I sent this letter to the Governor, Senate President, Comptroller, State Delegate N. Conway., Sheila Hickson and 64 other people who have anything remotely connected to budget issues, supposedly working for the citizens of Md. this past week when I read the budge would be reviewed again the 14th. I had sent a similar letter to over 86 persons when months ago I read the not so well known proposals in the "Budget Reconciliation Act." I received NO replys. I am asking you the reader to please read the entire letter before "assuming state employees" have created this mess with teachers pensions, etc. When I read the SBY story this AM about Ms Hickson trying to exclude tax on homes owned by teachers, then police, fire fighters... I was enraged, I thank the person who commented what about the plumbers, etelctricians etc.
This is the letter I sent over the past week when the May 14 review was announced. Thank you readers for continuing to read this letter:
Subject: Most AGING retirees are unable to keep up with the cost of living due to the Governors changes in our benefit package.
May 14 THE DAY to review the budget! The Governor and his constituents have once again thrown aging State retirees under the bus! Most retirees are AFRAID OF THE OUTCOME!
Md. jobs and tax dollars were also ditched when Catalyst RX (the current state RX provider) based in Rockville were ousted as the Md provider when the Governor signed a $4.5 BILLION dollar four year deal with Express Scrips based in St. Louis Mo.
After the bud ged failed to pass an article stated "costs are still rising particularly for health care coverage and other state employee benefits which leads to a need for DRASTIC cuts"
WHOA! I BEG YOU change the rules for new hires or recent hires but remember those 65 to 85 year old retirees who already worked for 30 to 40 years for less as they were led to believe that after 30 or 40 years would have a small pension and affordable health care.
Retirees do PAY monthly for insurance it is NOT FREE! In two years our RX and Health coverage deductibles are costing us $4500 a year more than three years ago. And we did not get a raise!
That deductible is the SAME FOR CEOS at DHMH DMV STATE ROADS etc and other agency department heads who made THE BIG BUCKS and BIGGER PENSIONS than the lady who sweated out 30 to 40 years in a laundry without AC providing clean linens for 1000s of Eastern Shoremen cared for at Deers Head Center Hospital.
From the Ocean City Trimpers, to the Ward Brothers, To Mayor Martins family, and all the wonderful Shore farmers and watermen ALL WERE TREATED equally and well!
That is NOT how the Governor is treating those care givers in THEIR TIME OF NEED! We as citizens are also paying for services such as septic, gas as every other Md citizen as well.
PLEASE at least put the deductible on a sliding scale! As an Rn I taught patients never stop taking their cholesterol meds thus hopefully avoiding more costly medical care. The copay on Vytorin is $50. now many will have to choose between meds or gas for the car.
A few months ago I sent 80 similar emails to every email address in the Annapolis House and Senate and NO ON replied. This is my last shot at getting SOMEONE to take another look at what has hit those already retired.
I didn't even get a ROBO call from Dr Andy Harris who if you remember during orientation week complained his family had to wait 28 days to be insured. WHAT ARE HIS BENEFITS compared to ours?
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
Salisbury Experiences Incredible Growth Expansion
Depending on how you look at growth, the following could be great news, or not. I personally think it's fantastic but your not hearing about this news anywhere else.
Get this. You know where PASCO is located on Rt. 13. They're packing up and moving to the 84 Lumber in Fruitland and a Chick-Fil-A will be moving into PASCO's old location.
Grants Texico will be relocating to the old Car Care on Rt. 13 and Goose Creek will be moving into Grants.
You know the old Safeway building that was the Jobs Center, Walgreens will be moving into that location.
Then there's the old Highs store on Main Street where Mt. Hermon Road starts. Believe it or not a 7-11 will be going into that location.
They broke ground on the old Hearne Farm. You'll soon see what they are calling the Orchard Student Housing where they'll have around 500 beds for students.
Remember the Sun Room place on Rt. 13 near Staples. There's going to be a 17,000 sq. ft. Office Complex going in that location.
There are a few more projects in the works but not set in stone like the ones I've mentioned above so we'll hold off a little while until things look more secure. So you might say Salisbury is experiencing a mini boom.
Who's The Clown Here?
My vote goes to the Salisbury City Council for being No. 1 in the clown department.
They have overspent their budget for attorneys' fees, refuse to cooperate with the mayor on anything and appear to need legal advice on even mundane issues.
The clowns in Ocean City don't come close.
