Salisbury Police Department Press Releases

Holly Anne Sterling, 32yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for Assault on a Police Officer, Obstruction/Hindering and False Statement. Philip Scott Bailey, 30yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Resist Arrest, Obstruction/Hindering, Fail to Obey a Lawful Order, and two counts of Reckless Endangerment. On January 27, 2009 at 6:09pm, officers responded to the 100 block of Center Street for a report of drug activity inside a residence. On arrival, officers made contact with Sterling and Bailey. After entering into the residence the officers detected a strong smell of burning marihuana. As the officers attempted to speak with Bailey, he fled from the residence. When the officers began to give a foot pursuit, Sterling grabbed one of the officers by the collar of his shirt to prevent the officer from giving chase. The officer was able to break free and assist with the apprehension of Bailey on Roland Street. A search of Bailey incident to his arrest located a quantity of suspected cocaine and prescription medication. After her arrest, Sterling provided the officers with a false name because she was also wanted in Worcester County, MD. Both subjects were transported and released to the custody of Central Booking. 200900003005

John Robert Banks, 51yoa, of Salisbury and Cynthia Lynetta Jones, 48yoa, of Salisbury were both arrested for Theft over $500, Theft under $500, and Theft Scheme over $500. Both Banks and Jones were employed by Super Fresh. Over a period of time, Banks and Jones were able to steal a large quantity of groceries without paying for any of the items while both were working. Banks and Jones were transported and released to the custody of Central Booking.
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