A Mechanicsville man is facing serious charges after a routine traffic stop by the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office uncovered stolen property, loaded firearms, and drugs. Patrick Wayne Brooks, 37, of Mechanicsville, was arrested on December 12, 2024, following the incident and remains in custody without bond. Deputy Timothy White initiated the stop after spotting a blue Dodge pickup truck traveling on Three Notch Road near Morganza Turner Road. The truck, equipped with a metal toolbox in its bed, matched the description of a vehicle involved in a prior theft case. The vehicle turned onto Laurel Grove Road and stopped in a driveway. Upon approaching the truck, Deputy White observed Maryland license plates confirmed as stolen property belonging to St. Mary’s County Public Schools. Brooks, identified as the driver, was detained on the scene. When questioned about the plates, Brooks denied ownership of the truck, stating, “The truck is not mine.” Deputy White, joined by Deputy Cucinetta, searched the truck. During the search, Brooks asked for his jacket to be retrieved from the passenger-side floorboard. He granted permission to the deputy, responding, “Yes,” when asked if they could enter the vehicle to retrieve it. While retrieving the jacket, Deputy Cucinetta […]
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