The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office saw a phenomenal show of support last Friday at its Cover the Cruiser event in Leonardtown. Between donations and shirt sales, more than $1,100 was raised to support our upcoming Law Enforcement Torch Run. The run will be held at St. Mary's City on Saturday, July 10, 2021. Registration for the Torch Run can be found at:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfPk9T47Kn1TrkuiS4YHCqKWarC9fnhAyyjDLRaLsIbO5KptA/viewform  

Our next fundraisers supporting the Torch Run and Special Olympics Maryland will be held at the California Chick-Fil-A on Saturday, June 12, from 8 am to 1 pm and on Tuesday, June 15, from 6-8 pm at Rita's in Lexington Park. See you there! 

The completion of a new 64-bed segregated unit for women provides for a "vulnerable and traumatized" population, Merican said. And the new medical wing replaces a "1980s Band-Aid station," he said. 

And with the addition of a state-of-the-art security system for the entire detention center, "no longer will we need to hand-manufacture parts," Merican said for the outdated system currently in place. 

The new wing is air conditioned and the continuing renovations to the existing facility will also bring central air conditioning, which is not only for the inmates, Merican said, but for the professional staff "who walk the toughest beat in America." 

Robert Green, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, called the detention center upgrades "leading-edge construction," and said, "I would also commend the county for investment in leadership." 

"This is a very special project, a very special end user," said Gary Whipple, Deputy Director of the St. Mary's County Department of Public Works and Transportation. "This is a 24/7 facility. It is truly a complete project." 

"This place is absolutely phenomenal," said Maryland Delegate Brian Crosby. 

Female inmates are scheduled to move into the new wing in August. 

Scheibel Construction is the contractor for the $29 million renovation and addition project. 

Major Michael Merican

Major Merican and Robert Green, Secretary of the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services

Chris Bologna, project liaison; Mary Ann Thompson, Deputy Warden and Major Merican

Major Merican and Daniel H. Raley, former county commissioner

Major Merican and Commissioner President Randy Guy

On-View Arrests: 

Assault: On June 3, 2021, Deputy Blake Haas responded to the St. Mary's County Detention and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown for the report of an assault. It was determined that inmate David Eric Strain, 33 of Lexington Park, followed the victim into a cell and struck the victim in the head and neck area with his closed right fist. Strain was charged with Second-Degree Assault. Case # 29172-21

David Eric Strain

CDS Possession: On June 3, 2021, DFC Matthew Beyer conducted a traffic stop to serve a warrant. Upon a search of the vehicle, a quantity of pills were located, containing suspected codeine phosphate, a Schedule III drug. The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office Vice Narcotics Division then executed a search warrant at the 46000 block of Leesa Court in Lexington Park where there was a quantity of suspected cocaine. Subsequently, Alehando Jerry Brown, 48 of Lexington Park, was charged with two counts of CDS Possession: Not Marijuana. Case # 29070-21 

Alehando Jerry Brown

Trespassing: On June 3, 2021, Cpl. Dale Reppel arrested Dean Alan Graham, 63 of no fixed address, for trespassing at the Lexington Park Donut Connection and Graham was arrested again on June 5, 2021 at the same business by Deputy Tyler Westphal. Case # 29067-21 and 294-89-21

Dean Alan Graham

Kimberly Ann Welch

 Assault: On June 4, 2021, Cpl. Timothy Snyder responded to the 28700 block of Lockes Hill Road in Mechanicsville for a check the welfare call. Upon arrival, Beth Suzanne Gannon, 34 of Mechanicsville, was found to be in the residence in violation of a protective order. Escorted from the home by deputies, Gannon attempted to go after the victim and also threw her cellphone at the victim. Gannon was arrested and charged with Violation of a Protective Order and Second-Degree Assault. Case # 29236-21

Beth Suzanne Gannon

Assault: On June 4, 2021, Deputy Michael Graves conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with no legible tags. The driver was identified as Derin Roberto Perez-Perez, 22 of Lexington Park, who had no identification or proof of insurance. Perez-Perez was also served outstanding warrants upon arrest. Perez-Perez was charged with First-Degree Assault, Second-Degree Assault, Driving without a License, Knowingly Driving Uninsured Vehicle and four payable traffic citations. Case # 29318-21

 

Derin Roberto Perez-Perez

Nicholas Matthew Cerenzia

Joseph Patrick Harris

Dineasha Nicole Stewart

Mia Isabel Campbell

Robert Maurice Scriber

Warrants Served: 

Pamela Louise Johnson

Richard James Rhodes Sr.

