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Attorney's Office" alt="Frederick County State's Attorney's Office" width=40 height=40 onerror="this.style.display='none'"></a> </div> </div> <div class="cff-post-text" style="font-size:18px;" > <span class="cff-text" data-color=""> PRESS RELEASE<img class="cff-linebreak" />FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<img class="cff-linebreak" />FEBRUARY 26, 2025<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />VIRGINIA MAN SENTENCED TO 93 YEARS TO SERVE FOR TWO COUNTS OF FIRST-DEGREE ASSAULT, 2 COUNTS OF USE OF FIREARM IN THE COMMISSION OF A CRIME OF VIOLENCE, ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF REGULATED FIREARM<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, MD – Today, in Frederick County Circuit Court, The Honorable Julie Solt sentenced 35-year-old, David Clayton Hanson to serve 93 years in the Division of Corrections for two counts of First Degree Assault, two counts of Use of Firearm in the Commission of a Crime of Violence, Illegal Possession of a Regulated Firearm and Illegal Possession of Ammunition after a jury found the Defendant guilty of those crimes on December 6, 2024. The sentences for the most significant charges will run consecutively.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />On November 18, 2021, at approximately 8:30 a.m., police responded to a call for an armed robbery in the 400 Block of E. Patrick Street. Investigators quickly determined the incident was not a robbery. A witness told police that the Defendant held a handgun to the back of the victim’s head and pulled the trigger, but the gun did not successfully discharge. There was a second victim who intervened and gave chase to the Defendant. The original victim had an active final protective order against the Defendant issued from the State of Virginia. The protective order was issued due to the Defendant’s prior threats to kill the victim. The Defendant ran from the scene upon being chased by the second victim and discarded the weapon in Carroll Creek. Police located and arrested the Defendant near Hope Circle shortly after the incident. It was clear that the Defendant had worn a disguise, including a beanie with a black wig in an attempt to hide his identity. The Defendant’s active protective order was found inside the Defendant’s car, and he had driven from Virginia to commit the crime.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />State’s Attorney Charlie Smith said, “Mr. Hanson presented a great danger to the community and this domestic violence victim, who already held an active Virginia protective order meant to protect her. I am pleased that the Court sentenced the Defendant in a way that incapacitates him and ensures her safety.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />During a Victim Impact Statement, the bystander victim expressed to the Court, “Today, my friend has the power; she won. For the last three years, the State gave us our power back.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />In addition, the original victim told the Court, “My family and I have been profoundly impacted. My children will now grow up without being in a constant state of fear and threat of violence.” <img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Judge Julie Solt addressed the Defendant, saying, “You caused significant emotional harm to the two victims, while putting them in physical danger. I don’t know how someone could make a choice to kill the parent of his own children. This court has no confidence that you could be out in society as a law abiding citizen.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Chief Domestic Violence Unit, Brett Engler represented the State of Maryland, assisted by Chief Violent Crimes Unit, Ricky Lewis.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Press Contact:<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Jacqueline Rottmann<img class="cff-linebreak" />Court Media Relations Officer<img class="cff-linebreak" /> 301-600-2972<img class="cff-linebreak" />100 West Patrick Street<img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, Maryland 21701<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />#### </span> <span class="cff-expand">... <a href="#" style="color: #"><span class="cff-more">See More</span><span class="cff-less">See Less</span></a></span> </div> <div class="cff-post-links"> <a class="cff-viewpost-facebook" 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</div> <div id="cff_1118342561541122_1027877409370454" class="cff-item cff-photo-post author-frederick-county-state-s-attorney-s-office" > <div class="cff-author"> <div class="cff-author-text"> <div class="cff-page-name cff-author-date" > <a href="https://facebook.com/1118342561541122" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Frederick County State's Attorney's Office</a> <span class="cff-story"> </span> </div> <p class="cff-date" > 2 days ago </p> </div> <div class="cff-author-img " data-avatar="https://scontent-ams4-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-1/272001972_297916972366505_879448850990412339_n.png?stp=cp0_dst-png_s50x50&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=fe756c&_nc_ohc=RupBURS_dBgQ7kNvgE3g4M8&_nc_oc=AdjSERb3qC_YAnqCT0fGgRtI2o9l9LXKy-b2RHjWlOe3W0a42BHZwN7LTLT1MuOm1uQ&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-ams4-1.