St. Mary’s News

Two Children and One Adult Flown Out After Single Vehicle Strikes Pole in Dameron

Two Children and One Adult Flown Out After Single Vehicle Strikes Pole in Dameron

On Friday, June 16, 2023, at approximately 9:50 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Three Notch Road and St. Jerome’s Neck Road in Dameron, for the motor vehicle collision reported serious with one possibly ejected. Personnel from Ridge, NAS Webster Field and Bay District responded to the scene, first...
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Firefighters Respond to Structure Fire in Loveville

Firefighters Respond to Structure Fire in Loveville

On Saturday, June 17, 2023, at 12:00 a.m., firefighters from Leonardtown, Mechanicsville, Hollywood, Bay District and Valley Lee responded to the address next to 28081 Point Lookout Road in Loveville, for the reported structure fire. The 911 caller reported she could see flames inside the house next to hers. Firefighters from Leonardtown VFD arrived...
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Police Investigating Motorcycle Crash in St. Mary’s County That Killed 19-Year-Old Mechanicsville Man

Police Investigating Motorcycle Crash in St. Mary’s County That Killed 19-Year-Old Mechanicsville Man

UPDATE 6/16/2023: A 19-year-old man was killed in a motor vehicle collision on Friday, June 16,2023, as the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office continues the investigation. On Friday, June 16, 2023, at 9:43 am, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Patrol deputies were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle and a pickup...
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California Man Arrested on Rape and Sex Offense Charges Against 12-Year-Old Victim

California Man Arrested on Rape and Sex Offense Charges Against 12-Year-Old Victim

A California man was arrested on Thursday, June 15, 2023, by St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office detectives and charged with rape and a sexual offense. Michael Tran, age 19 of California, has been charged with Second-Degree Rape and a Third-Degree Sex Offense. On June 15, 2023, Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a sexual assault...
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Two Flown with Serious Injuries and Burns After Explosion in Leonardtown

Two Flown with Serious Injuries and Burns After Explosion in Leonardtown

On Friday, June 9, 2023, at approximately 2:45 p.m., Fire and rescue personnel from the Second District VFD&RS responded to a reported outside gas leak with injuries in the 19000 block of Saint Thomas Moore Lane in Leonardtown. Fire Chief 6 and Engine 61 responded and arrived on the scene to find 2 patients...
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Two Displaced After House Fire in Waldorf, Fire Deemed Accidental Due to Overloaded Power Strip

Two Displaced After House Fire in Waldorf, Fire Deemed Accidental Due to Overloaded Power Strip

UPDATE: Owner/Occupants identified as William & Carol McCowan, with the estimated loss of structure and contents valued at $150,000.00 Investigating determined the fire was accidental, and caused by an overloaded power strip which started on the covered rear porch. The fire was discovered by an occupant and all escaped with no injuries. Firefighters arrived...
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Lockdown at St. Mary’s County Walmart Caused by Man Taking Air Rifle Out of Box

Lockdown at St. Mary’s County Walmart Caused by Man Taking Air Rifle Out of Box

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, 6:24 p.m., police responded to the Walmart located at 45485 Miramar Way in California, for the reported man with a gun. The 911 caller was an employee stating a black male with unknown clothing was walking in the store with a long gun. After refusing customers entry to the...
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Leadership Southern Maryland Graduates 15th Executive Program Class

Leadership Southern Maryland Graduates 15th Executive Program Class

The Leadership Southern Maryland (LSM) Executive Program graduated its fifteenth class on May 18 at Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Md. The 29-member cohort of Southern Maryland executives completed a nine-month community leadership development program of monthly full-day discussions of regional issues. The group studied economic and workforce development, defense, education, healthcare, housing...
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$132,000 FAST PLAY Home Run Riches Winning Ticket Sold in St. Mary’s County

$132,000 FAST PLAY Home Run Riches Winning Ticket Sold in St. Mary’s County

The FAST PLAY Home Run Riches game continues to heat up, with a $132,989 jackpot-winning ticket sold in St. Mary’s County on Wednesday, June 7. This is the fifth winning ticket sold in the $5 game. The lucky ticket was purchased in California, Md. at Harris Teeter #487 located at 44900 St. Andrews Church...
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Firefighters Respond to Early Morning House Fire in Mechanicsville, Cause Remains Under Investigation

Firefighters Respond to Early Morning House Fire in Mechanicsville, Cause Remains Under Investigation

On Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at approximately 12:40 a.m., firefighters from Mechanicsville, Hughesville, Hollywood, Leonardtown, Dentsville, and Benedict Volunteer Fire Departments responded to the 29000 block of Arlington Court in Mechanicsville, for the reported house on fire. Dispatchers advised they were receiving multiple 911 calls reporting the house was on fire, with the homeowner...
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St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup – June 13, 2023

St. Mary’s County Commissioner Meeting Rollup – June 13, 2023

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) began their regular business meeting with the invocation and pledge, followed by approval of the consent agenda. The Commissioners then presented a proclamation for National Nursing Assistants Week, National Homeownership Month, and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The Commissioners and the Safety Committee presented the 2023 Safety...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Deputy Flown to Trauma Center After Being Assaulted by Career Criminal

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Deputy Flown to Trauma Center After Being Assaulted by Career Criminal

On Monday, June 12, 2023, at 2:12 am, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the 21600 block of Great Mills Road in Lexington Park for the report of an assault in progress involving Antoine Keith Mackall III, age 29 of no fixed address, attacking several victims inside of a residence. Patrol Deputy...
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St. Mary’s County Deputies and State Troopers Work Together to Enforce Traffic on Three Notch Road

