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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Explore Carroll: Attempted murder suspect returned to Carroll County

Attempted murder suspect returned to Carroll County

Hill accused of attempting to shoot sheriff's deputy

By Kevin Dayhoff and Charles Schelle

http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/4437/attempted-murder-suspect-returned-carroll-county/

Posted 6/21/10

(Enlarge) Brian Joseph Hill, who is charged with attempted murder in an incident involving a Sheriff's Deputy during a June 14 traffic stop, has been delivered to the Carroll County Detention Center. (Photo courtesy Carroll County Detention Center)

Brian Joseph Hill, who was arrested last Friday in Hagerstown, Washington County, for the alleged attempted murder of a Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy during a June 14 traffic stop, has been delivered to the Carroll County Detention Center.

Hill had been held at the Washington County Detention Center since his arrest on Friday, according to a release issued by Jonathan Light of the Sheriff's Office.

In addition to additional pending charges stemming from the five days he was fleeing apprehension, Hill faces numerous charges in the June 14 attempted shooting of a sheriff’s deputy.

Those charges include first-degree attempted murder, first-degree assault, reckless endangerment, use of a handgun in a felony/violent crime, possession of a handgun, possession of marijuana with intent to distribute and possession of marijuana, police said.

Following numerous tips from around the region, a search warrant was secured for a residence inside Hagerstown city limits. Hill was the subject of a nationwide search, and a reward of $10,000 for information leading to his arrest was posted last Thursday.

Labels: Carroll County crime, Crime, Law Order, MD State Police, Police Carroll Co Sheriff's Dept, Public Safety Traffic Safety, Westminster Police Dept

Related: $10k reward offered for attempted murder suspect's arrest
Posted: 6/17/10 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Search for man who shot at sheriff's deputy turns statewide
Posted: 6/14/10 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Attempted murder suspect Hill captured in Hagerstown
Posted: 6/19/10 in Carroll Eagle

Attempted murder suspect back in Carroll Co MD Hill accused attempting 2 shoot deputy - by Kevin Dayhoff & Charles Schelle http://tinyurl.com/2adh6zz

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Monday, June 21, 2010

Attempted murder suspect returned to Carroll County http://tinyurl.com/2adh6zz

Attempted murder suspect returned to Carroll County

Hill accused of attempting to shoot sheriff's deputy

By Kevin Dayhoff and Charles Schelle

Posted 6/21/10 http://tinyurl.com/2adh6zz

http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/4437/attempted-murder-suspect-returned-carroll-county/

(Enlarge) Brian Joseph Hill, who is charged with attempted murder in an incident involving a Sheriff's Deputy during a June 14 traffic stop, has been delivered to the Carroll County Detention Center. (Photo courtesy Carroll County Detention Center)

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Saturday, June 19, 2010

Fugitive Apprehended Without Incident Early Friday Evening In Hagerstown http://tinyurl.com/2e46t6n

FUGITIVE APPREHENDED WITHOUT INCIDENT EARLY FRIDAY EVENING IN HAGERSTOWN http://tinyurl.com/2e46t6n

Brian Joseph Hill allegedly attempted to shoot Westminster deputy Monday

GUN FAILED TO DISCHARGE DURING TRAFFIC STOP

By Kevin Dayhoff Friday, 18 June 2010 23:50

A fugitive wanted for attempting to shoot a Westminster deputy sheriff was apprehended and arrested by police early Friday evening.

Brian Joseph Hill, 27, of the 3900 block Penhurst Avenue in Baltimore — the subject of a nationwide search after he attempted to shoot a deputy sheriff Monday morning during a routine traffic stop outside Westminster — was apprehended in Hagerstown, Washington County, Maryland... Read More: http://investigativevoice.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4555:xx&catid=25:the-project&Itemid=44

Attempted murder suspect Hill captured in Hagerstown by Charles Schelle

Posted: 6/19/10 in Carroll Eagle

$10k reward offered for attempted murder suspect's arrest by Charles Schelle

Posted: 6/17/10 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Search for man who shot at sheriff's deputy turns statewide by Kevin Dayhoff and Charles Schelle

Posted: 6/14/10 in Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle

Labels: Carroll County crime, Crime, Journalists Schelle-Charles, Law Order, MD State Police, Police Carroll Co Sheriff's Dept, Public Safety Traffic Safety, Westminster Police Dept