I guess you get what you vote for, but looking at the numbers, not many in the city bother going to the polls -- which is exactly what this Council wants to maintain; hence, the fight over redistricting.
City Attorney Mark Tilghman seems to have discovered a never-ending need for his services -- the main reason this council needs more money for their legal fees.
Ain't life grand?
Joan B. Seiler
Eden, MD.
They have overspent their budget for attorneys' fees, refuse to cooperate with the mayor on anything and appear to need legal advice on even mundane issues.
The clowns in Ocean City don't come close.
I guess you get what you vote for, but looking at the numbers, not many in the city bother going to the polls -- which is exactly what this Council wants to maintain; hence, the fight over redistricting.
City Attorney Mark Tilghman seems to have discovered a never-ending need for his services -- the main reason this council needs more money for their legal fees.
Ain't life grand?
Joan B. Seiler
Eden, MD.
Is Walker Trying To Bribe Voters?
Desperate to keep his job in Wisconsin – recalled Governor Scott Walker is now trying to use tax dollars to bribe voters. With Wisconsin having the worst record of job creation in the entire country – and Walker losing in the polls to his recall opponent – Democrat Tom Barrett – Walker announced a $100 million investment in economic development in Milwaukee's poorest areas. That money will be used to reoccupy foreclosed homes and gives loans to small businesses. It's an initiative pushed by President Obama and championed by Democrats in the state – but opposed by Walker back when his job was safe and he claimed the state didn't have enough money for job-creating investments. Barrett responded to the timing of Walker's investment – saying, "I question the sincerity of that, when it comes 36 days before the recall election...it raises the question of whether this is about creating jobs in Milwaukee, or this is about saving Scott Walker's job." Since $25 million in campaign contributions from oil barons and banksters isn't enough so far to keep Walker's job safe – maybe $100 million in taxpayer money will be.
House Republicans Pass Measure Supporting The Discriminatory Defense Of Marriage Act
On the same day that President Obama and the nation took a major step forward toward marriage equality – Republicans in the House of Representatives tried to drag the nation backward. Hours after the President's endorsement of marriage equality – House Republicans passed a measure in support of the discriminatory Defense Against Marriage Act – known as DOMA – which is a federal ban against same-sex marriage.
The Republican measure also forbids the Department of Justice from using taxpayer funds to oppose DOMA. Even though Wednesday was a historic day for the nation – with the President of the United States coming out in support of marriage equality for this first time in history – it's clear that this will be a long battle before the LGBT community finally gets full civil rights. And we'll need the President's leadership – and grassroots pressure on all lawmakers until victory is achieved.
The Republican measure also forbids the Department of Justice from using taxpayer funds to oppose DOMA. Even though Wednesday was a historic day for the nation – with the President of the United States coming out in support of marriage equality for this first time in history – it's clear that this will be a long battle before the LGBT community finally gets full civil rights. And we'll need the President's leadership – and grassroots pressure on all lawmakers until victory is achieved.
Maryland Is Too Reliant On Income Taxes, One Group Says
While the governor has touted Maryland’s comparatively low tax burden on its high income populace, some groups are concerned that the income tax hikes proposed for next week’s special session will harm Maryland’s national rankings on taxes and business climate.
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Why Private Student Loans Are A Dangerous Game
Co-signing a younger relative's private student loans doesn't seem like such a reckless idea. After all, it's an investment in their education and careers, they'll certainly be able to pay it all back once they're educated, and they're going to outlive you, anyway. That's not always the case, and the risks can be substantial. Jessica's best friend had her grandfather, now 80 years old, co-sign her private loans with Citibank. After her sudden and shocking death, now he's on the hook for $70,000.
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Family Pulled From JetBlue Flight Because 18-Month-Old Daughter Is On "No-Fly List"
As we've already seen from the hug-happy 4-year-old, the 7-year-old on crutches, and the baby who caused the evacuation of an entire airport terminal, terror threats are getting younger and younger. The latest: An 18-month-old little girl who somehow allegedly ended up on a no-fly list.
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FDIC Announces Plan For How To Handle Failed Banks
Nearly four years on from the collapse of Lehman Brothers, Merrill Lynch and a number of other large financial institutions, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is announcing its plan for what will happen the next time a too-big-to-fail bank goes kaput.
