PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. – The below incidents, investigations, and arrests are, in part, demonstrative of the Prince Frederick Barrack’s effort to ensure that Calvert County is a safe place to live, work, and visit.   

Identity Theft and CDS Violation
On August 14, 2021, Troopers from the Maryland State Police Prince Frederick barrack learned of a possible Identity Theft that may be occurring at a local car dealership in Prince Frederick. Troopers and Calvert County Deputies responded to the scene and were able to apprehend 33-year-old Deonte Willis Dickens of Baltimore, MD and 35-year-old Jose Tapia of Reisterstown, MD. The suspects were attempting to use the identity of another individual to purchase a $70,000.00 vehicle. During the investigation, it was also discovered that the suspects were in possession of Marijuana and suspected Oxycodone pills. Both individuals were placed under arrest for the Identity Theft and CDS violations and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center. 

DUI and Assault on a Police Officer
On August 22, 2021, Trooper White conducted a traffic stop at southbound Route 4 at Sherry Lane in Prince Frederick. The driver was identified as 47-year-old Kevin Keys of Washington, DC. Tpr. White believed Keys was driving under the influence of alcohol and asked Keys to perform a standardized field sobriety test. The test was performed unsatisfactorily and Keys was subsequently arrested for DUI. While attempting to place Keys inside of a patrol vehicle, Keys leaned over and bit Tpr. White. Keys was later transported to the Calvert County Detention Center and charged with DUI, Assault on a Police Officer, and resisting arrest.

First Degree Assault
On August 28, 2021, Senior Trooper Costello responded to the area of Saint Leonard Road, St. Leonard, Maryland for a report of an assault in progress. ST Costello arrived on scene and observed two individuals that were badly injured from an assault and another individual who was later identified as 40-year-old Adam Commodore of Saint Leonard, MD. Investigation revealed that Commodore attacked the two individuals with a 2×4 wooden board. The two victims were flown to the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center and treated for their injuries. Commodore was placed under arrest for the assault and transported to the Calvert County Detention Center.