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Monday, June 14, 2010

UPDATE: Police shot at during traffic stop east of Westminster

Shots fired at traffic stop east of Westminster

See additional Update on www.explorecarroll.com: Suspect sought in alleged Carroll Co MD crime: Shot fired at officer east of Westminster http://bit.ly/aUDCW8

5:30 a.m. Monday, June 14, 2010 UPDATE to: Shots fired at traffic stop east of Westminster MD http://tinyurl.com/2cxzfot

By Kevin Dayhoff kevindayhoff@gmail.com

Early Monday morning area police agencies quickly responded to the scene in the 1200 block of Old Westminster Pike at Rash Manor Drive where a motorist attempted to shoot a Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy.

At approximately 2:28 a.m., a Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy was heard on the police scanner to report that a black male suspect had fired upon the deputy during a traffic stop.

Black male Old Westminster Pike… the suspect’s gun misfired, “I got one round off,” the deputy was heard to say on the police scanner.

Units from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, and Westminster Police Department quickly responded.

According to the police scanner, the suspect sped away from the traffic stop only to have his vehicle quickly overturn. The suspect then fled on foot and the manhunt began in earnest.

He was identified as a 20 to 30 year-old male, dark shirt with dreadlocks and a possible last-known address was listed as Wimert Avenue in Westminster

A police perimeter was established and the Maryland State Police helicopter was called to aid in the search.

A gun was recovered from the suspect’s vehicle. According to information gathered from the police scanner it did not seem that the deputy was hurt.

As of 5:30 a.m., police tracked the suspect’s trail to Route 140 where the trail went cold. According to the police scanner, police speculated that he may have hitched a ride to unknown whereabouts at that point.

As this story goes to press, at 5:30 a.m. the manhunt and the investigation continued.

Check back with the Carroll Eagle for more information as it becomes available.

Labels: Carroll County crime, Crime, Law Order, MD State Police, Police Carroll Co Sheriff's Dept, Public Safety Traffic Safety, Westminster Police Dept

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Shots fired at traffic stop east of Westminster MD http://tinyurl.com/2cxzfot

Shots fired at traffic stop east of Westminster MD http://tinyurl.com/2cxzfot

3:00 a.m. Monday, June 14, 2010

By Kevin Dayhoff

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Westminster MD - Area police agencies are on the scene in the 1200 block of Old Westminster Pike at Rash Manor Drive where a motorist attempted to shot a Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy.

At approximately 2:28 a.m., a Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputy was heard on the police scanner to report that a black male suspect had fired upon the deputy during a traffic stop.

Black male Old Westminster Pike… the suspect’s gun misfired, “I got one round off,” the deputy was heard to say on the police scanner.

Units from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office, Maryland State Police, and Westminster Police Department quickly responded.

From what information could be gathered from the police scanner, the suspect’s car subsequently overturned and the suspect fled on foot. He was identified as a 20 to 30 year-old male, dark shirt with dreadlocks and a last-known address listed as Wimert Avenue in Westminster

A police perimeter was established and the Maryland State Police helicopter was called to aid in the search.

Check back for more information as it becomes available.

20100614 Shots fired at traffic stop east of Westminster

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Shots fired at traffic stop east of Westminster MD http://tinyurl.com/2cxzfot

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Sunday, May 16, 2010

BOMBS AWAY! — Bogus threat shuts down Carroll County Courts; accident sidelines sheriff’s deputy

Sunday, 16 May 2010 00:16

Carroll County's District Courthouse on North Court Street in Westminster was evacuated at midweek when a traffic clerk received a bomb threat. (I.V. Photo/Kevin Dayhoff)

COURTHOUSES CLOSED
FOR SEVERAL HOURS
DURING MIDWEEK

No bombs turned up
by battery of police
and police dogs

By Kevin Dayhoff

Carroll County’s District and Circuit Court buildings in Westminster were evacuated for several hours this past week when a traffic clerk received a bogus bomb threat.

At midday Wednesday, Maryland State Police, Westminster City Police, and the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department closed both courthouses located on the city’s North Court Street because of a telephoned bomb threat, the State Police reported.

When the law enforcement officials arrived... Read more here: http://investigativevoice.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4104:bombs-away&catid=25:the-project&Itemid=44

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Friday, May 14, 2010

Bomb threat evacuates Carroll County MD Courts

Bomb threat evacuates Carroll County MD Courts http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/4328/bomb-threat/

Courthouses closed for several hours. No bomb found.