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&_nc_gid=AAPMvIsIgOEYIul7OEGp2rI&oh=00_AYDhCRR7hr9-KfpjfpRmVVXhIp9iTw55rnfz0xp-2hHsCA&oe=67C5C30E"> <a href="https://facebook.com/1118342561541122" target="_blank" rel="nofollow 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ASSAULT AND USE OF A FIREARM IN THE COMMISSION OF A VIOLENT CRIME<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, MD – Today, in Frederick County Circuit Court, The Honorable Judge Scott Rolle sentenced 30-year-old Bryant A. Paradine, of Littlestown, PA, to 25 years in the Division of Corrections suspending 20 years with 5 years to serve for First-Degree Assault and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Violent Crime after the Defendant pleaded guilty. The Defendant is not eligible for parole consideration as part of the plea agreement and will be required to serve the entire 5 years in prison.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />On August 14, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Maryland State Police responded to a call for a shooting near Route 15 SB/Tippin Drive. The 911 caller reported that a man shot a firearm from his driver’s side window at another motorist passing him before exiting U.S. 15 onto Tippin Drive. The victim of the shooting also called police to report that he had been shot at. Police recovered one projectile from the victim’s vehicle. Both the witness and the victim described the Defendant’s vehicle as an early 2000’s red/maroon chevy Tahoe with PA registration and the operator as a white male with a beard. Thurmont Police surveillance cameras picked up the Defendant’s SUV at 7:27am turning onto Frederick Road and vehicle registration information confirmed the Defendant’s identity as Bryant Paradine. Troopers located and interviewed Paradine at his nearby place of employment where he admitted to being involved in the road rage incident and firing a round at the other motorist. Paradine was placed under arrest and his vehicle was searched. Troopers recovered a Canik 9 mm handgun with a loaded magazine as well as one spent 9 mm casing from his vehicle. <img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />State’s Attorney Charlie Smith said, “Road rage is a real danger to our community. While many of these cases are first-time offenders, they present too great of a public safety risk to not put them in prison. We must send a message that if you are willing to jeopardize someone's life, the repercussions will change your life forever.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />The victim, who was in agreement with the sentence, addressed the court stating, “He was tailgating me, cut me off, brake checked me, pulled out a gun and pulled the trigger. Why did he think he had the right to decide that my family would never see me again and make my wife a widow?”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Upon release from the Division of Corrections, the Defendant will serve 3 years on supervised probation with all standard conditions, including anger management classes. The firearm and ammunition were ordered forfeited as part of the sentence and the Defendant is prohibited from owning a firearm for the rest of his life.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />The investigation was handled by the Maryland State Police Criminal Enforcement Division with assistance from the Thurmont Police Department. Chief, Violent Crimes Unit, Ricky Lewis, represented the State of Maryland.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Press Contact:<img class="cff-linebreak" />Jacqueline Rottmann<img class="cff-linebreak" />Court Media Relations Officer<img class="cff-linebreak" /> 301-600-2972<img class="cff-linebreak" />100 West Patrick Street<img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, Maryland 21701<img class="cff-linebreak" />#### </span> <span class="cff-expand">... <a href="#" style="color: #"><span class="cff-more">See More</span><span class="cff-less">See Less</span></a></span> </div> <div class="cff-post-links"> <a class="cff-viewpost-facebook" href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1027876752703853&set=a.297916945699841&type=3" title="View on Facebook" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View on Facebook</a> <div class="cff-share-container"> <span class="cff-dot" >·</span> <a class="cff-share-link" 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Attorney's Office" alt="Frederick County State's Attorney's Office" width=40 height=40 onerror="this.style.display='none'"></a> </div> </div> <div class="cff-post-text" style="font-size:18px;" > <span class="cff-text" data-color=""> PRESS RELEASE<img class="cff-linebreak" />FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<img class="cff-linebreak" />FEBRUARY 18, 2025<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />FREDERICK MAN TO SERVE 17 YEARS IN THE DIVISION OF CORRECTIONS FOR ARMED ROBBERY<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, MD – Today, in Frederick County Circuit Court, Judge Julia Minner sentenced 42-year old Nicholas Albanes, of Frederick, MD to 20 years, suspend all but 17 years of active incarceration, to the Division of Corrections for Armed Robbery. The Defendant pleaded guilty to the charge on January 7, 2025 and sentencing was postponed until today.