LEONARDTOWN, MD (March 11, 2024) – Sean Michael Rice, 34, of Great Mills, MD, was arrested early Monday morning by deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office following threats of violence against himself and family members. 

 

During the course of the investigation, Rice was found to be in possession of a rifle, a handgun, and evidence of illegally manufacturing firearms at his residence.     

 

Rice was charged with three counts of illegal firearm possession after being convicted of a crime of violence, rifle/shotgun possession with a felony conviction, three counts of illegal possession of a regulated firearm, and other related weapons offenses.

 

The suspect is currently held at the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center on a no-bond status.