Early-Morning 7-Eleven Disturbance Escalates Into Arrest, Multiple Charges Filed In Lexington Park

LEXINGTON PARK, Md. — An early-morning disturbance call at a Lexington Park convenience store escalated into a physical confrontation and multiple criminal charges, according to the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office. A Washington, D.C. man is facing several charges following an arrest that occurred on Dec. 19, 2025.

According to court records, Antonio Gross, 35, of Washington, D.C., was arrested and charged with four counts of second-degree assault, disorderly conduct, failure to obey a reasonable and lawful order, disturbing the peace, resisting or interfering with arrest, and possession of contraband in a place of confinement.

Police reports state that St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched at approximately 7:06 a.m. on Dec. 19, 2025, to the 7-Eleven located in Lexington Park for a reported disturbance. Upon arrival, deputies say they encountered Gross near the entrance of the convenience store with a dog. Law enforcement reported that Gross began recording deputies with his phone and stated, “I got a camera on too,” followed by, “You know what time it is.”

According to charging documents, deputies entered the store and spoke with employees, who reported that Gross had allegedly refused to comply with the store’s posted no-backpack policy. Employees further alleged that Gross became disruptive and caused a disturbance, prompting them to request that deputies issue a notice not to trespass.

When deputies returned outside to speak with Gross, he allegedly refused to leave the property and began yelling at officers in what authorities described as a disruptive and disorderly manner. Deputies advised Gross that the business had the legal right to refuse service and directed him to vacate the premises. Police say Gross did not comply.

According to the report, deputies warned Gross that he would be arrested for trespassing if he did not follow the lawful order. When they attempted to place him in handcuffs, Gross allegedly resisted. With assistance from multiple deputies, he was eventually restrained. Authorities reported that he continued resisting, refused to enter the patrol vehicle, and claimed he was being kidnapped. Deputies then took Gross to the ground to gain control and escorted him to the patrol vehicle.

Deputies stated that Gross braced his feet against the door frame and kicked, allegedly striking deputies in the process. Once inside the vehicle, he reportedly continued kicking and striking the interior of the patrol car, including the windows.

Due to what authorities described as continued resistance, a larger transport vehicle was requested. Gross was later secured in the secondary vehicle and transported to the St. Mary’s County Detention and Rehabilitation Center.

During intake at the detention facility, deputies reported discovering a green leafy substance in Gross’s jacket pocket. He was subsequently charged with possession of contraband in a place of confinement.

Gross was released later that day on a $500 bond. A trial officer scheduling hearing is set for Feb. 3, 2026.

Under Maryland law, second-degree assault carries a maximum penalty of up to 10 years in prison per count and a $2,500 fine. Resisting or interfering with arrest is punishable by up to three years of incarceration. Possession of contraband in a place of confinement also carries a potential sentence of up to three years. Disorderly conduct, disturbing the peace, and failure to obey a lawful order are misdemeanor offenses, each carrying potential penalties of up to 60 days in jail and fines.

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