Distribution of Oxycodone
Detectives began an investigation into the distribution of oxycodone by Heather Jeannette Dickerson, 45, of Mechanicsville. While conducting the investigation on Aug. 22, detectives observed Rocco Paul Bersane, Jr., 46, of Mechanicsville, in possession of a crack cocaine smoking device while seated in a vehicle being operated by Dickerson. The vehicle was stopped and detectives recovered the metal crack cocaine smoking device along with a quantity of crack cocaine; Bersane was arrested and charged with CR.5.601.(a)(1), CDS Possession-Not Marijuana and CR.5.619.(c)(1), CDS Possession of Paraphernalia.
A subsequent search and seizure warrant was obtained for Dickerson's home. That warrant was executed on Aug. 25 by members of the St. Mary's County Emergency Services Team, Vice/Narcotics Support Team members and K-9 deputies. Dickerson was found to be in possession of cocaine and oxycodone, along with related paraphernalia. Detectives also obtained additional evidence to support the ongoing distribution investigation against Dickerson. She was charged with 2 counts of CR.5.601.(a)(1) and one count of CR.5.619.(c)(1).
Joseph Thompson Kilroy, 48, of Mechanicsville, was also on the premises and found to be in possession of cocaine and related paraphernalia. He was arrested and charged with 2 counts of CR.5.601.(a)(1) and one count of CR.5.619.(c)(1).
Kilroy shares the same address as Dickerson, according to the Md. Judiciary Database.
Police say additional charges and arrests are pending a case review with the State's Attorney.