Police Arrest Lexington Park Man After Armed Robbery Across from St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office

LEONARDTOWN, Md. — In a brazen display of criminal activity, an armed robbery took place in broad daylight directly across the street from the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office headquarters. The incident concluded with the immediate arrest of a Lexington Park resident.

According to police reports, on March 17, 2025, the suspect approached a victim in the vicinity of the sheriff's office and brandished a weapon, demanding money and personal items. After obtaining the belongings, the suspect attempted to flee the scene on foot.

Given the proximity to the police station, deputies were on the scene within moments of the victim raising the alarm. Officers quickly spotted a suspect matching the description and initiated a brief pursuit. The suspect was successfully apprehended and the weapon used during the robbery was recovered.

The individual has been charged with armed robbery, first-degree assault, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. He is currently being held without bond as the judicial process begins. Community members expressed shock at the bold nature of the crime, while authorities credited the rapid arrest to the constant presence of officers in the area.