Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr.Governor

GOVERNOR’S MESSAGE

This hasbeen abusyyear forall stateemploy-ees andthe menandwomenof the Maryland StatePolice are no exception. Together, we have workedhard to provideoutstanding state servicesto our citizens. Public safety is one of thefive pillars of the Ehrlich-Steele Administration. Each day, LieutenantGovernor Steele and Iwork to ensure that publicsafety remains at theforefront of the qualityservices we provide. As a Maryland StatePolice employee, you arevital to our success in thisendeavor. Whether youare a trooper or a civilianemployee, the work youdo each day has a directimpact on the quality oflife Maryland citizensenjoy. You have been calledupon countless times this (continued on Page 16)

The Maryland T r o o p e r Volume 10 Number 4 Colonel Thomas E. “Tim” Hutchins, Secretary Sept-Dec 2004

MISSION FOCUSPROMPTSORGANIZATIONALCHANGES Colonel Thomas E.Hutchins, Secretary of theDepartment of State Police,announced organizationalchanges within the MarylandState Police aimed at bettersupporting the public safetyagenda of Governor RobertL. Ehrlich, Jr., by increasingthe agency’s effectiveness inaccomplishing its mission,reducing the top rankstructure and improvingoverall efficiency. Colonel Hutchinsimplemented these changesafter a careful review of theState Police, which includedinput from the more than1,500 troopers and 740civilian employees. The newstructural changes can bestbe described as a return tothe tradition of the MarylandState Police. The previous four bureauswithin the Maryland StatePolice have been reduced tothree. They are the FieldOperations Bureau,Homeland Security andInvestigation Bureau, andSupport Services Bureau. The Field OperationsBureau is the largest of the (continued on Page 2)

Colonel Thomas E. HutchinsSecretary

SECRETARY’S MESSAGE Since I became Secretaryof the Department of StatePolice, you have heard mespeak often of my ongoingreview of the operationsand administration of theMaryland State Police. The purpose of myreview, which includedemployee input, was toobjectively identify our strengths and ourweaknesses. It was not to find fault with theDepartment. My hope was to obtain adetailed look at what the Department waslike after my 10-year absence. The reviews and recommendations arecomplete and plans for the future have beenproduced. I met personally with GovernorEhrlich and discussed these plans with him. I have his full support. More importantly,each of you within the Department of StatePolice has the full support of the Ehrlich-Steele Administration. Governor Ehrlichand Lieutenant Governor Steele appreciateyour dedication to duty and your desire toprovide quality law enforcement services toour citizens. They are committed to doingeverything possible to support us in ourmission. The constant focus of our plan can be bestsummed up as “Troopers First – Back toBasics.” When I use this description I amreferring to our women and men who are thefirst responders within our Department, so this includes our civilian employees. Whether you are answering the emergencyphone call, dispatching a trooper, orresponding to the call for help, you are our

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REORGANIZATION (continued)three and consists of the uniform patrol forcesassigned to barracks statewide, TransportationSafety Command, Aviation Command, and SpecialOperations Command. The barracks have beendivided into five “troops” which will be commandedby captains. Four barracks commanders are femalelieutenants. The Homeland Security and Investigation Bureauincludes the Homeland Security Command,Investigation Command, and the RecordsCommand. Its mission will include helping toprotect the State against acts of terrorism andconducting statewide drug and criminalinvestigations. The Support Services Bureau is comprised of thePersonnel Command and the Logistics Command. The bureau will focus on hiring and training newtroopers, as well as providing the equipment andtechnology all troopers need to do their jobseffectively. “The Maryland State Police is an outstandingpolice department, but there are improvements wecan make that will benefit both our employees andthe citizens we serve,” Colonel Hutchins said. “Aided by input from our employees, I haveimplemented changes that will enable us to be moreeffective in providing the highest quality lawenforcement services to the people of Maryland.” Colonel Hutchins has defined the mission of theMaryland State Police as enforcing thetransportation laws of the state while managingincidents to minimize disruptions in traffic flow;enforcing the criminal laws of Maryland inconformance with jurisdictional agreements, with aspecial emphasis on interstate and intrastate crime;conducting homeland security operations; andproviding support to local law enforcementagencies. All actions of Maryland State Policeemployees are to be directed toward accomplishingthat mission. Colonel Hutchins met with State Policecommanders on Monday, October 25 to unveil theorganizational changes. A number of personnelreassignments occurred due to the changes. Commanders reported to their new assignments onWednesday, October 27.

MARYLAND STATE POLICEINTERDICTION TEAM TARGETSCRIMINALS ON THE HIGHWAYSby Major Greg Shipley, CommanderMedia Communications Section

Drug smugglers, gun runners and fugitives fromjustice are just a few of the criminals in the sights ofan expanding team of Maryland State Troopers.

They are members of the Maryland State PoliceInterstate Criminal Enforcement Team. This teamof specially trained troopers was formed in mid-2003 and directed to focus on interdicting all typesof criminals moving in and through Maryland bymotor vehicle. Before deploying, the team received intenseinterdiction training. Much of that training includedthe latest Constitutional law issues and court rulingsinvolving search and seizure. The team alsocompleted the professional traffic stop trainingcourse approved by the Civil Rights Division of theU.S. Department of Justice. Each trooper uses a car

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LAST CHOW CALLby Denise K. Masimore, Public Affairs Officer IIMedia Communications Section

No longer will cadences echo throughout MarylandState Police headquarters. There is a quietness inPikesville–one that I haven’t heard for the past 35years. With the relocation of the Education andTraining Section to the new Sykesville facility, a partof our history closes and a new chapter begins. The history of the academy’s first permanent homedates back to the 1950s. On September 9, 1950,dedication ceremonies were held and the formerfederal arsenal and Maryland Old Line ConfederateSoldiers’ Home officially became headquarters forthe Maryland State Police. With the need for apermanent and more adequate place for the policeacademy for training, construction began in March1953. The old building on this spot was toodeteriorated for renovation, so a new one waserected. The Maryland State Police TrainingAcademy was dedicated on March 29, 1954. On Tuesday, December 31, 1954, the 34th Trooper

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The motto of the 121st Trooper Candidate Class was “Find AWay or Make One.” (MSP PHOTO BY AMY HAGER)

Page 3 Maryland Trooper Sept-Dec 2004 121st GRADUATES! Lieutenant Governor Michael Steele joinedMaryland State Police Secretary, Colonel Thomas E.Hutchins, as he presided over graduation ceremoniesfor the 121st Trooper Candidate Class. ColonelHutchins administered the oath of office to 25 newtroopers as they graduated, making them the lastclass to complete training at headquarters inPikesville. “Public safety is an honorable profession thatcannot be measured or compared,” said LieutenantGovernor Michael Steele. “Governor Ehrlich and Icongratulate the new graduates and stand committedto providing them the support they need to protectthe citizens of Maryland.” “The Department you have become part of today isfocused in its mission, but extremely varied in howwe accomplish our mission,” Colonel Hutchins said. “Our mission is to enforce the traffic laws ofMaryland and manage traffic incidents to provide forthe efficient flow of traffic; to enforce the criminallaws, with a focus on inter and intrastate crime; toprovide homeland security; and to support local lawenforcement wherever and to the extent possible.This is the life of the Maryland State Police. It is acycle that does not end. The lights never go out in aState Police barracks, this is the life you are now apart of.” Several awards were presented to the members ofthe graduating class. The Lobe Award, honoring theclass president, was awarded to Trooper Michael S.Hegedus. He was chosen by his peers to representthe class. The Dr. Henry S. Hohouser Award forHighest Academic Average was presented toTrooper Christopher G. Tappan. Trooper Tappanwas also presented a plaque by the MarylandTroopers Association for attaining the highest

