfire, but there were no reported injuries.

Later on Sunday, April 17, at 11:44 pm, patrol deputies heard shots fired at the 46300 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park and responded to the scene. An occupied vehicle was struck by gunfire. One victim sustained minor injuries as the result of the vehicle’s glass being shattered. The victim was treated and released on scene.

Criminal Investigations Division detectives and Crime Lab personnel responded to the scenes and the investigations continue.

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to call Detective Cpl. Austin Schultz at 301-475-4200, ext. 1953. Citizens can also report information to StopGunViolence@stmarysmd.com.

Citizens may remain anonymous and contact the St. Mary’s County 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.

St. Mary's County Health Department Thanks Sheriff's Office

 

Sheriff Tim Cameron, Sheriff's Office personnel, Delegate Brian Crosby and Lynn Delahay, liaison for State Senator Jack Bailey 

On Thursday, April 7, 2022, the St. Mary's County Health Department awarded and thanked more than 50 partner organizations for their work through the COVID-19 pandemic, including the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office. 

The St. Mary's County Health Department said, "The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, including the Detention and Rehabilitation Center team, has always been our most steadfast partner in public health. Their wise and engaged leadership, quick application of emerging science, and well-thought out attention to COVID prevention for staff, inmates and community was truly extraordinary. They have been close partners from Day 1 of local pandemic response – working through pandemic policy challenges, informing residents of their COVID results who were difficult to reach, ensuring the safety and security of vaccine storage and our mass vaccine sites. They were a key partner in the planning of our testing and vaccine efforts, providing guidance on the safe set-up of our multiple sites from the very first meetings. As we shift more to managing the impact of the pandemic - behavioral health concerns and violence - we will continue to benefit from the strong partnership we share with the Sheriff’s Office."

The Sheriff's Office, Health Department and St. Mary's County Public Schools also entered into a Joint Equity Task Force in June 2020 during the COVID response to examine and remove any barriers that may have been in place to underserved sections of the community. 

St. Mary's County Commissioner Todd Morgan, Dr. Meena Brewster and Sheriff Cameron
 

Nurse Melanie Trifone and Warden Mary Ann Thompson

On-View Arrests, Warrants Served

On-View Arrests: 

Assault: On April 12, 2022, DFC Thomas Snyder responded to the St. Mary's County Detention and Rehabilitation Center for the report of an inmate assault. Inmate Steven Joseph Boteler, age 41 of Leonardtown, was found to the be the aggressor in argument with another inmate that turned into a physical altercation. Boteler was charged with Second-Degree Assault. Case # 18527-22 

Steven Joseph Boteler

Contraband: On April 13, 2022, Deputy John Gardiner responded to the St. Mary's County Detention and Rehabilitation Center for the report of found Controlled Dangerous Substance. Daemon Scott Robertson, age 38 of California, was brought to the detention center on April 13 on a warrant when Suboxone was found inside of his wallet. Robertson was charged with Possession of Contraband in Place of Confinement. Case # 18668-22 

Daemon Scott Robertson

 

Contraband: On April 13, 2022, Deputy Jessica Wilson responded to the St. Mary's County Detention and Rehabilitation Center for the report of a Controlled Dangerous Substance violation. In processing Gina Patricia Kennedy, age 33 of Owings, a cut plastic straw containing suspected cocaine residue was located in her wallet. Kennedy was charged with Possession of Contraband in Place of Confinement and CDS Possession: Not Marijuana. Case # 18647-22 

Gina Patricia Kennedy

Trespassing: On April 13, 2022, Cpl. Alvin Beishline responded to the La Quinta Inn in California for the report of trespassing. Laitesha Jonelle Jones, age 29 of Leonardtown, was located in the lobby of the hotel and had already been issued a notice not to trespass at the business. Jones was charged with Trespassing on Private Property. Case # 18693-22 

Laitesha Jonelle Jones

Trespassing: On April 14, 2022, Cpl. Beishline responded to the Lexington Park Wawa store for the report of trespassing. Shawn Michael Miles, age 28 of no fixed address, and Joshua Antoine Miles, age 31 of no fixed address, were located at the store property and had already been issued notices not to trespass. Both were charged with Trespassing on Private Property. Case # 18753-22 

Shawn Michael Miles 

 

Joshua Antoine Miles

Assault: On April 14, 2022, Deputy Preston Dixon responded to the 39400 block of Golden Beach Road in Mechanicsville for the report of an assault. The victim and witnesses advised that Randall Francis Windsor, age 40 of Mechanicsville, grabbed the victim by the throat and threw the victim to the ground. Windsor then smashed the victim's cellphone. Windsor was charged with First-Degree Assault, Second-Degree Assault, Resisting Arrest and Disorderly Conduct. Case # 18710-22 

Randall Francis Windsor

 

Warrants: 

On April 9, 2022, Billie Renee Moore, age 40 of Upper Marlboro, was arrested on a bench warrant for Failure to Appear by Deputy Anthony Cucinotta. Case # 17992-22 

