St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office

Established in 1637, we are the oldest continuously operated sheriff's office in the USA. DIAL 911 for emergencies, 301-475-8008 non emergencies.

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Motor Vehicle Accident

The roadway at Point Lookout Rd. & Chingville Rd. - Roadway will be temporarily closed

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During May, deputies with the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office responded to 99 calls for mental health related incidents, including 68 Emergency Petitions, in which individuals were connected with care through hospital evaluation.

Through Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training, our deputies are equipped with tools to recognize signs of crisis, de-escalate situations when possible, and help connect individuals with the care and resources they may need.

If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988 for mental health crisis support. In an emergency, call 911.

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Crime & Safety Report: May 25-31

Deputies handled 1,583 calls for service last week in St. Mary’s County.

Certain non-emergency crimes can be reported online through the SMCSO Digital Online Reporting System, including fraud, identity theft, lost property, vandalism, and some crashes.

Visit https://t.co/0VZlkfs1r0 to get started.
🚨 Call 911 for emergencies.
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✅✅ UPDATE: 5/30/26 Missing Person Joseph Longobardo has been located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance.

The original post regarding Longobordo, a juvenile, has been deleted to prevent the further circulation of the photo and information. If your page has shared the original missing person’s post, we respectfully ask that you remove it to help protect the juvenile's privacy. This practice is intended to respect the privacy and safety of the juvenile and their family. Thank you.

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✅ UPDATE: 5/29/26 Missing Person Lindsay Williams has been located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance.

The original post regarding Williams, a juvenile, has been deleted to prevent the further circulation of the photo and information. If your page has shared the original missing person’s post, we respectfully ask that you remove it to help protect the juvenile's privacy. This practice is intended to respect the privacy and safety of the juvenile and their family. Thank you.

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St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Collision in Mechanicsville

On Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 8:34 p.m., patrol units from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a serious motor vehicle collision in the 27000 block of Mechanicsville Road.

A preliminary investigation indicates that a 2012 Nissan X-Terra, operated by Michael Sirk, 86, of Mechanicsville, was traveling on Mechanicsville Road and attempted to turn into a private driveway. The vehicle failed to yield the right of way and struck a black and blue Honda CBR 600RR, operated by Leo Cianciolo, 22, of Mechanicsville.

The driver of the motorcycle was transported by Maryland State Police Aviation Command Trooper 7 to an area trauma center with life-threatening injuries, where he is currently listed in critical condition.

Currently, it appears that driver error and excessive speed are contributing factors in the collision.

Due to the severity of the crash, the Collision Reconstruction Unit has assumed the investigation and is requesting eyewitness assistance from the public. If you were traveling in the area and witnessed anything, please contact Corporal Vincent Pontorno at [email protected] or 301-475-4200, extension 2337.

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Mechanicsville Rd @ Carpenter Drive has been reopened

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Extended Road Closure - Motor Vehicle Collision - Mechanicsville Rd / Carpenter Dr. AVOID THE AREA

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✅✅ UPDATE: 5/28/26 Missing Person Brian Hicks has been located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance.

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Missing Person:

Missing Person Brian Hicks, 43 YOA B/M, was reported missing and last seen 5/27/2026 at 0200, in the area of Rogers Drive, wearing black pants and no shirt. If you have seen him or know his whereabouts, please contact the Sheriff's Office at 301-475-8008

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Juvenile Arrested Following Illegal Firearms Investigation

On Wednesday, May 27, detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division served a search seizure warrant on a residence located in the 21000 block of Columbia Street in Lexington Park, MD, recovering a loaded unserialized polymer 80, 9mm handgun and 10 rounds of live 9mm ammunition.

A 17-year-old was taken into custody and charged as an adult with possession of a regulated firearm by a person under 21 years of age, illegal possession of ammunition, and unlawful possession of a firearm without the required serial number.

Juveniles are not publicly identified by law enforcement due to legal protections.

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Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 09:00PM https://t.co/NOMMyJgZ3R

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✅✅ UPDATE: 5/26/26 Missing Person Joseph Longobardo has been located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance.