overall achievement average for all topics presentedduring training. For the highest average in physicaltraining, Trooper Richard G. Hoffman received an

award presented by Fraternal Order of Police Lodge69 in memory of Corporal Ted Wolf. The EdToatley Leadership Award was presented toTrooper Michael J. Porta by the Coalition of BlackMaryland State Troopers. Trooper Porta wasrecognized by his peers for displaying modelperformance and taking a leading role in assistingother candidates with attaining their goals to becomeMaryland State Troopers. The new troopers completed an intensive 26-weektraining course. They trained in the basics of trafficand criminal law enforcement. After graduation,they reported to their new assignments for eightweeks of field training with a seasoned trooper before they patrol alone. Sixteen troopers reportedto the Eastern Region and nine reported to theWestern Region. We welcome the 121st Trooper Candidate Class tothe Maryland State Police family.Trooper William R. AbeyTrooper David L. AvilaTrooper Edward T. BilbroughTrooper Brian A. ClintonTrooper Jean L. DavenportTrooper Stephen C. DecerboTrooper Sean P. DucheminTrooper Robert L. GiffinTrooper Michael S. HegedusTrooper Richard G. HoffmanTrooper Lance L. LloydTrooper Danielle C. MarketteTrooper Michael F. McComasTrooper Tamarapreye E. OborokumoTrooper Steven L. ParisanTrooper Michael J. PortaTrooper Thomas M. RuelTrooper Clyde T. SimplerTrooper Joseph L. SplendidoTrooper Christopher G. TappanTrooper Jason G. TreleavenTrooper Vincent W. UpoleTrooper Andrew D. WilliamsTrooper Tracy ZalenskiTrooper Deborah L. Zittel

Wallace J. MowbraySergeant

Retired Superintendent Colonel Thomas S. Smith, ColonelThomas E. Hutchins, Mrs. Iris Mowbray, and Sgt.Mowbray’s children, Robin Bell, Rusty and Ryan Mowbray,unveil the monument.

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MOWBRAY MEMORIAL DEDICATED Sergeant WallaceJ. Mowbray servedthe Maryland StatePolice from January8, 1962 to August10, 1975. Duringhis tenure hereceived aSuperintendent’sCommendation forhis initiative,ingenuity andperseverance inhandling criminalcases. He was alsocited by theAmerican Legionfor outstandingservice to his community and dedication to hisprofession. On the night of August 9, 1975, SergeantMowbray answered the call to duty. He spotted ablue van with four occupants parked in front ofBaker’s Liquor store in the town of Chester. Sergeant Mowbray sensed that something justwasn’t right. He decided to check it out. He parkedhis cruiser between the van and the liquor store. Heapproached the driver’s side of the van and askedfor a driver’s license and registration. The drivercomplied and Sergeant Mowbray got back into hiscruiser to run a tag check. The van was stolen and two of the occupants hadoutstanding warrants. The occupants carried asawed-off shotgun. With their robbery plan nowcompromised, they shot Sergeant Mowbray in thehead. He succumbed to his injuries on August 10. Sergeant Wallace J. “Wally” Mowbray has beendescribed as a man with natural police ability abovethe ordinary. He was known as a devoted familyman and a really nice guy who loved softball andenjoyed coaching and mentoring young people. Hebelieved in justice tempered with a little mercy andcompassion for people. We describe him as one of “Maryland’s Finest.” On the 29th anniversary of his death, a memorialhonoring Sergeant Wallace J. Mowbray wasdedicated at the Centreville Barracks. His family,and many friends and co-workers were inattendance.

MOWBRAY MURDER UPDATE Sergeant Wallace J. Mowbray died on August 10,1975 at the hands of Richard Clinton Patterson. ButCharles Edward Watson was inside the van whenPatterson shot Sergeant Mowbray. Watson receivedlife plus 95 years for his involvement in the murder,

and a kidnaping and rape which occurred shortlythereafter. Watson was released in 1991, after his convictionwas overturned. The judge said Watson nevershould have been given a life sentence becauseaccessory to murder carries a maximum prisonsentence of only five years. Watson received a newtrial. He pleaded guilty to accessory to murder, twocounts of kidnaping and weapons violations. Hisrevised sentence was for 27 years. Upon release, Watson returned to the Glen Burniearea and worked as a painter. He remained mostlycrime free until December 1, 2003. It was on thatday he decided to rob the Carrollton Bank at 427Crain Highway in Glen Burnie. Watson, 58, is nowheaded back to prison to serve 20 years for armedrobbery and handgun violations. The sentences willrun concurrently.

Friends , family and co-workers joined SergeantsPatrick (seated in dark baseball cap and dark shirtholding his son, Jack) and Dalaine Brady (standingnext to Pat) and their sons, Max and Jack, at SandyPoint State Park.

Pumpkin painting was a popular activity.

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A SPECIAL THANK YOUby First Sergeant Chris Sasse, Police Academy Division

It was in the afternoon on March 8, 2004, when acar crashed on I-695 at Route 40 in BaltimoreCounty, Maryland. The crash changed the course oftwo families--one immediate and one extended. The driver of the car was Sergeant Patrick Brady,assigned to the Homeland Security and IntelligenceBureau. For reasons unknown, the sickness thatcaused Sergeant Brady to crash is still a mystery.After the crash, Sergeant Brady had severalsurgeries. He lost part of one limb, spent months inthe hospital and has endured endless hours ofrehabilitation. Pat has come home full time to continue hisrehabilitation. He is working hard to regain whatthe collision temporarily took from him. SergeantPatrick Brady will succeed with the assistance of hiswife, Dalaine, a Maryland State Police sergeant also;his two sons, Max and Jack; and all of his family. On October 3, 2004, a beautiful Sunday afternoonat Sandy Point State Park, Sergeants Patrick andDalaine Brady shared their appreciation and thankedboth families for their never-ending assistance. Family, friends, co-workers, and many of Pat’smedical staff feasted on pit beef, turkey and all thefixins from Atlantic Caterers. Adults and childrenenjoyed a hay ride. Pumpkins and paints weresupplied for anyone wishing to show off his or herartistic talents. But, everyone took turns spendingquality time with the Bradys. Near the end of the afternoon, Sergeant DalaineBrady made several special presentations. The first was a shadow box with a plaque depicting a trooper,MSP helicopter, and MSP insignia which waspresented to Tracey Heath and Kathy Berry. Tracey

and Kathy were members of the large Shock Traumateam who helped Pat survive his trauma. Traceywill ensure the shadow box is placed in plain view atthe Shock Trauma Unit. Sergeant Dalaine Brady also showed greatappreciation to the Sergeant Randy Morris GolfTournament by presenting a brass plaque to Mrs.Cecilia Morris, Randy’s mother. The plaque will bedisplayed at future golf tournaments. Proceeds fromthe 2004 golf tournament were graciously given tothe Bradys to help defray costs for immediatespecial home rehabilitation and integration projects. These projects will allow Pat to move about hishome more comfortably. Other improvements arebeing coordinated through the Injured WorkersInsurance Fund. Sergeant Dalaine Brady presented engraved gavelsto each Maryland Troopers Association lodge,Coalition of Black Maryland State Troopers and tothe Maryland Chapter of Concerns of PoliceSurvivors (COPS) for their assistance. Dalainenoted COPS was at Shock Trauma one hour afterPat arrived by helicopter. The last presentation was made to the Departmentof Maryland State Police. A cast iron and woodbench with a brass plaque was donated for display inthe headquarters quadrangle near the Fallen HeroesMemorial. The bench was accepted by FirstSergeant Derek White on behalf of Maryland StatePolice Secretary Colonel Thomas E. Hutchins. The Brady family would like to extend a heart felt“Thank You” to their extended family and theywelcome any correspondence. Sergeant PatrickBrady continues to rehabilitate with his prosthesiswhile he waits for his last surgery. In the meantime,he is working on gaining weight and strength.

