The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the person pictured. Anyone with information is asked to contact Corporal Brian Connelly at 301-863-4816, ext. 1456.
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Police in St. Mary’s County Seeking Suspects Identity
UPDATE: Driver in Fatal Motor Vehicle Accident Involving a Dump Truck Identified
UPDATE 3/31/2017 @ 1:40 p.m. – Official Police Statement : On March 30, 2017, at noon, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a serious motor vehicle collision on Patuxent Beach Road in the area of South Patuxent Beach Road in California, Maryland. When deputies arrived, they found two vehicles engulfed in flames. The investigation revealed,...
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Lexington Park Man Charged with Assault at Detention Center
On Saturday, March 18, 2017, Deputy Ball of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the St. Mary’s County Detention Center for a reported assault between inmates. The investigation revealed the suspect David Eric Strain, 30, of Lexington Park, entered the victim’s cell to confront him over earlier lude comments. The confrontation turned...
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Lexington Park Man Arrested After Shooting Gun Into Air
On Saturday, March 18, 2017, Deputy S. Bowie and Sergeant R. Merritt of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of North Essex Road, and Ranger Road, in Lexington Park, for the report of a weapons violation. The Emergency Communications Center received several calls alerting responding deputies that the suspect, later...
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Tri-County Animal Shelter Announces April Promotions
The Tri-County Animal Shelter is pleased to announce the following April monthly promotions and reminders: Furry Feline Friends for April Fools’ (Saturday, April 1) It is not an April Fools’ joke! On this special day, all cat and kitten adoption fees will be reduced to $1. Find your new purr-fect furry friend. National Pet...
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Mechanicsville Woman Arrested for Assault with TV Remote
On Friday, March 17, 2017, Corporal P. Handy of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 27000 block of Danville St., in Mechanicsville, for an alleged assault. The investigation revealed the victim and suspect, Melinda Danele Clontz, 48 of Mechanicsville, were both under the influence of alcoholic beverages and advised they had...
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Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant Sirens to be Tested
A full-cycle test of the alert and notification sirens throughout St. Mary’s, Calvert and Dorchester counties will be conducted on Monday, April 3, 2017 at noon. The full-cycle test includes a three-minute activation of all sirens within the 10-mile area around Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant. All citizens are asked to remember the scheduled...
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Spring Marks the Start of Tornado Season
Now that tornado season is here, SMNEWSNET.com encourages residents to be prepared. Tornadoes are violent by nature and capable of completely destroying well-made structures, uprooting trees and hurling objects like deadly missiles. A tornado appears as a rotating, funnel-shaped cloud that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground with whirling winds that can reach 300...
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Governor Hogan Invites Chefs to Submit Recipes for “Buy Local” Cookout
Governor Larry Hogan invites chefs using local Maryland ingredients to submit original recipes for the Governor’s Buy Local Cookout, which will be held at Government House in Annapolis on July 20. Recipes must be submitted by May 19, and include products from at least one Maryland farmer, waterman, or other producer. Chefs are encouraged...
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New CSM Summer Scholars Program Offers College Study to High School Juniors/Seniors
The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) invites rising juniors and seniors in area high schools to get a taste of college this summer. The new CSM Summer Scholars Program allows forward-thinking high school students to earn college credit while taking an in-depth look at an area of interest. Academies in robotics, cybersecurity and American...
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Traffic Stop on Great Mills Road Leads to Two Crack Cocaine Arrests
On Thursday, March 9, 2017 at 8:05 pm, Trooper First Class C. Ditoto from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack initiated a traffic stop on a passenger car in the 21000 block of Great Mills Road. A K9 scan was conducted, resulting in a positive alert. TFC C. Ditoto conducted a search of the...
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Virginia Man Arrested After Pulling Knife on Troopers During Traffic Stop
On Sunday, March 5, 2017 at approximately 5:40 p.m., Trooper First Class B. Ditoto and Trooper Manning, from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack were conducting a stationary radar foot stopping team on St. John’s Road at Narrow Way, in Hollywood. The Troopers observed a vehicle traveling above the posted speed limit and flagged...
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UPDATE: Critically Missing Person Has Been Located
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a critically missing person, Edwin Parran Johnson III. Johnson was last seen operating a navy blue 2000 Chevrolet S10 bearing MD registration—08H020. A silver alert has been issued for Edwin Parran Johnson III. He was last seen in the 26000 block...
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Hollywood Woman Arrested for Possessing Counterfeit Currency
On Thursday, March 2, 2017 at approximately 1:35 a.m., Trooper Mulhearn from the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack initiated a traffic stop on a passenger car for a traffic violation. The driver, Sandra King, 39, of Hollywood, was placed under arrest for driving on a suspended license. During a search incident to arrest, Tpr. Mulhearn...
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Wednesday’s Pet is Astra
Wednesday’s Pet for 3/29/17 is Astra Featured Pet: Astra Rescue Group: St. Mary’s Animal Welfare League (SMAWL) Breed: Shepard/Lab Mix Sex: Female Size: Medium Vetted: Spayed and Up-to-date with routine shots Adoption Fee: $250.00 Astra is a beautiful 4-year-old mix. She is spayed, housetrained and great with other dogs and cats. Astra gets along...
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Police Make Quick Arrests in Lexington Park Liquor Store Burglary
On Friday, March 17, 2017, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to International Beverage (Cadillac Jacks) in Lexington Park for a burglary. The investigation revealed two subjects attempted to break through the front door but were unsuccessful. The suspects returned a second time, forced entry into the business, and stole property. The Criminal...
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Interested in Becoming a Member of the Maryland State Police?
Are you interested in becoming a member of the Maryland State Police? Do you have questions and don’t know who to ask or where to start? On April 5, 2017 at 6:30 pm, members of College Park, Forestville and Rockville Barracks will be hosting a “Speak to a Trooper” recruitment event at 10100 Rhode...
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Four CSM Students Honored for Public Service Announcements
Four College of Southern Maryland (CSM) students were honored for public service announcements they produced last semester as part of their digital media production class. Students from both CSM and Towson University were invited to create and submit 30-second PSAs that warn state residents about the danger of items being stolen from cars in...
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Leonardtown Woman Arrested for Violation of Protective Order
On Friday, March, 10, 2017, Corporal J. Stone of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 20000 block of Shadrick Street in Leonardtown, for a reported disturbance. Cpl. Stone’s investigation revealed the suspect, Nicole Corine Underwood, 26 of Leonardtown, entered the victim’s home in violation of a final protective order issued by...
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Wanted Lexington Park Man Arrested for Violation of Protective Order
On Friday, March, 10, 2017, Deputy G. Muschette of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office observed Francis Xavier Hill, 21, of Lexington Park, in the 21000 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park. Deputy Muschette confirmed Hill had three open arrest warrants for Violation of Protective order and Burglary 4th Degree. Deputy Muschette...
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Great Mills Man Arrested for Possession of Cocaine
On Monday, March, 13, 2017, Corporal. J. Stone of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Chancellors Run Apartments in Great Mills for a reported Domestic Assault. Upon arriving, Cpl. Stone observed a vehicle leaving the scene at which time he attempted to stop the vehicle to ensure the occupants were...
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Fighting on Great Mills Road Leads to Two Arrests
On Thursday, March 9, 2017, Deputy First Class V. Pontorno and Corporal J. Graves of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office were in the area of 21000 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park when they heard yelling coming from the parking lot in front of the Quick Stop. Deputies observed James Brian Thompson, 21,...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes New K-9 and Handler
Sheriff Tim Cameron announces a new member to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office family: a 15-month-old Dutch Shepherd, Brix, which has been assigned to work with Deputy First Class Lacey Johnson. Brix was imported from Slovakia. Johnson and Brix are in a 16-week basic K-9 handler course that started in February. After the...
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Two Dogs Perish in Friday Evening Camper Fire in Drayden
On Friday, March 24, 2017, firefighters from Second District Volunteer Fire Department, and neighboring departments were alerted to report of a travel trailer fire on Dennis Point Way, in Drayden. Crews arrived on scene to discover a 33 foot camper at Dennis Point Marina with heavy fire showing. The fire was determined to be accidental...
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UPDATE: POLICE ALERT: Charles County – Barricade Situation in Nanjemoy has Ended
Update: The barricade that took place this morning on Port Tobacco Road in Nanjemoy has ended. The man has surrendered to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services Team and will be taken to the hospital for evaluation. Road closure on Rt 6. between Baptist Church Rd and Poseytown Rd is now open. All...
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