Category: Caroline County Sheriff’s Office

Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending March 29, 2008

From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending March 29, 2008:

On March 23, 2008, Deputy J. K. Miller stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Travis S. Carter, 27, of Ruther Glen charged with driving on a suspended license – 3rd offense.  He was ordered held under a $1,000 bond and an arraignment date of March 26, 2008 was set.

On March 23, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb responded to a domestic.  After investigating, Maricha L. Jordan-Anderton, 42, of Milford was charged with domestic assault.  She was released on her own recognizance and an arraignment date of March 25, 2008 was set.

On March 24, 2008, Deputy W. M. Jones encountered a subject in Ladysmith.  After investigating, Ishmail Rios, 33, of Midlothian was charged with being drunk in public.  He was released on his own recognizance and a court date of March 18, 2008 was set.

On March 24, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Fred C. Miller, 49, of Burlington, NC was charged with being a fugitive from Maryland.  He was ordered held without bond pending his extradition to Maryland.

On March 28, 2008, Deputy K. D. DiGravio-Ferguson responded to a domestic violence call which took place in Bowling Green.  After investigating, Timothy Tolson, 39, of Bowling Green was charged with two counts of domestic assault and one count of brandishing a firearm.  An emergency protective order was issued and an April 1, 2008 trial has been set.

On March 29, 2008, Deputy B. N. Doucet responded to the Howard Johnson’s in Ruther Glen in reference to a domestic violence call.  After investigation, Terrance Shawn Mosley, 43, of Ruther Glen, was charged with domestic assault and held without bond pending an April 1, 2008 trial date.

On March 29, 2008, Deputy F. L. Brennan stopped a vehicle on Rt. 639, driven by Debra D. Weinstein, 53, of Ruther Glen who was subsequently arrested for driving under the influence.  An April 4, 2008 trial date has been set.

On March 29, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge responded to an address on Cedon Road in Woodford on a reported incident involving an adult with a juvenile who appeared to be intoxicated.  After investigating, Russell M. Bowles, III, 24, of Woodford was charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor (17 years of age).

Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up

According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 4 drug arrests, 1 driving under the influence arrest, 7 domestic violence arrests, and 40 other criminal arrests during the past week.  The deputies served 160 civil papers, issued 312 traffic summonses, handled 2 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 35 alarm calls, and dealt with 4 juvenile offenders.  The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 414 calls for service and handled 1,682 telephone inquiries.  The CCSO also logged 31 calls assisting outside agencies and had 169 self initiated calls.

Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending March 22, 2008

From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending March 22, 2008:

On March 18, 2008, Deputy C. A. Heywood stopped a vehicle for a reckless driving speed violation.  During the stop, Deputy Heywood detected an odor associated with marijuana coming from the vehicle, upon investigating further, Scott Anthony, 26, of Fredericksburg, was charged with reckless driving and possession of marijuana.  A court date is set on May 14, 2008.

On March 18, 2008, Lieutenant J. H. Crowder responded to a vehicle in the ditch near 994 Swann Lane, Ruther Glen.  Upon investigating, Bernard McCargo, 46, of Beltsville, MD, was arrested for driving under the influence and refusal to submit to a breath test.  He was held under a $2000 bond and an arraignment date of March 19, 2008 was set.

On March 19, 2008, Deputy M. J. O’Connor responded to a Ruther Glen address for a domestic assault call.  After investigating, Cantrell Green, 19, of Ruther Glen was charged with domestic assault.  He was released on a personal recognizance pending a March 25, 2008 court date.

On March 19, 2008, Deputy G. J. Hamilton responded to a Ruther Glen address for a disturbance call.  After investigation, Lloyd V. Ferguson, 49, Ruther Glen was arrested for being drunk in public and was later found in possession of a metal smoking device containing residue of cocaine.  Ferguson was held on a $1000 secure bond, and a trial date of May 28, 2008 was set.

On March 19, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Robert P. McMullen, 37, of Mechanicsville, MD was charged with driving under the influence, open container of an alcoholic beverage and speeding.  He was held on a $1500 secure bond and a court date of March 26, 2008 was set.

Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up

According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 10 drug arrests, 1 DUI arrest, 9 domestic violence arrests, and 45 other criminal arrests during the past week.  The deputies served 200 civil papers, issued 139 traffic summonses, handled 4 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 29 alarm calls, and dealt with 12 juvenile offenders.  The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 363 calls for service and handled 1,012 telephone inquiries.  The CCSO also logged 25 calls assisting outside agencies and had 199 self initiated calls.

Crime down in Caroline County!

Richmond Times-Dispatch reports:

The Times-Dispatch analyzed data for Type 1 offenses — homicide, aggravated assault, rape, robbery, burglary, larceny, auto theft and arson — for the 24 counties, cities and towns in the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area that report crime separately.

Total incidents Crime rate per 100,000
Locality 2006 2007 2006 2007
Caroline County 565 501 21.8 18.8

That’s a 11.3% decline!

S-bag robs paraplegic, gets arrested, gets charged with four felonies.

The Free Lance–Star: Paraplegic’s prescriptions object of residential heist:

It was about 4:30 a.m. yesterday morning when Robert Newcomb’s front door was kicked in.

[…]

Newcomb, a paraplegic, soon realized what the intruder was looking for: prescription drugs.

The robber made his way through the mobile home, located in the Cedar Ridge Mobile Home Park in Woodford, near Corbin. He then came into Newcomb’s bedroom, which was lit only by the TV.

“He pointed the sawed-off 20-gauge shotgun at me and he asked for my pain medication,” Newcomb said. “Then he demanded oxycontin.”

After getting some drugs he didn’t want the moron came back looking for the “good stuff”.

And he was arrested the next day:

Sheriff Tony Lippa announced tonight the arrest of Joshua Thomas, 20, of Corbin. Thomas has been charged with breaking and enter with the intent to commit larceny; armed robbery; possession of a sawed off shotgun; and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. The charges stem from a home invasion robbery that was reported to the Caroline Sheriff’s Office on March 19, 2008 at approximately 3 a.m. Case Investigator M. M. Ellett handled the investigation and placed the charges.

Thomas is being held without bond in Pamunkey Regional Jail. As this is still an ongoing investigation, no further information is being released at this time.

And considering the fact that the media loves reporting all the bad things that happens in Caroline County, NBC 4 has ran a story about the crime (but not the arrest) and the crime has also made the Associated Press’s Virginia wire — hooray.

WWBT’s story:

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Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending March 15, 2008

From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending March 15, 2008:

On March 7, 2008, Deputy T. P. Connolly stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Lawrence J. Minnick, 27, of King George was charged with driving on a suspended license – 3rd offense. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and an arraignment date of March 12, 2008 was set.

On March 7, 2008, Deputy C. A. Heywood responded to a burglary. After investigating, Ryan K. Kellum, 21, of Richmond was charged with property damage, possession of burglary tools, burglary and grand larceny. His bond and court information were not available.

On March 9, 2008, Deputy T. J. Ketchem stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Timothy L. Harris, 32, of Stafford was charged with driving under the influence and refusal to submit to a breath test. He was held under a $2500 bond and an arraignment date of March 14, 2008 was set.

On March 9, 2008, Deputy D. W. Mundie stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Arthur L. Carter, 49, of Milford was charged with driving after being declared an habitual offender, driving under the influence, and refusal to submit to a breath test. He was ordered held under a $3500 bond and a court date of March 12, 2008 was set.

On March 9, 2008, Deputy P. E. Ford stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Dwight C. Brown, Jr., was charged with driving on a suspended license. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and an arraignment date of March 14, 2008 was set.

On March 12, 2008, Deputy T. J. Ketchem responded to an incident in the courthouse. After investigating, David M. Wood, II, 18, of Fredericksburg was charged with damage to property. He was released on his own recognizance and a court date of March 19, 2008 was set.