(From L to R) DEA Supervisory Special Agent PaulWashington, Fiscal Specialist Lori Deems and DetectiveSergeant Brian Reider of the Asset Forfeiture Unit andCriminal Investigation Division Commander CaptainVernon Conaway accept the Drug EnforcementAdministration Award. (DEA PHOTO)

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ASSET FORFEITURE UNIT RECOGNIZEDFOR EFFORTS The Maryland State Police Asset Forfeiture Unit isthe clearinghouse for all assets seized by members ofthe Department. During 2003, the Asset ForfeitureUnit processed over $5 million in total seized assets. On September 14, 2004, the Asset Forfeiture Unitreceived an award from the Drug EnforcementAdministration in recognition of being the policeagency that processed the highest value of assetsthrough the Department of Justice/DrugEnforcement Administration Equitable SharingAdoption Program for the Baltimore/WashingtonDistrict. During the period of October 1, 2002through September 30, 2003, the Asset ForfeitureUnit processed $1,234,985 in seized assets throughthe Department of Justice/Drug EnforcementAdministration Equitable Sharing Program. The Asset Forfeiture Unit is staffed by FiscalSpecialist Lori Deems, Detective Sergeant BrianReider, Corporal William Rhoderick, Trooper FirstClass Robert Mignogna and First Sergeant RhondaHaralson of the Maryland National Guard CounterDrug Program.

HAGERSTOWN BARRACKS EMPLOYEESAND CITIZEN HONORED Captain Gerald R. Turano, Commander of theHagerstown Barracks, recently honored twotroopers, a police communications operator and aWashington County resident for outstanding service. Troopers First Class Robert Embly and JesseBroadwater received Commander’s Awards for theinvestigations and the successful prosecution of analcohol-related fatal motor vehicle collision thatclaimed the life of a Washington County resident. The operator of the motor vehicle was indicted bythe Washington County Grand Jury and convicted ofHomicide by Motor Vehicle while under theinfluence. The collision occurred on August 13,2003. Trooper First Class Robert L. Embly wasdispatched to a single vehicle collision involving anunderage driver and underage occupants. There wasone fatality. Alcohol was a contributing factor. TFC Embly was commended for his efforts,diligence and dedication which led to the successfularrest and prosecution in this investigation. Hedisplayed the highest degree of professionalism. Trooper First Class Jesse Broadwater assisted inthe reconstruction of the Washington Countycollision. He provided TFC Embly with guidance,direction and physical evidence which corroboratedwitness statements. TFC Broadwater is commendedfor his efforts, diligence and dedication which led tothe successful arrest and prosecution in thisinvestigation. He displayed the highest degree ofprofessionalism. Police Communications Operator Anita Bussardreceived a Letter of Recognition for her involvementand communication with a distraught individual thatcontemplated suicide on March 3, 2004. Theunidentified male caller threatened suicide byjumping off a bridge and then terminated the call. Utilizing “Star 69" to identify the caller’s telephonenumber, PCO Bussard reestablished contact with thedistraught individual. During her 30 minuteconversation with the man, she developed a rapportwith him and determined his location. Troopers andSheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the scene. PCO Bussard maintained an open line ofcommunication. After several hours of negotiations,the distraught man turned himself over to authoritieswithout incident of injury. PCO Bussanrd’s

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Jack WaldnerDeputy Chief Fire Marshal

Page 7 Maryland Trooper Sept-Dec 2004 FIRE MARSHAL RECEIVES SPECIALIZEDTRAINING Deputy Chief JackWaldner, Commanderof the Office of the FireMarshal Bomb Squad,recently attended twoseminars relating toterrorism bombingactivities. Deputy ChiefWaldner was one of 15bomb squadcommanders fromthroughout the countryinvited to participate inthe highly specializedtraining briefing. The training seminarsdealt with disarming, or rendering safe as bombtechnicians describe it, Large Vehicle BombImprovised Explosive Devices and Remote ControlImprovised Explosive Devices. The briefingsprovided an analysis of recent trends with regards toboth topics, including Al Qaeda methods and tactics. Updated intelligence information was also providedto those in attendance. The group discussed andoutlined specific operations tactics should similarevents occur here. The group will meet again torecommend standard operations procedures to allU.S. bomb squads. Congratulations to Deputy Chief Waldner for beingone of the elite bomb squad commanders invited toattend and participate.

TROOPERS COMPETE IN INTERNATIONALGAMES Members of the Maryland State Police WeightLifting Team competed in the 2004 InternationalLaw Enforcement Games held August 8-14 in LasVegas, Nevada. Trooper First Class Larry Graves, La PlataBarrack, competed in the 198 pound class. He wona silver medal by placing second with a lift of 389pounds. Trooper First Class Keith Barrett, CollegePark Barrack, competed in the 220 pound class andwon a gold medal lifting 479 pounds. CorporalNicole Haines, Licensing Division, competed in thewomen’s 165 pound class, finishing fourth. First Sergeant Guy Black, Forestville Barrack,competed in both track and field and weight lifting. He finished second in the shot put winning a silvermedal with a distance of just over 40 feet. In weightlifting, he competed in the masters 275 pound classand won a gold medal winning his division with a liftof 446 pounds. Trooper First Class Marty Weedom, FrederickBarrack, competed in the karate heavy weight

division finishing second and winning a silver medal. More than 5,000 police and firefighters fromaround the world competed in over 40 differentevents. Once again, the members of the MarylandState Police Weight Lifting Team enjoyed successon the world’s largest stage.

WEIGHT LIFTING COMPETITION IS“PICNIC” FOR MSP Congratulations to the members of the MarylandState Police weight lifting team on their recentsuccess at the 2004 National Troopers PicnicWeight Lifting Competition. Troopers traveled toRockland County, New York on September 9 tocompete against troopers from around the country. Trooper First Class Brooke Tognocchi, North EastBarracks, won third place in the 198 lb. class. TFCLarry Graves from the La Plata Barracks won firstplace in the 181 lb. class. TFC Keith Barrett,College Park Barracks, won first place in the 220 lb.class and the best overall masters lifter award. FirstSergeant Guy Black of the Forestville Barracks wonfirst place in the 242 lb. class and the best overallmasters lifter award. Congratulations!

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LETTERS OF THANKS

E-MAIL

Tuesday, August 24, 2004

Good morning,

I was a participant in the 9/11 Memorial Ride thatpassed through Maryland on Saturday morning aswe left the Pentagon headed for NYC. I am also asurvivor of the World Trade Center disaster on9/11/01 (I was at my desk on the 35th floor of Tower2 at the time of the second plane attack). I wouldlike to commend your department for their supportin making our ride a safe journey. I would alsorequest that you please convey my deepest thanksand emotions to the four Troopers who saluted us aswe passed along the highway. That was anabsolutely heart tugging moment for me. Thosegentlemen along with the rest of the Maryland StateTroopers represent all that is good in America. Those men really hit a nerve and I got very misty forthe next few miles. It was the single most emotionalmoment for me in all three days of riding. My thoughts and prayers go out to all lawenforcement personnel for all that you do to protectand serve our great country. God Bless America.

