Sheriff’s Corner

See updates on local Crime in our area from the sheriff. You can learn more here.


 

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Road Rage 

Please be aware of a phone scam circulating in our community in which individuals impersonating Sheriff’s Deputies are extorting money from citizens. These scammers call from a spoofed number (making it appear to come from our office) and falsely claim that recipients have warrants for their arrest, often citing missed court or federal jury duty. To avoid arrest, they tell victims they must make a payment over the phone immediately via gift cards, money transfer apps, or cryptocurrency.🚨
Remember:
❌ Law enforcement agencies will NEVER call you to make payments over the phone or resolve warrants.
❌ Law enforcement agencies will NEVER ask for gift cards, money transfers, or cryptocurrency.
‼️ Scammers rely on fear and urgency to pressure victims into complying.
Here are some crucial tips to help protect yourself:
1️⃣ Hang Up the Phone: If you're unsure about a call, hang up immediately. Legitimate authorities will never ask for any type of payment, especially over the phone. 📵❌
2️⃣ Guard Your Information: Always be cautious about sharing sensitive information over the phone. Scammers thrive on stealing personal details.
3️⃣ Remember Caller ID Spoofing: 🕵️‍♂️ Scammers can manipulate Caller ID to make it look like the call is from a legitimate source. Don't trust it blindly!
4️⃣ Verify with Us: If in doubt about a warrant, call us directly at 📞 410-758-0770. We're here to help and clarify any concerns you may have.
💬 If you receive a call like this requesting a payment through gift cards, cryptocurrency, or money transfer apps like Venmo and PayPal, it's a red flag! 🚩 Hang up immediately and report this incident to the Office of the Sheriff.
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CDS Arrest

Arrested: Elisha Porter, 57 y/o
Charges: Possession of CDS and Possession of CDS Paraphernalia
On 8/21 at 5:19pm, Deputy Stewart checked the welfare of a female walking on the ramp to Rt 50, off Route 8, in Stevensville, towards the Bay Bridge. The female was identified as Elisha Porter, with an active warrant through Anne Arundel County. Porter was placed under arrest and transported to the office of the Sheriff for processing. While searching Porter's belongings, suspected crack cocaine was found in her bag. Porter was charged accordingly and transported to the District Court Commissioner.
As with all legal proceedings, it is important to remember that all subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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DUI Arrest 

Arrested: Amanda Woody, 36yo from Church Hill, MD
Charged: DUI of Alcohol and Driving Without a License
On 7/29 at 1:20pm, Deputies were dispatched to the area of Loverlee Ln, in Queenstown, for a medical call assist for a subject who appeared to be in some type of medical emergency. Upon arrival, Deputies met with the suspect, Amanda Woody, who had pulled into someone's driveway, exited her vehicle, and appeared to be in distress. While speaking with Woody, DFC Keller detected signs of impairment. Woody was asked to perform Field Sobriety Testing and due to the results of the testing, Woody was placed under arrest and charged accordingly.
As with all legal proceedings, it is important to remember that all subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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CDS Arrest

Arrested: David Lee Freeman, 33yo
Charged: Possession of CDS not Cannabis and Possession of CDS Paraphernalia
On 8/21 at 7:33pm, DFC Brown initiated a stop on a vehicle that failed to stop at a stop sign, in the area of Pinder Hill Rd and Main St, in Church Hill, for a traffic violation. Upon making contact with the driver, David Freeman, CDS indicators were observed. A K9 scan was requested which resulted in a positive alert. Upon searching the vehicle, a crack pipe with suspected residue was located. Freeman was charged accordingly.
As with all legal proceedings, it is important to remember that all subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.