Patrol officers with the Charles County Sheriff's Office detained four people – two 17-year-olds, a 15-year-old and an 18-year-old – after an armed robbery was reported March 11 on Promenade Place in Waldorf. Deputies say a later traffic stop turned up stolen property and firearms, and detectives are still working the case.
Traffic Stop Turns Up Stolen Gear And Guns, Sheriff's Office Says
According to the Charles County Sheriff's Office, deputies spotted a vehicle believed to be connected to the robbery and pulled it over at a nearby business. Four people were inside. The post states that officers could see stolen items in the car, including a jacket, shoes and a cellphone, and that they also recovered firearms during the stop.
The sheriff's office reports that one 17-year-old was carrying a loaded firearm and that a 15-year-old had a loaded gun with no serial number. The 15-year-old was transported to a juvenile facility. The post identifies the 18-year-old as Asomani Hasan Savage-El of Waldorf and says Savage-El, along with the two 17-year-olds, is being held without bond at the Charles County Detention Center while the investigation continues.
Where Suspects Are Held And What Happens Next
The Charles County Detention Center handles adult bookings for the county. For details on that facility, see the Charles County Sheriff's Office Detention Center. Juveniles who are taken into custody are typically placed under the care of the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services while they wait for court hearings, and DJS's Cheltenham Youth Detention Center serves the Capital-South region that includes Charles County.
Whether criminal charges are filed will depend on what detectives determine and on a review by the State's Attorney's Office.
How Residents Can Help The Investigation
Investigators say the probe is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call the Charles County Sheriff's Office non-emergency line at 301-932-2222 or submit an anonymous tip to Charles County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.