May 13, 2010

By Kevin Dayhoff

At approximately 12:45 p.m on Wednesday, Maryland State Police, Westminster City Police, and the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department responded to both courthouses located on North Court Street in Westminster upon the report of a bomb threat, according to a State Police news release.

Read the entire article here: http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/4328/bomb-threat/

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Carroll County MD Commissioners plan to put resident troopers back in budget

Commissioners plan to put resident troopers back in budget

Keeping nine troopers this year would result in $400,000 surplus

By Charles Schelle Posted 5/14/10

— Kevin Dayhoff contributed to this story

http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/4325/troopers/

A discussion this past week about deferring the transition of nine resident Maryland State Police troopers to Sheriff's Office deputies turned into a political debate between Commissioners Julia Gouge and Michael Zimmer.

"You're strongly in favor of the sheriff, but don't mess it up by putting in this other crap," Gouge said to Zimmer during a heated back-and-forth at the commissioners' May 11 meeting.

In total, the county currently contracts 45 resident troopers to help patrol the county, in addition to Sheriff's Office deputies.

A Zimmer-initiated proposal would have moved to transfer nine resident trooper positions into the Sheriff's Office to save $400,000 in fiscal 2012.

But Gouge and Commissioner Dean Minnich gave county staff direction to keep the nine resident troopers in this year's proposed county budget, based on an offer by state police to reduce its contract cost to the county -- an offer that would save $400,000 in the county's proposed fiscal 2011 budget.

Zimmer fought the move, wanting instead to begin this year the phase-out of the troopers and a gradual hiring of additional Sheriff's Office deputies to take their place.

Two work sessions on the issue, on May 11 and May 13, included heated exchanges between Gouge and Zimmer.

Read the entire article here: http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/4325/troopers/

Carroll County MD Commissioners plan to put resident troopers back in budget

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Thursday, April 22, 2010

Carroll County MD Correctional Employees” Week Sunday May 2 – Saturday May 10, 2010

“Carroll County Correctional Employees” Week Sunday May 2 – Saturday May 10, 2010”

TOURS

On Saturday, May 10, 2010 the Carroll County Detention Center will be hosting an Open House for the general public between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. The Open House will include tours of the facility as well as light refreshments. This Open House is in conjunction with National Correctional Officer’s Week. National Correctional Officer’s Week is intended to recognize the many accomplishments of correctional officers and correctional employees. Tours will be limited to those persons eighteen-years-of-age and older with valid picture identification. The Detention Center reserves the right to deny anyone the opportunity to tour the facility.

CORRECTIONAL OFFICER AND

CORRECTIONAL EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

We are proud to announce that DFC Kristy M. Kirk has been selected as the 2009 Correctional Officer of the Year for the Carroll County Detention Center. Officer Kirk has been employed with the Carroll County Detention Center since May 11, 2000 and is currently assigned to the Transportation Unit.
Officer Kirk is one of the senior officers assigned to the Transportation Unit. She has been identified by her supervisors as regularly performing duties beyond what is expected of her. She fills in for Home Detention when called upon, collects, and records work release funds as needed.

She often volunteers to assist with other aspects of the operation between transports. She is a hard working professional and is very knowledgeable about every aspect of her position. Kristy has a very friendly personality and is recognized by her peers as a team leader. Her superior efforts are to be commended and are worthy of this special recognition.

We are equally proud to announce that Correctional Specialist I Raymond Smith has been selected as the Carroll County Detention Center Civilian Employee of the Year for 2009. Ray has been employed with the Carroll County Detention Center since December 14, 2006 and is assigned to the Offender Diversion Unit within the Alternative Programs Bureau.

Ray has been described by his supervisors as always seeking to improve the processes being used within the Offender Diversion Unit. He is instrumental in examining how parole hearings are scheduled and has helped to streamline the process. The process now provides for quicker turn around time for parole hearings thereby helping to reduce the inmate population within the Carroll County detention Center. Ray is a seasoned professional and maintains a calm and confident attitude even under the most adverse working conditions. His efforts are to be commended and are worthy of special recognition.