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />On 5/10/2023, at approximately 5:20 p.m., Frederick Police responded to Hillcrest Drive and Lancaster Place for a robbery and possible attempted abduction of a child. Officers contacted the victim and her 8-year old daughter. The victim told police they were walking along Hillcrest Drive when she noticed a vehicle parking along the shoulder of the road. Shortly after, she felt the Defendant brush up against her and then attempted to grab her daughter. The victim held on to her daughter while the Defendant forcibly grabbed the victim’s purse from her. The victim told police that the Defendant attempted to grab for the child a second time, unsuccessfully, and the victim began screaming for help. The Defendant then pepper-sprayed both victims and fled the scene in his vehicle. <img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Police reviewed available surveillance footage that captured the incident and identified the Defendant through matching motor vehicle registration, automobile records and forensically collected DNA off of the pepper-spray canister located at the scene. Multiple witnesses, who heard the screaming nearby, also provided details to police. <img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Judge Minner addressed the Defendant, stating, “I am sympathetic to your addictions, however, you maced a little girl and her mother. I must assure the community’s safety.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Upon release from the Division of Corrections, the Defendant will serve three years of supervised probation with conditions as outlined by the Court.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Assistant State’s Attorney, Samantha Slattery, and Chief Assistant State’s Attorney for the Violent Crimes Division, Ricky Lewis, represented the State of Maryland.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Press Contact:<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Jacqueline Rottmann<img class="cff-linebreak" />Court Media Relations Officer<img class="cff-linebreak" /> 301-600-2972<img class="cff-linebreak" />100 West Patrick Street<img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, Maryland 21701<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />#### </span> <span class="cff-expand">... <a href="#" style="color: #"><span class="cff-more">See More</span><span 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VIRGINIA MAN SENTENCED TO 93 YEARS TO SERVE FOR TWO COUNTS OF FIRST-DEGREE ASSAULT, 2 COUNTS OF USE OF FIREARM IN THE COMMISSION OF A CRIME OF VIOLENCE, ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF REGULATED FIREARM" href="https://statesattorney.us/virginia-man-sentenced-to-93-years-to-serve-for-two-counts-of-first-degree-assault-2-counts-of-use-of-firearm-in-the-commission-of-a-crime-of-violence-illegal-possession-of-regulated-firearm/">VIRGINIA MAN SENTENCED TO 93 YEARS TO SERVE FOR TWO COUNTS OF FIRST-DEGREE ASSAULT, 2 COUNTS OF USE OF FIREARM IN THE COMMISSION OF A CRIME OF VIOLENCE, ILLEGAL POSSESSION OF REGULATED FIREARM</a><span class="news-time">February 26, 2025 - 5:56 pm</span></div></div></li><li class="news-content post-format-standard"><div class="news-link"><a class='news-thumb no-news-thumb' title="Read: LITTLESTOWN MAN TO SERVE 5 YEARS WITHOUT PAROLE ELIGIBILITY IN THE DIVISION OF CORRECTIONS FOR FIRST-DEGREE ASSAULT AND USE OF A FIREARM IN THE COMMISSION OF A VIOLENT CRIME" href="https://statesattorney.us/littlestown-man-to-serve-5-years-without-parole-eligibility-in-the-division-of-corrections-for-first-degree-assault-and-use-of-a-firearm-in-the-commission-of-a-violent-crime/"></a><div class="news-headline"><a class='news-title' title="Read: LITTLESTOWN MAN TO SERVE 5 YEARS WITHOUT PAROLE ELIGIBILITY IN THE DIVISION OF CORRECTIONS FOR FIRST-DEGREE ASSAULT AND USE OF A FIREARM IN THE COMMISSION OF A VIOLENT CRIME" href="https://statesattorney.us/littlestown-man-to-serve-5-years-without-parole-eligibility-in-the-division-of-corrections-for-first-degree-assault-and-use-of-a-firearm-in-the-commission-of-a-violent-crime/">LITTLESTOWN MAN TO SERVE 5 YEARS WITHOUT PAROLE ELIGIBILITY IN THE DIVISION OF CORRECTIONS FOR FIRST-DEGREE ASSAULT AND USE OF A FIREARM IN THE COMMISSION OF A VIOLENT CRIME</a><span class="news-time">February 25, 2025 - 12:59 