On May 15, 2008, the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office SERT (Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team) Team deputies executed a search warrant at the Ruther Glen, Howard Johnson’s Hotel. The investigation continued which led the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Deputies and Investigators to a second hotel. As a result, multiple arrests were made.
According to Sheriff A. A. “Tony” Lippa, Jr., “This investigation started when we received information from concerned citizens about illegal drugs being sold from a room located at the Howard Johnson’s. Investigators and Deputies simultaneously executed a search warrant at the Howard Johnson’s, later conducted a traffic stop of a second suspect and made contact with a third suspect in the Ruther Glen Super 8 Motel.”
As a result of the search of the Howard Johnson’s Hotel room, Investigators found a baggie containing what appeared to be powdered cocaine lying on top of a container of baby formula which was meant for a ten month old child that was also living in the room. The occupants of the room were identified as Corey Tillman, 39, and Iisha Crichlow, 24, both of Ruther Glen. Tillman was charged with distribution of cocaine and possession of cocaine. Crichlow was charged with felony child neglect.
The third suspect, identified as Tyrone Baylor, 38, of Dawn was charged with possession of cocaine after the Caroline Deputies conducted a traffic stop of his vehicle.
The fourth suspect in the investigation was identified as Adam Butler, 23, of Dawn. During a search of Butler’s vehicle and hotel room at the Super 8 Motel, Investigators recovered a semi-automatic handgun and suspected cocaine. Butler was charged with distribution of cocaine, possession of cocaine, possessing a firearm while possessing cocaine and child neglect.
Sheriff Lippa further stated “This investigation was a success because of the citizens of Caroline County who provide information and assistance to the Caroline Sheriff’s Office. I want to thank those who call us with information and encourage all citizens to continue to help their Sheriff’s Office in our fight against crime.”
Tyrone Baylor
Adam Butler
Iisha Crichlow
Corey Tillman
Category: Caroline County Sheriff’s Office
Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending May 17, 2008
From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending May 17, 2008:
On May 10, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge responded to an assault call at a business in Ladysmith. After investigating, Jesus R. Rodriguez, 55, of Providence, RI was charged with domestic assault. He was ordered held under a $2500 bond and a court date of May 15, 2008 was set.
On May 11, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Michael L. Call, 18, of Ruther glen was charged with driving under the influence. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of June 13, 2008 was set.
On May 12, 2008, Deputy T. J. Ketchem responded to a domestic in Rappahannock Academy. After investigating, David A. Brooks, 34, of Rappahannock Academy was charged with domestic assault. He was ordered held on a $1500 bond and a court date of May 13, 2008 was set.
On May 12, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge encountered a motorist on I-95. After investigating, Kathleen M. Spalding, 36, of Villas, NJ was charged with driving under the influence. She was ordered held under a $1500 bond and a court date of May 14, 2008 was set.
On May 13, 2008, Deputy C. M. Hall encountered a subject on the grounds of the high school. After investigating, a juvenile was charged with destruction of property and underage possession of alcohol. He was released to his parents.
On May 13, 2008, Deputy J. K. Miller responded to a domestic in Bowling Green. After investigating, Jerry L. Smith, 48, of Bowling Green was charged with being drunk in public. He was released when sober and a court date of July 25, 2008 was set.
On May 13, 2008, Sergeant R. L. Hixson responded to a report of an assault. After investigating, Michael V. White, 26, of Woodford was charged with domestic assault and resisting arrest. White was ordered held for psychiatric evaluation and court information was unavailable.
On May 13, 2008, Deputy F. L. Brennan responded to a domestic in Ruther Glen. After investigating, Konyar D. Coates, 29, of Ruther Glen was charged with domestic assault. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 20, 2008 was set.
On May 15, 2008, Deputy R. J. Anderson responded to a fight call in Ruther Glen. After investigating, Bobby R. Wright, 18, of Ruther glen was charged with malicious wounding. He was ordered held without bond and a court date of May 16, 2008 was set.