Daniel Steve Berry

Rebecca Lynn Bowen

 On June 7, 2021, Christopher Edward Evans-Clark, 33 of Scotland, was arrested for a warrant for Failure to Appear: Driving Motor Vehicle without a License by DFC David Lawrence. Case # 29761-21

Christopher Edward Evans-Clark

Norman Kenneth Dickerson

Sean Waddell Smith

Robert Maurice Scriber

Sherman Leroy Mackall

Orbin Hans Carter IV

The following individuals were arrested on outstanding warrants by the Youth Gun Violence Task Force:

June 3, 2021

Tyrone Lamont Jackson, age 37 of Lexington Park, for CDS Possession: Cocaine; Possession of CDS Paraphernalia; Failure to Appear: CDS: Not Marijuana; Driving on Suspended License and Fleeing and Eluding 

 June 4, 2021:

Walter Jerome Ford Sr., age 56 of Lexington Park, for Failure to Appear: Trespassing 

 Amber Rosetta Joy, age 28 of Lexington Park, for Fourth-Degree Burglary 

 The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Austin Wade George, age 22 of Leonardtown. George is a white male, 5’11” with brown hair and brown eyes and weighs 180 pounds.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Austin Wade George is asked to contact Detective Trevor Teague at (301) 475-4200 extension 78128 or by email at Trevor.Teague@stmarysmd.com. For immediate assistance contact the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office at (301) 475-8008.

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.

Stock photo of 2020 Vatacci Solano 50 scooter, actual scooter is missing the right-side mirror and front fender

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to recover a stolen scooter, taken from the 45700 block of Lord Baltimore Way in Lexington Park on Friday, May 14, 2021 at around noon.

 Anyone with information about the location of the scooter, the identity of the suspects who took the scooter or this incident is asked to call Deputy Zachary Jerew at 301-475-4200, ext. 78154 or email zachary.jerew@stmarysmd.com. Case # 25814-21 

 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:

Theft/Fraud- On June 1, 2021, Cpl. Pontorno responded to the 21700 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported theft. Contact was made with an individual matching the suspect's description and the individual provided deputies with a false name. Investigation determined the individual's name to be Charles Cornelius Butler, age 46 of Lexington Park. Located on Butler's person  was merchandise belonging to the business. Butler was arrested and charged with Theft and Fraud to Avoid Prosecution. CASE# 28800-21 

Assault- On June 6, 2021, Dep. Rycyzyn responded to the 22500 block of Pt. Lookout Road in Leonardtown, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Christopher Edward Evans-Clark, age 33 of Scotland, kicked the victim in the back, causing visible injury. Evans-Clark was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 29701-21

Christopher Edward Evans-Clark

Assault- On June 7, 2021, DFC. Lawrence responded to the 48100 block of Baldridge Street in Leonardtown, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Christopher Edward Evans-Clark, age 33 of Scotland, pointed a shotgun at the victim and physically assaulted the victim. The shotgun was recovered and the serial number on the gun had been scratched off. Evans-Clark was arrested and charged with Assault 1st Degree, Crime of Violence-Pregnant Person, Rifle/Shotgun Possession with Felony Conviction, Rifle/Shotgun Possession Disqualified Individual, Firearm Use/Violent Crime, and Knowingly Altering Firearm ID number. CASE# 29733-21

Christopher Edward Evans-Clark

Robbery/Home Invasion- On June 7, 2021, Dep. Dixon responded to the 21600 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported robbery. Investigation determined Jaqwan Michel-Howard Edelen, age 22 of Hollywood, forced entry into the victim's hotel room, punched the victim, and removed property belonging to the victim. Edelen was arrested and charged with Robbery, Home Invasion, Assault 2nd Degree and Theft. CASE# 29762-21

Jaqwan Michel-Howard Edelen

Assault- On June 9, 2021, Dep. Raley responded to the 42500 block of Moll Dyer Road in Leonardtown, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Rebecca Anne Ellis, age 55 of Leonardtown, assaulted the victim during an argument by scratching the victim, causing visible injuries. Ellis was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 30286-21

Rebecca Anne Ellis

Child Abuse/Assault- On June 9, 2021, Dep. Schell responded to the 23100 block of Mountain Laurel Lane in California, for the reported disturbance. Investigation determined Cierra Ladale Clemons, age 35 of California, placed her hands around the juvenile victim's neck, and lifted the victim off the ground. Visible signs of injury were observed to the victim and Clemons was arrested and charged with Child Abuse 2nd Degree and Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 30279-21