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Monday, November 16, 2009

Fallen hero Marine Charles I Cartwright honored

Remembering a fighter, warrior ... and community man

Hundreds attend Cartwright memorial in Union Bridge

By Kevin Dayhoff, Posted at http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/3636/cartwright%20funeral/ 11/16/09

Picture 1 and 2 (Enlarge) A member of the Maryland Patriot Guard salutes as a Marine Corps Honor Guard carries the casket for Staff Sergeant Charles I. Cartwright who died Nov. 7 while serving in Afghanistan at funeral services Monday morning. (Photo by Kevin Dayhoff) Click here for a larger image: http://twitpic.com/pu4hq

More than 500 people crowded into the social hall at the Union Bridge fire station today to pay respects to Staff Sergeant Charles Isaac Cartwright, 26, of Union Bridge, who died Nov. 7 while supporting combat operations in Farah province, Afghanistan.

Cartwright was assigned as a member of Marine Special Operations Company A, serving his fifth overseas tour, three in Iraq and one previously in Afghanistan.

Read the rest of my article here: Remembering a fighter, warrior ... and community man Hundreds attend Cartwright memorial in Union Bridge
http://www.explorecarroll.com/news/3636/cartwright%20funeral/

@CarrollEagle Funeral for a fallen hero Marine Charles I Cartwright http://tinyurl.com/yj3v9nm

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20091116 SCE Remembering a fighter warrior sceked Carroll Co Dist Union Bridge, Fire CC 08 Union Bridge, Iraq War, Military Fallen Hero, Military Marines, Police Carroll Co Sheriff's Dept, World Middle East Afghanistan

RIP Sgt Charles I Cartwright 26 Union Bridge Md (Related http://tinyurl.com/ygk4wet) http://tinyurl.com/ya7mr5c http://twitpic.com/p3hij

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Sunday, October 25, 2009

My recent stories in Explore Carroll

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Officials may face sharp critics, but in 1946 it was real knives
Published October 25, 2009 by Carroll Eagle
... ..." If you ask me, it's refreshing to hear an elected official level with you and tell it like it is. When he's not under a pile of rocks, Kevin Dayhoff may be reached at kevindayhoff AT gmail.com or visit him at http://www.westminstermarylandonline.net/. ...

Schaum weaves a creative display at Westminster's Off Track Art
Published October 21, 2009 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle
... In addition to displaying her work at Off Track Studio, Schaum will also join other artists on the Carroll County Artisans Studio Tour this coming December 5 and 6. For more information go to: www.ccartists.com/index.html. — submitted by Kevin Dayhoff...

DAYHOFF: Honoring the 'Hell Drivers of Taneytown,' in 1948 and today
Published October 18, 2009 by Carroll Eagle
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Community mourns the loss of photographer Charlie Magee
Published October 17, 2009 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle
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ARCHIVE: Guy Babylon made world class music, but never really left Carroll
Published October 11, 2009 by Carroll Eagle
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Westminster city clerk dies
Published October 9, 2009 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle
Westminster and Carroll County officials are mourning the loss of City Clerk Laurell Taylor, who died at her home Thursday morning. “She was a very dedicated city employee,” Mayor Kevin Utz said in an interview with The Eagle. “She did everything asked of her ... ...

Budget woes dominate Westminster council meeting
Published October 5, 2009 by Westminster Eagle
The meeting of the Westminster mayor and Common Council last on Sept. 28 began with plenty of smiles, but the mood quickly turned somber as a discussion on budget woes dominated the balance of the evening.Mayor Kevin Utz conducted a public hearing on the ... ...

Truman on television and German POWs on the farm
Published October 4, 2009 by Carroll Eagle
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DAYHOFF: Dedication of fire hall in 1899 was a hot time in Manchester
Published September 27, 2009 by Carroll Eagle
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DAYHOFF: Silver Run is rich in history, yet still a real hometown
Published September 20, 2009 by Carroll Eagle, Westminster Eagle
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Carroll County Sheriff’s Dept: Fleeing Motorcyclist dies at Shock Trauma

“Fleeing Motorcyclist dies at Shock Trauma after striking oncoming vehicle”

Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland October 19, 2009 ---- At approximately 9:15 am, Corporal Mario DeVivio was patrolling in a marked sheriff’s car on Route 97 when a 2004 Yamaha Motorcycle, displaying registration plates belonging to another motorcycle, turned from Magna Way onto Northbound Route 97 in front of his car. As the Deputy signaled the motorcycle to stop, it fled a short distance reaching a speed in excess of 60mph, and turned Westbound onto Pleasant Valley Road where it disappeared from the deputy’s sight.