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Man Steals His Bike Back From The Guy Who Stole It From Him
A vigilant vigilante went after his property with a vengeance in Washington, D.C., after a thief made off with his bike. Police couldn't respond fast enough, so this guy did what any bicycle-loving property owner would do — he tracked his bike down and took back what was his. Turnabout is fair play, right?
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Somerset County Sheriff's Office Press Releases 5-12-12
William Kenneth Grupp Jr. of Princess Anne, arrested 5-3-12 on a fugitive warrant. Grupp was held without bond.
Juvenile arrested at the Somerset County Vo-tech School. On 5-4-12 Deputies were called to the Vo-Tech School for a disorderly student. Deputies later arrested the juvenile, and charged him with disturbing school functions, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. The juvenile was processed and later released to parents pending juvenile court actions.
Dionte Lavar Cottman of Princess Anne, arrested 5-5-12 on a warrant regarding malicious destruction of property. Cottman was held on a $3,000 bond.
Juvenile arrested for malicious destruction of property. Deputies were called to the Hope Creek School in Marion regarding damage to a bus exit window. Deputies learned that a male juvenile had become agitated and on the bus, and kicked out the rear exit door glass. The juvenile was arrested and charged with malicious destruction of property. The juvenile was processed, and released to parents pending juvenile court actions.
Lynita Yvette Carter of Princess Anne, arrested 5-5-12 on a body attachment warrant. Carter was later released on personal recognizance pending trial.
Lakiesha Renee Collins of Princess Anne, arrested 5-5-12 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Collins was held on a $250.00 bond.
Dwight Lamont Shivers Jr. of Sharptown, arrested 5-5-12 on warrants regarding violation of probation, and failing to appear in court. Shivers was held on a $10,500 bond.
Dionte Lavar Cottman of Princess Anne, arrested 5-5-12 on a warrant regarding malicious destruction of property. Cottman was held on a $3,000 bond.
Reginald Edward Quailes Jr. of Salisbury, arrested 5-5-12 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Quailes was held on a $500.00 bond.
Byron Maurtice Johnson of Princess Anne, arrested 5-7-12 on a warrant regarding violation of probation. Johnson was held on a $50,000 bond.
Brian Anthony Williams of Windsor Mill Maryland, arrested 5-7-12 on a warrant regarding theft less than $1,000. Williams was later released on personal recognizance.
Crystal Lynette Fields of Crisfield, arrested 5-7-12 on warrants regarding child neglect, minor, and confine unattended child. Fields was later released on personal recognizance.
Henry Lee Fitchett Jr. of Crisfield, arrested 5-7-12 on a warrants regarding theft less than $1,000. Forgery of private documents, and uttering. Fitchett was later released on personal recognizance.
Brian Nathaniel Horsey of Crisfield, arrested 5-7-12 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Horsey was held without bond.
William Bruce Johnson Jr. of Princess Anne, arrested 5-8-12 on a body attachment warrant. Johnson was later released on personal recognizance.
Deshawn Maurice Taylor of Salisbury, arrested 5-9-12 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Taylor was later released on personal recognizance.
John Christopher Randono of Los Angeles California, arrested 5-9-12 on warrants regarding possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Randono was later released on personal recognizance.
Calvin Mitchell Sterling of Crisfield, arrested 5-10-12 on warrants regarding second and fourth degree burglary, theft less than $1,000, theft less than $100.00, forgery for money or goods, uttering a false document, and malicious destruction of property. Sterling was later held on a $40,000 bond.
Juvenile arrested at the Somerset County Vo-tech School. On 5-4-12 Deputies were called to the Vo-Tech School for a disorderly student. Deputies later arrested the juvenile, and charged him with disturbing school functions, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. The juvenile was processed and later released to parents pending juvenile court actions.
Dionte Lavar Cottman of Princess Anne, arrested 5-5-12 on a warrant regarding malicious destruction of property. Cottman was held on a $3,000 bond.
Juvenile arrested for malicious destruction of property. Deputies were called to the Hope Creek School in Marion regarding damage to a bus exit window. Deputies learned that a male juvenile had become agitated and on the bus, and kicked out the rear exit door glass. The juvenile was arrested and charged with malicious destruction of property. The juvenile was processed, and released to parents pending juvenile court actions.
Lynita Yvette Carter of Princess Anne, arrested 5-5-12 on a body attachment warrant. Carter was later released on personal recognizance pending trial.
Lakiesha Renee Collins of Princess Anne, arrested 5-5-12 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Collins was held on a $250.00 bond.