Cierra Ladale Clemons

Assault- On June 9, 2021, Cpl. Beishline responded to the St. Mary's County Detention and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Christopher Scott Lacey, age 36 of Great Mills, assaulted the victim by pushing the victim attempting to knock the victim off balance. Lacey was charged with Assault 2nd Degree.  CASE# 30254-21

Christopher Scott Lacey

Warrants Served:

06/01/21- Frank Joseph Latham, age 37 of Chaptico- Act as Contractor Without License and Fail to Perform Contract by DFC. Ball# 315. CASE# 21998-21

Frank Joseph Latham

06/01/21- Charles Cornelius Butler, age 46 of Lexington Park- Driving Without a License by Cpl. Pontorno# 257. CASE# 28830-21

Charles Cornelius Butler 

06/02/21- Melinda Louise Fulk, age 31 of Piney Point- Driving on Suspended License and Privilege by Dep. Mattera# 375. CASE# 28972-21

Melinda Louise Fulk

06/02/21- Valdez Rico Baker III, age 19 of California- Burglary 4th Degree by Dep. Allebach# 392. CASE# 28879-21

Valdez Rico Baker III

06/09/21- Dominic Marquay Lucas, age 30 of District Heights- Loaded Handgun on Person, Handgun on Person, Illegal Possession of Ammunition, Firearm Possession with Felony Conviction, Assault 1st and 2nd Degree by Dep. Wilson# 370. CASE# 30151-21

Dominic Marquay Lucas

06/09/21- Omarveye Patrick Miller, age 18 of Leonardtown- Robbery, Assault, Firearm Use Violent Crime, Dangerous Weapon/Intent to Injure, and Reckless Endangerment by Det. Sidorowicz# 328. CASE# 30201-21

Omaryeye Patrick Miller

06/09/21- Sheena Renee Dove, age 37 of Lexington Park- Theft by DFC. Ball# 315. CASE# 30194-21

Sheena Renee Dove 

06/09/21- Ali Lin DeMarr, age 34 of Great Mills- three counts of Sex Abuse Minor by Det. Fennessey# 292. CASE# 28012-21

Ali Lin DeMarr

06/09/21- Elvis Wade Pace, age 42 of Great Mills- Sex Abuse Minor by Dep. Bowling# 327. CASE# 28012-21

Elvis Wade Pace 

06/09/21- Alexander Desales DeMarr, age 63 of Great Mills- four counts of Sex Abuse Minor by Dep. Wilhelmi# 28012-21

Alexander Desales DeMarr 

06/09/21- George Christian Anderson, age 52 of Hollywood- Sex Abuse Minor by Det. Fennessey# 24519-21

George Christian Anderson 

06/10/21- Glenn Fritzgerald Fenwick, age 59 of Mechanicsville- Failure to Appear/Driving Motor Vehicle on Highway without required license by Cpl. Kerby# 242. CASE# 30335-21

Glenn Fritzgerald Fenwick

06/10/21- Carlos Isiahas Hernandez-Ticas, age 18 of Lexington Park- Obstructing and Hindering by Dep. Myers# 364. CASE# 30328-21

Carlos Isiahas Hernandez-Ticas 

06/10/21- Curtis McKenzie D'Angelo Coleman Sr., age 18 of Lexington Park- Child Abuse 2nd Degree by Dep. Fenwick# 388. CASE# 20146-21

Curtis McKenzie D'Angelo Coleman Sr. 

06/10/21- Sequoia Gladys Henderson, age 32 of Lusby- Escape 2nd Degree by Dep. Fenwick# 338. CASE# 28052-21

Sequoia Gladys Henderson 

Criminal Citations Issued:

06/01/21- Chelsea Shyan Brandon, age 36 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Rycyzyn# 350. CASE# 28793-21

06/09/21- Kevin Patrick Flannery, age 43 of Bel Air- Theft by DFC. Edwards# 335. CASE# 30091-21

Juvenile Referrals:

05/27/21- Male age 17 of Avenue-Malicious Destruction of Property by Dep. Wilson# 370. CASE# 28022-21

05/28/21- Male age 15 of Hollywood- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Salas# 358. CASE# 28075-21

05/28/21- Female age 15 of Lexington Park- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Haas# 367. CASE# 28200-21

05/29/21- Female age 14 of Hollywood- Assault 2nd Degree, Malicious Destruction of Property and Disorderly Conduct by Dep. Forbes# 341. CASE# 28361-21

06/03/21- Female age 15 of Lexington Park- Assault 2nd Degree by DFC. Edwards# 335. CASE# 29025-21

06/03/21- Female age 12 of Lexington Park- Assault 2nd Degree by DFC. Edwards# 335. CASE# 29025-21

