LEONARDTOWN, Md. (Oct. 22, 2013)—The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office released the following incident and arrest reports.
BURGLARY AND THEFT AT GREAT MILLS HIGH SCHOOL: On October 14 a faculty member at Great Mills High School reported a burglary and theft to School Recourse Officer Corporal Kristi Nelson.
The investigation revealed, on October 12 at approximately 5:19pm, four suspects entered Great Mills High School during a band event at the school. The suspects were captured on video surveillance entering the school and checking doors inside the school. They entered the band room and were seen leaving a short time later. Members of the Band Department returned to their room to find numerous personal belongings missing. Items such as cell phones, iPods, calculators, money and credit cards had been stolen.
Corporal Nelson identified all four suspects: a 13-year-old male, of Great Mills, a 13-year-old male, of Great Mills, a 14-year-old male, of Lexington Park, and a 16-year-old male, of Lexington Park. All four were charged on October 15 with 2nd Degree Burglary, 4th Degree Burglary, Theft $1,000.00 - $10,000.00 and Theft Less Than $1,000.00 by Corporal Nelson. Two of the juveniles were remanded to custody and two were released to the custody of a parent(s).
ASSAULT, SEXUAL OFFENSE, POSSESSION CONTROLLED DANGEROUS SUBSTANCE: On October 6, Corporal Corcoran of the Patrol Division responded to a residence located on Macarthur Boulevard in California after the victim called 911 and alleged a neighbor pointed a shotgun at the victim. The investigation revealed the victim and suspect, identified as Andrew Joseph King, 28, of California, were drinking at the victim's residence when King grabbed the victim in a sexual manner. When the victim refused King's advances, King became angry and an argument ensued. King then retrieved a shotgun from his residence and returned to the victim. He pointed the shotgun at the victim and threatened to shoot the victim. However, King walked away from the residence. Neighbors in the area witnessed King with the shotgun and took it for safe keeping until police arrived. Corporal Corcoran located King who was in possession of a quantity of suspected marijuana. King was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center. He was charged with 1st Degree Assault, 2nd Degree Assault, 4th Degree Sexual Offense, and Possession Controlled Dangerous Substance - Marijuana.
THEFT MOTOR VEHICLE, PROPERTY DESTRUCTION: On October 10, Deputy Lawrence of the Patrol Division responded to a residence located in Mechanicsville for a reported theft of a motor vehicle. The victim alleged suspect, identified as Corey Michael Arias, 21, of no fixed address, took the victim's vehicle without permission as a result of an ongoing argument. Arias then crashed the victim's vehicle into a tree on purpose causing substantial damage to the vehicle. Arias was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center. He was charged with Unlawful Taking Motor Vehicle, Theft $1,000.00 to Under $10,000.00, Malicious Destruction of Property over $500.00, and Rogue and Vagabond.
POSSESSION CONTROLLED DANGEROUS SUBSTANCE: On October 9, Deputy Shane Cameron of the Patrol Division was investigating an alleged violation of a protective order in the area of Old Chaptico Warf Road in Chaptico. Deputy Cameron made contact with suspect Michele Stephanie McCurry, 35, of Chaptico, who was in a nearby tent. While talking to McCurry, he observed a baggie containing an amount of suspected marijuana. A further search revealed additional amounts of suspected controlled dangerous substances contained inside various smoking devices. McCurry was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center. She was charged with Possession - Marijuana, Possession- Not Marijuana, and 2 counts Possession Paraphernalia.
THEFT: On October 10, Deputy Shane Cameron of the Patrol Division responded to Murphy's Store located in Avenue for a reported theft. The owner alleged that copper pipes and wires had been stolen from the rear of the business and he had video surveillance footage of the 2 suspects who committed the theft. The owner identified one of the suspects as Wesley Leonard Morris, 35, of Avenue. Deputy Cameron placed Morris under arrest and transported his to the St. Mary's County Detention Center. He was charged with Theft: Less Than $1,000.00. The second suspect will be charged by District Court Application.
ASSAULT: On October 11, Deputy Vezzosi of the Patrol Division responded to a residence in Leonardtown for an assault. The victim alleged the suspect, identified as Jeffrey Keith Price, 35, of Mechanicsville, assaulted the victim in the chest and face during an argument. Price also punched through a bathroom door, causing damage to the door. He then assaulted the victim's 2 children as they attempted to defend the victim during the assault. All 3 victims had evidence of fresh injury. Price was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center by Deputy Vezzosi. He was charged with 3 counts of 2nd Degree Assault and Malicious Destruction of Property.
DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED, WEAPONS VIOLATION, POSSESSION CONTROLLED DANGEROUS SUBSTANCE: On October 13, the Emergency Communications Center broadcast a lookout for a vehicle being driven by a male subject armed with a gun in the area of Flat Iron Road in Great Mills. Corporal Connelly located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. After observing the driver, identified as Kenneth Allen Woodburn, 29, of Ridge, Corporal Connelly suspected Woodburn of driving under the influence of alcohol. Woodburn failed to satisfactorily complete field sobriety tests and was placed under arrest. Corporal Connelly then searched Woodburn and found a smoking device containing suspected marijuana residue. During a search of Woodburn's vehicle, four firearms were located. One of the firearms appeared to be a long gun modified to appear and function as a handgun. Woodburn was transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center by Corporal Connelly. He was charged with Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While Suspended, Possession Controlled Dangerous Substance - Marijuana and Possession Paraphernalia, Possession Unregistered Rifle/Shotgun, Concealment: Dangerous Weapon, Handgun in Vehicle.
ASSAULT: On October 8, Deputy Gaskill responded to a residence located in Lexington Park for a reported disturbance. The victim alleged Monique Naomi Oday, 23, of Lexington Park, assaulted the victim during a domestic related argument. Oday allegedly kicked the victim in the leg. Deputy Gaskill observed fresh evidence of injury and placed Oday under arrest. She was transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center and charged with 2nd Degree Assault.
DISORDERLY CONDUCT, RESISTING ARREST: On October 11, Sergeant Young responded to the area of Great Mills Court in Lexington Park for a report of property destruction. He located Teriss Terrell Luckett II, 20, of Great Mills, yelling at persons in the area. Sergeant Young ordered Luckett to stop yelling several times and he refused. Residents of nearby homes began to look out of the windows at the disturbance being created by Luckett. Sergeant Young told Luckett he was under arrest and attempted to place him in handcuffs. Luckett resisted arrest, but was eventually placed into custody with the assistance of additional officers. Luckett was transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center by Deputy Pontorno. He was charged with Disorderly Conduct, Failure to Obey Law Enforcement Officer, and Property Destruction.
ASSAULT, FALSE STATEMENT, FAILURE TO OBEY LAWFUL ORDER: On October 13 at 3:40am, Deputy Flerlage responded to a residence in Lexington Park, for a reported assault. The victim was speaking to Deputy Flerlage while the suspect was on the scene. The suspect identified himself as James Noble Posey and provided a date of birth. Deputy Flerlage returned to speak to the victim, who alleged the suspect had thrown a glass of water on the victim and struck the victim in the face with his hands. Deputy Flerlage advised Posey he was under arrest and attempted to handcuff him. Posey fled on foot and Deputy Flerlage gave chase. Deputy Teague was in the area and spotted Posey. Posey was apprehended by Deputy Teague. Deputy Flerlage transported Posey to the St. Mary's County Detention Center. Once at the detention center, Deputy Flerlage determined Posey had provided a false name and date of birth. The suspect's true identity was Terrance Perez Posey, 32, of Forrestville and had an active warrant through the United States Marshals Office. Terrance Posey was charged with 2nd Degree Assault, False Statement to Police Officer, Failure to Obey Lawful Order.
ASSAULT: On October 12, Deputy Cole responded to a residence on Valley Drive in Lexington Park, for a reported assault with a knife. The victim alleged Samuel Lee Montgomery, 42, of Lexington Park, came toward him with a knife in each hand during an argument. The victim called 911 and Montgomery discarded the knives in the residence. Witnesses inside the residence corroborated the victim's statement. Montgomery was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center by Deputy Cole. He was charged with 1st Degree Assault.
DISORDERLY CONDUCT: On October 12, patrol officers responded to the Café Des Artists located in Leonardtown for a subject beating on the windows of the restaurant. Patrons of the restaurant were afraid to leave as a result. The subject was gone on police arrival, however the area was canvased and he was located in the area of Leonard's Freehold apartments. The subject, identified as Alvin nmn Thomas, 52, of Lexington Park, was driving around honking the vehicle's horn repeatedly. This conduct caused several residents to look or come outside. Thomas was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center by Deputy Flerlage. He was charged with Disturbing the Peace: Hinder Passage, Disorderly Conduct, Disturbing the Public Peace.
ASSAULT: On October 13, Deputy Cole responded to the area of Chancellor's Run Road and Amber Drive for a reported assault. The investigation revealed Christina Marie Maier, 24, of Leonardtown, assaulted the victim with her hands during an argument. A witness account of events supported the victim's statement. Maier was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center by Deputy Cole. She was charged with 2nd Degree Assault.
