Chaillet Sentenced for Reckless Endangerment
On November 27, 2023, Christopher Thomas Chaillet, 36, of Nanjemoy, pleaded guilty in Calvert County Circuit Court to reckless endangerment and permitting a child to have access to a firearm. The evidence showed that Chaillet, who possessed a valid Maryland handgun permit, knowingly left a loaded handgun in his truck while his 2-year old son […]
Nguyen Sentenced for Sex Abuse
On November 27, 2023, Nam Hong Nguyen, 40, of Sunderland, was sentenced in Calvert County Circuit Court to 45 years in prison, with 15 years of active time, for attempted rape and sex abuse of a minor child. The sentence was imposed by Judge Mark S. Chandlee. In November of last year, Nguyen entered […]
Holbrook Indicted in Shymanski Murder
On November 20, 2023, Brandon Ross Holbrook, 48, of Reedsville, PA, was indicted by a Calvert County Grand Jury and formally charged with the murder of Joseph Shymanski of Huntingtown. A total of 5 charges were returned by the Grand Jury, to include common law murder, first and second degree assault, and use of a […]
Tracy Convicted of Criminal Trespass
On November 15, 2023, Terance Albert Tracy, 31, of Annapolis, was convicted by a Calvert County jury of criminal trespass on the premises of the County Health Department. Earlier this year, Tracy, a self-styled “First Amendment Auditor,” entered the lobby area of the building during business hours and began filming people as they came and […]
Moore Sentenced for Bank Robbery
On October 23, 2023, Silas M. Moore, of Washington, DC, was sentenced to 40 years, with 15 years of active incarceration, for his role in the May 2023 robbery of the M&T Bank in Dunkirk. The sentence was imposed by Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark S. Chandlee. Moore will be on 5 years […]
Moore Pleads Guilty to Bank Robbery
On October 13, 2023, Silas M. Moore, 37, of Washington, DC, pleaded guilty in the Circuit Court for Calvert County to armed robbery, use of a handgun in the commission of a crime of violence, and unlawful possession of a regulated firearm. The charges stem from an incident that occurred at the M&T Bank […]
Comfort Dog “Dougall” Assists Victims and Witnesses in Court
The Calvert County State’s Attorney’s Office, in cooperation with the Sheriff’s Office, now has the use of a comfort dog to assist crime victims and witnesses when they are required to come to court. The dog, named “Dougall,” is available on a case-by-case basis to provide emotional support to individuals who have experienced a traumatic […]
Calvert State’s Attorney to Expand Services to Veterans
Calvert County State’s Attorney Robert Harvey today announced that his office will expand the resources available to assist military veterans involved in the criminal justice system. Individuals applying to participate in the District Court mental health docket or the Circuit Court adult treatment program (drug court) will be screened to determine if they, or any […]
Harts Sentenced for Weapons Charge
On August 28, 2023, Michael Ian Harts, 31, of St. Leonard, received a sentence of 10 years incarceration, suspended to 3 years of active time, for illegal possession of a short-barreled rifle and possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance. The sentence was imposed by Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark W. Carmean. […]
Williams Sentenced for Dog Fighting
On August 17, 2023, Edward Stanley Williams, 54, of Huntingtown, was sentenced to 4 years of active imprisonment for his role in a dogfighting operation. Williams was also ordered to pay $26,693 in restitution to the Calvert County Government. The sentence was imposed by Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark S. Chandlee. In May, Williams […]