Dwight Lamont Shivers Jr. of Sharptown, arrested 5-5-12 on warrants regarding violation of probation, and failing to appear in court. Shivers was held on a $10,500 bond.
Dionte Lavar Cottman of Princess Anne, arrested 5-5-12 on a warrant regarding malicious destruction of property. Cottman was held on a $3,000 bond.
Reginald Edward Quailes Jr. of Salisbury, arrested 5-5-12 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Quailes was held on a $500.00 bond.
Byron Maurtice Johnson of Princess Anne, arrested 5-7-12 on a warrant regarding violation of probation. Johnson was held on a $50,000 bond.
Brian Anthony Williams of Windsor Mill Maryland, arrested 5-7-12 on a warrant regarding theft less than $1,000. Williams was later released on personal recognizance.
Crystal Lynette Fields of Crisfield, arrested 5-7-12 on warrants regarding child neglect, minor, and confine unattended child. Fields was later released on personal recognizance.
Henry Lee Fitchett Jr. of Crisfield, arrested 5-7-12 on a warrants regarding theft less than $1,000. Forgery of private documents, and uttering. Fitchett was later released on personal recognizance.
Brian Nathaniel Horsey of Crisfield, arrested 5-7-12 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Horsey was held without bond.
William Bruce Johnson Jr. of Princess Anne, arrested 5-8-12 on a body attachment warrant. Johnson was later released on personal recognizance.
Deshawn Maurice Taylor of Salisbury, arrested 5-9-12 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Taylor was later released on personal recognizance.
John Christopher Randono of Los Angeles California, arrested 5-9-12 on warrants regarding possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia. Randono was later released on personal recognizance.
Calvin Mitchell Sterling of Crisfield, arrested 5-10-12 on warrants regarding second and fourth degree burglary, theft less than $1,000, theft less than $100.00, forgery for money or goods, uttering a false document, and malicious destruction of property. Sterling was later held on a $40,000 bond.
Last Minute Reservations Still Available At Boonies
Mother's Day Specials
Boonies is looking forward to serving Mom all weekend...with Dust 'n Bones Saturday Night and the Traditional celebration of Mom on Sunday, we have something to do with Mom any day!
For Mom this week...
Featured Appetizer
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Featured Entrees
Stuffed Filet 6 oz Filet Mignon topped with our Lump Crab Imperial
Seared Scallops Jumbo Sea Scallops seared, finished with a YUMMY Garlic Cream Sauce.
Jerk Lamb Jerk Marinated and seared Lollipop Lamb Chops
Fresh Catch Grilled Salmon, fresh Cucumber Aioli
Still Accepting Reservations for Mother's Day! Open 12 Noon- 8 pm. Come see us to celebrate her special day!!
Boonies is looking forward to serving Mom all weekend...with Dust 'n Bones Saturday Night and the Traditional celebration of Mom on Sunday, we have something to do with Mom any day!
For Mom this week...
Featured Appetizer
Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Featured Entrees
Stuffed Filet 6 oz Filet Mignon topped with our Lump Crab Imperial
Seared Scallops Jumbo Sea Scallops seared, finished with a YUMMY Garlic Cream Sauce.
Jerk Lamb Jerk Marinated and seared Lollipop Lamb Chops
Fresh Catch Grilled Salmon, fresh Cucumber Aioli
Still Accepting Reservations for Mother's Day! Open 12 Noon- 8 pm. Come see us to celebrate her special day!!
How Strict Should Stores Be About Employees-Only Bathrooms?
While retail stores all need someplace for employees to wash up and occasionally relieve themselves, many stores have a "staff only" policy for access to the toilet. But are there situations where the store staffers should make an exception in the name of saving a customer from embarrassment?
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USPS Loses $3.2 Billion In Second Quarter Of 2012
The Postal Service lost $3.2 billion in the second quarter of the fiscal year. While that was no surprise, the agency was hoping the bad news would persuade Congress to help it. The Postal Service blamed most of the losses on a requirement to prepay retirees' health benefits and asked Congress to repeal the law. Without lawmakers' help, officials said they would default on payments of about $11 billion this year. The news came a day after the Postal Service announced it had backed off a plan to close thousands of post offices. The proposal angered many rural lawmakers.
Melson Power Show TODAY
ALL Events; Mud Bog,
Sand Drag,
Truck/Tractor Pull and
Garden Tractor Pull will
be held on Saturday!!!