Sincerely yours,

Richard C. Pinnavaia

LETTERS

September 16, 2004

Dear Colonel Hutchins:

I would like to thank you on behalf of the men andwomen of the Ocean City Police Department for theassistance of the Maryland Department of StatePolice during “Bike Week.” The motivation andprofessionalism displayed by you and your fellowtroopers was very impressive. The aid of theMaryland Department of State Police and our alliedagencies is crucial in making the week a success. Iam happy to report that the event went smoothlyand without great incident. Again, thank you for your assistance; I lookforward to working with you in the future.

Sincerely,

Bernadette DiPinoChief of PoliceOcean City Police Department

September 27, 2004

Dear Colonel Hutchins:

I would like you to know about the unusualexperience I had while traveling on your beautifulMaryland highway recently. I was going a little faster than I should have beenand I was pulled over by your State Police. Iimmediately shut off my car’s engine and put myhands out the window. As the officer approachedon the passenger side, I put my hands on the dash. Iwas taught that this was the best way to handle thistype of situation by my (Sensei) teacher in theMartial Arts. He is the Director for the organizationcalled “Police Tactics Instructors of America,”which is now international. I tell this to you to because I am an instructorunder him, teaching take downs, control, andhandcuffing procedures. I have volunteered to helptrain police departments many times. Having given many hours teaching seminarsentitled “Controlling the Unruly,” I feel fortunateand rewarded with this officer who stopped me. Hiscommands were clear and concise, making it easyfor me to follow them to the letter. The normal fearof the traffic stop was gone in moments. He waspolite and sharp in every way. He was truly agentleman doing a difficult job. For me, being allowed to be on the inside and hearpolice talk, I know what the police must face everyday. He was beyond what I expected when I sawthe flashing lights behind me. Thank you, Colonel Hutchins, for hiring the highestof quality officer. I can’t wait for my next policetraining assignment.

Sincerely,

Chris Fedosh

The letter was written about Trooper MaximillianR. Schulte assigned to the JFK Memorial HighwayBarracks.

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RETIREMENTSAdelhardt, Kip E., TFC, Glen Burnie Barracks,November 1, 2004, 13 years and 6 months of service

Attick, Donna, Service Specialist, Motor VehicleSection, December 1, 2004, 30 years and 4 monthsof service

Barilone, Rick, Sergeant, Motor Vehicle Section,December 1, 2004, 26 years and 4 months of service

Bell, Anthony D., TFC, Westminster Barracks,September 1, 2004, 20 years and 2 months ofservice

Blake, David, J., Detective Sergeant, College ParkBarracks, September 1, 2004, 14 years of service

Clasing, Raymond J., Captain, Bel Air Barracks,November 1, 2004, 22 years of service

Cymek, Mattie R., TFC, Glen Burnie Barracks,September 1, 2004, 6 years and 1 month of service

Dembeck, Patricia, Office Secretary II, LicensingDivision, November 1, 2004, 30 years and 3 monthsof service

Green, Deneen M., TFC, Annapolis Barracks,November 1, 2004, 11 years and 1 month of service

Gulley, James H., Sergeant, Annapolis Barracks,October 1, 2004, 22 years and 3 months of service

Guy, Robin M., Administrative Specialist II,Leonardtown Barracks, October 1, 2004, 27 yearsand 1 month of service

Hunter, Catherine A., TFC, CVED, November 1,2004, 22 years and 9 months

Johnson, Jerome A., Jr., TFC, College ParkBarracks, October 1, 2004, 3 years of service

Jones, Robert A., First Sergeant, ASES, October 1,2004, 28 years of service

Krionderis, James M. (Mike), First Sergeant,Chemical Test for Alcohol Unit, October 1, 2004,25 years and 9 months of service

Liechty, Jr., Jerald H., TFC, CVED, November 1,2004, 11 years and 10 months of service

McQuaide, Christopher P., Sergeant, Golden RingBarracks, November 1, 2004, 22 years and 2 months

of service

Mays, Andrew G., First Sergeant, WestminsterBarracks, October 1, 2004, 25 years and 9 monthsof service

Michaelides, Michele L., TFC, College ParkBarracks, October 1, 2004, 8 years of service

Miller, Timothy E., Corporal, Frederick Barracks,November 1, 2004, 25 years and 6 months of service

Newcomer, Brian, Sergeant, Prince FrederickBarracks, September 1, 2004, 27 years and 7months of service

Resh, Randy C., Lieutenant, McHenry Barracks,December 1, 2004, 28 years of service

Richardson, Scott E., First Sergeant (Pilot),Aviation Division, November 1, 2004, 21 years ofservice

Tippett, Gloria J., Administrative Aide,Leonardtown Barracks, October 1, 2004, 30 yearsof service

Troska, Frank, Sergeant, Criminal InvestigationDivision, November 1, 2004, 24 years and 9 monthsof service

Waters, Thomas H., TFC, Glen Burnie Barracks,October 1, 2004, 7 years and 10 months of service

White, Bill B., Jr., Corporal, Bel Air Barracks,October 1, 2004, 10 years and 3 months of service

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RETIREMENTS (continued)Wilson, April L., Corporal, Centreville Barracks,September 1, 2004, 22 years of service

Wojcik, Raymond, E., Lieutenant, CriminalInvestigation Division, September 1, 2004, 28 yearsof service

Wolfe, Richard D., Corporal, Westminster Barracks,September 1, 2004, 17 years and 11 months ofservice

Zeigler, J. Michael, Major, Field Operations Bureau,November 1, 2004, 28 years of service

BIRTHSMiller, Cody A., 6 lbs. 1 ½ ozs., born August 31,2004 to TFC Cody Miller (Hagerstown Barracks)and wife, Tiffany

Suttka, Claire Ann., 8 lbs., born October 8, 2004 toTFC L. Craig Suttka (Berlin Barracks) and his wife,Jennifer

DEATHSBaumiller, John C., August 23, 2004, Volunteer inPolice Support, Cumberland Barracks

Beam, Evelyn L., September 7, 2004, mother ofJonathan L. Beam, Quartermaster Division

Beaver, Elizabeth, October 24, 2004, grandmotherof Cindy Hoffman, Inventory Control Specialist,Forensic Sciences Division

Bradley, James R., stepfather of Sgt. Jason A.Paolucci, Cumberland Barracks

Collins, Calvin O., Sr., October 25, 2004, father ofSgt. Kenneth Collins, Easton Barracks

Daniels, Walkter, October 21, 2004, grandfather ofTrooper Reggie Singleton, Easton Barracks

Forster, Louis, October 2, 2004, grandfather of Cpl.(Ret.) Vicki Szimanski and Sgt. William T.Szimanski, Licensing Division

Hanley, Wilbert T., Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.),September 13, 2004, served 35 years from 1941 to1976

Harper, Ernestine, November 11, 2004, mother-in-law of Cpl. Tracy Hart, Westminster Barracks

Hearthway, Mary Anne, November 1, 2004, motherof TFC Jonathan Johnson, CVES

Henson, Sylvia A., October 17, 2004, mother ofJackie Boone, Motor Vehicle Section

Huber, Leah, September 7, 2004, mother of Tpr.Seth Huber, McHenry Barracks

Humphreys, Lillian E., November 8, 2004, mother-in-law of Paul E. Jones, Civilian Pilot, AviationCommand

Johnson, Nathaniel R., November 7, 2004, infantson of Trooper Andy R. Johnson, JFK MemorialHighway Barracks), and wife, Angela

Lewis, Oscar, Sr., November 1, 2004, father-in-lawof CVSI Larry Hedrick, CVES

Krue, Robert E., October 16, 2004, father ofServices Specialist I Michael E. Krue, HeadquartersMail Room

