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06/18/2026

I68 Flintstone

MVC- I68 mm 56 EB- EB lanes shut down from Tractor Trailer Rollover. Please avoid the area and find an alternate route.

06/17/2026

The Allegany County Sheriff's Office has a long-standing commitment to restorative practices. Under the leadership of Sheriff Robertson and Major Morgan, our agency has spent years partnering with local advocacy groups to meet individuals where they are, successfully reducing unnecessary interactions with the criminal justice system. To suggest that restorative practices are a new concept in our community is simply inaccurate.

Our ongoing collaborative initiatives include:
Domestic Violence Support: Partnering with the Family Crisis Resource Center to conduct vital, weekly follow-up assessments with survivors.
Addiction & Recovery Outreach: Working alongside the Allegany County Health Department, AHEC West, and the local behavioral health authority to conduct overdose follow-ups and provide critical resources to families battling addiction.

Crisis Intervention Team (CIT): Establishing a comprehensive, county-wide CIT that pairs law enforcement officers with mental health clinicians and peer support specialists to effectively safely assist those experiencing a mental health crisis.

The Allegany County Sheriff's Office remains at the forefront of these initiatives, collaborating with law enforcement professionals across Maryland to continuously deliver the most progressive, effective practices to Allegany County.

06/16/2026

⚠️ Know Before You Ride: Maryland E-Bike & E-Scooter Laws ⚠️

There has been an increase in the use of electric bikes and scooters throughout our community. While many of these devices are perfectly legal, some high-powered models being marketed as “e-bikes” but might actually fall into a different vehicle classification under Maryland law.

🚲 Legal E-Bikes
Maryland recognizes three classes of electric bicycles. To qualify as an e-bike, the vehicle must have fully operable pedals and a motor of 750 watts or less.
• Class 1: Pedal-assist only, up to 20 mph
• Class 2: Throttle-powered, up to 20 mph
• Class 3: Pedal-assist only, up to 28 mph (operators must be at least 16 years old)
Legal e-bikes do not require registration, a driver’s license, or insurance.

🪖 Helmet Requirement
Maryland law requires all operators and passengers under the age of 16 riding an e-bike to wear a properly fitted bicycle helmet. The Allegany County Sheriff’s Office strongly encourages helmet use for all riders. A helmet is one of the most effective and practical ways to prevent serious head injury in the event of a crash.

🛴 Electric Scooters
Electric scooters with a maximum speed of 20 mph do not require registration or a driver’s license. Riders must still obey all traffic laws, including stopping at stop signs, yielding right-of-way, and traveling in the proper direction of traffic.

🚨 Not All “E-Bikes” Are Legal E-Bikes
Many electric vehicles sold online today can reach speeds exceeding 30, 40, or even 50 mph. If a vehicle exceeds Maryland’s e-bike limits on mph or lacks operable pedals, it may be classified as a moped, motor scooter, or motorcycle.

These vehicles may require:
✔️ A valid driver’s license
✔️ Registration and license plates
✔️ Insurance
✔️ Compliance with all applicable motor vehicle laws

Operating an improperly registered or unlicensed high-speed electric vehicle on public roadways may result in traffic citations, towing, and impoundment.

As summer begins and more riders take to our streets, trails, and neighborhoods, we encourage parents to ensure their children are wearing helmets and understand the rules of the road before riding. We encourage motorists to be more aware of their surroundings, bike lanes, and more youth out riding bikes.

Please ride responsibly, obey all laws, and do your part to help keep our community safe for everyone.

06/15/2026

The Allegany County Sheriff's Office is providing an update regarding a recent narcotics trafficking investigation that originated from a traffic stop in Allegany County, Maryland.

During the initial traffic stop, deputies recovered significant quantities of controlled dangerous substances, including co***ne, methamphetamine, L*D, M**A, psilocybin mushrooms, ketamine, cannabis, and prescription medications. Deputies also seized approximately $29,087 in U.S. currency.

Following the arrest, Deputies continued to pursue leads developed during the investigation through the review of evidence. Information obtained by the Deputies led to the preparation of five search warrants in Virginia, including one residential search warrant and four storage unit search warrants.

The search warrants were prepared and executed by the Northwest Virginia Regional Gang and Drug Task Force with the assistance of federal partners with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

As a result of the search warrants, investigators recovered additional large quantities of controlled dangerous substances, including marijuana/THC products, psilocybin mushrooms, L*D, P*P, M**A, and methamphetamine. Investigators also recovered 17 fi****ms with ammunition, and approximately $17,400 in U.S. currency.