Billie Renee Moore

On April 12, 2022, Bobbie Ann Cavey, age 58 of Lexington Park, was arrested on warrants for CDS Possession: Not Marijuana and Failure to Appear: Driving with Revoked License by Deputy Kyle Fleenor. Case # 18486-22 

Bobbie Ann Cavey

 

On April 12, 2022, Sharmaine Inez Dunnington, age 32 of Lexington Park, was arrested on a warrant for Concealed Dangerous Weapon by DFC Dianne Hersh. Case # 18453-22 

Sharmaine Inez Dunnington

 

On April 12, 2022, Chainiah Lashay Johnson, age 22 of Lusby, was arrested on a warrant for Second-Degree Assault by Deputy Joseph Bowling. Case # 4292-22 (no photo available)

On April 12, 2022, Devonte Sahr Taylor, age 33 of District Heights, was arrested on a warrant for Violation of Probation: Armed Robbery by DFC Thomas Snyder. Case # 18528-22 

Devonte Sahr Taylor

 

On April 13, 2022, Zachary Kenneth Lengfield, age 28 of Piney Point, was arrested on a warrant for Trespassing on Private Property by Deputy Joseph Bowling. Case # 18544-22 

Zachary Kenneth Lengfield

 

On April 13, 2022, Daemon Scott Robertson, age 38 of California, was arrested on a warrant for Driving While Suspended by Deputy Alexander Wynnyk. Case # 18629-22 

Daemon Scott Robertson

 

On April 13, 2022, John Lamont Graham, age 53 of Lexington Park, was arrested on a warrant for Second-Degree Assault by Deputy Thomas Deinert. Case # 18734-22 (no photo available) 

 

Foot Chase Ends in Arrest, Gun Charges

 

Delmante Isiah Jordan 

On Saturday, April 16, 2022, detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Vice/Narcotics Division, along with Patrol Division deputies, attempted to serve an arrest warrant for Delmante Isiah Jordan, age 23 of Lexington Park, for Second-Degree Assault. As uniformed deputies attempted to place Jordan under arrest, he fled through the nearby Westbury subdivision in Lexington Park. During the foot pursuit, Jordan threw a handgun to the ground and was placed under arrest.

In addition to the warrant, Jordan was charged with Handgun on Person; Loaded Handgun on Person; Illegal Possession of Ammo; Illegal Possession of a Regulated Firearm and Resist/Interfere with Arrest.

The handgun was recovered and Jordan was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown where he is being held without bond.

Scammers Spoofing Sheriff's Office Phone Number

Some local businesses reported today receiving fraudulent calls claiming to be law enforcement officers with the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office, spoofing the agency's main phone number -- 301-475-8008. The scam callers are seeking money, gift cards or account information, making threats of arrest or investigation.

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office reminds citizens that the agency does not solicit money or gift cards, nor does the Sheriff's Office call citizens on the phone with threats of arrest.

The scammers have spoofed the Sheriff's Office main phone number of 301-475-8008 which displays on caller identification.

If you receive a fraudulent call from a scammer portraying himself as a member of the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office, hang up and call 301-475-8008 to verify the call. Citizens can also make a report online at firstsheriff.com.

Identity Needed for Theft and Fraud Suspect

 

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office is seeking the identity of the person pictured in a theft and fraud investigation. The suspect used stolen credit card numbers and made a series of tire purchases from Tom Hodges Auto Sales in Hollywood from March 7-11, 2022. The purchases were made over the phone and the suspect picked up the tires each day in a gray 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or this incident is asked to contact Deputy James Morgan at 301-475-4200, ext. 8170 or email james.morgan@stmarysmd.com. Case # 13237-22 

Citizens may remain anonymous and contact the St. Mary’s County 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:

Assault- On April 6, 2022, Dep. C. Hill responded to the 45900 block of Halsey Court in California, for the reported disturbance. Investigation determined Francis Xavier Hill, age 26 of California, threw the victim's clothes and cellphone outside, causing the phone to break. Hill also struck the victim in the face, causing visible injury to the victim. Hill was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree and Malicious Destruction of Property. 

Francis Xavier Hill

Assault- On April 7, 2022, Dep. Bowling made contact with the victim who advised of an assault that occurred over several days. The first reported assault occurred on April 3, 2022, in the 21900 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park. During that assault the victim advised Jason Earl William Jones, age 40 of no fixed address, grabbed the victim's jaw/throat and began strangling the victim while lifting the victim off the ground. The victim attempted to leave the tent where the parties were staying, but Jones sat on the victim and held the victim down preventing the victim from leaving. On April 6, 2022, the victim advised Jones slapped her in the face repeatedly. Deputies observed to the victim have a black eye, bruises to the face and multiple bruises to the victim's body were also observed. Jones was located, arrested and charged with Assault 1st and 2nd Degree and False Imprisonment. (No Photograph Available) 

Assault- On April 7, 2022, Dep. Edelen responded to the 21600 block of North Essex Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported disturbance. Investigation determined Jasmine Yvette Estep, age 27 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim and caused a significant laceration to the victim's head. Estep was arrested and charged with Assault 1st and 2nd Degree. 