Attempting to relocate it, the deputy discovered the motorcycle had traveled approximately a quarter mile on Pleasant Valley Road before it crossed the centerline in a curve and struck an oncoming Ford Fusion, head-on. The motorcyclist, who was later identified as Edward Nicholas Dill aged 28 of Westminster, was thrown approximately 20 yards beyond the vehicle. The impact knocked Dill’s helmet loose, and he sustained abrasions to his arms, legs and hips. Alert and conscious at the scene, Dill struggled with paramedics as they attempted to treat him.

Dill was flown by Maryland State Police MedEvac to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center, where he expired early this afternoon. The driver of the Ford Fusion was transported to Carroll Hospital Center as a precaution and later released. During the investigation, it was learned that the motorcycle had been reported stolen by the Penn Township, Pennsylvania Police Department on September 17th of this year.

Sheriff’s Office Traffic Collision Reconstructionists, assisted by investigators from the Maryland State Police CRASH Team are conducting a detailed investigation of the accident, which could take several weeks. Anyone that may have witnessed the collision is asked to contact Sergeant Mike Zepp at 410-386-2900, or mzepp@ccg.carr.org

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Sunday, October 04, 2009

“Homeless man recovering at Shock Trauma following assault”

http://twitpic.com/k7wyj Westminster MD: One arrested - Homeless man recovering at Shock Trauma http://tinyurl.com/y9s2nf2

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Carroll County Sheriff’s Department: Homeless man recovering at Shock Trauma - Troy Thomas Haller aged 29 of no fixed address, arrested, charged… (All photos courtesy of the Carroll County Sheriff's Department...)

Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland, October 3, 2009 ---- At approximately 6:55p.m., Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputies and members of the Westminster Volunteer Fire Company responded to the railroad tracks along Route 27 beneath the Route 140 overpass for a report of an injured person.

Arriving deputies found a group of apparently intoxicated homeless persons at a makeshift campsite approximately 75 yards from the roadway.

Among them was a semiconscious middle aged man lying atop a pile of garbage below an eight foot tall retaining wall at the site, he was later identified as George Herbert Smith Jr. of no fixed address.

Suffering from severe head and facial injuries, paramedics transported Smith to a nearby landing site where he was flown to the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center for treatment.

Smith remains in serious but stable condition.

During their investigation, deputies learned that Smith had been laying atop the retaining wall when Troy Thomas Haller aged 29 of no fixed address began punching Smith in the head and face approximately 9 times, before kicking him in the ribs until Smith fell from the wall.

Witnesses reported the attack was unprovoked.

Consequently, Haller was arrested and transported to Carroll County Central Booking where he was charged with the following criminal law violations:

· First Degree Assault
· Second Degree Assault
· Reckless Endangerment
· Disorderly Intoxication

Haller is currently awaiting a bail review before the District Court Commissioner.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Detective Stem of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office at 410-386-2900. The investigation continues…

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Saturday, August 29, 2009

One Pinhead arrested after heavy rains and flooding close several Carroll Co MD Roads

Okay. Of course, everyone is innocent until they are proven guilty. There are always two sides – or more – to every story. However, until, I hear otherwise, this guy is probably a pinhead. You decide.

One motorist rescued One Pinhead arrested after heavy rains and flooding close several Carroll County MD Roads

Major Phil Kasten
Carroll County Sheriff’s Office
100 North Court Street
Westminster, MD 21157
410-386-2759

2nd Assistant Chief Bobby Sterner
Lineboro Volunteer Fire Department
4200Main Street
Lineboro, MD 21102
410-374-2197

“Motorists rescued, one arrested after heavy rain and flooding close several roads”

Lineboro, Carroll County, Maryland, August 29, 2009 ---- At approximately 8:00 p.m. heavy rains fell in North-East Carroll County, swelling streams and flooding several roads. Personnel from the Maryland State Highway Administration, Maryland State Police, Carroll County Public Works, Carroll County Sheriff’s Office and Manchester Police closed several roadways in and around the North Carroll area into the early morning.

