Worcester County Sheriff’s Office

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Vehicular heatstroke

Vehicular heatstroke deaths are 100% preventable. Help us keep all kids safe! Remember that it’s never safe to leave a child unattended in a vehicle. Always check the back seat when exiting the car, lock your doors and ensure keys are kept out of reach of small children. Check out this video from the MVA… Continue reading Vehicular heatstroke

Worcester County Firing Range will be CLOSED

The Worcester County Firing Range will be CLOSED Saturday, August 31, 2024 in observation of the Labor Day weekend. The range will reopen to the public on September 7, 2024. The public hours are from 8 am -12 pm. The cost is $5.00 per person. Targets are provided and we ask that you bring ear… Continue reading Worcester County Firing Range will be CLOSED

Wanted Wednesday -Do you know where Christopher Terry Yost is?

Christopher T. Yost is wanted on a Circuit Court Bench Warrant for Failure to Appear on a 1st Degree Burglary charge Last known address: 9942 Pitts Road, Showell, MD 21862 White/Male Blue eyes/Blond hair Date of Birth: 05/31/1975 Height: 5’07” Weight: 135 lbs If you know where Christopher T. Yost is, contact the Worcester County… Continue reading Wanted Wednesday -Do you know where Christopher Terry Yost is?

SCAM Alert

Worcester County residents, we are continuing to see an increase in Scam calls. If a caller advises you that they are a deputy with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, and that you have either missed jury duty, or failed to appear in court, DO NOT PAY ANY MONIES OVER THE PHONE. If you get this… Continue reading SCAM Alert

Wanted Wednesday: Darryl Alvestro Roots

Darryl Alvestro Roots is wanted on a District Court Bench Warrant for Failing to Appear in court when notified to do so. Last Known Address: 2451 Jones Lane, Silver Spring, Maryland Date of Birth: December 12, 1961 Height: 5’10” Weight: 152 lbs Sex: Male Race: Black If you know where Darryl Alvestro Roots is, please… Continue reading Wanted Wednesday: Darryl Alvestro Roots

A Message from Sheriff Reggie Mason

Welcome to the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Website. We are happy to provide this site as a resource for use by the county residents, visitors, media and the general public. By following us on the Internet, you can help make Worcester County a safer place to live and visit from the comfort of your living… Continue reading A Message from Sheriff Reggie Mason

Press Release July 26, 2018

PRESS RELEASE On July 20th, 2018, members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team executed a search and seizure warrant at a residence in Whalleyville, Maryland as a result of a heroin distribution investigation. The Criminal Enforcement Team was assisted by the Worcester County STAR Team, Worcester County States Attorney’s Office and the Ocean City… Continue reading Press Release July 26, 2018

Press Release July 27, 2018

PRESS RELEASE On July 24th, 2018, members of the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team conducted a traffic stop for speed in the Berlin, Maryland. Upon contact with the operator, who was identified as Jalil E. Pierce, Age 31, of Portsmouth, Virginia, Deputies could smell a strong odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. A search… Continue reading Press Release July 27, 2018

New Traffic Speed Device

One of the leading causes of crashes is speed. Last year there were 557 deaths on Maryland roadways due to automobile crashes. In an effort to reduce crashes and fatalities associated with crashes, the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office will be utilizing new technology in measuring speed. The speed detection device can record vehicle speeds and… Continue reading New Traffic Speed Device

Bone Recovered in Search in West Ocean City. Story updated! 08/09/18

Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Press release On Tuesday August 7th, at about 0930 Hrs. The Worcester County Sheriff’s office responded to homer Gudelsky Park in West Ocean City to investigate the possible recovery of a bone. Deputies responded and met with a couple who stated that they were wading out in the water and came… Continue reading Bone Recovered in Search in West Ocean City. Story updated! 08/09/18