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PRESS RELEASES
The Frederick County Sheriff's Office (FCSO) is a full-service law enforcement agency, an arm of the court, and a keeper of offenders. In this regard, it exists to serve the more than 290,000 citizens of Frederick County with respect, fairness, and compassion. FCSO is committed to the prevention of crime; the protection of life and property; the preservation of peace and order; the enforcement of laws and ordinances; the safeguarding of constitutional guarantees; and safekeeping of prisoners. The men, women, and officers of this office nurture public trust by holding themselves to the highest standards of performance and ethics.
Frederick Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Macharia FREDERICK, Md. (February 13, 2026) – The Frederick County Sheriff's Office Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force has arrested a Frederick man following an investigation into the possession of child sexual abuse material. The investigation began after the ICAC Task Force received a cybertip from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) regarding suspected child sexual abuse material on an online platform. Through
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Armed Robbery Reported at PNC Bank in Urbana
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE photo of suspect FREDERICK, Md. (February 4, 2026) – On February 4, 2026, at approximately 12:37 p.m., deputies with the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the PNC Bank located at 8920 Fingerboard Road for a reported panic alarm. Upon arrival, deputies quickly determined that an armed robbery had just occurred inside the bank. The investigation revealed that the suspect entered the bank, implied he was armed with a handgun, and demanded
Feb 4
Firearm Arrests Following Traffic Stop
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Bowins FREDERICK, Md. (February 3, 2026) – On January 31, 2026, at approximately 1:44 a.m., deputies conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 270 southbound at Route 85 for an equipment violation. The vehicle was occupied by the driver, Cordae Jarell Bowins, 19, of Hagerstown, and a 15-year-old juvenile male. During the course of the traffic stop, the juvenile passenger began to physically struggle with deputies while reaching towards his waistband. With t
Feb 3
Deputies Recover Stolen Firearm and Drugs During Arrest in Frederick
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Harvey FREDERICK, Md. (February 3, 2026) – On February 1, 2026, at approximately 5:37 p.m., a Frederick County Sheriff’s Office deputy conducted a traffic stop in the area of East Street and East Patrick Street. During the stop, a rear-seat passenger was identified as Jamar Harvey, 21, of Frederick, who had multiple active warrants through the Frederick Police Department, including warrants related to First Degree Assault and several firearms-related cha
Feb 3
Man Arrested in Frederick Child Exploitation Investigation
CONTACT: Katie Robine 301-600-3653 Office 227-223-9990 Cell KRobine@frederickcountymd.gov FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Martinez FREDERICK, Md. (January 27, 2026) —The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) has arrested 44-year-old Wallys Martinez, of Frederick, following an investigation into child sexual abuse material on social media. The investigation began after FCSO ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) Task Force detectives received multip
Jan 27
Man Arrested Following Commercial Burglary
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE McVicker FREDERICK, Md. (January 23, 2026) —On January 22, 2026, at approximately 11:34 p.m., FCSO deputies responded to a report of a theft at Tire World, located at 5702 Industry Lane. A deputy observed a white cargo van leaving the area and attempted a traffic stop. During the stop, a passenger exited the vehicle and fled on foot into a wooded area. The suspect was apprehended after a brief foot pursuit and identified as 38-year-old Daniel McVicker.
Jan 23
Two Arrested Following Armed Robbery Investigation in Frederick
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cervantes Cambara FREDERICK, Md. (January 7, 2026) –Detectives with the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) have arrested two suspects in connection with an armed robbery that occurred in September 2025. On September 27, 2025, deputies responded to the 5500 block of Foxhall Court for a reported armed robbery. During the investigation, deputies learned that a handgun was used in the robbery and that a victim was struck in the f
Jan 7
South Carolina Man Arrested in Frederick for Firearms and Drug Offenses
Graf FREDERICK, Md. (December 22, 2025) – On Saturday, December 20, 2025, at approximately 8:10 p.m., the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office arrested a South Carolina man following a traffic stop in the area of Route 15 northbound near Lohr Road. During the stop, the driver was identified as Edward Alan Graf , 42 , of Little River, South Carolina. Further investigation revealed Graf was driving without a valid license and was wanted on an outstanding warrant. Graf was taken i
Dec 22, 2025
Deputies Arrest Individual Wanted for Kidnapping
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington Jr. FREDERICK, Md. (December 11, 2025) –This morning, at approximately 12:15 a.m., Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) deputies attempted a traffic stop on a Hyundai Elantra in the 7300 block of Crestwood Blvd. in Frederick. The driver failed to stop and continued northbound on Route 85. Deputies were advised that the registered owner, Suba Washington Jr., 27, of Williamsport, Md., was wanted on charges of kidnapping, first-degree assaul
Dec 11, 2025
Man Arrested After Multi-Jurisdiction Vehicle Pursuit
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Burkhardt UPDATE: Burkhardt has been transferred to the Frederick County Adult Detention Center. His booking photo is now available (see above). FREDERICK, Md. (November 22, 2025) – The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) has arrested Cory Thomas Burkhardt, 37, of Idlewylde, Maryland, following a lengthy vehicle pursuit that began in Frederick County and continued into Montgomery County. The incident began on Friday, November 21, 2025, at approxim
Nov 22, 2025
Frederick County Weekly Arrest Log (11/7-11/13)
Arrests from November 7–November 13, 2025 About These Arrests:
All individuals listed were booked through the Frederick County Adult Detention Center’s Central Booking Unit. Arrests were made by the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office, Frederick City Police Department, Maryland State Police – Frederick Barrack, Thurmont Police Department, Brunswick Police Department and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. • Carlos Perez Ramirez, 53 – Burglary 4th Degree • Juan
Nov 14, 2025
Two Men Arrested After Deputies Disrupt Suspected Burglary in Progress in Frederick
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Cooper Gentry FREDERICK, Md. (November 10, 2025) –On Sunday, November 9, 2025, at approximately 8:13 p.m., deputies responded to a report of two suspicious individuals on a property in the 7000 block of Ridge Road in Frederick. When deputies arrived, they found two masked individuals hiding near the front door of the home. Both were dressed in dark clothing and wearing gloves and face coverings. As deputies approached, the individuals i
Nov 10, 2025
Frederick County Weekly Arrest Log (10/31-11/6)
Arrests from October 31–November 6, 2025 • Octaviano Lorenzo-Sandoval, 31 – Animal Cruelty • Lucas Alfaro, 59 – Sexual Abuse of a Minor • Raiquez Twyman, 23 – Assault 1st Degree • Richard Thompson, 36 – Assault 2nd Degree • Nicholas Beavers, 19 – Disorderly Conduct • Blake Colson, 20 – Disorderly Conduct / Obstructing & Hindering • Timothy Hicks, 20 – Disorderly Conduct / Resisting Arrest / Assault 2nd Degree • Felix Murray, 30 – Possession of Unregistered Fi
Nov 7, 2025
Search Warrants Lead to Firearms and Drug Arrests in Jefferson Place Neighborhood
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Benjamin Orellana Waltemath FREDERICK, Md. (November 3, 2025) –This morning, as part of an ongoing investigation into the illegal possession of firearms, Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) Detectives executed search warrants at two residences in the Jefferson Place neighborhood in Frederick. Both search warrants were carried out simultaneously. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team executed one search warrant at a residence in
Nov 3, 2025
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