On May 15, 2008, Deputy J. K. Miller and Sergeant S. L. Cary responded to a domestic in Woodford. After investigating, Christopher G. Simpson, 23, of Woodford was charged with domestic assault. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 20, 2008 was set.
On May 16, 2008, Deputy P. E. Ford stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, George A. Sampson, 50, of Ruther Glen was charged with driving under the influence of drugs. He was ordered held under a $3500 bond and a court date of May 21, 2008 was set.
On May 17, 2008, Deputy C. A. Heywood received a report of a larceny. After investigating, Carrie Sue Duke, 30, of Bowling Green was charged with 3 counts of forgery, 3 counts of uttering, 3 counts of identity theft, and 4 counts of larceny. She was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 27, 2008 was set.
On May 17, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Mekel L. Grant, 29, of Milford was charged with driving under the influence and failing to submit to a breath test. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 23, 2008 was set.
On May 17, 2008, Deputy P.E. Ford Miller responded to a domestic in Ruther Glen. After investigating, Cheri Sullivan, 26, of Ruther Glen was charged with domestic assault. She was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of July 23, 2008 was set.
Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up
According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 9 drug arrests, 4 driving under the influence arrests, 12 domestic violence arrests, and 126 other criminal arrests during the past week. The deputies served 177 civil papers, issued 147 traffic summonses, handled 6 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 45 alarm calls, and dealt with 8 juvenile offenders. The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 553 calls for service and handled 1,212 telephone inquiries. The CCSO also logged 32 calls assisting outside agencies and had 158 self initiated calls.
The Sheriff’s Office will continue to operate Selective Enforcement in the following areas, Belmont subdivision, Carmel Church intersection Rogers Clark with Ruther Glen Rd. (Rt. 207 & Rt. 652), Ladysmith Village, Lake Caroline, Lake Land Or, Port Royal, Rt. 30
May 6, 2008 Caroline County news roundup
A Ruther Glen man was charged with rape and sodomy last week after his daughter, a Caroline High School student, reported that she had been abused by her father.
The 42-year-old man, who is not being named to protect the identity of the victim, was arrested April 28 after an employee at the high school told Deputy G.W. Honeycutt, the school’s resource officer, about the reported abuse, said Miles Turner of the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office.
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Her father is charged with rape and two counts of sodomy, as well as misdemeanor contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
Beverly L. Gage, 53, of Woodford died Sunday, May 4, 2008, at her home.
She was the widow of Donald Gage and had been active in fire and rescue for the last 15 years as an EMT and dispatcher.
Survivors include her daughters, Peggy, Dona and Jayme Gage of Caroline County and Kathryn Gage of Hampton; her stepson, Donald Gage Jr. of Maine; four sisters, Jacqueline Sites and Kathy Whitaker of Springfield, Barbara Kelley of Arlington and Karen Fox of Boston; her brother, Mark Giles of Ruther Glen; and five grandchildren.
Mrs. Gage will be cremated. Her family will receive friends at Storke Funeral Home, Bowling Green, Thursday, May 8, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Sign register book online at storkefuneralhome.com.
Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending May 3, 2008
From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending May 3, 2008:
On April 28, 2008, Deputy G. W. Honeycutt was made aware by staff at Caroline High School of a possible sexual assault that occurred in a residence in Ruther Glen. Honeycutt notified Investigator S. L. Call. After investigating, a 42 year old male was charged with rape, 2 counts of sodomy and contributing to the delinquency of a minor. The male, who was a parent of the victim, was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of April 29, 2008 was set.
On April 28, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard responded to a fight in Woodford. After investigating, Betty V. White, 45, of Woodford was charged with 2 counts of assault. She was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 7, 2008 was set.
On April 28, 2008, Deputy C. S. Overman responded to a domestic in Frog Level. After investigating, Ellen R. Nash, 40, of Frog Level was charged with domestic assault. She was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 1, 2008 was set.