 On June 10, 2021, DFC. Budd responded to the 22500 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park, for the reported wanted individual. Contact was made with Bryan Allen Roberts, age 33 of no fixed address, who was wanted on numerous warrants. Roberts refused to cooperate with deputies on scene and attempted to flee on foot. Roberts was ultimately taken into custody and charged with resisting arrest and served the following warrants:

Armed Robbery

Robbery

Assault 1st and 2nd Degree

Dangerous Weapon/Intent to Injure

Reckless Endangerment

Burglary 2nd Degree ( two counts)

Burglary 4th Degree (two counts)

Malicious Destruction of Property ( two counts)

Theft ( three counts)

Violate Protective Order

Trespass: Private Property 

Disorderly Conduct

The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office is pleased to announce National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 from 5:30-8:00 p.m. 

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood comradery. 

To have your neighborhood included in National Night Out please contact Corporal Blaine Gaskill at Blaine.Gaskill@stmarysmd.com or DFC Gerard Muschette at Gerard.Muschette@stmarysmd.com. 

On Saturday, June 12, 2021, members of the Youth Gun Violence Task Force were on foot patrol as part of a crime prevention initiative in the 21800 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park, when an individual was observed discarding a clear, plastic bag. The item was recovered by the task force and determined to contain suspected cocaine. The individual who discarded the item was identified as Antonio Leroy Hines, age 40 of Lusby. Hines was arrested and located on Hines was an additional plastic bag containing suspected marijuana and packages of suspected Suboxone. Hines was transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown, and charged with two counts of CDS: Possession-Not Marijuana.

On June 12, 2021, members of the Youth Gun Violence Task Force responded to the 45900 block of Indian Way in Lexington Park to serve an outstanding warrant on Aaron Dwayne Johnson Jr., age 24 of Lexington Park. Johnson was located during a search of the residence and arrested for Failure to Appear/Driving While Suspended.

Anyone with information pertaining to gun violence in St. Mary’s County is asked to contact the Youth Gun Violence Task Force at (301) 475-4200 ext. 78087 or by email at stopgunviolence@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.

On June 11, 2021, members of the Youth Gun Violence Task Force arrested Jermaine Anthony Bell, age 26 of Great Mills, on an outstanding Circuit Court Indictment for the following charges:

Firearm/Drug Trafficking Crime

CDS: Possession with Intent to Distribute-Narcotics

Anyone with information pertaining to gun violence in St. Mary’s County is asked to contact the Youth Gun Violence Task Force at (301) 475-4200 extension 78087 or by email at stopgunviolence@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.

 UPDATE: Today, June 16, 2021, Sheriff Tim Cameron is pleased to announce several new community partners assisting with the Youth Gun Violence Task Force. The Maryland State Police is assigning Maryland Troopers to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force, and the task force is partnering with the United States Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Office of the State’s Attorney for St. Mary’s County. These partnerships allow for cooperation among allied agencies to combat gun violence in St. Mary’s County.

“It will take all of us: Police and community members, working together to stop gun violence. We urge everyone to report what you know and what you see to our Task Force,” Sheriff Cameron said.

Anyone with information on gun violence in St. Mary’s County is asked to contact (301) 475-4200 ext. 78087 or by email at stopgunviolence@stmarysmd.com.

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force is a collaborative effort with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Maryland State Police (MSP) and the State’s Attorney’s Office for St. Mary’s County to ensure the safety and security of all residents, through the arrest and prosecution of those seeking to do harm unto others through gun violence.

#StopGunViolence

Original Release: In the continued enforcement efforts against crime committed with firearms in the Lexington Park area, Sheriff Tim Cameron and the St. Mary’s County

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office 23150 Leonard Hall Drive Leonardtown, MD 20650

(301) 475 – 8008 Fax (301) 475 – 4047

SMCSO FORM #44 (R03/08)

Sheriff’s Office announces the formation and mission of the Youth Gun Violence Task Force that was originally implemented in July 2020.

The reformation of the task force includes reassignment of personnel from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, Narcotics Division, Special Operations Division and the Criminal Investigations Division. School Resource Officers will later join the task force for the rest of this summer and will return to their assigned schools for the fall session.

To further support this initiative and to expand the approach to community policing, deputies from the Lexington Park COPs Unit have been reassigned to the Patrol Division where they can continue to engage with the community and share their knowledge and experience with Patrol deputies. The Lexington Park COPs Unit will reform after the task force’s work is completed.

