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Eastern Shore Drug Ring Crumbled: Cocaine, Fentanyl, And Firearms Seized: Maryland State Police
Nearly 40 people accused of running a large-scale drug-trafficking ring on Maryland’s Eastern Shore were indicted following a massive five-month investigation by local, state, and federal law enforcement, authorities announced.
The operation, led by Wicomico Narcotics—a collaboration between the Maryland State Police, Fruitland Police Department, Wicomico County State’s Attorney’s Office, and the Drug Enforcement Administration—dismantled a network accused of distributing cocaine, fentanyl, and other drugs across Wicomico, Dorchester, and Baltimore counties.
Search warrants executed in Augu…
'Significant' Southern Maryland Drug Seizure Nets $2M In Narcotics, Two Arrested, Sheriff Says
In the largest drug seizure in St. Mary’s County history, deputies uncovered over $2 million worth of narcotics during a massive operation targeting high-level drug trafficking in Southern Maryland, according to authorities.
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office announced on Monday that detectives arrested Antwian Marquis Johnson, 38, and Shannon Marie Johnson, 37, both of Great Mills, during a raid on Dec. 5. following an undercover probe into drug trafficking.
Deputies executed search warrants at two residences in Great Mills and Hollywood, where they seized approximately 47 pounds…
Deputies Bust Six In Major Maryland I-70 Drug Trafficking Stop, Sheriff Says
A traffic stop on I-70 turned into a major bust when Frederick County Sheriff's deputies recovered a loaded handgun and significant quantities of cocaine and heroin, leading to the arrest of six people.
On Thursday, Dec. 5, around 9:12 p.m., deputies stopped a Volkswagen Routan near Monocacy Boulevard for equipment and moving violations, officials said.
Upon spotting drug paraphernalia in plain view, officers searched the vehicle and its six occupants, uncovering a loaded .45 caliber pistol, 264 grams of suspected cocaine, 100 grams of suspected heroin, and additional paraphernalia.
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Convict Caught With Cocaine, Paraphernalia During Bust At Maryland Home, Sheriff Says
Thousands of dollars worth of illegal drugs are off the streets, as are several weapons following a bust by the Charles County Sheriff's Office this week.
David Garnell Price, Jr., 41, of White Plains, was caught red-handed following the execution of a search warrant at his home on Tuesday, Sept. 17 in the 3300 block of Bushmill Place.
According to investigators from the sheriff's office, Price was located at the site of the bust in White Plains, and detectives seized over $3,000 worth of cocaine, drug distribution equipment, and two loaded handguns.
The arrest came following a length…
Felons Caught With Cache Of Weapons, Drugs During Yearlong Investigation In Maryland: Sheriff
Three felons are facing charges following an operation in Southern Maryland that led to the recovery of weapons, a massive amount of drugs, and cash, the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office announced on Friday.
A yearlong investigation into reported drug sales in the region led to the arrests of the trio, and the seizure of cocaine, weed, pills, and weapons.
Those charged:
John Kevin Fitzgerald Reed, 60, of Charlotte Hall;
James Nathaniel Reed, 77, of Mechanicsville;
Francis Lavern Reed, 55, of Mechanicsville.
All are facing multiple felony drug and firearm charges.
As a result of the …
Speeding Stop On I-70 In Frederick Lands Three From PA Behind Bars For Drug Possession: Sheriff
bThree suspects from Pennsylvania were busted across state lines by members of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office with a host of drugs and paraphernalia, officials say.
What started as a speeding stop on I-70 earlier this week resulted in three behind bars for multiple drug possession charges in Frederick when a police K9 led to the seizure of crack/cocaine.
Those charged:
Jasen Jermain Robinson, 50, of Waynesboro, PA;
Christina Marie Davis, 42, of Waynesboro, PA;
Pamela Sue Bordner, 53, of Chamersburg.
The stop was reported shortly before 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13, acc…
More Than One Kilo Of Cocaine Recovered During Record-Breaking Maryland Seizure, Sheriff Says
The St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office made its largest fentanyl seizure in history during an ongoing investigation into drug dealing in the region, officials said.