The original post regarding Longobordo, a juvenile, has been deleted to prevent the further circulation of the photo and information. If your page has shared the original missing person’s post, we respectfully ask that you remove it to help protect the juvenile's privacy. This practice is intended to respect the privacy and safety of the juvenile and their family. Thank you.

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Temporary Road Closure

There is a temporary road closure on Hollywood Road in the area of Saint Johns Road. The fire department is on the scene of a structure fire.

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✅✅ UPDATE: 5/25/26 Missing Person Chloe Short has been located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance.

The original post regarding Short, a juvenile, has been deleted to prevent the further circulation of the photo and information. If your page has shared the original missing person’s post, we respectfully ask that you remove it to help protect the juvenile's privacy. This practice is intended to respect the privacy and safety of the juvenile and their family. Thank you.

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This Memorial Day, the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their sacrifice secured the freedoms we enjoy every day and will never be forgotten.

From Sheriff Steve Hall and the women and men of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, we remember, we honor, and we remain grateful.
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✅✅ UPDATE: 5/17/26 Missing Person Joseph Longobardo has been located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance.

The original post regarding Longobordo, a juvenile, has been deleted to prevent the further circulation of the photo and information. If your page has shared the original missing person’s post, we respectfully ask that you remove it to help protect the juvenile's privacy. This practice is intended to respect the privacy and safety of the juvenile and their family. Thank you.

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Following an investigation into multiple attempted and successful vehicle break-ins and a commercial burglary at a Leonardtown business, detectives from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division have arrested an adult and a juvenile.

A search-and-seizure warrant was served Thursday, May 21, 2026, at a residence in the 24000 block of McIntosh Road in Hollywood. Nathaniel Warren Shaklee, 19, was arrested and charged in connection with the crimes.

The second suspect, a juvenile, was charged through custodial apprehension. In accordance with legal protections for minors, juveniles are not publicly identified by law enforcement agencies.

On May 12, deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office investigated a vehicle break-in in the Leonardtown area that resulted in the theft of a Kel-Tec .40-caliber rifle, two magazines, ammunition, and a hard case. The suspects were located and, following a foot pursuit, the firearm and related accessories were recovered; however, the suspects evaded apprehension. Deputies subsequently determined the same suspects were also connected to additional attempted vehicle break-ins reported in the area that same day.

On May 14, deputies responded to Brudergarten Bar in Leonardtown in response to a report of a commercial burglary. Video surveillance showed the suspects damaging cash registers and stealing alcohol from the business.

Shaklee and the juvenile have each been charged with second-degree burglary; fourth-degree burglary-storehouse; eight counts of rogue and vagabond with intent to commit theft from a vehicle; theft scheme: $1,500 to under $25,000; theft: $100 to under $1,500; and theft less than $100.

The investigation remains open. Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Deputy First Class James Morgan at 301-475-4200, ext. 8170, or by email at [email protected].

Those who have information about this case, but want to remain anonymous, can submit tips to the Sheriff’s Office through tip411:
•Text 847411: start your message with “SMCSO”, add a space, and then your tip.
•Online: Submit a tip through the Sheriff’s Office website at https://t.co/i9PbSThcTm.
•App: Send a tip directly through the SMCSO app. Download the free app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.

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Businesses and employees are being targeted by fraudsters who call workplaces, falsely claiming it is necessary to resolve an emergency, protect company funds, or avoid legal consequences, to convince employees to withdraw cash, purchase gift cards, or deposit money into bitcoin kiosks or cryptocurrency accounts.

Detective Smith explains how these scams work, the warning signs employees should recognize, and practical steps businesses can take to protect their staff and finances from fraud.

Watch the full video on our YouTube channel https://t.co/J7ErHFUdgp

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On Thursday, May 21, 2026, the school resource officer assigned to Great Mills High School was notified by school administrators that a student had threatened to stab a teacher.

Following the verbal threat, school administrators searched the student and located a pocketknife in the student’s pants pocket. The knife was immediately confiscated.

The 15-year-old student was charged with possession of a dangerous weapon on school property and disruption of school operations. The student was released to their guardians.

No injuries were reported.

Due to legal protections, juveniles are not publicly identified by law enforcement agencies.

The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office takes all threats involving school safety seriously and continues to work closely with St. Mary’s County Public Schools to help maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff.