Somerset County Sheriff's Office Press Release 5-6-14

Charles Edward Collins of Mt. Vernon, arrested 4-18-14 for 4th degree burglary, and theft less than $1,000. The arrest was the result of a theft investigation where deputies alleged that Collins removed a water pump, lawn mower, and a weed eater from an outdoor shed, on a property in Mt.Vernon. Collins was later released on a $5,000 unsecured bond.

Tamera Lynn Wheatley of Salisbury, arrested 4-26-14 for possession of cocaine, possession with the intent to distribute cocaine, possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Wheatley was later released on a $25,000 unsecured bond. The arrest was the result of a traffic stop conducted by deputies in the area of Hampden Ave, Princess Anne for a traffic violation. Deputies later recovered suspected powder cocaine, crack cocaine, and marijuana.

Don Benjamin Ballard of Princess Anne, arrested 4-29-14 on a warrant for violation of probation. Ballard was later held without bond.

Akeem Khallid Claggett of Princess Anne, arrested 4-30-14 for possession of suspected marijuana, possession with the intent to distribute marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Claggett was later held on a $25,000 bond. The arrest was the result of a search and seizure warrant served by deputies at the Arden’s Run Apartment Complex in Princess Anne. Deputies later recovered suspected marijuana, and drug paraphernalia.

Timothy John Byrd of Parsonsburg, arrested 5-1-14 on a warrant for failing to appear in court. Byrd was held on a $500.00 bond.

Wallace Douglas Thomas of Crisfield, Criminal Summons served 5-1-14 for theft less than $500.00, and passing a bad check. Thomas was released on signature pending court actions.

Troy Jerome Taylor of Salisbury, arrested 5-2-14 on two warrants regarding violation of probation. Taylor was later held without bond.

Brandon Morgan Sherbes of Deal Island, arrested 5-5-14 on a Hartford County warrant for failing to appear in court. Sherbes was held without bond pending extradition. The arrest was the result of a traffic stop conduted by deputies on Deal Island Rd, Princess Anne.