Stun Gun Recovered from Student at Matthew Henson Middle School

PRESS RELEASE: Stun Gun Recovered from Student at Matthew Henson Middle School

On April 18 at 12:08 p.m., two students at Mathew Henson Middle School were involved in a scuffle at which time one of the students involved activated a stun gun in the school hallway. School staff separated the students and recovered the stun gun. No injuries were reported. The school resource officer was notified and initiated an investigation. In accordance with Maryland law, the student cannot be criminally charged, however, the Charles County Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) has been made aware of the situation for possible follow-up services as needed. The student faces disciplinary action through the CCPS. Anyone with details about this case is asked to call Officer Quigley at 301-609-3282 ext. 0722.

La Plata Police Officer Seizes Handgun on Traffic Stop

PRESS RELEASE: La Plata Police Officer Seizes Handgun on Traffic Stop

On April 18, 2023, at approximately 10:51 p.m. hours, an officer conducted a vehicle stop on Drury Drive at Crain Highway on a vehicle displaying Virginia tags. Upon interviewing the driver, the officer noticed the odor of marihuana emanating from the vehicle. Search located a quantity of marihuana and a loaded Taurus 9 mm handgun. The driver, Ajani Lewis, 31-years of age, of Baltimore, was arrested and transported to the Charles County Detention Center. He was released on a $3,500 unsecured bond.

Wednesday’s Weather Forecast for Southern Maryland 4/19/23

Good Morning Southern Maryland. Today is Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Through the day, temperatures rising into the lower 70s with sunny skies. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 MPH.

Into the evening, temperatures dropping into the mid 50s with clear skies. Winds Light and Variable.

Thur: 82/61 Partly Cloudy

Fri: 87/60 Mostly Sunny

Sat: 77/51 Showers

Sun: 66/43 Partly Cloudy

Mon: 62/44 Mostly Sunny