On November 3 at 7:30a.m., a School Resource Officer observed smoke in a restroom where three students were gathered. An administrative search resulted in the recovery of two knives from a 15-year-old student. The student will face consequences in accordance with the Charles County Public Schools Code of Student Conduct. CONTACT: Diane Richardson Media Relations 301-609-6557 or 240-682-1658
On October 29 at 09:21 a.m., a teacher observed a knife fall from a 14-year-old student’s pocket during class. No threats were made and the knife was recovered without incident. The teacher confiscated the knife and turned it over to a Youth Engagement Advocate. The student will face consequences in accordance with the CCPS code of student conduct. CONTACT Diane [...]
On October 29 at 12:14 a.m., officers responded to the 2000 block of Smallwood Drive in Waldorf for the report of a shooting. A preliminary investigation revealed that an unknown suspect fired shots in the parking lot, striking two people standing outside a vehicle. One victim was transported for care with critical injuries. The second victim, Charles Arlando Hamilton, age [...]
On October 22 at 02:01 p.m., officers responded to the 5000 block of Burreed Court in Waldorf, MD for the report of a stabbing. A preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was involved in a physical altercation with Travis Pritchett, age 22 of Waldorf, when Pritchett punched and stabbed the victim multiple times. Evidence related to the stabbing was recovered [...]
Charles County Sheriff’s Officers are seeking the whereabouts of Marc Aaron Thompson, 36, of Waldorf, MD. Thompson has an active warrant for first- and second-degree assault, and handgun on person. On September 1st, Thompson violated a Protective Order. During a heated verbal argument, he pointed a black handgun at the victim. An arrest warrant was obtained; however, he has not [...]
A Message From Sheriff Troy D. Berry As the Sheriff of Charles County, it is my honor to present the Charles County Sheriff’s Office 2024 Annual Report. This report reflects a year of progress, innovation, and dedication—driven by the tireless efforts of more than 650 sworn and civilian professionals who proudly serve our agency. In the face of a [...]
On June 28 at 11:38 pm, officers responded to 8000 block of Bowie Road in Nanjemoy, MD for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived to find an adult male with gunshot wounds. The male was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. A preliminary investigation revealed the male was unknown by the homeowner and was shot as he approached [...]
Charles County, MD…The Charles County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) is releasing video footage related to an officer-involved shooting that occurred on December 20, 2024, on Tottenham Drive in White Plains. Under Maryland law, investigative authority in these cases rests with the Maryland Office of the Attorney General’s Independent Investigations Division (IID); therefore, the CCSO was not able to release the footage [...]
[LA PLATA, MARYLAND – May 20, 2025] The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is proud to share that Sheriff Troy D. Berry has achieved a significant academic milestone. Sheriff Berry recently graduated from the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) with a Master’s Degree in Strategic Communications. His dedication to excellence earned him the prestigious distinction of summa cum laude, the [...]
On May 5 at 12:55 p.m., a Youth Engagement Advocate (YEA), while conducting an administrative search, recovered a vaping device and cocaine from an adult student. The student will face disciplinary consequences in accordance with the Charles County Public Schools Code of Student Conduct and will also be charged criminally with possession of cocaine. DATE: May 5, 2025 CONTACT: Diane [...]