Deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a stabbing that occurred Tuesday at Great Mills High School.
At approximately 12:15 p.m., School Resource Officer Corporal Gerard Muschette requested an ambulance for a 19-year-old male suffering from a single stab wound to the torso. The victim was flown from the scene to an area hospital with injuries that appear to be non-life-threatening.
An immediate investigation was initiated, and a 17-year-old male suspect was taken into custody without incident. The student was charged as an adult with assault, first- and second-degree, and possession of a folding pocketknife on school grounds.
Law enforcement agencies are prohibited from publicly identifying juveniles due to legal protections that safeguard their identities throughout the judicial process.
Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division have assumed the case. Anyone who has not yet given a statement is asked to contact Detective Helen Deitrich at 301-475-4200, ext. 8066, or by email at Helen.Deitrich@stmaryscountymd.gov.
Tipsters can also submit tips anonymously:
- Text 847411: start your message with “SMCSO”, add a space, and then your tip.
- Online: Submit a tip through the Sheriff’s Office website at www.FirstSheriff.com/tips.
- App: Send a tip directly through the SMCSO app. Download the free app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Phone: For those who prefer to make a phone call, tips can also be shared through the Crime Solvers line at 301-475-3333.
With Crime Solvers, you never have to give your name. You may be eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
