During the early morning hours of Saturday, June 21, 2025, Deputy First Class Ryan McLean #400, of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, was stopped by a Maryland State Police Trooper and cited for driving while impaired. McLean was not on duty at the time and was operating a personally owned vehicle. Following the citation, McLean was released to a sober driver.

In accordance with agency policy and Maryland state law, DFC McLean is suspended with pay.

An administrative investigation has been initiated by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office of Professional Responsibilities into this incident.

Inquiries regarding the citation should be referred to the Maryland State Police Leonardtown Barrack.