Mistress Dispute Allegedly Ends With Truck Ramming Vehicle Into Snow Bank In Mechanicsville Assault Case

MECHANICSVILLE, Md. — A roadside confrontation in St. Mary’s County has led to felony assault charges after a Charlotte Hall man allegedly rammed another driver’s vehicle in an attempt to force it off the road, according to authorities. The incident, which unfolded in Mechanicsville, involved an off-duty police officer’s intervention, according to charging documents.

Carroll Robert Wells, 60, of Charlotte Hall, Maryland, is charged with first-degree assault and second-degree assault following an incident that occurred on Jan. 28, 2026, in Mechanicsville, according to charging documents. Wells was released on his own recognizance on Jan. 29, 2026, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for Feb. 24, 2026.

Authorities reported that an off-duty La Plata Police officer contacted the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office (SMCSO) after detaining an individual in reference to a possible stolen vehicle. When deputies arrived at the scene, the individual was identified as Wells.

Court records state that during the course of the investigation, deputies learned from Wells that he had been involved in a verbal altercation prior to the encounter. According to charging documents, the altercation involved allegations that Wells was having a mistress. According to statements gathered at the scene, the other party involved in the dispute was inside their vehicle, while Wells was in his truck.

Investigators reported that Wells allegedly admitted to ramming the victim’s vehicle in an attempt to force it into a snowbank. Wells reportedly stated that his intent was to stop the vehicle from being driven. Statements from the victim allegedly indicated that Wells struck the vehicle at least once to stop it from being able to leave the area, corroborating Wells’ version of events, according to charging documents.

According to police reports, investigators noted that physical evidence at the scene showed debris from the collision in three separate locations.

Wells faces one count of first-degree assault and one count of second-degree assault. Under Maryland law, first-degree assault is a felony punishable by up to 25 years in prison, while second-degree assault carries a maximum penalty of up to 10 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $2,500 if convicted.

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