The task force’s objectives include high visibility police presence in at-risk neighborhoods to reduce the propensity of gun violence; interdiction enforcement to recover illegally possessed firearms from persons and vehicles; utilize covert investigative strategies to identify suspects involved in gun crimes; review and evaluate both open and closed gun cases for actionable intelligence and engage community members and organizations to solicit information and cooperation.

The four pillars of the task force’s mission are enforcement, prosecution, education and community outreach and violence prevention initiatives which serve to reduce crime and the perception of crime while making the community a better place to live, visit and work.

The Sheriff’s Office will also provide the community with regular updates on the task force’s actions and provide arrest information made by the group.

Community meetings are planned with area businesses, schools and faith-based organizations as the task force continues its work over a three-month period, which will be announced to the public ahead of time. The Sheriff’s Office encourages public participation and input from the community.

“The fundamental goal of this task force initiative is to safeguard the community from the actions of violent criminals who are terrorizing and endangering the safety of our communities,” said Sgt. Shawn Moses, Task Force Coordinator.

While the task force conducts its work, the core values remain professionalism, integrity, respect and sanctity of life, Sheriff Tim Cameron said. “We are making a full commitment of our manpower and resources to dramatically reduce youth gun violence in the Lexington Park community, which in turn will improve the overall quality of life in St. Mary’s County,” he said.

Information and tips regarding gun violence in Lexington Park can be sent to StopGunViolence@stmarysmd.com or call 301-475-4200, ext. 78087. Citizens can also remain anonymous and contact 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.

#StopGunViolence

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

Possession of a Firearm/Minor

CDS: Possession-not Marijuana

CDS: Possession-Paraphernalia

Anyone with information pertaining to gun violence in St. Mary’s County is asked to contact the Youth Gun Violence Task Force at (301) 475-4200 extension 78087 or by email at stopgunviolence@stmarysmd.com.

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force is a collaborative effort with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Maryland State Police (MSP) and the State’s Attorney’s Office for St. Mary’s County to ensure the safety and security of all residents, through the arrest and prosecution of those seeking to do harm unto others through gun violence.

#StopGunViolence

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.

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a collision on Three Notch Road in California that resulted in several injuries.

On Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at 8:14 pm, sheriff’s deputies and emergency medical services were dispatched to the 22000 block of Three Notch Road in California for the report of a vehicle crash involving three vehicles. Due to the severity of the injuries, the St. Mary’s County Collision Reconstruction Unit was contacted and assumed the investigation.

 Preliminary investigation determined that a 2001 Toyota 4Runner SUV, driven by Tyler Wade Hoffman, age 30 of Hollywood, was traveling north on Three Notch Road approaching the intersection with Shady Mile Drive. The Toyota 4Runner struck a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan, which was stopped in the northbound through lane for the red traffic signal. The impact of the collision pushed the Dodge Grand Caravan into a 2019 Mercedes-Benz, operated by Kristopher Burnette, age 41.

 The operators of all three vehicles were transported to area hospitals for treatment. Sharon Theresa Savoy, age 61 of District Heights, the operator of the Dodge Grand Caravan, is listed in serious but stable condition at an area hospital.

 At this time, speed, alcohol and drugs do not appear to be contributing factors in the crash.

 Anyone with additional information about the crash is asked to contact Cpl. Vincent Pontorno at 301-475-4200, ext. 72337 or email vincent.pontorno@stmarysmd.com.  

On June 15, 2021, members of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force, Narcotics Division, Criminal Investigations Division, along with assistance from the Emergency Services Team, executed a search and seizure warrant in the 46300 block of Columbus Drive in Lexington Park. Joseph Daren Brooks Jr., age 18 of Lexington Park, attempted to flee the residence on foot. Deputies pursued Brooks and took him into custody. Located in the waistband of Brooks’ jeans was a loaded handgun. Brooks was also found to be in possession of a digital scale, and suspected marijuana. Brooks was uncooperative with officers on scene and resisted arrest by attempting to exit the police vehicle. Brooks was charged with the following:

Possession of a Firearm/Minor

Handgun on Person

Loaded Handgun on Person

Resist/Interfere with Arrest

The following wanted individuals were located at the residence where the search warrant was executed and arrested:

Keyon Micah Jasey, age 19 of New Jersey- Failure to Appear/Driving Without Required License

Deatre Marquise Perkins, age 25 of Lexington Park- Failure to Appear/Driving Without Required License

Oliver Thomas Smith, age 35 of Great Mills- Failure to Appear/Driving Without Required License

Austin Dylan Winbush, age 21 of Capitol Heights- Failure to Appear/Driving While Suspended

Anyone with information on gun violence in St. Mary’s County is asked to contact (301) 475-4200 extension 78087 or by email at stopgunviolence@stmarysmd.com.