St. Mary’s County Deputies and State Troopers Work Together to Enforce Traffic on Three Notch Road

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Unit in cooperation with the Maryland State Police continue to patrol for speeding, reckless driving and distracted driving along the Route 235. Deputies with the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Unit made 22 vehicle stops during commuting hours for Naval Air Station Patuxent River,...
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David Yingling Announced as Deputy County Administrator

David Yingling Announced as Deputy County Administrator

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) are pleased to announce the appointment of David Yingling to the position of Deputy County Administrator. “We are very excited to have Captain Yingling taking on this new role,” said Commissioner President, James Randy Guy. “We have the fullest confidence that his dedication to excellence and to...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Director of Economic Development Recognized as Public Servant of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce

St. Mary’s County Government’s Director of Economic Development Recognized as Public Servant of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce

St. Mary’s County Government is pleased to announce that Chris Kaselemis, Director of the Department of Economic Development, received the 2023 Public Servant Award from the St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce during their Annual Business Dinner, held on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 The St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce developed the annual Public...
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Historic Skill Set Social Hour for Kids this Summer at the Old Jail Museum & Leonardtown Visitor Center

Historic Skill Set Social Hour for Kids this Summer at the Old Jail Museum & Leonardtown Visitor Center

The St. Mary’s County Museum Division is pleased to announce summer dates for a new kids’ activity at the Old Jail Museum & Leonardtown Visitor Center, Historic Skill Set Social Hour: Kids Sewing will be offered from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on June 22, 2023; July 6 & 13, 2023; and August 3,...
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VIDEO: Police and ABC Liquors & Lounge Seeking Identity of Theft Suspect

VIDEO: Police and ABC Liquors & Lounge Seeking Identity of Theft Suspect

On Saturday, June 10, 2023, at approximately 5:23 p.m., the female suspect, who was wearing a blue shirt and multi-colored pants entered the ABC liquors and lounge where she proceeded to steal a 750ml bottle of alcohol. Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded and are investigating. Employees stated the woman in...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff Deputy Alvey Named School Resource Officer of the Year

St. Mary’s County Sheriff Deputy Alvey Named School Resource Officer of the Year

The St. Mary’s County Board of Education recognized the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officers and school security staff at its Wednesday meeting for their work to keep the learning environment for students safe and secure throughout the year. Deputy First Class Artina Alvey, the School Resource Officer for Margaret Brent Middle...
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Firefighters Respond to Reported Apartment Fire in Lexington Park

Firefighters Respond to Reported Apartment Fire in Lexington Park

On Sunday, June 11, 2023, at approximately 10:55 a.m., firefighters from Bay District, NAS Patuxent River and Valley Lee responded to the 21000 block of Mattie Lane in Lexington Park, for the reported structure fire. Firefighters arrived on the scene to find smoke showing from the 2nd floor of a 4-story apartment complex with...
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Four Transported to Hospital, One Flown to Trauma Center After Rollover Crash in Lexington Park

Four Transported to Hospital, One Flown to Trauma Center After Rollover Crash in Lexington Park

On Sunday, June 11, 2023, at approximately 9:55 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the intersection of Great Mills Road and North Essex Drive in Lexington Park, for the motor vehicle collision with unknown injuries. Police arrived on the scene to find two vehicles involved with one overturned with multiple trapped. The...
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Captain Yingling Retires from Sheriff’s Office After 25 Years of Steadfast Service

Captain Yingling Retires from Sheriff’s Office After 25 Years of Steadfast Service

Captain David Yingling #101, Commander of the Administrative Division of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, retired from the agency on June 1, 2023 after more than 25 years of public service. Capt. Yingling started his career with the Sheriff’s Office as a deputy in 1998 and reached every rank during his tenure. In...
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Police Investigating Property Destruction and Possible Burglary to Tall Timbers Marina

Police Investigating Property Destruction and Possible Burglary to Tall Timbers Marina

On Thursday, June 8, 2023, at approximately 7:50 a.m., police responded to the Tall Timbers Marina located at 18521 Herring Creek Road in Tall Timbers, for the reported burglary. Deputies are investigating the incident and the Tall Timbers Marina released the following information. “In addition to experiencing the unfortunate event with the fire yesterday,...
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House Fire in Saint Leonard Under Investigation

House Fire in Saint Leonard Under Investigation

On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at approximately 9:47 p.m., firefighters from St. Leonard, Solomons, Prince Frederick, Dunkirk, Hollywood, Bay District and Huntingtown responded to 1930 B Division Lane in Saint Leonard, for the reported structure fire. 911 callers reported subjects were setting fireworks off when they caught the garage and house on fire. Calvert...
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St. Mary’s County June 6 Commissioner Meeting Rollup

The Commissioners of St. Mary’s County (CSMC) began their regular business meeting with the invocation and pledge, followed by approval of the consent agenda. The Commissioners then presented a proclamation for LGBTQIA Month and a commendation for David Yingling’s retirement. The Commissioners and the Department of Human Resources presented Years of Service awards to...
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UPDATE: Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal Continues Investigation Into Tall Timbers Marina Fire

UPDATE: Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal Continues Investigation Into Tall Timbers Marina Fire

UPDATE 6/8/2023: The Office of the State Fire Marshal is continuing its investigation into the cause of a fire that destroyed close to ten boats and caused nearly $400,000 in damages Wednesday afternoon. At around 12:30 p.m., Second District VFD and surrounding departments responded to Tall Timbers Marina in the 18500 block of Herring Creek...
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