A Virginia couple found themselves in handcuffs following a dangerous road rage incident on Maryland highways. The altercation, involving a firearm, took place in Somerset County, resulting in the arrests of Kiana Chandler, 31, and Rendell Chandler, 31, both residents of Painter, Virginia. According to the Maryland State Police, the incident occurred shortly before 2:20 p.m. last Saturday. A driver reported being brake checked by a blue Volkswagen, which Kiana Chandler was operating. When attempting to overtake the Volkswagen, the driver claimed to have been threatened with a gun by Kiana Chandler.
The Maryland Department of State Police released a statement detailing the charges against Kiana, which include first- and second-degree assault, reckless endangerment, and other related offenses. Her partner, Rendell, faces charges related to the possession of a handgun in the vehicle. Transported to the Princess Anne Barrack for processing, the Chandlers appeared before a district court commissioner, and later, Kiana was released on a $30,000 unsecured bond, while Rendell was released on his own recognizance.
The investigation, spearheaded by troopers from the Maryland State Police Princess Anne Barrack with assistance from the Pocomoke City Police Department, resulted in the swift apprehension of the Chandlers near the Virginia state line. After conducting a high-risk traffic stop, the police found a 9mm handgun with a loaded magazine in the Volkswagen. Despite the high tension of the situation, there were no injuries reported.
The State Police, committed to reducing gun violence on Maryland roads, encourage those who may have witnessed last Saturday's incident to come forward and contact the Princess Anne Barrack at 443-260-3700. Callers can expect privacy, as they may remain anonymous. The State Police's efforts extend beyond this single event—it seeks to advance ongoing homicide investigations, including the cases of Delonte Hicks and Charles Marks, asking anyone with relevant information to contact their Highway Gun Crimes Initiative at 410-538-1887, keeping the caller's identity confidential.
