PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — A Prince Frederick man was arrested after allegedly causing a disorderly scene outside Firehouse Subs that police say drew a crowd of onlookers and temporarily hindered business operations. Barry Jeremiah Parran, 58, faces charges of disorderly conduct and intoxicated endangerment following the Sept. 15, 2025, incident.
According to charging documents filed in Calvert County District Court, Deputy D. Naughton responded to Firehouse Subs at 641 North Solomons Island Road for reports of a fight. The Calvert Control Center advised multiple callers reported a small group gathering in front of the business, with one subject allegedly throwing a chair at another.
Charging documents state that Deputy Naughton arrived simultaneously with Maryland State Police Trooper Fleming. Officers observed 10 to 15 people gathered around two men who appeared to have been in an argument. Parran was reportedly walking behind another man, continuing what officers determined was an ongoing altercation.
Trooper Fleming attempted to separate the two men by positioning himself between Parran and the other subject. When the trooper advised Parran to stop following the other man, Parran allegedly responded defiantly, stating he should not be told to stop. Officers worked to de-escalate the situation by separating the parties for individual interviews.
Deputy Naughton reported observing clear signs of intoxication when speaking with Parran. Court records indicate Parran was stumbling, slurring his words and had a strong odor of alcoholic beverage emanating from his breath and person. The deputy also noted in his report that it appeared Parran had urinated on himself during the incident.
When Deputy Naughton placed his hand on Parran’s shoulder to guide him away from the crowd for questioning, Parran allegedly became uncooperative and told the officer not to touch him. Due to Parran’s apparent intoxication and failure to cooperate with police instructions, he was placed in handcuffs as a de-escalation measure while additional officers arrived to investigate whether an assault had occurred.
Charging documents state Parran told officers he was not going to provide a statement and they could “just take him to jail.” While handcuffed, he allegedly continued yelling profanities at both officers and the other subject involved in the altercation. His behavior in front of the business reportedly caused a crowd to gather, with several bystanders recording the incident on their phones.
According to court records, the gathering crowd and Parran’s behavior temporarily hindered citizens from entering or exiting the business during the incident. A witness who was among the initial 911 callers confirmed she observed the altercation become physical at one point prior to police arrival. The witness also corroborated Parran’s continued use of profanity and uncooperative behavior with officers.
Parran was transported to Calvert County Detention Center following his arrest. He faces two misdemeanor charges, including disorderly conduct and intoxicated endangerment. According to Maryland law, disorderly conduct carries a maximum penalty of 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. Intoxicated endangerment carries up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine.
Court records show Parran was released on his own recognizance following his initial appearance on Sept. 16. The Public Defender’s Office for Calvert County entered its appearance on Sept. 17, representing Parran in the proceedings. Defense counsel has filed motions for a speedy trial and discovery in preparation for trial.
A trial is scheduled for Nov. 19, 2025, at 1 p.m. in Courtroom 2 of Calvert County District Court. The State’s Attorney’s Office for Calvert County is prosecuting the case. All events were captured on Deputy Naughton’s body-worn camera, providing video evidence of the incident.
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