**Rain dates will be made up on the following Saturday.**
Saturday, May 12th is the first event
of the season! Registration at 3pm
and event starts at 5pm!!
Sand Drag,
Truck/Tractor Pull and
Garden Tractor Pull will
be held on Saturday!!!
**Rain dates will be made up on the following Saturday.**
Saturday, May 12th is the first event
of the season! Registration at 3pm
and event starts at 5pm!!
Openly Gay Service Members Haven't Hurt The Military
Defense Secretary Leon Panetta said having openly gay service members has not hurt the military a bit. He said it was now "part and parcel" of what is accepted. The military services and combatant commands have sent Panetta monthly updates since Don't Ask Don't Tell was repealed nine months ago. The Associated Press said: No leader has reported problems with military order or discipline because of the change. Officials said they were worried beforehand simply because they did not know the impact it would have.
Lost Dog: UPDATE
My dog went missing yesterday on east line rd in delmar. Accross from guy ward rd. Her name is puppay. She is only a year old. She was not wearing her collar. We miss her so much.
A Happy Drunk
Former Federal Aviation Administration Administrator Randy Babbit lost his job after being arrested for drunk driving, but now a judge has dismissed charges against him. The judge ruled that the police officer had no legitimate reason to stop Babbit, who resigned after the arrest last fall. He said he was "thrilled" at this outcome, but he didn't regret stepping down. He said he plans to work in aviation consulting.
Trooper Involved Shooting Being Investigated In Claymont
Location:
· 4th Avenue and Brandywine Avenue (Overlook Colony), Claymont, DE
Date of Occurrence:
· Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 3:00 a.m.
Defendant/Charges/Bond Information:
· Leo J. Pierce-36 of Bear, DE (photo not available at time of release)
· Below Charges are from previous incident that occurred 051012
· Reckless Endangering First Degree
· Receiving Stolen Property
· Resisting Arrest
· Disregarding a Police Officer Signal
· Criminal Mischief
· Other related traffic offenses
· Bond Information pending arraignment
Resume:
Claymont-The Delaware State Police continue to investigate a Trooper involved shooting that occurred early this morning in Claymont, DE
The following information outlines the initial investigation into a Trooper involved shooting that occurred early this morning. The incident occurred on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at approximately 3:00 a.m. as Troopers were in the area of Overlook Colony searching for Leo J. Pierce-36 who was wanted on the above charges that were the result of a pursuit of a stolen vehicle involving the Wilmington Police Department, Delaware State Police, and the Newport Police Department, which occurred on Thursday, May 10, 2012. The pursuit ended on Washington Avenue near Elsmere, where the suspect rammed a Newport Police Department patrol vehicle. The operator of the stolen vehicle, later identified as Pierce, abandoned the car and fled on foot into a wooded area and was not located. There were no injuries as a result of this incident.
On Saturday, May 12, 2012 at approximately 3:00 a.m. Troopers received information that Pierce was in the Overlook Colony area in Claymont. Troopers searching the area observed Pierce walking in the area of 4th Avenue and Brandywine Avenue, where he got into the driver’s seat of a 2005 Lincoln LS Sedan that was parked facing eastbound on 4th Avenue. As Troopers approached the Lincoln they gave Pierce verbal commands to exit the vehicle and he did not comply. A Trooper located on the driver’s side of the Lincoln broke out the driver’s side window as Pierce began to move forward. The Trooper deployed his Divisional issued Taser device on Pierce with no effect. Pierce accelerated forward at a high rate of speed with the front of the Lincoln striking and pushing forward a parked vehicle that was located to the front. Pierce accelerated and swerved to the left onto a grass strip and onto the sidewalk, directly towards a Trooper that was positioned on the sidewalk. The Trooper discharged several rounds from his Divisional issued weapon striking the front and windshield of the Lincoln. The Lincoln continued forward with the Trooper able to jump out of its path. The vehicle continued approximately 20’ in an eastbound direction traveling down the sidewalk, coming to rest straddling the sidewalk and roadway on the northwest corner of Brandywine Avenue. Pierce was removed from the vehicle and taken into custody.
The Lincoln LS sedan that Pierce was operating was reported stolen from the Sheridan Nissan dealership on Thursday, May 10, 2012.
Troopers involved in this incident were not injured.
Leo Pierce was not struck by the Trooper’s discharged rounds but was transported to Wilmington Hospital Emergency Room for medical evaluation, treated and released into the custody of Troopers.
