UPDATE 8/28/2024: A second individual, Kyya Marie Lee, of no fixed address, has been charged in connection with the incident involving two children left unattended at a hotel in California, Maryland. Lee is facing a misdemeanor charge of confining an unattended child under Maryland law, similar to the charges against Gabrielle Theresa McKay. According...
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Two current inmates at the detention center in Leonardtown are facing charges after allegedly assaulting each other on August 23, 2024. The arrests were made following an on-view incident observed by authorities, according to documents filed with the District Court for St. Mary’s County. Deyonta Terrell Gross, 31, and James William Blackiston, 31, both...
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UPDATE 8/27/2024: On Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at approximately 11:30 a.m., officials in the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center were alerted that Jordan Taylor Poetzman, 29, of Leonardtown, removed his GPS monitoring device while attending court authorized inpatient treatment at a facility in California, MD. Captain Richard Russell, Special Operations Commander for...
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Carroll I. Norris, a 50, of Hollywood, Maryland, was arrested on August 26, 2024, after allegedly attempting to steal various items from a Target store in California, Maryland. Norris has been charged with several offenses, including theft and possession of drug paraphernalia. According to court documents, Deputy Michael Rycyzyn of the St. Mary’s County...
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Derron Markeith Turner, 45, of Huntingtown, was arrested on August 24, 2024, following a domestic incident involving allegations of assault and multiple firearm-related offenses in Chesapeake Beach. According to court documents, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report of a domestic assault at a residence in Chesapeake Beach shortly before midnight. The...
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Ronald Anthony Davis, 38, of Waldorf, was arrested on August 20, 2024, at Calvert Health Medical Center in Prince Frederick, Maryland, following allegations of theft involving a license plate. According to court documents, Calvert County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy First Class (DFC) Plant was conducting routine patrol duties in the parking lot of Calvert Health...
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A Mechanicsville man has been arrested after damaging a vehicle in the parking lot of MedStar St. Mary’s Hospital, in Leonardtown, on August 24, 2024. According to court documents, Paul Leo Herbert, 33, of Mechanicsville, was charged with malicious destruction of property valued at less than $1,000. St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Deputy Zachary Wolfe...
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On August 15, 2024, officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office successfully recovered a stolen vehicle and arrested two suspects linked to an attempted credit card fraud at a local gas station. According to court documents, at approximately 8:54 a.m., officers responded to a report of an attempted credit card fraud at a gas...
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A late-night patrol by Charles County Sheriff’s Deputies led to the arrest of a Waldorf man and the recovery of a loaded handgun. According to court documents, on August 24, 2024, around 2:10 a.m., deputies were conducting a neighborhood check on Thomas Hardy Place, a location known for drug activity and loitering, when they...
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Many in the community are questioning how Kyreek Montrel Adams, a 20-year-old resident of Lexington Park, remained free for so long despite a series of arrests and serious firearm offenses. Adams, who was recently arrested on August 24, 2024, faces multiple firearm-related charges and has a criminal history involving numerous weapons violations dating back...
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Randall Scott Mayle III, 27, of Lexington Park, was arrested in the early hours of August 21, 2024, following an alleged domestic assault and a DUI incident. According to court documents, Maryland State Police responded to a report of domestic violence at Mayle’s residence on Far Cry Road around 3:30 AM. Upon arrival, Trooper...
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The Calvert County Board of Commissioners held their regular meeting on August 20, 2024, covering a wide range of topics from community updates to zoning ordinance revisions. Below are the key highlights and decisions made during the meeting: 1. Community Updates and Announcements Meals on Wheels Program: The Commissioners announced that the Meals on...
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Julia Renee Foster, 27, of Mechanicsville, was arrested on August 18, 2024, following an incident at an Arby’s parking lot located on Market Drive in Charlotte Hall. The arrest occurred after a concerned witness reported seeing Foster unconscious in a running vehicle. According to court documents, Deputy Geric of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s...
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Martha Jean Cotterell, 57, of Lexington Park, was arrested on July 30, 2024, and charged with multiple felony theft offenses. According to court documents, Cotterell is accused of stealing approximately $3,898.98 from the Home Goods store where she was employed by executing a series of fraudulent transactions. The investigation began when store management noticed...
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Three men from Mechanicsville have been indicted on a series of drug and firearm charges following investigations by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. James Nathaniel Reed, 77, of Mechanicsville, is facing multiple charges related to drug trafficking and firearm possession. According to the indictment, on December 8, 2023, Reed allegedly possessed multiple firearms,...
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St. Mary’s County, once known for its peaceful and tight-knit communities, is now grappling with an alarming rise in gun violence. The surge in shootings has left residents feeling vulnerable and has prompted concerns about the safety of their neighborhoods. Columbus Drive, in particular, has become a symbol of this disturbing trend, with multiple...
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Denise and Ronnie Hollidge have been dedicated promoters at Potomac Speedway, leading the track through 16 seasons of racing history and released the following statement: In 2009, Denise and Ronnie Hollidge took on the role of promoters at Potomac Speedway with the unwavering support from Greg Gunter. The 3/8-mile track located in Budds Creek,...
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As summer comes to an end, the excitement of a new school year begins. However, the return to school also brings increased traffic, particularly around school zones, making it essential for everyone to prioritize safety. Whether you’re a parent, student, or daily commuter, here are some crucial tips to help ensure the safety of...
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On August 20, 2024, law enforcement in St. Mary’s County responded to two separate incidents involving 51-year-old Michael A. King of Leonardtown, Maryland. King now faces multiple charges following these events, which occurred in Great Mills and Leonardtown. According to court documents, at approximately 5:06 a.m., the St. Mary’s County Emergency Communications Center received...
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A routine traffic stop on August 20, 2024, in Charles County took an unexpected turn when officers discovered a loaded firearm and arrested three young adults on various charges, including illegal gun possession and identity fraud. The incident occurred near Saint Christopher Drive in White Plains, highlighting the unpredictable nature of law enforcement work....
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Harry Albert Vredenburg, 57, of Prince Frederick, was arrested on August 20, 2024, on multiple charges, including drug possession, following a theft investigation at the Shoppes at Apple Greene Shopping Center in Dunkirk. The incident began around 1:48 PM when deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a theft...
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The Economic Development Commission meeting, chaired by Curtis Brown, focused on several key initiatives aimed at fostering economic growth and addressing challenges within the local economy. The meeting included presentations from various experts and discussions on critical topics that impact the community’s economic landscape. Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Program Presenter: Lisa Colavito, Director...
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The Hazard Mitigation Planning Board held its regular meeting on August 21, 2024. The meeting, chaired by Amy Bledsoe, the Emergency Manager with the Department of Emergency Services, was attended by key representatives from various departments and agencies, including Information Technology, Land Use and Growth Management, Leonardtown, Metcom, State Highway, Public Schools, and Public...
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Brian Edward McKay, 45, and Sommer Lee West, 39, both of Huntingtown, have been charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty. The charges stem from their alleged failure to provide necessary care for a severely ill dog named Harmonie, a tan and white Pitbull Terrier. The case has garnered significant attention due to the...
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UPDATE 8/21/2024: The passenger of the Jeep Grand Cherokee told deputies the driver was having a medical emergency when the vehicle left the roadway. The driver was transported to the hospital and pronounced deceased. As a precautionary measure, the passenger was transported for a medical evaluation. 8/20/2024: On Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at approximately...
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