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Tragedy and Heroes
Tom Coughenour was a police officer for many years in Caroline County, so when he saw a toddler in nothing but a diaper standing in the road at the intersection of Main Street and Central Avenue, he was immediately in public safety mode. A statement from the Federalsburg Police Department on Monday said Mr. Coughenour rescued the 2-year-old child, who was already shivering and a few minutes away from real trouble.
He knocked on a few doors, finding no one home. He then came right to the FPD. The frantic parents were located and the investigation continues.
“But without Tom’s quick action, this could have ended horribly,” the statement said. “He didn’t just call it in and say something, he took action and did something. A little boy may just have a chance to grow up because someone cared. For all of you ‘Toms’ out there...you are making a difference!”
Assault
On March 18 at approximately 7:25 p.m., Cambridge Police responded to the 600 block of Carlton Court regarding a disturbance. Upon officers’ arrival, they noticed a large crowd yelling and pointing at a burgundy-colored vehicle that appeared to have struck two other vehicles, a report from the Cambridge Police Department said.
Investigation revealed that after a verbal argument, the suspect, identified as a 20-year-old Cambridge man, got into his vehicle and then drove directly at three other subjects. The three subjects were able to jump out of the way before being hit by the vehicle the man was driving, which then slammed into two parked vehicles.
When officers contacted the man, he was still inside the vehicle and refused to get out. Officers had to force entry into the vehicle and physically remove him.
Noah I. Dorvilier was charged with three counts of first- and second-degree assault, three counts of reckless endangerment, failing to obey a lawful order, and resisting arrest. He is currently being in held in the Dorchester County Detention Center on no bond. The victims were not injured.
Teen charged as adult with
cocaine, firearm violations
On March 12, 2021 members of the Dorchester County Narcotics Task Force which consists of detectives from the Maryland State Police, Homeland Security Investigations, Dorchester County Sheriff’s Office, Dorchester County States Attorney’s Office and the Hurlock Police executed a Search & Seizure Warrant at a home on Shiloh Church Road, Hurlock.
The target of the investigation was a 17-year-old resident, who was located in the home. A search revealed 52.3 grams of a heroin/fentanyl mix contained in waxed, folded paper, 7.1 grams of crack cocaine individually packaged, a digital scale, a .380-caliber semi-automatic pistol, assorted ammunition, three cell phones and $1,160 in U.S. currency.
The suspect was waived by juvenile authorities. Jacquez Rashi Creighton Reed was charged as an adult with drug and handgun charges, and ordered held without bond. The Dorchester County Task Force was assisted by members of the Md. State Police and the Dorchester Co. Sheriff’s Office. The Dorchester Co. Narcotics Task Force is partially funded by the Capital Area H.I.D.T.A. initiative.
Legion Post 70 honors
Det. Reibly
On March 17, the American Legion Post 70 recognized first responders for their outstanding work and dedication to the communities that they serve. Lt. George Paugh, III was on hand to read the synopsis of the quality work that was performed by Easton Police Department Det. Justin Reibly.
Det. Reibly lead in almost all statistical categories. A statement from the police department said, “He was responsible for seizing a large amount of crack cocaine and $21,000.
He also solved numerous crimes and made the most criminal and drug arrest in the department. His level of commitment and dedication is greatly appreciated. He was honored to be awarded Law Enforcement Officer of the Year by the American Legion.”
Centreville PD warns of scams
There has been a recent spike in telephone and internet scams in Queen Anne’s County, and in the Town of Centreville. Examples of these types of specific scams are listed below. “Please recognize these scam attempts and shut them down before they steal again!” a statement from the town’s Police Chief Joe Saboury said last week.
1. Power Company - Be aware of suspicious calls from the power company claiming that technicians are on their way to your house to cut the power unless you provide credit card payment over the telephone. “This actually happened to me,” the chief’s statement said. “I told the caller that I would look forward to meeting the technician at my door. They never showed.” Scam!
2. Drugs at the border - You’ll get a call stating that a car was stopped at the US border and drugs were seized with your name on them. The only way that you won’t face charges is by sending credit card or gift cards. Scam!
3. The DEA wants you! - Calls and notifies you that you have a warrant and the only way you can settle this without being arrested is by sending Amazon, iTunes, or Target gift cards. Scam! Police don’t take payments over the telephone.
4. COVID Relief - We could all use a little relief from this pandemic, but please don’t provide credit card information or gift cards to unknown callers who claim to be with a COVID relief group.
5. Amazon, E-Bay or Craigslist - The scammer will call or text telling you that there is something wrong with your account or “recent purchase” that you’ve made to their company. Three minutes in to the phone call they will ask for credit card or gift cards to help remedy the issue. Scam!
6. Looking for “Change” - CoinStar scam. Caller or text will tell you that you are eligible to receive a lump sum of cash through a COVID relief program. All you need to do is provide a few transactions through your local CoinStar machine in the amount of several thousand dollars to be eligible. Not quite the relief that you were hoping for. Scam!
The bottom line - If it seems suspicious, it is.
• If you haven’t traveled to Mexico recently with a car load of drugs, it’s a scam.
• If you are current on your electric bill, it’s a scam.
• If you aren’t a Centreville area drug kingpin and running from the law, the DEA doesn’t want you. It’s a scam.
• If you’ve made no recent purchases on Amazon, E-Bay, Craigslist, or other website, and the caller can’t give you specific information on the purchase it’s probably a scam.
Protect your families, and investments. Report scams to your local police. Report scams to your local police department. Visit usa.gov/stop-scams-frauds.
Denton man charged in
vehicle fire
An investigation into a vehicle fire at Kibler Road and Plummers Lane in Greensboro has led to the arrest of a 33-year-old Denton man. The Greensboro Volunteer Fire Company and Caroline County Sheriff’s Office responded to the fire in the early morning hours of Dec. 13, 2020, which completely destroyed a 2014 Ford Focus valued at approximately $8,000.
Further investigation by the State Fire Marshal’s Office revealed the man was operating the vehicle without a valid driver’s license when he was involved in a single vehicle collision, which subsequently caused damage to the vehicle.
Due to the extent of the damage and a suspended driver’s license, the man intentionally set fire to the vehicle as a form of concealment, a statement from the sheriff’s office said.
Nicholas Conner was charged with Arson, Second Degree and Malicious Burning, First Degree. He was served with a Criminal Summons at his residence without incident. If found guilty, Conner could face up to 25 years imprisonment and/or $35,000 in fines.
Easton car fire
At 3:31 a.m. on March 18, crews from the Easton Volunteer Fire Department responded to Pippin Farms Apartments at 10 Village St. in Easton, for a vehicle fire. The Volkswagen sedan, owned by Brian Akinfe, sustained $20,000 in damage.
The Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal is investigating the incident. Anyone with information regarding this fire is asked to contact the Upper Eastern Regional Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal at 410-822-7609.
