11 Complete Sheriff’s Citizens Academy
Eleven participants successfully completed the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office 2024 Citizens Academy.
Police Crackdown on Illegal ATV Use
Local police are taking a zero tolerance stance regarding the illegal operation of off-road vehicles on public roads. Residents who witness this illegal behavior may submit tips to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Warns of ‘Spoofing’ Phone Scam
St. Mary’s County residents are being warned about recent phone scams in which callers impersonate deputies and demand money for supposed warrants. The scammers use caller ID spoofing to make it appear that the calls are coming from the county sheriff’s office.
Sheriff: Lock Vehicle Every Time Everywhere
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office urges all residents to lock their car doors whenever they leave their vehicles unattended.
Deputy Recruit Achieves US Citizenship
Mina Geric, a recruit at the St. Mary’s Sheriff’s Office, realized her dream of becoming a US citizen when she took her oath of allegiance last month. Her next step: completing the training program at the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy.
COPs Unit Has Successful Charity Clothing Drive
Members of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Community Oriented Policing Unit kicked off a cold-weather gear clothing drive to generate donations for needy residents while drawing attention to National Poverty Awareness Month.
COPs Provide Cold Weather Assistance, Resources
Employees of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and Health Department engaged with homeless residents December 21 to provide essential resources and assistance. They distributed bags containing cold-weather survival supplies, including hats, gloves, socks, blankets, hand warmers, and toiletries. The team also offered information about housing alternatives and food banks.
Keeping Silent Angels Forever in Minds, Hearts
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office hosted the 22nd annual Silent Angel Memorial, an observance of reflection and remembrance for family and friends of those whose lives were taken by acts of violence.
Free Firearm Safety Kits Available
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office will distribute free firearm safety kits, while supplies last, to county residents in a community safety initiative.
Sheriff’s Community Survey Results
The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office has published responses to its 2023 Community Survey. The survey’s objective was to assess citizen satisfaction with the quality of services provided by the agency.