On April 29, 2008 Deputy T. P. Connolly responded to a domestic in Bowling Green. After investigating, Randall W. Woody, 44, of Bowling Green was charged with being drunk in public. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 16, 2008 was set.
On April 30, 2008, Deputy P. E. Ford responded to a reported larceny in Dawn. After investigating, Carl E. Brown, Jr. 20, of Dawn was charged with possession of a controlled substance. He was ordered held on a $2500 bond and a court date of May 7, 2008 was set.
On April 30, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Jesus I. Tejada, 51, of Ruther Glen was charged with driving under the influence and refusal to submit to a breath test. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 16, 2008 was set.
On May 1, 2008, Deputy April 24, 2008, W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Eveline M. Terrell, 49, of Dawn was charged with driving under the influence and possession of cocaine. She was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 16, 2008 was set.
On May 2, 2008, Investigator M. M. Ellett placed additional charges against Antoine T. Johnson, 18, of no fixed address. After a follow up investigation, Johnson was charged with grand larceny and selling a firearm to a minor. He was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of May 9, 2008 was set.
On May 2, 2008, Deputy C. A. Heywood responded to a domestic in Port Royal. After investigating, Thomas A. Herritt, 28, of Port Royal was charged with domestic assault. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 6, 2008 was set.
On May 3, 2008, Deputy P. E. Ford responded to a break-in located in Bowling Green. After investigating, Carol R. Queen, 48, of Bowling Green was charged with breaking and entering and assault and battery. He was ordered held on a $2500 bond and a court date of May 7, 2008 was set.
On May 3, 2008, Deputy C. A. Heywood observed a person trespassing in Port Royal. After investigating, Theodore R. Lee, 48, of Port Royal was charged with being drunk in public. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of June 11, 2008 was set.
Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up
According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 4 drug arrests, 2 DUI arrests, 6 domestic violence arrests and 60 other criminal arrests during the past week. The deputies served 190 civil papers, issued 349 traffic summonses, handled 13 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 34 alarm calls, and dealt with 10 juvenile offenders. The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 528 calls for service and handled 1,694 telephone inquiries. The CCSO also logged 32 calls assisting outside agencies and had 207 self initiated calls.
Your Sheriff’s Office will be operating Selective Enforcement in the following areas, Belmont subdivision, Carmel Church intersection Rogers Clark with Ruther Glen Rd. (Rt. 207 & Rt. 652), Ladysmith Village, Lake Caroline, Lake Land Or, Port Royal, Rt. 30.
Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending April 26, 2008
From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending April 26, 2008:
On April 21, 2008 Deputy J. K. Miller responded to a business in Bowling Green for a reported employee retail theft. After investigating, Gregory T. Wright, 18, of Bowling Green was charged with shoplifting. He was ordered held under a $1500 bond and a court date of April 23, 2008 was set.
On April 21, 2008, Deputy P. E. Ford responded to a residence in Ruther Glen for a 911 hang up call. After investigating, Olivia T. Gray, 40, of Ruther Glen was charged with being drunk in public. She was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 28, 2008 was set.
On April 23, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge responded to a report of shoplifting. After investigating, Cynthia K. Sanson, 42, of Ruther Glen was charged with felony shoplifting – 3rd offense and possession of a controlled substance. She was ordered held without bond and court information was not available.
On April 24, 2008, Deputy C. S. Overman responded to a business in Ladysmith for a report of shoplifting. After investigating, April L. Watkins, 30, of King George was charged with shoplifting. She was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 2, 2008 was set.
On April 25, 2008, Deputy M. J. O’Connor stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Sherwood M. Fountain, 49, of Ruther Glen was charged with felony habitual offender – 2nd offense, driving under the influence – 2nd offense in 10 years and refusing to submit to a breath test – 3rd offense. He was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of April 25, 2008 was set.
On April 25, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard stopped a vehicle in Dawn for a traffic violation. After investigating, Jason B. Hurlbert, 387, of Hanover was charged with driving under the influence. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of May 7, 2008 was set.