Lyon, Luke E., October 18, 2004, father-in-law ofPCO II Brenda Lyon, Leonardtown Barracks

Majewksi, Leonard, September 7, 2004, father-in-law of Sgt. Jason Merson, Education and TrainingDivision

Martin, Edgar E., August 25, 2004, father-in-law ofPeter Spence, civilian pilot, Aviation Division

Mealy, Drucillia, September 22, 2004, grandmotherof Cadet Kevin Smith, CVES

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SUPERINTENDENT’S PISTOL MATCHby Sergeant Scott Rice, Firearms Training Unit

The annual Superintendent’s Pistol Match was heldon October 16, 2004, at the Liberty Range,Baltimore County, Maryland. Troopers from allover the State represented their barracks, units andsections, and competed to be “Top Gun” for 2004. Twenty-six competitors, from the ranks of Trooperthrough First Sergeant, arrived at 8 a.m. for abriefing followed by the commencement of thematch at 9 a.m. Utilizing the duty weapon, sixtyrounds were fired from distances as close as 7 yards,to as far away as 50 yards, with a possible score of600 points. Competitors also chose a two-man teamto represent each region, unit or section for the teamcompetition. Individual scores were added togetherfor a combined possible score of 1200 points. Maryland State Police Pistol Team members wereon hand to judge the competition and to score alltargets at each stage of the match. Lieutenant DeanRichardson was the Range Master, giving directionsand calling the course of fire. Lieutenant KenHasenei was the official score keeper. Assisting thePistol Team were members of the Firearms TrainingUnit, Sergeants Scott Rice and Mark Long. Thecompetitors were assigned their range position anddeclared their team representatives. Tension washigh as each shooter anxiously awaited the start ofthe match. Some were quiet, trying to pictureshooting the perfect score. Others were talkative orpacing back and forth, as they worked toalleviattheir nerves. Still others were finishing theircoffee and donuts provided by the Maryland StatePolice Alumni Association As commanders and many family memberswatched and cheered, the match began. Scores wereclose at the beginning. As the shooting moved backfrom the 7 yard line to the 15 yard line, it was stilltoo early to determine if any one trooper would bethe favorite to win. At the 25 yard line, it wasapparent the best shooters were sent to representtheir barracks, units or sections. All competitorswere shooting well and there was still no one takinga commanding lead. The tension was apparent asthe shooters moved back to the 50 yard line. Thematch was still anyone’s to win. Pistol Team members scored each stage of thematch and Lieutenant Ken Hasenei calculated thetotal scores. As competitors anxiously awaited theresults, the Alumni Members Pistol Matchcommenced. Weapons fired by the Alumni rangedfrom 6-inch revolvers to semi-automatic handguns. Though time restrictions were lenient, the Alumnimembers showed shooting proficiency and provedthey could have given the active members a goodfight.

Scores were finally tallied and everyone gathered forthe presentation of awards. Colonel Hutchinshanded out the trophies to this year’s winners. Inthe individual competition, trophies were handed outfor first, second, third and fourth place. For theteam competition, a trophy was handed out for first. For the Alumni Match, a first place trophy wasawarded to the alumni “Top Gun.” (continued on Page 14)

Sergeant Nicholas Over, MSP’s 2004 Top Gun acceptshis pistol badge from Colonel Thomas E. Hutchins. (MSP PHOTO BY AMY HAGER)

Sergeant (Ret.) William George (L) accepts his trophyfrom Colonel Thomas E. Hutchins; First SergeantDerek White, Secretary’s Office; and Lt. John Zeller,Education and Training Section for first place in theAlumni Match. (MSP PHOTO BY AMY HAGER)

Page 12 Maryland Trooper Sept-Dec 2004 SECRETARY’S MESSAGE (continued)first responders. You are those who provide themost direct source of services to our citizens. Youwill be the focus of our attention in the days ahead. Our plan can be summarized in five majorcategories: command; capital plan; communications;computers; and cars.

COMMAND In the area of command, my goal is to reduce andstreamline rank. I have reorganized the commandstructure of the State Police and reduced ourbureaus to three. They are the Field OperationsBureau, Homeland Security and InvestigationBureau, and Support Services Bureau. Each bureau will be commanded by a lieutenantcolonel. Commands will be led by majors. Divisions will be directed by captains or civiliandirectors. Barracks commanders will be lieutenants. The Field Operations Bureau chief will be assistedby four majors. Our current regions will becomefive troops. They are the northern, eastern,southern, western and Baltimore-Washington metrotroops. Each troop will be commanded by a captain. The five troop commanders will answer to one oftwo majors. The three other majors in the bureauwill direct the Aviation Command, the SpecialOperations Command, and the TransportationSafety Command. This will be a more efficientstructure within the Field Operations Bureau andwill provide a more appropriate span of control. The Homeland Security and Investigation Bureauwill include three majors. They will direct theHomeland Security Command, InvestigationCommand, and Records Command. The Support Services Bureau will consist of thePersonnel Command and Logistics Command. Eachcommand will be directed by a major. Our command plan also includes a renewed effortto generate a qualified and diverse recruitment pool. I have already implemented our plan for quarterlyrecruit classes, with a goal of about 45 candidatesper class. From this effort, I hope to sustain anincremental gain and reverse the steady declinewithin the ranks of our sworn members.

CAPITAL PLAN Our capital plan includes a long-range facilitiesmaster plan. This includes new constructionpriorities for Hagerstown, Cumberland, and aTactical Services Building. Other changes are beingprompted by the Training Division move to its newlocation at the Statewide Public Safety TrainingCenter. Many options continue to be studied. However, each part of our master plan is focused onproviding you with more efficient facilities that willhelp you do your jobs. I want to make it very clearthat what our facilities master plan does not includeis a reduction of personnel.

COMMUNICATION Our communication plan is already being

implemented. We are currently replacing vehiclerepeater systems and hand-held radios with 800MHz digital technology. We have alreadypurchased more than 100 digital hand-held radiosfor interface with fixed 800 MHz county systems. This procurement will continue. We are alsoinstalling 21 ACU-1000 units on tower sites acrossthe state. This network will provide a critical web ofcommunication between federal, state and localemergency response agencies. Our goal is to useinteroperable technology to provide you withcommunication abilities and information access atyour fingertips, whether you are on the side ofRoute 50 on the Eastern Shore or the top of SidelingHill in Western Maryland.

COMPUTERS Our digital communications will compliment thecomputer component of our plan. We are makingsignificant investments in our informationtechnology infrastructure. We are investing in a new database managementsystem. This system will link all barracks to acentralized computer aided dispatch system. We arealso upgrading barrack computers, printers, servers,routers and hubs. We are already installing ruggedized laptopcomputers in patrol cars. These computers have metwith widespread approval. They are especiallysuited to your needs on patrol. They will eventuallyenable 10-27/28 and 29 functions from your car.

CARS I realize that modern computer equipment in yourcar makes no sense if your car won’t get you to thecall. I recognize the deteriorated state of our vehiclefleet and I am working to rectify this situationthrough budget reallocation and enhancementrequests accompanied by supporting rationale.

SUMMARY There is another category we need to add if ourplan is to be successful. It is your continuedcommitment. The success of the Department ofState Police depends on each of us. I ask that youcontinue to do your job with the same dedication toduty that has always exemplified the Maryland StatePolice. There is much that has already been accomplishedbehind the scenes. It may not be visible to you, butwe have already laid a strong foundation on whichto build for the future. We are moving ahead. Our plan will take time and it will take money. Wewill need to spend as efficiently as possible. I am committed to using our resources wisely. Iam also committed to providing you with the bestresources available to help put “Troopers First.” Our citizens deserve the best services we canprovide. Thank you for your continuing service as one of“Maryland’s finest.”