James William Blackiston III, 31, Jasmine Samaria Votra, 36, and Willis Matthews Brooks, 43, all of Great Mills, were all arrested after being busted with more than a kilogram of cocaine on Thursday night.
Shortly before 7:15 p.m. on Aug. 8, deputies conducted search and seizure warrants at two count residences, leading to the record-breaking fentanyl seizure.
According to the St. Mary's County Sherif's Office, during a search …
Four Arrested Following Drug Trafficking Investigation in Carroll County: State's Attorney
An extensive investigation into drug dealing in Carroll County led to the apprehension of four wanted suspects who have been indicted by a grand jury, the state's attorney's office announced.
Last week, the county's Drug and Firearms Trafficking Task Force (DTF) and local police agencies executed three search warrants at local residences in Carroll and Baltimore counties, leading to the arrest of four suspects.
Those charged:
Christine Katheryn Harris, 49, of Taneytown;
William Randy Tew, 42, of Taneytown;
Melissa Dawn Smith, 41, of Reisterstown;
Randolph Eric Vassar, 55, of Owings …
Kilo Of Coke, Thousands In Cash Seized From Maryland Motel Drug Dealer, Police Say
An Elkridge drug dealer operating out of a Howard County motel has been apprehended during a massive bust, police say.
Late on Thursday afternoon, the Howard County Police Department announced that Emil Watkins, 40, is facing a host of charges after being caught with cash and contraband.
According to investigators, tipsters advised the agency that Watkins was allegedly selling crack cocaine out of an Elkridge motel, leading to his arrest.
A search earlier this week led to the seizure of more than a kilogram of suspected cocaine, suspected fentanyl, thousands of dollars in cash, ammo, and o…
Dealer Busted With $50K In Cocaine, Crack, Weed During Maryland Bust: Sheriff
A purported drug dealer was released from jail after members of the Charles County Sheriff's Office seized $50,000 in narcotics from him during a bust earlier this month.
The lengthy investigation into alleged drug dealing out of a home on Jameson Court in Indian Head led to the arrest of 31-year-old Domonique Carlton Hawkins, who was taken into custody by officers and released a week later, according to officials.
During the search, investigators say that they recovered nearly $50,000 worth of cocaine, crack cocaine, and cannabis, as well as drug packaging materials.
Hawkins was char…
Major Drug Ring Dismantled In Maryland; Four Arrested, Sheriff Says
Four people have been arrested and thousands of dollars worth of drugs are off the street following a massive bust in Maryland, officials say.
The Charles County Sheriff's Office announced that a yearlong joint investigation with federal authorities led to the dismantling of a major drug ring that concluded with four suspects behind bars.
Those charged:
William Russell Stewart, 27, of Nanjemoy;
Donovan Franklin Delano Henry, 29, of Waldorf;
Rashad Isaiah Cobey, 23, of Indian Head;
Lyray Darnell Simpson, 44, of Nanjemoy.
During the execution of the warrant at four residences in Char…
Man, Woman Busted With Drugs, Guns, Cash During Search In Maryland: Police
Thousands of dollars worth of drugs are off the streets after police in Anne Arundel County made a large bust that led to the arrests of a man and woman, officials say.
Jayson Steven Jones, 46, of Baltimore, and Glen Burnie resident Kayla McCaslin, 25, are both facing charges following an investigation into a man wanted for drug and weapon offenses.
Shortly before 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 30, detectives from the Anne Arundel County Police Department were in the area of Southbridge Drive and South Hampton Road in Glen Burnie looking for a person that had an open warrant.
Police sa…
Massive Drug, Weapon Busts Land Four Behind Bars In Maryland: Police
A weeks-long investigation into suspected drug distribution in Anne Arundel County led to massive drug and weapon busts in Pasadena, authorities announced on Monday.
Earlier this month, detectives were tipped off about possible drug dealings throughout the county, which culminated in the execution of multiple search warrants on Friday, police say.
The search and seizures were conducted in the 5100 block of Raynor Avenue in Linthicum and the 8900 block of Winged Foot Drive, resulting in the arrests of Cory Wayne Rhodes, 24, Alexa Nichole Bowen, 20 and Cassidy Cierra Schmidt, 22, all fro…