On April 25, 2008, Deputy J. K. Miller stopped a vehicle in Carmel Church for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Lloyd Fegans, Jr., 48, of Bowie, MD was charged with driving under the influence and refusing to submit to a breath test. He was ordered held under a $1500 bond and a court date of May 2, 2008 was set.
On April 25, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge responded to a domestic in Port Royal. After investigating, Karissa Johnson, 24 and Larry Charity, 21, both of Port Royal were charged with domestic assault. Both were released on personal recognizance bonds and court dates of May 2, 2008 were set for both.
On April 25, 2008, Sergeant K. W. Mundy stopped a vehicle that had been reported taken without the consent of the owner. After investigating, Anthony L. Monroe, 23, of Ruther glen was charged with unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, driving on a suspended license and 3 counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. He was ordered held under a $4000 bond and a court date of May 6, 2008 was set.
On April 26, 2008, Investigator R. D. Cable served indictments charging Bret A. Bowling, 23, of Ruther Glen with 2 counts of distribution of cocaine and conspiracy to distribute cocaine. Bowling was ordered held without bond and court information was unavailable.
On April 26, 2008, Deputy D. W. Mundie responded to a suspicious vehicle in Ladysmith. After investigating, Hunter K. Lyng, 27, of Richmond was charged with possession of marijuana. He was released on a summons and a court date of May 7, 2008 was set.
Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up
According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 5 drug arrests, 3 driving under the influence arrest, 9 domestic violence arrests, and 53 other criminal arrests during the past week. The deputies served 203 civil papers, issued 212 traffic summonses, handled 7 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 36 alarm calls, and dealt with 11 juvenile offenders. The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 451 calls for service and handled 1,785 telephone inquiries. The CCSO also logged 32 calls assisting outside agencies and had 238 self initiated calls.
Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending April 19, 2008
From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending April 19, 2008:
On April 13, 2008, Deputy T. P. Connolly stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Andrew K. Baker, 27, of Ruther Glen was charged with driving under the influence. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and an arraignment date of April 16, 2008 was set.
On April 13, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge responded to a domestic in Woodford. After investigating, John D. Kearns, 41, of Woodford was charged with 2 counts of domestic assault. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of April 17, 2008 was set.
On April 14, 2008, Deputy J. K. Miller responded to a complaint of illegal dumping in Milford. After investigating, Delontae M. Coleman, 20, of Bowling Green was charged on a summons with illegal dumping on private property. His court date is July 25, 2008.
On April 15, 2008, Deputy F. L. Brennan and P. E. Ford responded to a disturbance in Carmel Church. After investigating, Roseanna M. Sutherland, 34, and Craig F. Sutherland, 37, both of Bar Harbor, Maine were charged with being drunk in public. Both were ordered held until sober and a court date of May 28, 2008 was set.
On April 15, 2008, Deputy R. J. Anderson responded to a domestic in Woodford. After investigating, Kevin H. Curtis, 42, of Woodford and Henry H. Curtis, 78, of Woodford were charged with 2 counts each of assault and battery. Judy M. Martin, 37, of Woodford was also charged with brandishing a firearm. All were released on $1000 bond each and court dates were set for April 18, 2008.
On April 16, 2008, Deputy D. W. Mundie and Investigator M. M. Ellett were questioning a burglary suspect. While speaking to him, they discovered marijuana growing at the residence. Antoine T. Johnson, 18, of no fixed address was charged with manufacturing marijuana, breaking and entering, and 2 counts of felony larceny. He was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of April 18, 2008 was set.
On April 18, 2008, Deputy C. S. Overman responded to a domestic in Dawn. After investigating, John D. Taylor, Sr., 57, of Dawn was charged with domestic assault. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of April 24, 2008 was set.
On April 19, 2008, Deputy C. S. Overman responded to a report of a fight in the street in Woodford. After investigating, Matthew C. Riley, 24, of Woodford was charged with domestic assault. Bond and court information were not available.
