On June 4, at 8:30 a.m., school staff at Billingsley Elementary School were alerted that a student was possibly in possession of a handgun. School administrators recovered the gun, which was a toy gun altered to resemble a real semi-automatic handgun. In accordance with MD law, due to the student’s age, they cannot be charged; however, the student faces school [...]
On June 5 at 7:35 a.m., a staff member at La Plata High School reported the odor of cannabis coming from a school bathroom. Administrators investigated and found a student in possession of a vape pen containing suspected cannabis THC and a bag with Adderall (amphetamine) pills that were not prescribed to the student. The school resource officer recovered the [...]
Charles County, MD… On June 1, at 7:30 p.m., patrol officers responded to Inheritance Drive in Brandywine following reports of an exceptionally large party, traffic complaints, and disorderly behavior. Upon arrival, officers observed approximately 200 cars parked on the street and in yards throughout the neighborhood. Hundreds of people, possibly between 600-800, were attempting to attend a pool party at [...]
On May 25 at 1:36 a.m., patrol officers responded to Ravenglass Road in Waldorf for the report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, officers observed the residence had been shot several times. Several people were inside at the time and one adult male sustained a minor injury to his head, when he was struck by debris. Through further investigation, officers [...]
On May 28 at 1:58 a.m., Officer J. Gordon initiated a traffic stop in the 5100 block of Indian Head Highway in Indian Head for equipment violations on a vehicle. Upon contacting the driver, the officer noted the driver’s license was suspended. The officer also observed a bottle of cough syrup with codeine in plain view. Further investigation revealed the [...]
On May 22 at 8:30 a.m., during a firearms training exercise, a Charles County Sheriff’s officer accidentally discharged his weapon, striking his leg and causing a flesh wound. Staff immediately applied first aid and summoned EMS from Hughesville VFD and Bel Alton VFD. The officer was transported to a hospital, treated, and released. CONTACT: Diane Richardson Media Relations Office 301-609-6557 [...]
On May 22, a school administrator at Piccowaxen Middle School reported to the school resource officer that a student was in possession of three vaping devices and a bag of cannabis. The SRO recovered the items, and the student was charged on a civil citation with possession of cannabis. The student also faces school disciplinary consequences. Cpl. Caballero is investigating. [...]
Charles County, MD…Charles County Sheriff Troy D. Berry and Director Ryan Ross of the Charles County Detention Center are pleased to announce that Sgt. Phil Norris ID#2610 was named the recipient of the 2023 Charles County Detention Center Correctional Officer of the Year award. Throughout his 12-year career, Sgt. Norris has demonstrated exceptional dedication and commitment to his duties, going [...]
Sheriff Troy D. Berry is pleased to announce the graduation of Charles County Sheriff’s Officers Lieutenant Charles “Chuck” Gass, Jr. and Lieutenant Kevin Conley (CCDC) from Northwestern University’s Center for Public Safety School of Police Staff and Command on May 17. The School of Police Staff and Command is an intensive leadership and management education program that helps prepare experienced [...]
Charles County Sheriff’s detectives are seeking the public’s help in locating Patricia Castro, 15, of Waldorf who was last seen on March 28 in the 4100 block of Bluebird Drive in Waldorf. Family members believe she left on her own with her boyfriend, Jose Leon-Gutierrez who is approximately 19 years old. Castro is 5’0” and weighs about 160 lbs. Detectives [...]