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NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH NEWSLETTER

November 23, 2016

CRIME IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Burglary Case #16-65360:

On November 16, 2016, Deputy P. Wood was dispatched to Lakeside Drive, in Dunkirk, for the report of a burglary.

The victim stated that sometime over the last three weeks an unknown individual(s) went into his shed and stole his

Echo weed eater, Echo backpack blower and his Echo chainsaw.

CDS Violation Case #16-65848:

On November 18, 2016, at approximately 8:30pm, Deputy J. Denton conducted a traffic stop, at Cove Point Rd/H.G.

Trueman Rd, in Lusby, on a vehicle traveling without a headlight. Upon making contact with the driver, Shawn

Legrant, 24, of Lexington Park, MD, he detected a strong odor of raw marijuana emitting from the vehicle. A search

of the vehicle revealed a concealed black sheath/sword throwing knife, a brown wooden baseball bat (wrapped in black

electrical tape) and a brown handled hatchet. All weapons were located within arm’s reach of the driver. A further

search of the vehicle revealed a green Crown Royal bag containing four (4) separate bags - one with 33.5 grams of

marijuana, one with 6.2 grams of marijuana, one with 4.2 grams of marijuana and one with 2.8 grams of marijuana - for

a grand total of 46.7 grams. Also found was a digital scale, BIC lighter and a red dice. Mr. Legrant was charged with

CDS: Possession of Marijuana 10 grams, three (3) counts of carrying a Concealed Dangerous Weapon and issued a

warning for the inoperative head light.

Legrant

Contact Information: Calvert County Sheriff’s Office 410-535-2800

Maryland State Police 410-535-1400

Deputy Wes Beisel, SO Rep. beiselww@co.cal.md.us 410-535-2800 ext. 8417

Det./Sgt. Robert Payne, MSP Rep. Robert.Payne@maryland.gov 410-535-1400

Det.Greg Cameron, Sheriff’s Office 443-532-0000

Crime Solvers 410-535-2880

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CDS Violation Case #16-65343:

On November 16, 2016, at approximately 11:30am, Deputy R. Kreps observed Kelly Branson, 27, of North Beach,

near the entrance to the MVA, in Prince Frederick, and was aware she had an active warrant. Upon placing Ms.

Branson under arrest for the warrant, a search of her person yielded a controlled dangerous substance (CDS) in her

wallet. The CDS was not in a prescription container to verify Ms. Branson had a prescription for the drug. She was

transported to the Detention Center and charged with CDS: Possession of a Synthetic narcotic (Suboxone).

Branson

CDS Violation Case #16-64973:

On November 14, 2016, at approximately 10:30pm, Deputy C. Childress conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle he

observed crossing the center line several times and not maintaining a constant speed. When he approached the driver,

Dante Jones, 28, of Dunkirk, he was not able to provide a driver’s license and had difficulty finding the registration to

the vehicle. Jones was found to have an active Child Support: Non-Compliance warrant through Calvert County and

was transported to the Detention Center. While being processed at the Detention Center, a Suboxone (Subutex) strip

was located in Jones' wallet, with no verification off a prescription. Charges were placed on him for CDS: Possession

of a Synthetic Narcotic (Suboxone).

Jones

CDS Violation Case #16-65122:

On November 15, 2016, at approximately 1:00pm, Deputy M. Trigg conducted a traffic stop, near Oakland Hall Road,

in Prince Frederick, on a vehicle travelling with an expired registration. While making contact with one of the

occupants, David Gray, 33, of Lusby, he located a cellophane wrapper containing a light blue powder, identified as

Alprazolam. He was arrested and charged with CDS: Possession of a Dangerous Nonnarcotic drug (Alprazolam) and

for Possession of Paraphernalia (wrapper).

Gray

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Damaged Property Case #16-65084:

On November 15, 2016, at approximately 11:00am, Deputy T. Rzepkowski responded to Yellow Bank Road, in

Dunkirk, for the report of damaged property. Upon arrival the complainant advised he observed a broken glass panel

on a rear door, which seemed to be broken by a large rock which was found lying on the floor inside the home.