pm</span></div></div></li><li class="news-content post-format-standard"><div class="news-link"><a class='news-thumb 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href="https://statesattorney.us/county-executive-proclaims-february-5th-prosecutors-day-to-honor-local-prosecutors-role-in-justice-and-community-safety/"></a><div class="news-headline"><a class='news-title' title="Read: County Executive Proclaims February 5th Prosecutor’s Day to Honor Local Prosecutors’ Role in Justice and Community Safety" href="https://statesattorney.us/county-executive-proclaims-february-5th-prosecutors-day-to-honor-local-prosecutors-role-in-justice-and-community-safety/">County Executive Proclaims February 5th Prosecutor’s Day to Honor Local Prosecutors’ Role in Justice and Community Safety</a><span class="news-time">February 5, 2025 - 8:21 am</span></div></div></li><li class="news-content post-format-standard"><div class="news-link"><a class='news-thumb no-news-thumb' title="Read: WASHINGTON D.C. 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href="https://statesattorney.us/prince-georges-county-man-to-serve-14-years-in-the-division-of-corrections-for-possession-with-the-intent-to-distribute-cocaine/"></a><div class="news-headline"><a class='news-title' title="Read: PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY MAN TO SERVE 14 YEARS IN THE DIVISION OF CORRECTIONS FOR POSSESSION WITH THE INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE COCAINE" href="https://statesattorney.us/prince-georges-county-man-to-serve-14-years-in-the-division-of-corrections-for-possession-with-the-intent-to-distribute-cocaine/">PRINCE GEORGES COUNTY MAN TO SERVE 14 YEARS IN THE DIVISION OF CORRECTIONS FOR POSSESSION WITH THE INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE COCAINE</a><span class="news-time">January 13, 2025 - 12:46 pm</span></div></div></li><li class="news-content post-format-standard"><div class="news-link"><a class='news-thumb no-news-thumb' title="Read: MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA MAN HELD WITHOUT BOND IN THE FREDERICK COUNTY ADULT DETENTION CENTER" href="https://statesattorney.us/25324-2/"></a><div 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FREDERICK</a><span class="news-time">November 4, 2024 - 5:06 pm</span></div></div></li><li class="news-content post-format-standard"><div class="news-link"><a class='news-thumb no-news-thumb' title="Read: Frederick Man Sentenced To 10 Years In The Division of Corrections for Fifth Offense DUI Charges Involving a Fatality, Violation of Probation for Second-Degree Assault and Illegal Firearm Offenses" href="https://statesattorney.us/frederick-man-sentenced-to-10-years-in-the-division-of-corrections-for-fifth-offense-dui-charges-involving-a-fatality-violation-of-probation-for-second-degree-assault-and-illegal-firearm-offenses/"></a><div class="news-headline"><a class='news-title' title="Read: Frederick Man Sentenced To 10 Years In The Division of Corrections for Fifth Offense DUI Charges Involving a Fatality, Violation of Probation for Second-Degree Assault and Illegal Firearm Offenses" 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The sentences for the most significant charges will run consecutively.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />On November 18, 2021, at approximately 8:30 a.m., police responded to a call for an armed robbery in the 400 Block of E. Patrick Street. Investigators quickly determined the incident was not a robbery. A witness told police that the Defendant held a handgun to the back of the victim’s head and pulled the trigger, but the gun did not successfully discharge. There was a second victim who intervened and gave chase to the Defendant. The original victim had an active final protective order against the Defendant issued from the State of Virginia. The protective order was issued due to the Defendant’s prior threats to kill the victim. The Defendant ran from the scene upon being chased by the second victim and discarded the weapon in Carroll Creek. Police located and arrested the Defendant near Hope Circle shortly after the incident. It was clear that the Defendant had worn a disguise, including a beanie with a black wig in an attempt to hide his identity. The Defendant’s active protective order was found inside the Defendant’s car, and he had driven from Virginia to commit the crime.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />State’s Attorney Charlie Smith said, “Mr. Hanson presented a great danger to the community and this domestic violence victim, who already held an active Virginia protective order meant to protect her. I am pleased that the Court sentenced the Defendant in a way that incapacitates him and ensures her safety.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />During a Victim Impact Statement, the bystander victim expressed to the Court, “Today, my friend has the power; she won. For the last three years, the State gave us our power back.