Monthly Archives: October 2022

Calvert County to Host First Administrative Charging Committee and Trial Board Training in Maryland

Calvert County to Host First Administrative Charging Committee and Trial Board Training in Maryland

The Calvert County Administrative Charging Committee (ACC) will host the state’s first Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission (MPTSC) ACC and Trial Board training programs. MPTSC training is required for ACC and Trial Board members throughout the state of Maryland. The training will take place during the second and third weeks of October in...
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Optimist Club Awards Cindy Loveless with the 2022 Respect for Law Enforcement Telecommunicator of the Year Award

Optimist Club Awards Cindy Loveless with the 2022 Respect for Law Enforcement Telecommunicator of the Year Award

Congratulations to Cindy Loveless, the 2022 recipient of the Optimist Club Respect for Law Enforcement Telecommunicator of the Year award! Cindy has been part of the Calvert County Emergency Communications team for four years, most recently as a public safety dispatcher. She was nominated for this year’s award after her situational awareness, vigilant communication...
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Calvert County Deputy First Class Anderson Graduates from SWAT School

Calvert County Deputy First Class Anderson Graduates from SWAT School

On October 7, 2022, Deputy First Class H. Anderson graduated from the Prince George’s County Police Department Basic SWAT School Session 36. This multi-week school is one of the most physically taxing and mentally challenging schools in the region that prepares deputies/officers for high-risk operations. Sheriff Mike Evans and the men and women of...
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Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Collision in Waldorf

Police Investigating Fatal Motorcycle Collision in Waldorf

On Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at approximately 8:01 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to the area of Renner Road and Leonardtown Road in Waldorf, for the reported motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle. Dispatchers advised the 911 caller reported a motorcycle rear-ended a vehicle with the operator of the motorcycle being unconscious...
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New Governor Harry W. Nice/Senator Thomas “Mac” Middleton Bridge to Open This Week, with Old Bridge Set to Be Demolished Following Judges Ruling

New Governor Harry W. Nice/Senator Thomas “Mac” Middleton Bridge to Open This Week, with Old Bridge Set to Be Demolished Following Judges Ruling

Governor Larry Hogan will lead a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) for the new Governor Harry W. Nice/Senator Thomas “Mac” Middleton Bridge (US 301) in Charles County on Wednesday October 12th. The new span will open to traffic on Thursday morning, October 13. Hogan stated today is a historic...
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UPDATE: Police Arrest 20-Year-Old Waldorf Man Involved in Shooting on Gallery Place

UPDATE: Police Arrest 20-Year-Old Waldorf Man Involved in Shooting on Gallery Place

UPDATE 10/11/2022: Detectives assigned to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division identified a suspect in a shooting case that occurred on March 6, 2022 in the 3000 block of Gallery Place in Waldorf. In the case, two groups of suspects were shooting at each other in the parking lot of an apartment...
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La Plata Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Abuse of a Minor

La Plata Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Abuse of a Minor

Charles Clark, 65, of La Plata, Maryland, pleaded guilty to one count of coercion and enticement of a minor, announced U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves, Wayne A. Jacobs, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Washington Field Office Criminal Division, and Robert J. Contee III, Chief of the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD). Clark pleaded...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Burglary, Theft of ATV in St. Leonard

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Burglary, Theft of ATV in St. Leonard

The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a burglary and theft that occurred in the 5300 block of Williams Wharf Road in St. Leonard. Investigation revealed sometime between 11 a.m. on Oct. 4 and 7:15 a.m. on Oct. 5, an unknown suspect (s) burglarized a shed on the property and stole a four-wheeler....
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Calvert County Community Resources Announces Nonprofit Grant Program

Calvert County Community Resources Announces Nonprofit Grant Program

The Calvert County Department of Community Resources announces the American Rescue Plan Nonprofit Grant Program will offer grant funding to local nonprofit organizations that have experienced adverse financial impacts due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nonprofits may begin the application process online at www.CalvertCountyMd.gov/NonProfitGrant. Once an application has been submitted, applicants will receive an email detailing...
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Maryland Muzzleloader Deer Season Opens in Late October, 2022

Maryland Muzzleloader Deer Season Opens in Late October, 2022

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced that the first segment of Maryland’s muzzleloader deer season runs from October 20th to 22nd statewide. Hunters in Region B — the state’s central, southern, and eastern regions — can also use muzzleloaders from October 24-29 for antlerless deer only. The popular season typically coincides with pleasant fall...
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Maryland Fall Turkey, Small Game Hunting Seasons Beginning

Maryland Fall Turkey, Small Game Hunting Seasons Beginning

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources reminds hunters that squirrel, rabbit, fall turkey, and other seasons are either underway or set to open in the coming weeks. Hunters are also reminded that changes have been made to ruffed grouse and bobwhite quail seasons “During this time of year, Maryland offers many other excellent opportunities to get afield and make...
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$580,000 Jackpot Winning Multi-Match Ticket Sold at Solomons Weis Market is Still Unclaimed as of Oct.11, 2022

$580,000 Jackpot Winning Multi-Match Ticket Sold at Solomons Weis Market is Still Unclaimed as of Oct.11, 2022

A Maryland Lottery player who bought a Multi-Match ticket in Calvert County landed the game’s fourth jackpot hit of 2022 in the Oct. 3 drawing. The lucky winner hasn’t claimed the prize yet, but will have the choice of a $580,000 annuity or the cash option of $374,798. Player wins game’s fourth jackpot prize...
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Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations and Conflict Management Teams Conduct Training in Port Republic

Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations and Conflict Management Teams Conduct Training in Port Republic