Page 13 Maryland Trooper Sept-Dec 2004 LAST CHOW CALL (continued)Candidate Class graduated from the new PoliceAcademy. The graduation ceremonies were held at 2p.m. This was the first class to complete theirtraining at Pikesville. Maryland State PoliceSuperintendent Colonel Elmer F. Munshower gavethe welcoming address. The Honorable Theodore R.McKeldin, Maryland’s Governor, gave thegraduation address. The Honorable C. FerdinandSybert, Attorney General of Maryland, also spoke. The response for the class was made by TrooperAlvin R. Kadlec. Fifty years later, a new home is occupied. TheEducation and Training Section is now located inSykesville, Carroll County, Maryland, at theStatewide Public Safety Training Center. Eventhough the 122nd Trooper Candidate Class began atPikesville, it will be the first class to complete itstraining at Sykesville. The dedication ceremony forthe facility has been tentatively scheduled forNovember 30, 2004.

34th Trooper Candidate Class RosterAlfred Junior Barnard BaltimoreElmer Louis Baum HagerstownWeldon Lee Boring BaltimoreThomas Michael Collins CumberlandRonald Leroy Davis CumberlandWilliam Noel Henry HurlockNorman Sheridan Jacoby BaltimoreRobert Weldon Jennings SpencervilleEarl McGee Jones BaltimoreAlvin Raymond Kadlec Baltimore John Alfred Karmasek BaltimoreRobert DeSales Kirby FrostburgRoland Timothy McAuliffe Owings MillsJoseph Clair McFarland HancockAlan Dale Martin HagerstownCarl Heinz Muchow Silver SpringJoseph Samuel Plume HagerstownLawrence Donald Reuwer BaltimoreThomas Edward Ruppert CumberlandWilliam Edward Seekford Sparrows Pt.Grover Nelson Sensabaugh CumberlandHerbert Hoover Snyder HagerstownHarold Eugene Spickler HagerstownWilliam Eugene Tall BaltimoreWilliam Henry Tilghman CrisfieldJames Albert Tressler Hagerstown Robert Jacob Weisenmiller Cumberland

Police Academy StaffCaptain Wilbour H. Conroy DirectorLt. Henry F. Schultheis Asst. DirectorSgt. Newton J. W. Lloyd InstructorSgt. Herman J. Heiger InstructorSgt. Edward E. Everhart InstructorSgt. Carroll E. Cook InstructorCpl. Thomas F. Hess InstructorMiss Mary E. Eckenrode Secretary

Mrs. Merla C. Comegys Principal ClerkMiss Nancy L. Shipley Senior StenoMiss Marilyn B. Sherman Senior StenoMiss Mary F. Corbett Senior ClerkMrs. Ruth B. Doolan Junior TypistMrs. Geraldine Roberts Junior Typist

Associate InstructorsMajor William H. WeberField Force Commander

Captain George E. DavidsonInvestigation-Identification

Dr. Howard M. BubertMedical Division

Detective Sergeant Andrew B. LinhardInvestigation-Identification

Sergeant Preston B. RowlandInvestigation-Identification

Mr. George V. VeiseInvestigation-Identification

Mr. William J. AmbermanMedical Division

Dr. Russell S. FisherChief Medical Examiner

Dr. Henry C. FreimuthMedical Examiner’s Office

Dr. J. King SeegarUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine

Lieutenant Joseph CarrollBaltimore City Police

Hagerstown Barracks Commander Lieutenant Greg Johnston(R) and Police Communications Supervisor Dorothy Bennett(L) present PCO II Arlene Hammond with a 30-year serviceplaque.

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SUPERINTENDENT’S PISTOL MATCH (continued) Taking first place in the Alumni Match was retiredSergeant William George. Second place in theAlumni Match was retired Sergeant RobertSimpson. The team competition was won by First SergeantBrian Wiley, CVES and Sergeant Nicholas Over,ASES. They scored 1,148 points out of a possible1,200. Scoring 1,134 points in second place was theteam from Region I, Corporal H. WayneWachsmuth and Trooper First Class William Long. The awards for the individual competition weredistributed. In fourth place, scoring 568 points outof a possible 600, was Corporal Craig Ingram,Centreville Barrack. Taking third place was FirstSergeant Brian Wiley, CVES, scoring 569 points. Trooper First Class William Long, FrederickBarrack, took second place scoring 570 points. Even though Colonel Hutchins gave it his best shot,he did not place. Better luck next year, Sir! The moment everyone was waiting for had finallyarrived. The winner of the Annual Superintendent’sPistol Match was now declared. Shooting a score of579 points out of a possible 600 points was SergeantNicholas Over of the Automotive SafetyEnforcement Section. Along with the trophy he wasawarded, Sergeant Over was also given the specialSuperintendent’s Pistol Badge to be worn at hisdiscretion. Along with trophies, all winners weregiven gift certificates to be used at the MarylandTroopers Association store. Lunch was provided bythe Education and Training Section staff. Everyone enjoyed the event. All participants arecongratulated on their efforts. Next year’sSuperintendent’s Pistol Match should prove to bejust as exciting. Everyone is encouraged toparticipate in the match or attend to show supportfor their barrack, unit or division.

HAGERSTOWN AWARDS (continued)experience, commitment and compassion in handlingthis call made a difference in this individual’s life. Her actions and efforts displayed true professional-ism. Roscoe Martin, a resident of Washington County,received a Good Citizen Award for his involvementin stopping a burglary in progress on December 10,2003. Martin observed two men attempting to force

their way into a residence in southern WashingtonCounty. He called police, approached the men anddetained one individual until police arrived. Theactions of Mr. Martin, to include his subsequentidentification of the second suspect, were instru-mental in the arrest and successful prosecution ofthese two felons. He displayed the highest degree ofpublic interest and public service through his actions. Police Communications Operator II ArleneHammond was recently awarded a 30-year serviceplaque by Lieutenant Greg Johnston, HagerstownBarracks Commander. Arlene began her career in1972 as a clerical assistant for Parole and Probation. She transferred to the Maryland State Police in 1974working as a Clerk Typist in the Central CrimeRecords Bureau at headquarters. She was promotedto a teletype operator in 1976. Later that year, PCO II Hammond was reclassified to a policecommunications operator and transferred to theHagerstown Barracks.

Saturday,January 29, 2005

Saturday,February 26, 2005

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JOIN THE MSP AT THESHIVER Join the Maryland StatePolice and Special OlympicsMaryland for a day of“unbearable” fun. It’s aninvigorating way to showyour support for the athleteswho train and compete inSpecial Olympics Marylandthroughout the year. The Shiver in the River,formerly known as the St.

Mary’s Splash, has been moved to a moreconvenient location. Due to the large number ofparticipants that were coming from Baltimore andpoints farther north and west, the organizingcommittee decided to move the event to Gilligan’sPier Restaurant, Newburg, Charles County,Maryland. Participants will get all the thrills andchills of the original event, and it won’t take as longto get there. So mark your calendars! December 11, 2004 is thedate. Registration begins at noon; Shiver at 2 p.m.For a minimum of $50 in pledges participantsreceive: • Official MSP Shiver in the River Sweatshirt• Complimentary Gilligan’s Pier Lunch• Group Color Photo• Eligibility to win great prizes

*$500+ Embroidered Shiver Fleece*$1,000+ Embroidered Shiver Fleece,

Sports Bag, Baseball Bag*$2,500+ Embroidered Shiver Fleece,

Sports Bag, Baseball Cap and CalRipken AutographedMemorabilia

*$5,000+ Embroidered Shiver Fleece,Shiver Jacket, Sports Bag,Baseball Cap and Cal RipkenAutographed Memorabilia

Special prizes will be awarded to the top threeShiverers raising the most money, top lawenforcement officer fund raiser, and best costume. Pre-register on line at www.somd.org orregister on December 11.

