Calvert Retains Low Crime Rate
In 2025, Calvert County remained one of the safest places to live in the State of Maryland. According to data published in the NIBRS Crime Reporting Dashboard by the Maryland State Police, Calvert had the third lowest crime rate among all Maryland counties, behind only Carroll and Kent Counties. Calvert’s crime rate was 1,807 incidents […]
Calvert County Judge Denies Sentence Reduction for Convicted Murderer
Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark S. Chandlee has denied a motion to reduce sentence filed by convicted murderer, Anthony Gerald Fleming. In a 9-page opinion and order, Judge Chandlee found that Fleming continues to pose a danger to the public and that a reduction in sentence would not serve the interests of justice. Fleming […]
State’s Attorney’s Office Issues Public Service Warning
The Calvert County State’s Attorney’s Office is warning the public, particularly older adults and those with aging family members, about sophisticated scams in which fraudsters impersonate government officials, law enforcement officers, technical support personnel, or banking personnel. These criminal enterprises make contact with their victims through unsolicited phone calls, as well as emails and fraudulent […]
Samuel Sentenced for Vehicular Manslaughter
On September 29, 2026, Savon Q. Samuel, 32, of Pikesville, MD, was sentenced to 12 years in prison by Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark S. Chandlee. Samuel was convicted of automobile manslaughter and a fleeing and eluding that occurred on December 12, 2025. Evidence revealed that Samuel was operating a motor vehicle in Prince […]
Juvenile Ordered Detained
A 13-year old Calvert County juvenile, previously found involved in the rape of two 6-year old girls, has been committed to the care and custody of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services (DJS). On August 26, 2026, a Circuit Court judge ordered DJS to find a placement for the juvenile in a secure residential facility. […]
Juvenile Offender Released on Probation
On June 29, 2026, a 13-year-old juvenile was released on probation with electronic monitoring after having been found involved in the rape of two 6-year-old girls. The Calvert County State’s Attorney’s Office, who prosecuted the case, recommended that the juvenile be placed in a secure “out-of-home” facility where he could receive treatment and counselling. Instead, […]
Samuel Pleads Guilty to Auto Manslaughter
On June 22, 2026, Savon Quincy Samuel, 32, of Baltimore, entered a guilty plea in Calvert County Circuit Court to the crimes of manslaughter by motor vehicle and fleeing and eluding. Sentencing is scheduled for September 29, 2026, before the Honorable Mark S. Chandlee. Samuel is facing a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison […]
Robinson Sentenced for Attempted Murder
On June 12, 2026, Khiantae Rai-Vaughn Marquez Robinson, 19, of Lusby, was sentenced to 66 years’ incarceration, with all but 22 years suspended, for attempted second degree murder and related charges. The sentence was handed down by Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark W. Carmean. The charges stemmed from a drive-by shooting that occurred on […]
Townsend Sentenced for Sex Abuse
On May 15, 2026, Timothy Lee Townsend, 61, of North Beach, was sentenced to 30 years in prison, with 20 years of active time, for sex abuse of a minor (continuing course of conduct). Upon release, Townsend will be on 5 years of supervised probation and required to register as a sex offender. In October […]
Gilner Receives Life Sentence
On May 4, 2026, Steven Anthony Gilner, 19, of Lusby, was sentenced to Life plus 77 years incarceration, with all but 25 years suspended, for attempted first degree murder and related charges. The sentence was handed down by Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark S. Chandlee. Gilner was previously found guilty following a 5-day jury […]