On March 12, 2008, Deputy B. N. Doucet responded to a disorderly person at a business in Ladysmith. After investigating, Lloyd V. Ferguson, 49, of Ruther Glen was charged with being drunk in public and felony petit larceny – 3rd offense. He was ordered held without bond and a court date of March 28, 2008 was set.

On March 14, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Jeffrey J. Stone, 46, of Ruther Glen was charged with driving under the influence and driving on a suspended driver’s license. He was released on his own recognizance and a court date of March 26, 2008 was set.

On March 14, 2008, Deputy C. M. Hall was made aware of a situation in the middle school. After investigating, a juvenile was charged with distribution of marijuana. The juvenile was ordered detained pending a court hearing.

Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up

According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 3 drug arrests, 4 domestic violence arrests, and 30 other criminal arrests during the past week.  The deputies served 197 civil papers, issued 263 traffic summonses, handled 3 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 40 alarm calls, and dealt with 8 juvenile offenders.  The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 413 calls for service and handled 1,006 telephone inquiries.  The CCSO also logged 29 calls assisting outside agencies and had 211 self initiated calls.

March 1st was the 61st anniversary of the passing of Sheriff’s Deputy Strother Lewis of the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office in the line of duty.

From The Office Down Memorial Page: Deputy Sheriff Strother W. Lewis Sr.:

Deputy Lewis was shot and killed by a prisoner while questioning him about a robbery. During the interrogation the suspect struck the weapon that Deputy Lewis was holding, causing it to discharge and strike Deputy Lewis in the head. The man then fled the scene with Deputy Lewis’ service weapon. The suspect was eventually apprehended after being shot by a posse and almost killed. He was initially sentenced to death but received a life sentence during a second trial.

Deputy Lewis was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWI.

UPDATED: Another Alleged Drug Dealer Arrested

Gotta love that headline. From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Another Alleged Drug Dealer Arrested:

Sheriff Tony Lippa wishes to express his gratitude to those who provided us information that allowed the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office to arrest another alleged drug dealer. “I truly appreciate the ongoing support of our community in assisting us in our continued efforts on the war against illegal drugs in Caroline County. Together we are making a difference.”

On 2-22-08 Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Investigators executed multiple drug related search warrants resulting in a seizure of $10,000.00 worth of crack cocaine. An investigation into Dupree Johnson, a 35 year old rap recording artist from Prince George County Maryland began six months ago. A search warrant was executed on a residence located at 6672-A Cedar Fork Road, Ruther Glen, VA., in Caroline County. As a result of this search warrant, the investigation branched out to neighboring Spotsylvania County. Two search warrants were executed in Spotsylvania County with the assistance of the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics unit.

The Caroline County Sheriff’s Office had gained information during this investigation that Johnson traveled from Maryland to the Caroline County area for the purpose of distributing illegal drugs. Upon arresting Johnson, the Sheriff’s Office has stopped a flow of cocaine into Caroline County valued at approximately $10,000.00 per weekend.

Johnson has been charged with two counts of distribution of cocaine and one count of possession of cocaine and is being held without bond in Pamunkey Regional Jail. As this is an ongoing investigation, no further information is being released at this time.

UPDATE: According to online court records in Maryland, Dupree Theodore Johnson (DOB: 11/16/1972) has been charged previously for possession of marijuana, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession with intent to distribute a narcotic, and he currently had a warrant out for him for failure to appear on a charge of driving on a suspended license.

Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending February 23, 2008

From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending February 23, 2008:

On February 17, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard responded to a trespass complaint in Dawn. After investigating, Leocadio R. Velazquez, 21, of Fredericksburg and Jose A. Norega, 31, of Fredericksburg were both charged with possession of burglary tools, trespassing and grand larceny. Both were ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of February 20, 2008 was set for both.

On February 17, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Ashley B. Gray, 28, of Bowling Green was charged with driving under the influence. He was ordered held under a $1500 bond and a court date of March 21, 2008 was set.

On February 18, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard responded to a dispute in Rappahannock Academy. After investigating, Aaron S. Groover, 28, of no fixed address was charged with trespassing. He was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of February 20, 2008 was set.