At approximately 9:51 p.m., Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of flood waters that had risen above the guardrails along Church Street at the South Branch of Gunpowder Falls. Stopping traffic on the North side of the creek, a Deputy signaled an oncoming Ford Taurus approaching from the South side of the creek to stop, but the vehicle continued and drove into the water where it was swept from the roadway and carried approximately 75 yards down stream. Attempts to approach the vehicle were unsuccessful due to the depth and speed of the water.

Swift Water, Dive and Advanced Technical Rescue Teams from the Lineboro, Manchester, Gamber, Pleasant Hill and Glen Rock Fire Companies responded to assist. After coaxing him to the roof of his vehicle, rescue personnel were able to reach the driver and pull him to safety using rope lines. While speaking with the vehicle’s driver, who was identified as Prakah Rampatsingh, aged 45 from Hanover, Pennsylvania, Deputy 1st Class Ehrhart smelled the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage on the driver’s breath.

After further investigation, Rampatsingh was taken into custody and transported to Carroll County Central Booking, where he was charged by Deputy Ehrhart with the following Motor Vehicle Law violations:

· Disobeying order and direction of police officer
· Negligent Driving
· Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol

Rampatsingh is currently being held at the Carroll County Detention Center awaiting a bail review before the District Court Commissioner.

Just a few miles away from Church Street, Fire Rescue Crews performed a second water rescue of a motorist stranded in a pick-up truck on Grave Run Road at River Valley Ranch. In all cases, persons were treated at the scene and released by rescue personnel; there were no serious injuries. Before the night was over, approximately 15 Fire Rescue Units responded to the area, including teams from neighboring Baltimore County and Pennsylvania.

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Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Police Department officer killed in motorcycle accident

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Police Department officer killed in motorcycle accident

UPDATE: @CarrollEagle Westminster man who was a Metro officer, died today after Monday night motorcycle accident http://bit.ly/147SGs

Major Phil Kasten
Carroll County Sheriff’s Office
100 North Court Street
Westminster, MD 2157
410-386-2759

ADDITIONAL CONTACT:

Director Lisa Farbstein
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Police Department
600 5th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-962-1051

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

“Westminster motorcyclist killed after being struck by pick-up truck”

Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland, August 11, 2009 ---- At approximately 9:45 pm last evening Carroll County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to reports of a vehicle collision on Route 97 at Bartholow Road. Upon reaching the scene, deputies discovered a 2005 Harley Davidson Road King motorcycle laying on the roadway against the guardrail on the southbound shoulder of Route 97, its driver was being treated by paramedics from the Winfield Volunteer Fire Company.

Sheriff’s Office investigation revealed the motorcycle had been traveling North on Route 97 when it was struck by a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Pick-up Truck, which failed to yield the right-of-way as it crossed Route 97 Westbound on Bartholow Road.

The motorcycle’s operator, Dennis Michael Henley Jr. aged 32 of Westminster was transported by helicopter to York County Hospital and died early this morning as a result of his injuries.

The truck’s operator, George Chochos aged 49 of Westminster was released from the scene uninjured.

Alcohol is not considered a factor in this collision.

Henley, who is a Police Officer with the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, was returning home after attending a training class at the Maryland Police & Correctional Training Commission Facility in Sykesville. Sheriff’s Office Traffic Homicide Investigators are conducting a detailed investigation and reconstruction of the accident, which could take several weeks. Charges are pending the outcome of that investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident, or that may have witnessed the collision is asked to contact Corporal Mike Zepp of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office at 410-386-2900, or mzepp@ccg.carr.org. The Sheriff’s Office Investigation continues…

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20090811 DC Metro Transit Auth officer killed in motorcycle accident

@kevindayhoff RT @CarrollEagle Westminster man who was a Metro officer, died today after Monday night motorcycle accident http://bit.ly/147SGs

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Friday, June 12, 2009

“Deputy taken to Shock Trauma after being struck by oncoming vehicle”

“Deputy taken to Shock Trauma after being struck by oncoming vehicle”

Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland, June 11, 2009 ---- At approximately 8:35 pm, Deputy 1st Class Mark Devilbiss, a six-year veteran of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office was traveling Eastbound along Route 140 at the intersection of Route 31 when his patrol car was struck by a 1992 Chevrolet Blazer operated by Cindy Marie Angles, aged 42 of Union Bridge.

