David Dale Collins II, a 42-year-old resident of Oakland, was arrested on May 4 following an investigation by the Garrett County Sheriff’s Office. Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division obtained an arrest warrant for Collins for violations of Maryland’s Sexual Offender Registration Status, according to a statement released by Sheriff Bryson Meyers on May 5.
Deputies located and stopped Collins along Swanton Road near Painter School Road. He was placed under arrest based on the warrant and charged with failure to register as a sexual offender. After his arrest, Collins was transported to the Garrett County Detention Center where he is being held pending a bond hearing.
Sheriff Bryson Meyers said: “On May 4, 2026, Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division obtained an arrest warrant for David Dale Collins II, 42 years old, Oakland, for violations of Maryland’s Sexual Offender Registration Status. Deputies located and stopped Collins along Swanton Road near Painter School Road, and he was placed under arrest on the strength of the arrest warrant.”
The Garrett County Sheriff’s Office provides services including arrests, traffic stops, K-9 unit deployments, and incident investigations as part of its commitment to community security and crime prevention according to the official website. The office also promotes community well-being by addressing offenses such as trespassing and drug possession while encouraging public involvement in crime prevention efforts according to the official website.
The Sheriff’s Office extends its operations throughout Garrett County—including areas like Oakland—and works closely with residents by gathering tips about criminal activities or suspicious behavior. Rewards are offered for information leading to arrests according to the official website.