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />In addition, the original victim told the Court, “My family and I have been profoundly impacted. My children will now grow up without being in a constant state of fear and threat of violence.” <img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Judge Julie Solt addressed the Defendant, saying, “You caused significant emotional harm to the two victims, while putting them in physical danger. I don’t know how someone could make a choice to kill the parent of his own children. This court has no confidence that you could be out in society as a law abiding citizen.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Chief Domestic Violence Unit, Brett Engler represented the State of Maryland, assisted by Chief Violent Crimes Unit, Ricky Lewis.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Press Contact:<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Jacqueline Rottmann<img class="cff-linebreak" />Court Media Relations Officer<img class="cff-linebreak" /> 301-600-2972<img class="cff-linebreak" />100 West Patrick Street<img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, Maryland 21701<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />#### </span> <span class="cff-expand">... <a href="#" style="color: #"><span class="cff-more">See More</span><span class="cff-less">See Less</span></a></span> </div> <div class="cff-post-links"> <a class="cff-viewpost-facebook" 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</div> <div id="cff_1118342561541122_1027877409370454" class="cff-item cff-photo-post author-frederick-county-state-s-attorney-s-office" > <div class="cff-author"> <div class="cff-author-text"> <div class="cff-page-name cff-author-date" > <a href="https://facebook.com/1118342561541122" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" >Frederick County State's Attorney's Office</a> <span class="cff-story"> </span> </div> <p class="cff-date" > 2 days ago </p> </div> <div class="cff-author-img " data-avatar="https://scontent-ams4-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-1/272001972_297916972366505_879448850990412339_n.png?stp=cp0_dst-png_s50x50&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=fe756c&_nc_ohc=RupBURS_dBgQ7kNvgE3g4M8&_nc_oc=AdjSERb3qC_YAnqCT0fGgRtI2o9l9LXKy-b2RHjWlOe3W0a42BHZwN7LTLT1MuOm1uQ&_nc_zt=24&_nc_ht=scontent-ams4-1.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&_nc_gid=AAPMvIsIgOEYIul7OEGp2rI&oh=00_AYDhCRR7hr9-KfpjfpRmVVXhIp9iTw55rnfz0xp-2hHsCA&oe=67C5C30E"> <a href="https://facebook.com/1118342561541122" target="_blank" rel="nofollow 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FIREARM IN THE COMMISSION OF A VIOLENT CRIME<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, MD – Today, in Frederick County Circuit Court, The Honorable Judge Scott Rolle sentenced 30-year-old Bryant A. Paradine, of Littlestown, PA, to 25 years in the Division of Corrections suspending 20 years with 5 years to serve for First-Degree Assault and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Violent Crime after the Defendant pleaded guilty. The Defendant is not eligible for parole consideration as part of the plea agreement and will be required to serve the entire 5 years in prison.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />On August 14, 2024, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Maryland State Police responded to a call for a shooting near Route 15 SB/Tippin Drive. The 911 caller reported that a man shot a firearm from his driver’s side window at another motorist passing him before exiting U.S. 15 onto Tippin Drive. The victim of the shooting also called police to report that he had been shot at. Police recovered one projectile from the victim’s vehicle. Both the witness and the victim described the Defendant’s vehicle as an early 2000’s red/maroon chevy Tahoe with PA registration and the operator as a white male with a beard. Thurmont Police surveillance cameras picked up the Defendant’s SUV at 7:27am turning onto Frederick Road and vehicle registration information confirmed the Defendant’s identity as Bryant Paradine. Troopers located and interviewed Paradine at his nearby place of employment where he admitted to being involved in the road rage incident and firing a round at the other motorist. Paradine was placed under arrest and his vehicle was searched. Troopers recovered a Canik 9 mm handgun with a loaded magazine as well as one spent 9 mm casing from his vehicle. <img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />State’s Attorney Charlie Smith said, “Road rage is a real danger to our community. While many of these cases are first-time offenders, they present too great of a public safety risk to not put them in prison. We must send a message that if you are willing to jeopardize someone's life, the repercussions will change your life forever.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />The victim, who was in agreement with the sentence, addressed the court stating, “He was tailgating me, cut me off, brake checked me, pulled out a gun and pulled the trigger. Why did he think he had the right to decide that my family would never see me again and make my wife a widow?”