According to witness statements, Angles failed to stop for the flashing red signal as she turned the Chevrolet from Westbound Route 140 onto Route 31, striking the patrol car in the front driver’s side fender and door while crossing the eastbound lane.

The Deputy, who was responding to assist another law enforcement officer with the service of an arrest warrant, was conscious but had to be freed from his vehicle by members of the Westminster Fire Department.

He was transported by ambulance to the University of Maryland, Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center to treat several lacerations, and remains there for further evaluation.

Angles was transported to Carroll Hospital Center as a precaution. Investigators from the Westminster Police Department are conducting an investigation of the collision.

Charges are pending the outcome of that investigation.

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20090611 SDOSM Deputy taken to Shock Trauma after being struck

Kevin Dayhoff: http://www.westgov.net/ Westminster Maryland Online http://www.westminstermarylandonline.net/ http://kevindayhoffwestgov-net.blogspot.com/

Thursday, January 08, 2009

Carroll County Sheriff sets plan for New Year; includes alternative funding and furlough

“Sheriff sets plan for New Year; includes alternative funding and furlough”

Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland, January 7, 2009 ---- Sheriff Kenneth L. Tregoning is pleased to announce the law enforcement strategic priorities for 2009: “Promote Professional Development & Wellness; Implement New Technologies that Enhance Public Safety Communications & Information Sharing; Promote Service Excellence through Maintenance of [Accreditation] Standards; and, Increase Outreach Efforts.”

As with any organization the establishment of new goals is not the challenge, rather it’s their execution - an increasingly difficult task in a declining economy. In considering Governor Martin O’Malley’s December appeal to elected leaders, Sheriff Tregoning submitted a five (5) day furlough plan to the County Comptroller’s Office this past month, thereby returning the 2% salary increase legislated for his position this year.

With local government freezing employee Career Ladder Promotions this past summer in response to falling revenue projections, Sheriff Tregoning said, “I can not justify accepting a salary increase when my employees aren’t receiving theirs.” Likewise Sheriff Tregoning trimmed several projects from the coming year’s budget before submitting it to the Commissioner’s Budget Office for approval, including funding for transitioning deputies to a different model handgun and non-mandated training programs.

However, to insure that employee safety, professionalism and public service are not compromised by funding shortfalls, the office has established “Professional Development & Wellness” as its top priority. With the lowest rate of disability, death and retirement benefits among Maryland’s Sheriff’s Offices, funds for the evaluation of those programs are included as a budget item. Further, the office plans to expand its partnerships with public safety advocacy groups such as the Law Enforcement Employees & Families Association, and the Concerns of Police Survivors.

Additionally, the office will increase its pursuit of grants and scholarships from professional organizations to fund additional training and equipment needs. In fact, the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office was recently notified by the Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention that it had been awarded more than $27,000 towards the agency’s goal of establishing “Public Safety Communications & Information Sharing”, or interoperability.

Contrary to the declining economy, the demand for police services continues to increase, including the incidents of identity theft, computer crimes and fraud. These crimes are costly to the victims, many of whom are seniors on a fixed income. For law enforcement, the investigations are labor intensive as they require expensive technology and extensive collaboration with criminal justice agencies abroad. The Sheriff’s Office will continue to partner with local and state government to expand the use of the use of technology to enhance investigative solvability and operational efficiency.

Likewise, the county’s population continues to increase in both size and diversity – leading the Sheriff’s Office to “Increase Outreach Efforts” not only to share resources with our government and public safety partners, but to define the community’s changing needs and align Office resources to communicate with new cultures, prevent emerging crime trends and close existing cases.

In as much, the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office takes seriously our obligation to provide quality service in a fiscally responsible manner. Until the full impact of budget shortfalls are known, the Sheriff’s Office will continue the cost saving measures implemented this past year, including restrictions on fuel consumption, off-duty vehicle usage and participation in the county’s car wash program. Embracing the challenges that lie ahead, we look towards the continued innovation of our staff and ever expanding partnerships to secure public safety.