Jasmine Yvette Estep

Violate Protective Order- On April 8, 2022, DFC. Shelko responded to the 38000 block of Malcolm Gass Lane in Avenue, for the reported protective order violation. Investigation determined Vincent Paul Shontere, age 59 of Avenue, violated a valid court order by being at the victim's residence. Shontere was arrested when he again returned to the victim's residence and was charged with Violate Protective Order.  

Vincent Paul Shontere 

Assault- On April 8, 2022, Dep. Katulich responded to the 46300 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Jonathan Antonio Soto, age 34 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim by striking the victim with a baseball bat numerous times causing significant bruising to the victim's face and lacerations to the victim's head. Soto also threw the victim to the ground and punched the victim repeatedly. Soto was arrested and charged with Assault 1st and 2nd Degree. 

Jonathan Antonio Soto

Assault- On April 8, 2022, Cpl. Teague responded to the 22000 block of Gloucester Court in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Lacey Amanda Plummer, age 30 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim causing abrasions and scratches to the victim's back. Plummer was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. 

Lacey Amanda Plummer 

Trespassing/Public Disturbance- On April 8, 2022, Cpl. Beishline responded to the 21600 block of Liberty Street in Lexington Park, for the reported disturbance. Contact was made with the victim who advised John Richard Clarke Jr., age 30 of Avenue, was intoxicated and attempted to punch and break a window. The victim advised Clarke refused to leave. Deputies advised Clarke he would need to leave the residence, and he refused. Clarke created a loud disturbance and attempted to assault deputies on scene. Clarke was arrested at which time he attempted to kick deputies and once in the police car, began kicking the vehicle. Clarke was charged with Trespass: Private Property Intoxicate-Public Disturbance, Fail to Obey Lawful Order, and Resisting Arrest. 

John Richard Clarke Jr. 

Assault- On April 9, 2022, Dep. Deinert responded to the 46300 block of Creeping Primrose Lane in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Miguel Antonio Moyett, age 29 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim by pushing the victim to the ground. Moyett was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. 

Miguel Antonio Moyett

Violate Protective Order- On April 11, 2022, Dep. Salas responded to the 21800 block of Pegg Road in Lexington Park, for the reported protective order violation. Investigation determined Preston Daniel Foster, age 56 of Lexington Park, contacted the victim in violation of a valid court order. Foster was charged with Violate Protective Order. 

Preston Daniel Foster

Warrants Served:

04/08/22- Jill Marie Knittel, age 42 of Hollywood- Failure to Appear/Theft, Neglect of Minor, Theft and Driving While Suspended by Dep. Wilson# 370. 

Jill Marie Knittel

04/08/22- Tamika Patrice Batts, age 33 of Lexington Park- Indecent Exposure by Dep. Wimberly# 357.

Tamika Patrice Batts

 

04/08/22- David Wayne Brown Jr., age 42 of Leonardtown- Driving Without a License by DFC. Westphal# 337. 

David Wayne Brown Jr. 

04/08/22- Pamela Louise Johnson, age 33 of Lexington Park- Contempt of Court by Cpl. Handy# 132.

Pamela Louise Johnson

04/10/22- Katia Polanco Perez, age 18 of Lexington Park- Driving on Highway Without Required License by Dep. Shubrooks# 389. (No Photograph Available)

04/12/22- William Alexander Sledge, age 64 of no fixed address- Failure to Appear/Trespassing by Dep. Kirscht# 395. 

William Alexander Sledge

Criminal Citations:

04/06/22- Alonzoe Earl Baker, age 18 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Salas# 358. 

Shooting in Lexington Park Under Investigation

 

On April 8, 2022, at 11:52 p.m. deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 46100 block of Westbury Boulevard in Lexington Park for the reported shooting. Deputies arrived on scene and located a male victim, age 21 of Lexington Park, suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area trauma center for treatment. Detectives and Crime Lab personnel from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division responded and continued the investigation.

Preliminary investigation determined the victim was in the area of Pegg Road and Westbury Boulevard when a vehicle drove through the area and one or more occupants fired numerous shots at the victim, striking the victim in the hip.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Detective Corporal James Bare at 301-475-4200, ext. 8118 or at james.bare@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.

Commercial Business Scams

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office advises our commercial business community and their employees to be aware of a scam being perpetrated near closing times. Several businesses in the community were recently victimized by a scam where callers advised the employee answering the phone that they were "federal law enforcement" requesting money. The scam callers made varying threats of arrests and incarceration and convinced the employees to use company money to purchase gift cards and then provided them the numbers to the gift cards.  

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office reminds businesses and citizens that no law enforcement agency will attempt to collect money in lieu of serving an arrest warrant and will not request payment of any kind with a gift card of any kind. 

If you have been the victim of a scam and wish to file a report please contact the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office at (301) 475-8008 or online at https://www.firstsheriff.com/citizenreport/