On April 19, 2008, Deputy C. S. Overman responded to a domestic in Bowling Green. After investigating, Carlos M. Gonzalez-Rodriguez, 50, of Bowling Green was charged with domestic assault. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of April 24, 2008 was set.
Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up
According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 3 drug arrests, 1 driving under the influence arrest, 21 domestic violence arrests, and 51 other criminal arrests during the past week. The deputies served 243 civil papers, issued 249 traffic summonses, handled 15 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 32 alarm calls, and dealt with 13 juvenile offenders. The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 441 calls for service and handled 1,077 telephone inquiries. The CCSO also logged 40 calls assisting outside agencies and had 226 self initiated calls.
Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending April 12, 2008
From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending April 12, 2008:
On February 6, 2008, Deputy K. H. Eichenmiller stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction and issued a summons. After further investigation, on April 10, 2008, David K. Smith, 42, of Ruther glen was charged with forging a summons, identity theft, speeding, and driving on a suspended driver’s license. He was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of April 11, 2008 was set.
On April 10, 2008, Deputy J. O. Cecil responded to a citizen requesting advice in Carmel Church. After investigating, Mary L. Chavis, 35, of Pembroke, NC was charged with soliciting for prostitution. She was held under a $3500 bond and an arraignment date of April 16, 2008 was set.
On April 11, 2008, Sergeant J. W. McCarty, Deputies B. N. Doucet, C. M. Polliard, and C. S. Wooldridge responded to an address in Ruther Glen in reference to a party that involved underage drinking. After investigating, James A. Stanley, 42, and Linda L. Stanley, 43, both of Ruther Glen, were charged with 11 counts each of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. They were also charged with 6 counts each of providing alcohol to adults under the age of 21. Both were ordered held under a $5000 bond and an arraignment date of April 15, 2008 was set. At the same event, Christopher A. Holman, 18, of Ruther Glen, was charged with assaulting a law enforcement officer. He was ordered held under a $1500 bond and his arraignment date was set on April 23, 2008. Six other adults were released on summonses for underage possession of alcohol pending trial on May 23, 2008.
On April 11, 2008, Deputy C. A. Heywood stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Herman P. Calhoun Jr., 46, of Mechanicsville was charged with driving under the influence. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of April 23, 2008 was set.
On April 12, 2008, Deputy T. P. Connolly stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Jesse B. Beverly, 42, of Ruther Glen was charged with driving under the influence. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of April 16, 2008 was set.
On April 12, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge responded to a domestic in Ruther Glen. After investigating, Bryan C. Tolliver, 22, of Fredericksburg was charged with 2 counts of domestic assault. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and an arraignment date of April 17, 2008 was set.
On April 12, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb attempted to stop a vehicle for a traffic infraction. The vehicle refused to stop. After causing the vehicle to stop, Tony W. Washington, 47, of Milford was charged with felony eluding, driving under the influence – 2nd, offense, refusing to submit to a breath test, obstruction of justice, driving on a revoked drivers license and failing to register a vehicle. . He was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of April 14, 2008 was set.
On April 12, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. After investigating, Raymond L. Goodall, Jr., 36, of Doswell was charged with driving under the influence – 2nd, offense, refusing to submit to a breath test, and driving on a revoked driver’s license. He was held under a $2500 bond and a court date of May 16, 2008 was set.
On April 12, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. After investigating, Melvin A. Johnson, 22, of Richmond was charged with driving under the influence and driving on a revoked driver’s license – 3rd, offense. He was held under a $2000 bond and a court date of May 16, 2008 was set.
On April 12, 2008, Sergeant R. L. Hixson stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Tracy L. Hall, 36, of Richmond was charged with driving under the influence, refusing to submit to a breath test and possession of marijuana. She was held under a $2000 bond and a court date of April 16, 2008 was set.
Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up
According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 4 drug arrests, 9 driving under the influence, 7 domestic violence arrests, and 141 other criminal arrests during the past week. The deputies served 173 civil papers, issued 283 traffic summonses, handled 5 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 54 alarm calls, and dealt with 14 juvenile offenders. The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 443 calls for service and handled 1,810 telephone inquiries. The CCSO also logged 29 calls assisting outside agencies and had 223 self initiated calls.
Next time, invite me.
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Two Caroline County parents were charged Friday night with multiple counts of contributing to the delinquency of a minor after throwing a birthday party for their daughter.
Caroline County Sheriff Tony Lippa said the sheriff’s office received a call about 9:44 p.m. Friday alerting them to underage drinkers at a party in Ruther Glen.
Police got there to find 11 people between the ages of 15 and 17, and six more between the ages of 18 and 20.
Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending April 5, 2008
From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending April 5, 2008:
On March 28, 2008, Major C. S. Moser was contacted in reference to a forged medical note without the Doctor’s permission. After investigating, Frances D. Limberick, 50, of Bowling Green, was charged with forgery and an April 9, 2008 trial date was set.
On March 29, 2008, Sergeant R. L. Hixson stopped a vehicle driven by Brian A. Hill, 27, of Clinton Maryland for weaving and impeding the flow of traffic. After investigating, Mr. Hill was found in possession of marijuana first offense, trial date of May 14, 2008 was set.
On April 1, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. After investigating, Richard John Pietras, Jr., 23 of Colonial Beach, VA was charged with driving while suspended and possession of marijuana. Trial date of May 16, 2008 was set.
On April 1, 2008 Sergeant R. L. Hixson responded to a domestic which took place in Rappahannock Academy area. After investigating, George Fisher, 61, of Rappahannock Academy was charged assault on a family member. An April 3, 2008 trial was set.
On April 2, 2008, Deputy T. P. Connolly responded to New Baltimore road on a disturbance call. After investigating, Jelonny C. Ross, 25, of Bowling Green was charged with being drunk in public. A May 14, 2008 trial date has been set.
On April 3, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle on Rt. 606, for defective equipment. After investigating, Tracy R. Houston, 46, of Fredericksburg was subsequently arrested for driving under the influence and being declared a habitual offender. A May 16, 2008 trial date has been set.
On April 3, 2008, Deputy J. K. Miller, observed a vehicle driven by Michelle Ringler, 37, of Ruther Glen. After investigating, Ms. Ringler was charged with driving while suspended and child endangerment. Two trial dates were set, one on April 7 and the other on April 8, 2008.
On April 4, 2008, School Resource Deputy C. M. Hall is investigating an incident at the Caroline Middle School to which a 14 year old male subject was found in possession of a box cutter. There were no other incidents with this investigation and no further information will be released.
On April 5, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for two traffic infractions. After investigating, Darwin K. Kenner, 28, of Whitestone was charged with fail to use a turn signal, defective equipment, and driving under the influence.
On April 5, 2008, Deputy C. A. Heywood responded to a Ruther Glen address on a reported domestic disturbance. After investigating, Edward E. Esturiene, 44, of Ruther Glen was charged with being drunk in public and knowingly making a false report as to the commission of a crime to a law enforcement official with the intent to mislead. A May 14, 2008 trial date has been set.
Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up
According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 5 drug arrests, 2 driving under the influence arrests, 8 domestic violence arrests, and 76 other criminal arrests during the past week. The deputies served 180 civil papers, issued 222 traffic summonses, handled 11 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 24 alarm calls, and dealt with 7 juvenile offenders. The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 411 calls for service and handled 915 telephone inquiries. The CCSO also logged 41 calls assisting outside agencies and had 155 self initiated calls.
Another POS arrested in robbery of paraplegic.
Another Caroline man has been charged in the robbery of Robert Newcomb, a paraplegic whose prescription drugs were stolen from him at gunpoint.
Norman Michael “Lunchbox” Roberts, 18, of Spotsylvania is charged with breaking and entering, robbery and conspiracy to commit a felony. He is suspected of going into Newcomb’s home, but was never seen by those who lived in the trailer.