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force is a collaborative effort with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Maryland State Police (MSP) and the State’s Attorney’s Office for St. Mary’s County to ensure the safety and security of all residents, through the arrest and prosecution of those seeking to do harm unto others through gun violence.

#StopGunViolence

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.

 On View Arrests:

Theft: On June 12, 2021, Deputy Casey Hill responded to the 21700 block of Point Lookout Road in Leonardtown for the report of trespassing. Upon arrival, Stacey Lynn Goode, 44 of Callaway, was identified on the property driving a stolen Kabota RTV 1100. The vehicle's rearview mirror was also broken off. Goode was arrested and charged with Theft: $1,500 to under $25,000 and Malicious Destruction of Property under $1,000. Case # 30720-21 

Stacey Lynn Goode

Rogue and Vagabond: On June 12, 2021, Cpl. Skyler LeFave responded to Three Notch Road for a traffic complaint. Cpl. LeFave made contact with Marvin Jerome Contee, 62 of Capitol Heights, at 28765 Three Notch Road in Mechanicsville where Contee was observed leaning into another vehicle. Contee had no valid driver's license and was driving an unregistered vehicle. Contee was arrested and charged with Rogue and Vagabond and Attempted Theft under $100. Case # 30847-21 

Marvin Jerome Contee

Child Abuse: On June 14, 2021, Cpl. Sheena Tirpak responded to the 22200 block of Archer Street in Leonardtown for the report of an assault. A witness advised that Rebekah Ellen Mantz, 37 of Leonardtown, pushed the juvenile victim down onto a couch and began punching the victim with a closed fist. Injuries to the victim were observed and Mantz was arrested and charged with Second-Degree Child Abuse and Second-Degree Assault. Case # 31224-21

Rebekah Ellen Mantz

Jonathon Jacob Resnick

Trespass: On June 15, 2021, Deputy Bianca Salas responded to the 21800 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park for the report of trespassing. Mattea Kaydell Linville was located at the Pax River Inn in violation of a no trespass order. Linville was arrested and charged with Trespass: Private Property. Case # 31282-21 

Mattea Kaydell Linville

Warrants Served:

06/11/21- Gary Stephen Hardesty, age 35 of Hollywood- Failure to Appear/Child Support and Driving Without a License by Cpl. Davis# 197. CASE# 30616-21

06/12/21- Bryan Wayne Duvall, age 51 of Lexington Park- Child Abuse and Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Jerew# 372. CASE# 27819-21

06/12/21- Justin Darrell Biscoe, age 34 of Leonardtown- Violation of Probation/Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Edelen# 330. CASE# 30742-21

06/13/21- Dashawn James Lee Lawson, age 26 of Lexington Park- Failure to Appear/Driving While Suspended, Assault 2nd Degree, Driving Without a License, and Theft by Dep. Wilhelmi# 365. CASE# 30913-21

06/13/21- Samuel Lee Craddock Jr., age 45 of Mechanicsville- Failure to Appear/Assault 2nd Degree by DFC. Alvey# 275. CASE# 30942-21

06/13/21- Marquis DeAngelo Hagens, age 31 of Waldorf- Driving While Suspended by DFC. Alvey# 275. CASE# 30969-21

06/14/21- Ricardo Quentin Prout, age 51 of Clinton- Driving While Suspended by Cpl. Beishline# 252. CASE# 31147-21

06/14/21- Torrae Derome Hebb, age 39 of Hollywood- Failure to Appear/Driving While Suspended by Cpl. Kerby# 242. CASE# 31200-21 

6/15/21 - Darius Antonio Varlack, age 41 of Hollywood - Failure to Appear: Theft under $100 by Cpl. Kerby # 242. CASE# 31273-21 

Darius Antonio Varlack

6/15/21 - Shawn Michael Miles, age 29 of Newburg - three counts Trespass: Private Property and Intoxicated Public Disturbance by Deputy Lawrence # 279. CASE# 31309-21 

Shawn Michael Miles

Criminal Citations Issued:

06/10/21- Leona Darlene Barnes, age 61 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Raley# 345. CASE# 30459-21 

06/11/21- Christian Alexander Montanez, age 25 of no fixed address- Theft by Dep. Wilhelmi# 365. CASE# 30657-21 

06/12/21- Jennifer Leigh Heiston, age 35 of no fixed address- Trespass/Private Property by Cpl. Reppel# 141. CASE# 30765-21

