Man arrested for possession of CDS and a Dangerous Weapon

Donovan Lewis Benton

Waldorf, MD— On Wednesday, October 19, 2016, at approximately 12:06 a.m., Officer A. Bringley of the Charles County Sheriff’s Office was patrolling the area of Dorchester Circle in Waldorf when he noticed a suspicious vehicle.

Upon making contact with the driver, a strong odor of marijuana was detected. Further investigation revealed approximately 20 grams of marijuana in multiple bags, a scale and other drug paraphernalia. A BB gun resembling a 9mm handgun was also found.

Donovan Lewis Benton, Jr., 18, of Oxon Hill was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and possession of a concealed dangerous weapon.