C A L V E R T C O U N T Y NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH NEWSLETTER May 16, 2016 Contact Information: Calvert County Sheriff s Department (410)535-2800 Maryland State Police (410)535-1400 Detective Sergeant Jeffrey Linger, MD State Police (Jeffrey.Linger@maryland.gov ) (410)535-1400 Deputy Wes Beisel (Beiselww@co.cal.md.us) (410)535-2800 ext.8417 Deputy Greg Cameron, Calvert Co. Sheriff s Office (443)532-0000 Crime Solvers (410) 535-2880 CRIME IN THE SPOTLIGHT Burglary Case #16-26205: On May 8, 2016 Deputy G. Gott was dispatched to a home on Peace Pipe Court, in Lusby, for the report of a burglary. The victim stated several rear windows were broken, some were removed and a large fire pit had been dug on the property, as well. This crime took place sometime between April 26 - May 8, 2016. Burglary Case #16-25750: On May 5, 2016 Deputy D. Denton responded to Evergreen Drive, in Lusby, for a reported burglary in progress. Karen Hammaker, 42, of Lusby, had gained entry into the home by removing a window and was also found to be in possession of Clonazepam and Amphetamines. She was transported to the Detention Center and charged accordingly. Hammaker 1
Attempted Burglary/Destruction of Property/ Case # 16-26211: On May 16, 2016 Deputy C. Fox responded to C Street, in Chesapeake Beach, for the report of an attempted burglary. It appears a suspect(s) cut the screen on the victim s door near the lock. There is no evidence of anything missing and entry was not made. This crime took place between May 4 and May 8, 2016. CDS Violation Case #16-27196: On May 13, 2016 Deputy B. Robinson responded to the Detention Center for the report of a CDS Violation. Upon processing inmate, Megan Perez, 24, of Prince Frederick, Correctional Office D. Carroll advised an Oxycontin pill was discovered hidden in her clothing while performing a search. She was charged with Possession of Contraband in a place of Confinement and with CDS Possession-Not Marijuana. CDS Violation Case #16-27005: Perez On May 12, 2016, Deputy C. Ward approached a vehicle involved in a minor accident, at the intersection of Main Street/North Solomons Island Road, and discovered the driver, Matthew Truitt, 23, of St Leonard, to be in possession of a large amount of Marijuana. He was charged and arrested with CDS: Possession with intent to Distribute (Marijuana), Possession of Marijuana and possession of a Concealed Dangerous Weapon. Truitt CDS Violation Case #16-26892: On May 12, 2016 Deputy K. Williamson responded to Dumbarton Drive, in Dunkirk, for the report of a domestic issue. He discovered that Allan Curtin, 52, of Dunkirk, had stolen a synthetic narcotic from an occupant who was visiting his home. He was arrested and charged with Theft less than $100.00, Possession of Paraphernalia (straw) and Possession Not-Marijuana (Oxycodone). Curtin 2
CDS Violation Case #16-26885: On May 11, 2016, Deputy D. Clark was dispatched to check the welfare of a driver parked along Old Solomons Island Road, in Owings. He discovered the driver, identified as Amelia Marie Dorwart, 25, of Chesapeake Beach, and Shaye Beal, 23, of Lothian, to be in possession of illegal paraphernalia. The rear passenger, Samuel Sherrod Greene, Jr, 22, of Chesapeake Beach, was also in Possession of Paraphernalia, Heroin, Cocaine and gave a false name upon being questioned. Dorwart and Beal were taken to the Detention Center and charged with Possession of Paraphernalia (hypodermic syringes); Greene was transported to the Detention Center and charged with Intent to Distribute Narcotics (heroin), Possession-Not Marijuana (cocaine), Possession of Paraphernalia (digital scale) and for Fraud-Presume Identity to avoid Prosecution. He was also served with two (2) outstanding Calvert County Warrants and an additional Warrant through the Maryland State Police. Dorwart Beal Greene CDS Violation Case #16-26769: On May 11, 2016 Sgt. R. Naughton was dispatched to the area of Chesapeake Avenue, in North Beach, for the report of a person possibly in need of medical attention. Upon arrival, Deputy Naughton determined the suspect to be under the influence of an unknown substance. Joseph Harris, Jr., 51, of Chesapeake Beach, was arrested after determining he was in Possession of a Controlled Non-narcotic Drug (Adderall). Harris, Jr. 3