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Upon release from the Division of Corrections, the Defendant will serve 3 years on supervised probation with all standard conditions, including anger management classes. The firearm and ammunition were ordered forfeited as part of the sentence and the Defendant is prohibited from owning a firearm for the rest of his life.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />The investigation was handled by the Maryland State Police Criminal Enforcement Division with assistance from the Thurmont Police Department. Chief, Violent Crimes Unit, Ricky Lewis, represented the State of Maryland.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Press Contact:<img class="cff-linebreak" />Jacqueline Rottmann<img class="cff-linebreak" />Court Media Relations Officer<img class="cff-linebreak" /> 301-600-2972<img class="cff-linebreak" />100 West Patrick Street<img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, Maryland 21701<img class="cff-linebreak" />#### </span> <span class="cff-expand">... <a href="#" style="color: #"><span class="cff-more">See More</span><span class="cff-less">See Less</span></a></span> </div> <div class="cff-post-links"> <a class="cff-viewpost-facebook" href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1027876752703853&set=a.297916945699841&type=3" title="View on Facebook" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" >View on Facebook</a> <div class="cff-share-container"> <span class="cff-dot" >·</span> <a class="cff-share-link" 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alt="Frederick County State's Attorney's Office" width=40 height=40 onerror="this.style.display='none'"></a> </div> </div> <div class="cff-post-text" style="font-size:18px;" > <span class="cff-text" data-color=""> PRESS RELEASE<img class="cff-linebreak" />FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<img class="cff-linebreak" />FEBRUARY 18, 2025<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />FREDERICK MAN TO SERVE 17 YEARS IN THE DIVISION OF CORRECTIONS FOR ARMED ROBBERY<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, MD – Today, in Frederick County Circuit Court, Judge Julia Minner sentenced 42-year old Nicholas Albanes, of Frederick, MD to 20 years, suspend all but 17 years of active incarceration, to the Division of Corrections for Armed Robbery. The Defendant pleaded guilty to the charge on January 7, 2025 and sentencing was postponed until today.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />On 5/10/2023, at approximately 5:20 p.m., Frederick Police responded to Hillcrest Drive and Lancaster Place for a robbery and possible attempted abduction of a child. Officers contacted the victim and her 8-year old daughter. The victim told police they were walking along Hillcrest Drive when she noticed a vehicle parking along the shoulder of the road. Shortly after, she felt the Defendant brush up against her and then attempted to grab her daughter. The victim held on to her daughter while the Defendant forcibly grabbed the victim’s purse from her. The victim told police that the Defendant attempted to grab for the child a second time, unsuccessfully, and the victim began screaming for help. The Defendant then pepper-sprayed both victims and fled the scene in his vehicle. <img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Police reviewed available surveillance footage that captured the incident and identified the Defendant through matching motor vehicle registration, automobile records and forensically collected DNA off of the pepper-spray canister located at the scene. Multiple witnesses, who heard the screaming nearby, also provided details to police. <img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Judge Minner addressed the Defendant, stating, “I am sympathetic to your addictions, however, you maced a little girl and her mother. I must assure the community’s safety.”<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Upon release from the Division of Corrections, the Defendant will serve three years of supervised probation with conditions as outlined by the Court.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Assistant State’s Attorney, Samantha Slattery, and Chief Assistant State’s Attorney for the Violent Crimes Division, Ricky Lewis, represented the State of Maryland.<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Press Contact:<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />Jacqueline Rottmann<img class="cff-linebreak" />Court Media Relations Officer<img class="cff-linebreak" /> 301-600-2972<img class="cff-linebreak" />100 West Patrick Street<img class="cff-linebreak" />Frederick, Maryland 21701<img class="cff-linebreak" /><img class="cff-linebreak" />#### </span> <span class="cff-expand">... <a href="#" style="color: #"><span class="cff-more">See More</span><span 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