WANT

TO BE A SPLUNKER? Participate in all three MSP Winter Water Seriesevents and earn the title of Splunker. As a Splunker,you will receive an additional article of clothingdesigned only for those who braved all three chillywater events in one year. The Polar Bear Plunge will be held at Sandy PointState Park in Annapolis, Maryland on Saturday,January 29, 2005. Registration begins at 11 a.m.,plunge at 2 p.m. Last year’s “Flying Pigs” team of three people whoplunged 20 times has grown into the 2005 “SuperPlunge” team. This year, more than 20 people havejoined the Super Plunge team and, beginning at 2 p.m. on Friday, January 28, will be plunging oncean hour for 24 hours. The Super Plungers will bejoined by Governor Bob Ehrlich, LieutenantGovernor Michael Steele, Colonel Thomas Hutchinsand more than 2,000 others for the main plungeevent at 2 p.m. on January 29. Each Super Plungerhas pledged to bring more than $5,000 in donationsto Special Olympics Maryland. The Deep Creek Dunk will be held on Saturday,February 26, 2005 at Deep Creek Lake, McHenry,Maryland, behind Uno’s. Registration beings atnoon with dunking following at 2 p.m. So, pre-register today by visiting www.somd.orgor by calling 1-800-541-7544! Join us for the threevery cool events. All plungers and dunkers willreceive an official event sweatshirt, complimentarymeal and color group photo. Those raising $500plus will be eligible for additional clothing, sportsbags, baseball caps and memorabilia. Special prizeswill be awarded to the top three fund raisers, the toplaw enforcement officer raising the most money, andbest costume.

More than 50 storage bins filled with cans ofspray paint and other items were confiscatedfrom the home of the graffiti vandal. (MSPPHOTO BY RICHARD YIENGER )

GOVERNOR’S MESSAGE (continued)year to respond to difficult and dangeroussituations. Regardless of the call, your responseexemplifies your continuing commitment topublic service. As we reflect on this past year, we will notforget the ultimate sacrifice made by TrooperFirst Class Anthony Jones, who gave his lifewhile serving our state. His tragic death was apainful reminder of the risks you are willing totake each day as police officers. Lieutenant Governor Steele and I thank you fordedicated service to the people of Marylandduring this past year. We wish each of you agreat holiday season and look forward toworking with you to meet the challenges andopportunities of 2005.

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GRAFFITI VANDAL SEES WRITING ONTHE WALL After recovering thousands of cans of spray paintfrom his home during the service of a searchwarrant, Maryland State Police arrested a Baltimoreman on November 17, 2004 and charged him inconnection with the numerous incidents of spraypaint graffiti on Interstate 95 that include the word“APES.” The man was identified as Christopher R. Peters,26, of the 3400 block of Roland Avenue, Baltimore,Maryland. He is charged in an arrest warrant fromHarford County with two counts of maliciousdestruction of property (MDOP) and one count ofMDOP scheme. State Police will be requestingcharges in Baltimore County that will include fivecounts of MDOP and one count of MDOP scheme. He was processed and taken before a courtcommissioner for a bond hearing. On November 1, 2004, Maryland State Police atthe JFK Memorial Highway Barracks responded toseven overpasses on Interstate 95 north of Baltimorefor spray paint graffiti vandalism that had occurredduring the previous weekend. The overpassesincluded: southbound I-95 at Clayton Road,southbound I-95 at New Forge Road, southbound I-95 at Joppa Road, southbound I-95 at King Road,northbound I-95 at King Road, northbound I-95 atRafael Road, and northbound I-95 at MountainRoad. All the locations included the spray paintedletters “APES” and either “FCR” and/or “SEB.” The overpasses are the property of the MarylandTransportation Authority and damage costs wereestimated at $2,000. Through evidence recovered at the scenes, work byJFK Highway Barracks troopers and informationdeveloped through the Maryland State Police

Intellig

ence Division, investigators were led to detectives atthe Milwaukee Police Department. Because ofsimilar cases there in the mid-1990s, a suspect wasdeveloped and later identified as Christopher R.Peters, AKA Christopher R. Apes. Theinvestigation determined Peters was now living inBaltimore. State Police obtained a search warrant for Peters’

residence and, accompanied by Baltimore Police,served the warrant on November 17. Inside thehome, police recovered more than 2,000 cans ofspray paint and hundreds of photographs of graffitivandalism. They also recovered an ape costumefrom Peters’ 1999 Plymouth Voyager minivan,which still had Wisconsin tags. State and Baltimore Police are continuing thisinvestigation. In April of last year, “APES” was oneof the words spray painted on 202 sound barrierwalls on the southbound side of I-95 north ofBaltimore City, causing $10,000 in damage. Dozensof similar incidents have been reported throughoutthe Baltimore area. Police in cities outside ofMaryland are also interested in reviewing evidencerecovered.

Trooper Candidates Jason G. Treleaven, Andrew D.Williams, Steven L. Parisan, Michael P. Sigmund, Adam M.Howard, and Sergeant Erwin House proudly display thewinning 5K race trophy.

NOVEMBER 11, Veterans Day, is a celebration to honor America’s veterans for theirpatriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the commongood. On November 11, do not forget those serving in the United States ArmedForces, our veterans, and those who have given their lives for freedom.

We thank you.

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DEATHS (continued)O’Donnell, Medford, September 27, 2004,grandfather of Melissa Althoff Lenzi, PCO II,Centreville Barracks, and TFC Anthony Lenzi, JFKMemorial Highway Barracks

Pierce, Lona C., September 4, 2004, mother -in-lawof PCST I William Simpson III, Telecommuni-cations Section

Reitz, Joseph B., Jr., October 18, 2004, father ofSergeant Douglas Reitz, Wesminster Barracks

Roberts, Gladys, September 16, 2004, grandmotherof Cpl. Julie Widdoes, North East Barracks

Seaman, Matilda, September 16, 2004, grandmotherof Cpl. Glenn Seaman, CVES

Shrout, Donald G., Jr., October 27, 2004, father ofTFC Timothy R. Shrout and brother-in-law of Sgt.Richard J. Graham, Jr., Cumberland Barracks

Watkins, Wilbur, August 23, 2004, father of TFCVernon Watkins, Homeland Security andIntelligence Bureau, and grandfather of Nakia Hicks,Office Secretary II, Forensic Sciences Division

Willis, Curtis E., September 7, 2004, father of Sgt.Gary M. Willis, Leonardtown Barracks

Wood, Gloria, October 25, 2004, sister of MaryFranklin, Office Secretary II, CVED

TROOPER CANDIDATES WIN 5K RACE Once again, Maryland State Police took the trophyhome! Members of the 121st and 122nd troopercandidate classes participated in the 13th AnnualHoward County Police Pace 5K Race recently atCentennial Park in Columbia, Maryland. Again, theteam finished in first place. Team members included: Jason G. Treleaven,Andrew D. Williams, and Steven L. Parisan, 121st

Trooper Candidate Class; and Michael P. Sigmundand Adam M. Howard, 122nd Trooper CandidateClass. Sergeant Erwin House prepared the classesfor the race. The event is sponsored by the Howard CountyPolice Foundation. This year, 800 participantsraised a record $20,000 for the G. Edward WesselMemorial Fund which provides assistance to thefamilies of police officers killed or seriously injuredin the line of duty in Howard County.

