The Garrett County Sheriff’s Office announced on April 10 that three individuals were arrested and charged with drug offenses following a traffic stop in Kitzmiller. The arrests took place on April 9, when the Garrett County Narcotics Task Force, assisted by county sheriff’s deputies, Maryland Natural Resources Police, and Maryland State Police, stopped a vehicle and conducted a search.
According to Sheriff Bryson Meyers, deputies developed probable cause during the stop to search the vehicle. They found controlled dangerous substances and drug paraphernalia inside. As a result of the investigation, Tonia Jo Collins of Oakland was charged with possession of methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl; Mark Allen Harvey of Kitzmiller was charged with possession of cocaine and fentanyl; William Edmon DeWitt of Oakland was also charged with possession of cocaine and fentanyl. All three were taken to the Garrett County Detention Center for processing.
The case highlights ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to address offenses such as trespassing and drug possession while encouraging public involvement in crime prevention according to the official website. The office gathers tips from residents about criminal activities or suspicious behavior as part of its focus on enhancing public safety according to the official website.
Garrett County Sheriff’s Office operations extend across areas like Oakland and Garrett Highway in Maryland according to the official website. The agency collaborates with citizens by offering rewards for information leading to arrests according to the official website.
Services provided by the sheriff’s office include arrests, traffic stops, K-9 unit deployments, and incident investigations according to the official website. It is dedicated to community security through crime prevention initiatives according to the official website, engaging residents through rewards for actionable tips and handling warrants as part of maintaining legal standards. The office encourages public participation in preventing crime according to the official website.