Theft Case #16-66222:

On November 20, 2016, Deputy A. Locke was dispatched to the Dunkirk Wal-Mart for the report of a shoplifting in

progress. He made contact with the Asset Protection Officer, Troy Washington, who observed male and female placing

items in the female’s purse. John Shepherd, 53, and Kelly Scott, 52, both of Lothian, concealed a box of Kiss

fingernails, bottle of woman’s body spray, an energizer flashlight and a package of 30 Extenze male enhancement pills

in the purse. They were both charged with Theft less than $100.00 and released, after being told they were no longer

welcome at the Dunkirk Wal-Mart for a period of 1 year.

Shepherd

Theft Case #16-65628:

On November 17, 2016, at approximately 9:00pm, Deputy C. Childress responded to the Prince Frederick Wal-Mart for

the report of a shoplifting. The suspect, Valerie Marie Nielson, 29, of Prince Frederick, was observed placing several

items into a bag in an attempt to conceal them. The items include: 4 children watches, 2 pairs of girls leggings, 2 pairs

of slippers and a box of Hefty trash bags. Deputy Childress discovered Nielson had an active warrant through the

District Court for a Failure to Appear charge. She was arrested for Theft - Less Than $100.00 and transported to the

Detention Center for processing.

Nielson

Theft Case #16-64913:

On November 14, 2016, Deputy T. Buckler responded to Tans Cycles, on Chesapeake Avenue, in North Beach, for a

reported theft. Upon arrival the complainant advised that their orange 17.5ft Eddy Line kayak was stolen from behind

the business. The kayak was last seen about a month prior (early October).

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Theft Case #16-64877:

On November 14, 2016, Deputy R. Shrawder responded to Eucalyptus Drive, in St. Leonard, for the report of a theft.

The victim advised multiple items were taken from their backyard sometime within the last week. Items stolen include:

5 Pedestals, 3 Statues, 5 metal fence poles.

Concealed Weapon & Possession of Oxycodone: On 11/16/16 at 11:05 am, Trooper First Class Lewis stopped a

vehicle on Rt. 4 near Doris Dr. in Owings for traffic violations. The odor of burnt marijuana was emitting from inside

the vehicle. A probable cause search revealed brass knuckles and oxycodone. Brandon J. Jones, 27 of Huntingtown

was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon and possession of oxycodone. He was incarcerated at the Calvert County

Detention Center.

Theft from Vehicle: On 11/17/16 at 9:18 pm, Corporal Wiesemann received a report for a reported theft from a

vehicle in the 1000 block of Claggett Rd. in Sunderland. The victim reported the rear Maryland vehicle registration

plate (04453TT) had been stolen from his tow truck. The information on the missing plate has been entered into NCIC.

Investigation continues.

Announcements December 12, 2016

Calvert Neighborhood Watch Meeting 6:30 p.m.

Courthouse Square

205 Main Street, Prince Frederick, MD

“Let’s Talk”

Mental Health & Substance Abuse Thursday, January 12, 2017

7 to 8:30 pm

Courthouse Square Conference Room,

205 Main Street, Prince Frederick (corner of Duke and Main Streets)

Registration Required - Seating Limited

Join us for a discussion on mental health and

substance abuse. Come out to learn, share and ask

questions with a Dual Diagnosis Counselor.

Discussion led by Stephanie Newman, MS, LCPC,

LCADC, NCC, Calvert Behavioral Health Services,

Dual Diagnosis Counselor

Sponsored by:

Sponsored by:

Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc.,

Calvert Substance Abuse Services

To register or for more information,

call 410-535-FREE

“Let’s Talk Addiction”

Wednesday, February 22, 2017

6:00 to 7:30 pm Calvert Substance Abuse Services

280 Stafford Road, Barstow, Maryland

Registration Required - Seating Limited

EDUCATION IS KEY!

Join us for a showing of “Addiction 101” with

Raj Mehta and “Rewriting the Story of My

Addiction” with Jo Harvey.