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INTERDICTION TEAM (continued)equipped with a video camera to record traffic stops. The troopers begin their day conducting trafficenforcement somewhere on a highway in Maryland. They issue thousands of citations as they enforceMaryland’s traffic laws. But it is their keeninvestigative abilities that enable them to lookbeyond the traffic violation and detect criminalactivity underway. In about six months of work, the team hadimpressive results. In traffic stops made during thelast half of 2003, they made 140 criminal arrests,which included 30 fugitives. They recovered $1.6million worth of heroin, $1.7 million worth ofcocaine, $1.5 million worth of marijuana, $1.5million in drug money and $3 million in stolenproperty. Results like that are hard to ignore. That is whythe Secretary of the Maryland Department of StatePolice, Colonel Thomas E. Hutchins, has initiated anexpansion of the team this year. A new class ofinterdiction troopers graduated this summer fromtraining. Those troopers are already implementingtheir newly acquired skills across Maryland. The goal of Colonel Hutchins is to traininterdiction teams that will be working each day inevery region of the state. “All of our troopers aretaught to look beyond the traffic stop to detectcriminal behavior, but an interdiction team workingas a coordinated unit provides an invaluableresource that can significantly interrupt the flow ofdrugs, guns and other criminal activity through ourState,” Colonel Hutchins said. “Whether combatingdrug trafficking, or preventing acts of terrorism,these teams are vital to our mission of protecting ourcitizens. Their high level of training, experience anddedication to duty equips them with abilities thatprovide outstanding law enforcement successes.” Interdicting criminals moving in and throughMaryland is the ultimate goal of the team. Manycriminals are now behind bars or facing prosecutionbecause of the relentless efforts of the MarylandState Police Interstate Criminal Enforcement Team. Their work reminds each Maryland State Trooperof one important fact. Criminals travel from place toplace just like everyone else. And, when they travel,they are usually in a motor vehicle, driving alongsidethe thousands of other motorists on Marylandhighways each day. But from now on in Maryland,their chances of being able to continue their criminalenterprise are a lot slimmer.

NSA AWARD Several Maryland State Troopers and civilianemployees were honored by high ranking militaryofficials for their actions in capturing the driver of astolen truck tractor who led police on a pursuit tothe gates of the National Security Agency (NSA). Lieutenant General Michael V. Hayden, USAF,

Director of the National Security Agency, andColonel John W. Ives, USA, Garrison Commanderat Fort Meade, held a ceremony at the Glen BurnieBarracks on October 27, 2004. Honored at theceremony were Sergeant Philip Nolan, CorporalMark Bailey, Corporal Timothy Otwell, CorporalKevin Straight, Trooper First Class Amy Coleman,Trooper First Class Shaft Hunter, Trooper JoshChason, Trooper Barbara Shingleton, Mr. MarkCoumoyer, and Mr. Steve Bunker. The ceremony was the result of actions taken bythese individuals on August 5, 2004, after theBaltimore Police pursuit of a stolen truck tractor leftthe city and headed south on the BaltimoreWashington Parkway. As the suspect droveerratically onto I-695, I-95, I-195, Route 1, andeventually back to the Parkway, he struck severalcivilian vehicles and rammed the cruiser driven byCorporal Bailey. With a State Police helicopter assisting troopersfrom the air, the suspect continued south and exitedonto the ramp which leads to the National SecurityAgency. He stopped the vehicle just prior toentering a fenced and secure location. After a briefstruggle, he was arrested by troopers and assistingofficers. Colonel John Ives presented Corporal Bailey withthe Commander’s Award for Public Service for hisactions during the incident. Lieutenant GeneralHayden presented each member of the group with acitation from NSA. He expressed his appreciationto the Maryland State Police for the commitment ofour troopers in the protection of the NationalSecurity Administration complex and the personnelwho work there. He also thanked members of theMaryland State Police for the prompt notificationNSA received during the pursuit. Securitypersonnel at NSA were deployed and ready to dealwith the situation. Colonel Hutchins commended the troopers andcivilian employees for their professionalism during

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NSA AWARD (continued)this incident. He thanked Lieutenant GeneralHayden and Colonel Ives for taking time torecognize the actions of State Police personnel. Colonel Hutchins assured them of the Department’scontinuing commitment to work with them andreminded all in attendance of the important role eachof us has in homeland security.

VIPS HONORED AT LUNCHEON Volunteers in Police Support (VIPS) were recentlyhonored for their years of service at a luncheon onOctober 26, 2004 ay Snyder’s Willow GroveRestaurant. Certificates were awarded by MarylandState Police Secretary Colonel Thomas E. Hutchinsto those with one year or more of service. Thosehonored included:

16 Years of ServiceAlbert ApplebyVivian GeorgeMarvin MartindaleMary Ellen MartindaleRussell Sears

14 to 10 Years of ServiceDavid JohnsonCharles LamarrAndrew MihokPeggy Lea GosnellGerald ImanJay BondarFranklin FieldsAlan MillerRobert ScarburghCharles O’BrienPaul O’BrienJohn OtradovecShirley RoteBetty DauerWilliam DauerEma GreeneNat GreeneHelen HeurickDonald KuehlGeorge McShaneWilliam Whitesell

9 to 5 Years of ServiceJohn BurkhartWilliam MilliganRoss MonksJeanette BryantEarl GordonMadeline HallRobert HickmanJohn KennedyFrank RoseGeorge HartigSamuel KeifferJohn BoughterMarian DoreJoanne MichaudJames MurphyDarlene SchwartzMuriel SweattJonas ThomasShelley Urick

Henry BeckerCalving ColwellDoris DoverySusan FenwickMary MurphyRobert PerryCarroll PhillipsWayne PowellLeonard Williams

4 Years to 1 Year of ServiceDonatella BennettJoseph DonalJackie HarrisRichard HuettnerPeter KunzDelores LeighJack ShermanJohn ThomsonBill Wright Sharon CravenRyan GistNorman HawkesGloria HawkesJames KrausRobert NaylorKristen NieberleinDavid Turley James BettsColeman BrownRose FortmanQueen JacksonCharles LummRobert McKinneyMarilyn MillerJoseph PasteurRonald StevanusBonnie StewartSherri TompaGeorge BartlettRobert CalvertMargaret HerberichWilliam HerberichDavid Katz Michael KnowlesRobert MurrayViola RodgersLuther SheperdBerrie SmileyMichael Smiley

First Year of ServiceJacqueline BreedloveDonald HammenWilliam HyserMarie JuddRachael MejiaBetty MullenMildred PowersMarie StevanusBetty TaylorEmma TomkinsLinda Vakoutis

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CALENDAR OF EVENTSDECEMBERNATIONAL DRUNK AND DRUGGED DRIVINGPREVENTION (3D) MONTH

5 Maryland COPS Christmas Party11 MSP Southern Maryland Shiver in the River17 You Drink. You Drive. You Lose. National

Enforcement Effort Begins24 Christmas Day Holiday31 New Year’s Day 2005 Holiday

MARYLAND COPS CHRISTMAS PARTYDECEMBER 5, 20042 p.m.Education and TrainingSection, Sykesville

JANUARY NATIONAL CRIME STOPPERS MONTH28 122nd Trooper Candidate Class Graduation 29 MSP Polar Bear Plunge

FEBRUARYBLACK HISTORY MONTH6 Super Bowl XXXIX13-19 National Child Passenger Safety Week26 MSP Deep Creek Dunk27 Special Olympics Winter Games Begin

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