06/12/21- Mattea Kaydell Linville, age 20 of Lusby- Trespass/Private Property by Dep. Burgess# 355. CASE# 30794-21

06/12/21- Destiny Marie Ayres, age 20 of no fixed address- Trespass/Private Property by DFC. Edwards# 335. CASE# 30740-21

06/14/21- Sara Elizabeth Wiegman, age 24 of Tall Timbers- Theft by Cpl. Beishline# 252. CASE# 31158-21

 On View Arrests:

Assault- On June 19, 2021, Dep. Wimberly responded to the 21600 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Michael Eugene Slagle, age 34 of Lexington Park, punched the victim in face several times during an argument while the victim was driving a vehicle. Visible injury was observed to the victim and Slagle was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 31831-21

Trespassing/Disorderly Conduct- On June 20, 2021, Dep. Kril responded to the 21600 block of North Essex Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported noise complaint. Upon arrival contact was made with Monroe Maurice Gantt, age 54 of no fixed address. Gantt was being loud, and neighbors were advising deputies Gantt's actions were disturbing them and the victim did not want Gantt on the property. Gantt was told he was not to be on the victim's property, however Gantt refused to comply and again entered onto the victim's property. Gantt was arrested and charged with Trespass: Private Property and Disorderly Conduct. CASE# 32088-21

Assault- On June 20, 2021, Cpl. Pontorno responded to the 45800 block of North Springsteen Court in California, for the reported assault. Investigation determined Katherine Jazthimen Diaz, age 22 of California, assaulted the victim by striking the victim in the head with an object, causing visible injury to the victim. Diaz was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree. CASE# 32215-21 (No Photograph Available)

Assault- On June 21, 2021, Cpl. Pontorno made contact with the victim regarding an assault which occurred in the 13000 block of  Pt. Lookout Road in Ridge.  Investigation determined Terrence Demetrius Green, age 45 of Ridge, assaulted the victim by strangling the victim, leaving visible injury to the victim's neck. Green was arrested and charged with Assault 1st and 2nd Degree. CASE# 32234-21

Assault/Obstructing and Hindering- On June 21, 2021, Dep. Burgess responded to the 21700 block of Hancock Road in Lexington Park, for the reported assault. The victim advised Travis NMN Richardson, age 34 of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim by punching the victim in the face and grabbing the victims neck. Visible signs of injury were observed to the victim. During the investigation Richardson continued to create a disturbance hindering deputies from interviewing the victim and also attempted to push past deputies to continue yelling at the victim. Richardson was arrested and charged with Assault 2nd Degree and Obstructing and Hindering an Investigation. CASE# 32367-21

Violation of Protective Order- On June 22, 2021, Cpl. Delozier responded to the 42000 block of St. John's Road in Hollywood, for the reported protective order violation. Investigation determined Christian Alexander Montanez, age 25 of no fixed address, was on the victim's property in violation of a valid court order. Montanez was arrested and charged with Violation of Protective Order. CASE# 32498-21

Burglary- On June 22, 2021, Dep. Mattera responded to the 21800 block of Three Notch Road in Lexington Park, for the reported burglary. Investigation determined Lucas Tyler Marstaller, age 28 of no fixed address, forced his way into the victim's hotel room. The victims were able to push Marstaller out of the room, and he later returned and attempted to force his way into the room again. Marstaller was located on scene and arrested.  Marstaller was charged with Burglary 4th Degree. CASE# 32562-21

Indecent Exposure- On June 22, 2021, Dep. Jerew responded to the 22800 block of Three Notch Road in California, for the reported indecent exposure. Contact was made with a witness who advised they observed an individual urinating outside a business. Contact was made with Bradley William Baenke, age 21 of Illinois, who was determined to be the individual the witness observed. Baenke was arrested and charged with Indecent Exposure. CASE# 32492-21

Warrants Served:

06/18/21- Simone Marie Stewart, age 47 of Lexington Park- Failure to Appear/Disorderly Conduct by Dep. Wimberly# 357. CASE# 31907-21

06/18/21- Gary Ignatius Branson, age 35 of no fixed address- Failure to Appear/Driving While Suspended by Dep. Palmer# 373. CASE# 31768-21

06/20/21- Lindsey Jolene Tennyson, age 40 Leonardtown-Theft by Dep. Kril# 382. CASE# 382. CASE# 32218-21

06/21/21- Roger Glenn Chin, age 37 of no fixed address- Theft by Cpl. LaFave# 264. CASE# 32339-21

06/21/21- Heather Nicole Hugel, age 31 of Lusby- Driving on Suspended License by DFC. Alvey# 275. CASE# 32257-21