On February 18, 2008, Deputy M. J. O’Connor responded to a disturbance in Rappahannock Academy. After investigating, Jennifer L. Groover, 23, of Rixeytown, VA was charged with malicious wounding. She was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of February 20, 2008 was set.

On February 19, 2008, Deputy G. J. Hamilton stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction. After investigating, Dike L. Walker, 30, of Woodford was charged with driving on a suspended driver’s license – 3rd offense. He was ordered held without bond and an arraignment date of February 20, 2008 was set.

On February 20, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. After investigating, James Brooks, Jr., 42, of Milford was charged with driving on a revoked drivers license – 3rd offense. He was released on a personal recognizance bond and court information was unavailable.

On February 22, 2008, Deputy T. P. Connolly encountered a person in the general district courtroom. Arrested for drunk in public was Kerry L. Emerson, 38, of Frog Level. He was ordered held without bond and a court date of March 21, 2008 was set.

On February 22, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. After investigating, and with the assistance of Deputy S. Mullane and his canine, Madelyn A. Blue, 42, of Hanover was charged with possession of a schedule II controlled substance. She was released on a personal recognizance bond and an arraignment date of February 29, 2008 was set.

On February 23, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge responded to a domestic in Woodford. After investigating, Timothy J. Spurley, 21, of Woodford was charged with domestic assault. He was released on his own recognizance and a court date of Feburary 26, 2008 was set. The following morning, Deputy D. W. Mundie responded to the same residence and charged Spurley with violating a protective order. Bond and court information on this charge were unavailable.

Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up

According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 7 drug arrests, 7 domestic violence arrests, and 38 other criminal arrests during the past week. The deputies served 154 civil papers, issued 188 traffic summonses, handled 9 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 25 alarm calls, and dealt with 5 juvenile offenders. The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 427 calls for service and handled 1,764 telephone inquiries. The CCSO also logged 33 calls assisting outside agencies and had 225 self initiated calls.

Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending February 16, 2008

From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending February 16, 2008:

On February 11, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Sean P. Doyle, 21, of Warrenton was charged with driving on a revoked driver’s license, possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute and possession of heroin with the intent to distribute.  He was ordered held without bond and a court date of March 21, 2008 was set.

On February 11, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Steven D. Street, 20, of Woodford was charged with driving under the influence.  He was ordered held on a $1500 bond and a court date of March 21, 2008 was set.

On February 13, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Damien L. Stevens, 27, of Hanover was charged with driving on a suspended drivers license – 3rd offense.  He was released on a personal recognizance bond and an arraignment date of February 20, 2008 was set.

On February 14, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Daryl E. Pilson, 36, of Fort Washington, MD was charged with driving under the influence and possession of an open alcohol container in a motor vehicle.  He was ordered held on a $1500 bond and an arraignment date of February 20, 2008 was set.

On February 15, 2008, Deputy K. H. Eichenmiller responded to a business in Bowling Green for a disorderly person.  After investigating, Donnie L. Poindexter, 44, of Ruther Glen was charged with being drunk in public.  He was released on a personal recognizance bond and a court date of March 14, 2008 was set.

On February 15, 2008, Deputy C. M, Polliard was assigned to investigate a break in located in Bowling Green.  After investigating, Polliard obtained juvenile petitions charging a male juvenile with unlawful entry, obstruction of justice, threatening a witness and resisting arrest.  The juvenile was ordered held without bond and a court date of February 19, 2008 was set.

On February 15, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb responded to a shots fired call in the Penola area.  After investigating, Dontae M. Lee, 22, of Ruther Glen was charged with carrying a concealed weapon.  He was released on his own recognizance and a court date of March 21, 2008 was set.

On February 16, 2008, Deputy S. Mullane stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Virginia B. Woolfolk, 63, of Ruther Glen was charged with driving under the influence – 2nd offense.  She was ordered held on a $1000 bond and an arraignment date of February 29, 2008 was set.