Destruction of Property Case # 16-27167: On May 13, 2016 Deputy N. Barger responded to Ponds Wood Drive, in Chesapeake Beach, for the report of damage to outdoor lawn chairs. It appears that a bullet or pellet was shot causing a hole in two (2) chairs. This crime took place sometime between May 8 - May 13, 2016. Theft Case #16-27402: On May 14, 2016 Deputy P. Mosely was dispatched to Capitol Court, in Lusby, for the report of a theft from an unlocked vehicle. A blue Samsung Point/Shoot Camera and Sony PS Vita were both stolen. This theft took place in the very early morning hours on May 14, 2016. Theft Case #16-27326: On May 16, 2016 Deputy B. Boerum responded to a report of a theft from an unlocked vehicle, which was parked on Pine Blvd, in Lusby. Sometime between 11:00pm on May 13-8:30am on May 14 a multi-colored wool wallet, credit cards, money and MD Driver s License were stolen. Theft Case #16-27175: On May 16, 2016 Deputy B. Pounsberry responded to 6 th Street, in Chesapeake Beach, for the report of a theft of mail/package. Sometime on May 9, 2016, the day FedEx notified the victim their package would be delivered, it was stolen from their property. Theft Case #16-27174: On May 13, 2016 Deputy N. Barger was dispatched to Wessex Lane, in Huntingtown, for the report of a theft. The victim reported a white 250 gallon outside propane tank and copper piping, attached to the brick chimney, were cut and stolen from his yard. This theft took place on May 12 th. Theft Case #16-27000: On May 12, 2016 Deputy J. Buck responded to Smoothie King located on North Solomons Island Road, in Prince Frederick, for the report of a stolen tip jar. The jar was removed from the business at approximately 4:00pm that day. Theft Case #16-26725: On May 10, 2016 Deputy W. Durner responded to a report of a theft from a vehicle parked at the World Gym parking lot in Owings. The victim stated his wallet, money, MD Driver license and multiple credit cards were stolen. Theft Case #16-26448: On May 9, 2016 Deputy J. Denton responded to Austyn Court, in St. Leonard, for a reported theft of a green Next Generation bicycle. The (unsecured) bike was stolen from the victim s front yard. DUI & Possession of Heroin: On 5/10/16 at 5:33 am, Master Trooper Gill stopped a vehicle near the Fastop in St. Leonard for traffic violations. Patrick S. Harrison was arrested for DUI. A probable cause search revealed heroin. Harrison was additionally charged with possession of heroin. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. 4
Possession of Concealed Deadly Weapon: On 5/12/16 at 10:56 pm, Trooper First Class Barlow responded to the Market Square Shopping Center for possible drug activity. Several people in the area were questioned. Shane P. Dwyer, 21 of Huntingtown was showing signs of being under the influence of CDS. TFC Barlow observed a pocket knife in plain view in Dwyer s right pocket. Dwyer was also in possession of a pair of brass knuckles. Charges are pending for Dwyer for possession of concealed deadly weapon. Possession of Concealed Deadly Weapon: On 5/13/16 at 10:15 am, Trooper Jones stopped a vehicle on Rt. 4 near St. Leonard Rd. in St. Leonard for traffic violations. Due to numerous criminal indicators, a K9 Scan was requested. A probable cause search revealed a knife and brass knuckles. Robert A. Demarr, 31 of Lusby was arrested for possession of a concealed deadly weapon. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County Detention Center. Theft: On 5/13/16 at 2:39 pm, Trooper First Class Matthews responded to the Game Stop in Prince Frederick for a reported theft. The manager reported Natice D. Jones, 27 of Lusby had traded 6 playstation games for cash. A short time later, Ms. Jones and her twin sister, Sherese T. Jones, 27 of Lusby returned to the store asking to see the games traded in. Natice Jones left the store and shortly thereafter, Sherese Jones took the games off of the counter and exited the store. Charges are pending for theft for Natice and Sherese Jones. Theft: On 5/14/16 at 4:39 pm, Trooper First Class Rowe responded to the Shell Gas Station in Dunkirk for a reported theft of gas. The victim reported a female pumped 26 gallons of gas in her vehicle and left the gas station without paying. Security camera footage is being reviewed. Investigation continues. Announcements June 13, 2016 Calvert Neighborhood Watch Meeting 6:30 p.m. Courthouse Square Conference Room, 205 Main Street, Prince Frederick Speaker: Calvert County Sheriff s Office SWOT Topic: Active Shooter Information 5