On October 4, 2022, the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Team (SOT) conducted an all-hands-on training scenario with our drone team and members of our Conflict Management Team (CMT) at the Island Creek Training facility in Port Republic. SOT and CMT members practiced de-escalation tactics, officer rescue methods, and communications using drones. The...
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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Deputy B. Haas Graduates from SWAT School

St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Deputy B. Haas Graduates from SWAT School

On October 7, 2022, Deputy Blake Haas graduated from the Prince George’s County Police Department Basic SWAT School Session 36. The three-week school is physically and mentally demanding, and tests the officer’s ability to adapt and overcome intense situations. Sheriff Tim Cameron and the men and women of the SMCSO congratulate Dep. Haas on...
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Charles County Commissioner Meeting Roundup – October 4 and 5, 2022

Charles County Commissioner Meeting Roundup – October 4 and 5, 2022

On Tuesday, Oct. 4, Deputy County Administrator Deborah Hall, Department of Planning and Growth Management Director Deborah Carpenter, Economic Development Department Director Kelly Robertson-Slagle, Department of Public Works Deputy Director Bernard Cochran, and Department of Public Works Chief of Environmental Services Frances Sherman provided a presentation on the Goal 3: Environment of the County Commissioners Goals...
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15 of 17 Businesses Pass Alcohol Compliance Checks in St. Mary’s County

15 of 17 Businesses Pass Alcohol Compliance Checks in St. Mary’s County

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Alcohol Enforcement Unit recently conducted a succession of alcohol compliance checks at 17 businesses in St. Mary’s County. Fifteen of the establishments were found to be compliant, while two businesses failed to ask an underage Sheriff’s Office employee for identification. The covert compliance checks were conducted on Thursday,...
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October is National Crime Prevention Month: La Plata Police Department Opens Mini-Grant for Home Video Surveillance System

October is National Crime Prevention Month: La Plata Police Department Opens Mini-Grant for Home Video Surveillance System

October is National Crime Prevention Month: La Plata Police Department is currently accepting applications for home/small business mini grants for video surveillance cameras. The grantees are awarded $250 to purchase a new or enhance an existing home surveillance system. Click on the link below to obtain an application. Applications are due by October 21,...
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Governor Hogan Announces Maryland Exceeds Energy Efficiency Targets For State-Owned Facilities Years Ahead of Schedule

Governor Hogan Announces Maryland Exceeds Energy Efficiency Targets For State-Owned Facilities Years Ahead of Schedule

In honor of National Energy Efficiency Day, Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the State of Maryland has reached and exceeded its goals for reducing energy use in state-owned facilities years ahead of schedule. As of October 2022, Maryland state government has surpassed the 10% savings goal and reduced its energy use in state-owned...
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Reckless Endangerment in Lexington Park Under Investigation

Reckless Endangerment in Lexington Park Under Investigation

On October 9, 2022, at 12:11 p.m. deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 46000 block of Midway Drive in Lexington Park, for the reported shots fired. Upon arrival deputies located shell casings and a vehicle that had sustained damage from projectiles. No injuries have been reported from the incident....
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Get Ready for the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Competition and National Oyster Cook-Off in St. Mary’s County

Get Ready for the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Competition and National Oyster Cook-Off in St. Mary’s County

Take in the excitement of the U.S. National Oyster Shucking Competition and National Oyster Cook-off, October 15-16, at the St. Mary’s County Fairgrounds! Entrants compete for coveted titles, prize money, bragging rights, and a berth to international competitions. Get your shucking gloves ready! Or simply show up and enjoy a plethora of oyster dishes,...
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Lexington Park Man Arrested for Selling Crack Cocaine and Cocaine in St. Mary’s County

Lexington Park Man Arrested for Selling Crack Cocaine and Cocaine in St. Mary’s County

On October 6, 2022, after a month-long investigation the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Vice/Narcotics Division, with assistance from the Emergency Services Team (EST), the Criminal Investigations Division (CID), and the Patrol Division, executed search and seizure warrants related to the distribution of CDS (cocaine and crack cocaine) by Colin Dion Cutchember, age 44 of...
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Governor Hogan Declares Oct. 10-14 Maryland Homegrown School Lunch Week

Governor Hogan Declares Oct. 10-14 Maryland Homegrown School Lunch Week

Governor Larry Hogan has designated October 10-14, 2022, as Maryland Homegrown School Lunch Week. Now in its 15th year, this annual promotion encourages Maryland schools to serve local food in lunches to show students where their food comes from and to introduce them to fresh, nutritious products made right here in Maryland. Maryland Homegrown...
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Charles County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Mail Fraud and Stolen Checks

Charles County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Mail Fraud and Stolen Checks

The Charles County Sheriff’s Office has received several reports of checks being stolen and altered after they have been placed in the mail. Both personal and business checks have been stolen. The CCSO Criminal Investigations Division is investigating these crimes in conjunction with the United States Postal Inspection Service. Anyone who may have been...
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Sheriff’s Office Determined Threat To Leonardtown High School to be Not Credible

Sheriff’s Office Determined Threat To Leonardtown High School to be Not Credible

On October 6, 2022, school administrators from Leonardtown High School were made aware of a threat by a student. The threat was made by a student via AirDrop to other students. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office issued the following statement: The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office this morning has investigated a threat regarding...
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St. Mary’s County Government Operations and NAS Patuxent River Gate Hours for Columbus Day

St. Mary’s County Government Operations and NAS Patuxent River Gate Hours for Columbus Day

NAS Patuxent River Announces Gate Hours for Columbus Day Holiday Friday, October 7th. Gate 1: 24/7 Gate 2: 5:30 a.m., to 6:00 p.m. Gate 3: Closed NOTE: No extra lanes open during morning rush hour. Saturday/Sunday/Monday, Oct 8-10th Gate 1: 24/7 Gate 2: Closed Gate 3: Closed In observance of the Columbus Day holiday,...
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