On February 16, 2008, Deputy J. O. Cecil responded to a reported domestic in Woodford.  After investigating, William R. Turner, 44, of Woodford was charged with domestic assault.  He was ordered held on a $2500 bond and an arraignment date of February 19, 2008 was set.

On February 16, 2008, Deputy C. A. Heywood stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction.  After investigating, Alan M. Taylor, 43, of Hanover was charged with felony DUI – 3rd offense, refusing to submit to a breath test – 2nd offense and reckless driving.  He was ordered held on a $1500 bond and an arraignment date of February 29, 2008 was set.

Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up

According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 11 drug arrests, 6 domestic violence arrests, 6 D.U.I arrests and 43 other criminal arrests during the past week.  The deputies served 202 civil papers, issued 168 traffic summonses, handled 14 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 20 alarm calls, and dealt with 6 juvenile offenders.  The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 537 calls for service and handled 1,961 telephone inquiries.  The CCSO also logged 35 calls assisting outside agencies and had 180 self initiated calls.

Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending February 9, 2008

From the Caroline County Sheriff’s Office: Weekly News Media Briefs – Week Ending February 9, 2008:

On February 2, 2008, Deputy C. S. Wooldridge made a traffic stop.  Upon investigating, Janice E. Harden, 52, of Richmond City was arrested on an outstanding warrant from Chesterfield, and subsequently learned that she was in violation of parole back in Houston Co. GA.  She is being held without bond.  A February 29, 2008 trial date has been set.  Upon further investigation, Tracy Dean Atkins, 42, of Richmond City was found in possession of marijuana.  A trial date of February 29, 2008 was set.

On February 3, 2008, a checking detail was conducted at Rt. 301 and New Market Lane.  At which time Sgt. S. L. Cary detected an odor associated with marijuana coming from a vehicle.  Upon further investigation, Stephen M. Daigneault, 21, of Ayden, NC was charged with possession of marijuana.  A March 5, 2008 trial date has been set.

On February 3, 2008, Deputy D. W. Mundie stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation, after investigating, Lauren N. Hefele, 26, of Ruther Glen was charged with Driving under the influence.  A $1500 bond was set by the magistrate.

On February 5, 2008, Deputy T. P. Connolly while on patrol drove up on a vehicle that was in the ditch.  Upon investigating, Arthur E. Goodall, 69, of Doswell, was charged with Driving Under the Influence.  A February 13, 2008 court date has been set.

On February 5, 2008, Deputy C. M. Polliard, stopped a vehicle for speeding 73/55 mph zone.  Upon further investigation, Michael Thomas Stephens, 58, of Caret, VA was arrested for Driving Under the Influence.  He was held with out bond, an a trial date of March 28, 2008 was set.

On February 7, 2008, Deputy W. D. Lipscomb, stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. Upon further investigation, the driver, Burton Morris, 29, of Doswell was charged with possession of marijuana.  A March 21, 2008 court date was set.

On February 8, 2008, Deputy D. W. Mundie, stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation.  Upon further investigation, Romeo S. Patterson, 31, of Ruther Glen was charged with driving on a suspended license, possession of marijuana, and operating a vehicle with an expired state inspection sticker.  Trial has been set for March 5, 2008.

On February 8, 2008, Deputy F. L. Brennan was called to investigate a vandalism call.  Upon further investigation, Taiyana O. Samuels, 18, of Fredericksburg was arrested on a Felony-Embezzlement Warrant from Spotsylvania County.  A trial date of February 19, 2008 has been set in Spotsylvania.

Caroline County Sheriff’s Office Wrap Up

According to Sheriff Tony Lippa, Caroline Deputies made 7 drug arrests, 5 domestic violence arrests, 2 D.U.I arrests and 48 other criminal arrests during the past week.  The deputies served 243 civil papers, issued 243 traffic summonses, handled 6 motor vehicle crashes, responded to 28 alarm calls, and dealt with 3 juvenile offenders.  The Sheriff’s Office Communications Center dispatched 528 calls for service and handled 937 telephone inquiries.  The CCSO also logged 17 calls assisting outside agencies and had 285 self initiated calls.