ASSAULT: On October 14, Corporal Moritz responded to Medstar St. Mary's Hospital in Leonardtown, for a reported assault. The victim alleged Calvin Matthew Douglas, 28, of St. Inigoes, poured beer on the victim and struck the victim in the head with a shoe during an argument. Douglas then drove the victim to the hospital. Fresh evidence of injury was observed on the victim. Douglas was placed under arrest and transported to the St. Mary's County Detention Center by Corporal Moritz. He was charged with 2nd Degree Assault.
WARRANT SERVICES:
10/09/2013 John Edward Carroll, 57, of Great Mills - Possession Controlled Dangerous Substance and Distribution of Controlled Dangerous Substance by Corporal Smolarsky
10/09/2013 Christina Marie Plater, 24, of Oxon Hill - Bench Warrant for failure to appear in court by Corporal Smolarsky
10/10/2013 William James Kolton, 49, of Lexington Park - Bench Warrant for violation of probation by Deputy First Class Boyer
10/11/2013 William Francis Hewitt, 62, of Callaway - Contempt of Court by Deputy L. Johnson
10/09/2013 Shakia Yvonna Ashe, 19, of California - Bench Warrant for violation of probation by Corporal Smolarsky
10/14/2013 Jeffrey Keith Price, 35, of Mechanicsville - Violation of Protective Order by Deputy Cole
10/14/2013 Robin Ann Laabs, 42, of Lexington Park - Bench Warrant for Violation of Probation by Corporal Daniel Snyder
10/12/2013 Ashley Monique Proctor, 19, of Lexington Park - Bench Warrant for failure to appear in court by Deputy Teague
10/12/2013 Jerome mnm Daniels, 36, of Lexington Park - Bench Warrant for failure to appear in court by Deputy Cole
10/13/2013 Christopher Scott Lacey, 28, of Lexington Park - Violation of Protective Order by Deputy Kerns
10/14/2013 Robert Joseph Merrill, 21, of Lexington Park - Bench Warrant for failure to pay fine by Deputy Potter
09/24/2013 Wayne Aloysius Jordan, 23, of Great Mills - Bench Warrant violation of probation by Corporal Smolarsky
10/12/2013 David James Abell, 36, of Leonardtown - Bench Warrant for violation of probation by Deputy Flerlage
10/14/2013 Sharon Monique Richardson, 36, Lexington Park - Attachment for Contempt by Deputy Flerlage
10/15/2013 James Allen Watson, 52, St. George's Island - 1st Degree Assault, 2nd Degree Assault by Deputy Lawrence
CRIMINAL SUMMONS SERVICES:
10/11/2013 Arden Joseph Keck, 29, of Lexington Park - Violation Protective Order by Deputy Pontorno
10/11/2013 Deandra Vonzell Claggett, 25, of Lexington Park - Possession Controlled Dangerous Substance: Not Marijuana by Deputy C. Shomper
10/12-13, Amanda Jean Smith, 35, of Glen Burnie - Possession Controlled Dangerous Substance Paraphernalia by Sergeant Robert Russell
10/11/2013 Roger Lee Sexton, 61, of Lexington Park - Theft over $1,000.00 less than $10,000.00 by Deputy Flerlage
10/11/2013 Philip Randolph Adams, 34, of Hollywood - 1st Degree Burglary, Theft over $1,000.00 less than $10,000.00 by Deputy Cole
10/13/2013 Shawn Thomas Lotter, 25, of Lexington Park - 2nd Degree Assault by Deputy Pontorno
10/11/2013 Ivy Helene Barboza, 25, no fixed address, - Violation of Peace Order by Corporal Ross
10/12/2013 Jasmine Benny Berry, 23, of Lexington Park - 2nd Degree Assault by Deputy First Class Bowen
10/12/2013 James Elton Price, 36, of Hollywood - Reckless Endangerment by Deputy First Class Bowen
10/12/2013 Damion Edward Somerville, 32, of Hollywood - Theft Less Than $100.00 by Deputy First Class Bowen
10/13/2013 Robert Fitzgerald Kearney Jr., 25, of California - 2nd Degree Assault, Trespassing by Deputy Potter
10/02/2013 Charles Edward Stump, 27, of Leonardtown - Theft Less Than $100.00 (3) counts, Attempted Theft, Theft Scheme by Corporal Smolarsky
10/7/2013 Robert Franklin Woods, 55, of Abell - Theft Less Than $100.00 by Corporal Smolarsky
10/7/2013 Melissa Rene Fletcher, 32, Mechanicsville - 2nd Degree Assault by Deputy Kerns
10/14/2013 Sharika Marie Ford, 31, of Lexington Park - 2nd Degree Assault by Deputy First Class Vezzosi
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