Discussion led by Doris McDonald, Director

Behavioral Health Services

Calvert County Health Department

Sponsored by:

Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc.,

Calvert Substance Abuse& Prescription Drug Abuse Abatement

Council.

Sponsored by:

Calvert Alliance Against Substance Abuse, Inc.,

Calvert Substance Abuse Services

Seating is limited. Registration is Required

To register or for more information, call 410-535-FREE

Refreshments will be provided.

Calvert Behavioral Health Services

Walk-In Schedule- ALL INTAKES ARE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE!

Intake: $197.00(includes 1st UA)

Location: 280 Stafford Rd Barstow, MD

Time: 8:00am

Individual Session: $110.00

Fees

Intensive Outpatient - Monday (2 intakes)

Group: $159.00/per Wednesday (3 intakes) Thursday (3 intakes) session Friday (3 intakes)

Location: 975 N Solomons Island Rd Prince Frederick, MD Calvert County Health Department Suite 119

Time: 8:00am

- Monday (3 intakes) - Wednesday (3 intakes)

Location: 3819 Harbor Rd Chesapeake Beach, MD Suite 103 (underneath of the library)

Time: 11:30am - Monday (3 intakes) - Tuesday (3 intakes)

Time: 8:00am - Friday (4 intakes)

** Please bring INSURANCE CARDS, ID, & any MEDICATIONS you are currently prescribed so a copy can be placed in your file **

Any questions regarding intakes please call: 410-535-3079 ext.6

Standard Group: $40.00

Urinalysis: $12.00 in addition to other fees

fees are subject to change with provided proof of income Bt insurance benefits/eligibility)

All fees are due at time of service alS4 Check Money Order, Visa or MasterCen: I ONLY

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Many stores exterd hours late into the night. People head to the stores after work, then at closing lime, you see them emerging with the dazed eyes of sleepwalkers. Amazingly, then the mall asking lots empty out in record time

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In most communities, the police work additional lours during November and December. They are kept busy the increase of trail: accidents, home tires bar fights and family disputes. Also, during the month of December, mole people die of natural causes than ally other tine of the year. Police often have to change their regular routines and leave the nightly patrol through neighborhoods to answer emergency calls.

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.litiffers know that the police are overloaded during the holiday season and they take full advantage it. They thrive on the fact that the police anc stores' less srevention staff have their herds fun with amateur thieves who are hauled to jell for trying to stea from the electronics departments or waiting for the parents of pre-teens who pocketed the latest video game.

In the meantime, the professioral thieves are busy breaking into cars in the parking lots to steal gifts, cell phones and electronics or stalking and robbing or scamming.thggeopS who are alone. Some thieves prefer burderizina homes. They spend their time walking neighborhoods, looking for houses that appear that the homeowners arc away. Darkened homes nestled between reighbors with front yarde bunging With ho Iday lights will draw their attention.

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The following tips can help you be more careful, prepared and aware during the holiday season.

• Try to shop during the day, but if you do shop at night, do not do is alone.

• Dress casually and comfortably.

• Avoid wearing expensive Jewelry.

• Do not carry a purse cr wallet, If possible. Consider bringing a security travel pouch instead.

• Always carry your driver's license or identification along with necessary cash, checks and/or a credit card you expect to use.

• Recognize when you are rushed. distracted and stressed cut and stay alert to what Is going on aroLnd you.

• Avoid canying large amounts of cash.

• Pay for purchases with a check or credit card when possible.

• Keep cash in your front poem!. Sas•clt. .

• If you discover that a credit card is misslrg, notify the creeit card company as soon '.F.s possible. Don't assume that you misplaced it and will find it later.

• Keep s record of all of your credit card numbers in a safe place at home.

• Be extra careful if you do carry a wallet or purse. They arc the prime targets of criminals in crowded shopping areas, terminals, bus stops, cn buses and other repid tank.

• AVoid overloading yourself wall packages. It Is Important to nave clear vistunty and freedom of motion if you are apsroached.

• Beware of strangers approaching you for any •eaSOrt. At this lime of year, con-arlists may try various metnods of distaaing you, including working in teams, with the intention of taking your money a belonginga.

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