Investigators believe the seized narcotics were intended for distribution throughout the Allegany County region. The investigation remains active and additional charges may be forthcoming.

The Allegany County Sheriff's Office would like to thank our federal partners with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Northwest Virginia Regional Gang and Drug Task Force for their outstanding assistance throughout this investigation. Their expertise, cooperation, and support were instrumental in the preparation and ex*****on of the five search warrants, which led to the recovery of substantial additional evidence and assets.

This investigation demonstrates the effectiveness of cooperation between local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in combating drug trafficking and removing dangerous narcotics, fi****ms, and criminal proceeds from our communities.

Anyone with information regarding illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact the Allegany County Sheriff's Office.

06/12/2026

In January 2026, it was officially announced that the "Allegany County Correctional Officer of the Year Award" would be renamed the “Tim Porter Award,” ensuring that Tim's legacy and dedication to this profession would never be forgotten.

In May it was announced that the first recipient of the "Tim Porter Award" was C.O. Isaac Schannauer (center). C.O. Schannauer was recently honored, alongside other correctional officers from across the State of Maryland, at the Maryland Correctional Administrators Association annual conference in Ocean City.

06/05/2026

💥NOW HIRING CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS💥

Looking for a challenging and rewarding career in public service where you can make a difference and be more than just a number?

The Sheriff's Office invites you to attend our upcoming walk-in interviews for CORRECTIONAL OFFICER at the Allegany County Detention Center.

🗓 Thursday, June 25, 2026
⏰ 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
📍14300 McMullen Hwy., SW, Cresaptown, MD 21502

Why choose us?
Starting Salary: $48,598.92 (as of July 1, 2026)
Automatic Pay Increments in the first 5 years
Immediate Increased Income Potential through Holiday Pay, Shift Differential, and Reasonable Overtime
Additional Income Potential after the first year through sick leave and fitness incentives.
Great insurance benefits.
Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal leave.
Maryland Correctional Officers' Pension (CORS)
Maryland Approved On-site Academy
One-time education bonus.
and more!
Whether you're beginning a career in corrections or are a current correctional officer seeking a new opportunity, we invite you to see what makes our detention center a great place to work.
Minimum hiring age is 18.

No appointment is necessary—just walk in and interview!

05/30/2026

Virginia Man Arrested Following Traffic Stop; Large Quantities of Narcotics and Cash Seized

CUMBERLAND, MD – On May 29, 2026, deputies with the Allegany County Sheriff's Office conducted a traffic stop in the Georges Creek area of Allegany County after observing multiple traffic violations.

During the traffic stop, deputies observed indicators of impairment and initiated a driving under the influence investigation. As a result of the investigation, the driver, identified as James Robert Hunt of Stephens City, Virginia, was placed under arrest for driving under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance.

Following the arrest, deputies conducted a search of the vehicle and discovered a significant quantity of suspected controlled dangerous substances, packaging materials commonly associated with narcotics distribution, and a substantial amount of U.S. currency.

The investigation resulted in the seizure of multiple types of illegal narcotics, including co***ne, methamphetamine, L*D, M**A, ketamine, psilocybin mushrooms, cannabis, and various prescription medications.

Mr. Hunt was transported to the Allegany County Detention Center and is awaiting his initial appearance with District Court. Mr. Hunt is facing numerous criminal charges, including possession of controlled dangerous substances, possession with intent to distribute controlled dangerous substances, drug trafficking-related offenses, and driving under the influence of a controlled dangerous substance.

05/29/2026

The Allegany County Sheriff's Office reminds you that we would never call you to ask for or demand money for an incarcerated loved one.
We believe scammers monitor recent online arrests logs and have the ability to mimic their phone number to resemble that of our agency. They will tell you that a family member is arrested or has a warrant and they need you to immediately send/wire money. They may tell you to use Apple Cards or even Bitcoin. Either way, they will try to keep you on the phone and rush you to make the payment.
At no time will an employee of the Allegany County Sheriff's Office call you and tell you to do this.
If you receive these calls, immediately hang up and contact the Allegany County Sheriff's Office to confirm.

05/25/2026

The Allegany County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person. Brittany Fields, a 37-year-old white female, was last seen on May 23 in the Little Orleans area at approximately 3:00 AM.

At this time, it is believed that Brittany may be in the Washington County area. Authorities are concerned for her safety.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Allegany County Sheriff’s Office at (301) 777-1585.

Address

695 Kelly Road
Cumberland, MD
21502

Telephone

+13017771585

Website

https://www.alleganygov.org/279/Sheriffs-Office, https://apps.myocv.com/share/a47721502

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