Pierce was charged with the above crimes which are related to the incident that occurred on Thursday, May 10, 2012. He was awaiting arraignment at the time of this release. Charges for this morning’s incident are pending the conclusion of the ongoing investigation. Pierce is also an active probationer and was also wanted by the Delaware State Police on active warrants for two separate shoplifting charges that occurred within the last week.
The Trooper involved in this incident is a 14 year veteran of the Delaware State Police assigned to Troop 2. He has been placed on administrative leave as per Divisional policy, pending the outcome of the investigation.
Detectives from the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit responded to the scene and are conducting the investigation. This is an active investigation with detectives continuing their investigation, evidence processing, and interviews.
· 4th Avenue and Brandywine Avenue (Overlook Colony), Claymont, DE
Date of Occurrence:
· Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 3:00 a.m.
Defendant/Charges/Bond Information:
· Leo J. Pierce-36 of Bear, DE (photo not available at time of release)
· Below Charges are from previous incident that occurred 051012
· Reckless Endangering First Degree
· Receiving Stolen Property
· Resisting Arrest
· Disregarding a Police Officer Signal
· Criminal Mischief
· Other related traffic offenses
· Bond Information pending arraignment
Resume:
Claymont-The Delaware State Police continue to investigate a Trooper involved shooting that occurred early this morning in Claymont, DE
The following information outlines the initial investigation into a Trooper involved shooting that occurred early this morning. The incident occurred on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at approximately 3:00 a.m. as Troopers were in the area of Overlook Colony searching for Leo J. Pierce-36 who was wanted on the above charges that were the result of a pursuit of a stolen vehicle involving the Wilmington Police Department, Delaware State Police, and the Newport Police Department, which occurred on Thursday, May 10, 2012. The pursuit ended on Washington Avenue near Elsmere, where the suspect rammed a Newport Police Department patrol vehicle. The operator of the stolen vehicle, later identified as Pierce, abandoned the car and fled on foot into a wooded area and was not located. There were no injuries as a result of this incident.
On Saturday, May 12, 2012 at approximately 3:00 a.m. Troopers received information that Pierce was in the Overlook Colony area in Claymont. Troopers searching the area observed Pierce walking in the area of 4th Avenue and Brandywine Avenue, where he got into the driver’s seat of a 2005 Lincoln LS Sedan that was parked facing eastbound on 4th Avenue. As Troopers approached the Lincoln they gave Pierce verbal commands to exit the vehicle and he did not comply. A Trooper located on the driver’s side of the Lincoln broke out the driver’s side window as Pierce began to move forward. The Trooper deployed his Divisional issued Taser device on Pierce with no effect. Pierce accelerated forward at a high rate of speed with the front of the Lincoln striking and pushing forward a parked vehicle that was located to the front. Pierce accelerated and swerved to the left onto a grass strip and onto the sidewalk, directly towards a Trooper that was positioned on the sidewalk. The Trooper discharged several rounds from his Divisional issued weapon striking the front and windshield of the Lincoln. The Lincoln continued forward with the Trooper able to jump out of its path. The vehicle continued approximately 20’ in an eastbound direction traveling down the sidewalk, coming to rest straddling the sidewalk and roadway on the northwest corner of Brandywine Avenue. Pierce was removed from the vehicle and taken into custody.
The Lincoln LS sedan that Pierce was operating was reported stolen from the Sheridan Nissan dealership on Thursday, May 10, 2012.
Troopers involved in this incident were not injured.
Leo Pierce was not struck by the Trooper’s discharged rounds but was transported to Wilmington Hospital Emergency Room for medical evaluation, treated and released into the custody of Troopers.
Pierce was charged with the above crimes which are related to the incident that occurred on Thursday, May 10, 2012. He was awaiting arraignment at the time of this release. Charges for this morning’s incident are pending the conclusion of the ongoing investigation. Pierce is also an active probationer and was also wanted by the Delaware State Police on active warrants for two separate shoplifting charges that occurred within the last week.
The Trooper involved in this incident is a 14 year veteran of the Delaware State Police assigned to Troop 2. He has been placed on administrative leave as per Divisional policy, pending the outcome of the investigation.
Detectives from the Delaware State Police Homicide Unit responded to the scene and are conducting the investigation. This is an active investigation with detectives continuing their investigation, evidence processing, and interviews.
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