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20090107 Carroll County Sheriff sets plan for New Year

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Westminster Police Department Carroll County Sheriff’s Office Holiday Joint Patrol and safety tips Media Release 2008

Westminster Police Department Carroll County Sheriff’s Office Holiday Joint Patrol and safety tips Media Release 2008

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT
36 LOCUST STREET
WESTMINSTER, MD 21157
410-848-4646

JEFFREY SPAULDING CHIEF OF POLICE

IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 26, 2008

MEDIA CONTACTS

Captain Gerry Frischkorn
Administrative Bureau
Westminster Police Department
36 Locust Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157
(410) 848-1638

Captain Vince Maas
Carroll County Sheriff’s Office
100 N. Court Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157
(410) 386-2900

The Westminster Police Department and the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office will institute a joint special patrol detail for the upcoming holiday season. This detail has several purposes:

To provide an enhanced police presence in commercial areas to serve as a deterrent to robberies, shoplifting, thefts and associated crimes;

To provide a swift response to calls for service in these areas and to assist Patrol in handling the increased activity during this time of year;

To provide for enhanced enforcement of all traffic laws. Particular attention will be focused on impaired driving violations, speed violations, and occupant protections laws.

Enjoy The Holiday Bustle - But Be Aware

The end-of-year holiday season - with all its hustle and bustle - is fast approaching. With all the distractions and activity, we sometimes forget the basics for maximizing our safety on the streets and at home.

By staying alert and following a few common sense crime prevention tips, you can ensure a holiday season that is both happy and safe. A primary factor in crime prevention is being aware of our surroundings and potential areas of danger - thereby closing the criminal's keyhole of opportunity.

Outside of the mall or shopping area, stick to well-lit, well-traveled streets, walkways and parking areas - for both walking and parking.

Don't flash large amounts of cash or offer tempting targets for theft such as expensive jewelry or clothing.

Carry a purse or shoulder bag close to your body, not dangling by straps. Put a wallet in an inside pocket of your coat or front pants pocket.

Don't fumble for house or car keys. Have them in your hand, ready to use when you reach the car door.

The Westminster Police Department and the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office hope that by being aware and keeping these few tips in mind, crime won't take a toll on your holidays!

WESTMINSTER POLICE DEPARTMENT TIPS LINE—- (410) 857-8477

20081126 SDOSM WPD CCSO Holiday Joint Patrol Media Release 2008

Saturday, October 04, 2008

Carroll County Sheriff’s Department: “Hampstead burglar confronted by resident; arrested”

Hampstead, Carroll County, Maryland, August 4, 2008 ---- Anthony Scott Busick aged 19 of Hampstead was arrested this afternoon by Sheriff’s Deputies for burglarizing a home on Upper Becklysville Road just outside the Town of Hampstead. At approximately 11:00 am, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report from a resident at the home, who was awakened by loud “banging”. As the resident left his room to investigate, he encountered Busick, who apparently became frightened and fled the residence on foot.

During their investigation, sheriff’s deputies discovered that Busick had disabled the telephone line on the exterior of the home, before “kick[ing] open” the rear door. A witness identified Busick, who was located and arrested without incident at his home in Hampstead. Consequently, Busick was charged with several Criminal Law violations, including:

· First Degree Burglary
· Third Degree Burglary
· Fourth Degree Burglary
· Malicious Destruction of Property

Busick is currently being held at the Carroll County Detention Center while awaiting a bail review hearing before the District Court Commissioner.

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20081004 Hampstead burglar confronted by resident arrested

Thursday, September 25, 2008

“Carroll law enforcement searching for rapist”

“Carroll law enforcement searching for rapist”

Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland, September 25, 2008 ---- The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate and arrest Vincente Gomora Bastida, aged 25 of Uniontown Road in Westminster.

A warrant has been issued for Bastida charging him with 2nd Degree Rape and Assault against an adult relative early Tuesday morning in her Westminster home.

A second warrant charging Bastida for failing to appear in court in a previous case is on file with the Westminster Police.

Vincente Gomora Bastida’s last known address is 440 Uniontown Road Westminster, and he is known to frequent Westminster’s Middle Grove Court and South Center Street Area.

Bastida is a latino male, born on February 18, 1983. With black hair and brown eyes, he is 5-4” tall, weighs approximately 150 pounds, and may use the alias Pablo Gomora Colin, or Louis Contreas.

Police recovered Bastida’s red Jeep Cherokee yesterday abandoned on West Main Street and believe he may still be in the Westminster area.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Sergeant Jay Prise at 410-386-2900, or the Sheriff’s Office toll free anonymous TIPS Hotline at 1-888-399-TIPP (8477).

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20080925 Carroll law enforcement searching for rapist