06/22/21- Keith Andrew Gamble, age 30 of Newburg- Failure to Appear/Department of Natural Resources Warrant by Cpl. Flerlage# 241. CASE# 32460-21

06/22/21- Matthew Joseph Shutz, age 42 of Friendship- Assault 2nd Degree by Dep. Burgess# 355. CASE# 32537-21 (No Photograph Available) 

06/22/21- Michael Dean Pistorio II, age 21 of Mechanicsville- Driving Without a License by Dep. C. Hill# 381. CASE# 32439-21

06/22/21- Vanessa Irene Berry, age 25 of Virginia- two counts of False Statement to Officer, Driving on Suspended License and Privilege, and Fraud to Avoid Prosecution by Cpl. Pesante# 153. CASE# 32523-21

06/22/21- Adam Christopher Kelson Sr., age 55 of Huntingtown- Failure to Appear/Consume Alcohol Beverage in Public by Dep. Chase# 346. CASE# 32529-21

Criminal Citations Issued:

06/13/21- Joseline Carmen Arias, age 28 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Wilhelmi#365. CASE# 31047-21 

06/15/21- Tamara Renee Bozman, age 55 of Lexington Park- Theft by Dep. Lawrence# 279. CAS\E# 31323-21

06/18/21- Rebecca Gaspar Moore, age 47 of Lusby- Theft by DFC. Budd# 325. CASE# 31857-21

06/19/21- Bobbie Jo Tippett, age 27 of California- Theft by Dep. Lawrence# 279. CASE# 32016-21

06/20/21- William Shawn Carter, age 46 of Lexington Park- Theft by DFC. Ball# 315. CASE# 32200-21

06/20/21- Luke Edward Canter, age 57 of Mechanicsville- Malicious Destruction of Property by Cpl. D. Smith# 297. CASE# 32188-21

UPDATE: On June 24, 2021, Leonard Charles Hall III, age 27 of Lusby, was located and arrested in Frederick, Maryland, for the murder of Valdez Rico Baker III, which occurred in the 21900 block of Chancellors Run Road in Great Mills. Members of the Youth Gun Violence Task Force transported Hall to the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown, where he was charged with the following:

Murder-First Degree

Murder-Second Degree

The Youth Gun Violence Task Force wishes to thank the U.S. Marshals Service Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force and the Maryland State Police Apprehension Team for their assistance in the apprehension of Hall.

On June 23, 2021, members of the Youth Gun Violence Task Force with assistance from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division and the Narcotics Division, arrested James Reginald Flanagan, age 24 of Lexington Park, for the murder of Valdez Rico Baker III. Flanagan was charged with the following:

Murder-First Degree

Murder-Second Degree

Accessory After the Fact to Murder First Degree

Hall and Flanagan remain incarcerated at the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center on a no-bond status.

UPDATE: On June 20, 2021, Tywan Thomas Morris, age 19 of Bryans Road, was arrested and charged for the shooting at the 20800 block of Daisy Lane in Lexington Park on June 14, 2021.

Morris has been charged with two counts of First-Degree Assault, Possession of a Firearm by a Minor, Handgun on Person, Loaded Handgun on Person and Firearm in the Use of a Felony or Violent Crime. He is currently being held at the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center in Leonardtown on a no-bond status.

Original Release: On June 14, 2021, at approximately 7:07 p.m. deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 21900 block of Chancellors Run Road in Great Mills, for the reported shooting. Deputies located a male victim, age 19 of California, suffering from a gunshot wound to the head on the basketball court. The victim was transported by helicopter to an area trauma center for treatment where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Shortly after, at approximately 7:16 p.m. deputies responded to the 20800 block of Daisy Lane in Lexington Park, for the reported shooting. Deputies located a male victim, age 21 of Lexington Park, suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. The victim was transported by helicopter to an area trauma center for treatment and remains hospitalized.

Members of the Youth Gun Violence Task Force and detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division along with crime lab personnel responded to both locations and continued the investigations.

At this time, it is unknown if the shootings are related. Anyone with information regarding the shootings, or anyone who was at Chancellors Run Regional Park who witnessed the incident, and has not provided a statement is asked to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at (301) 475-4200 extension 71950 or the Youth Gun Task Force at (301) 475-4200 extension 78087 or by email at stopgunviolence@stmarysmd.com

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Youth Gun Violence Task Force is a collaborative effort with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), the Maryland State Police (MSP) and the State’s Attorney’s Office for St. Mary’s County to ensure the safety and security of all residents, through the arrest and prosecution of those seeking to do harm unto others through gun violence.

#StopGunViolence

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.

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