LEXINGTON PARK, Md. — A Lexington Park man is facing assault and property destruction charges after allegedly attacking his ex-girlfriend during a confrontation outside her home that escalated into tire slashing and physical violence, according to court documents filed May 5, 2025.
The defendant, identified as Ryan Tyler Curtis, 29, of Mako Way, is charged with second-degree assault and malicious destruction of property under $1,000. The charges stem from an incident that began shortly after 9 a.m. on Enterprise Road, where deputies responded to a report of a domestic disturbance.
According to the statement of probable cause, the victim was sitting in her parked vehicle outside the residence when Curtis approached the driver’s side. She told authorities the driver’s window does not roll down and that she attempted to speak with him through the open passenger-side window. Curtis then allegedly began yelling and striking the window with a knife described as having a black blade and metal handle.
As she attempted to flee, the victim reported that Curtis slashed her front driver-side tire. She was able to drive away and observed Curtis leaving the area as well.
Deputies later located Curtis, who allegedly admitted to being at the residence and attempting to speak with the victim about her new relationship and a recent pregnancy. The victim had reportedly told him the day prior that he might not be the father of the child, which she said upset him.
The victim also stated that the altercation began the previous day, when Curtis arrived uninvited and started an argument about suspected infidelity. She told deputies he struck her multiple times in the face, slapped and scratched her, and attempted to strangle her by placing his hands around her neck. She did not lose consciousness but was evaluated on scene by EMS.
She also reported that Curtis called her during the police response but hung up after she asked why he was contacting her.
While being transported to the detention center, Curtis allegedly made an unsolicited statement to the arresting officer, admitting the driver-side window had not been open—contradicting an earlier version of his account.
The case is being heard in St. Mary’s County District Court. Judge Karen Christy Holt Chesser initially ordered Curtis held without bond. He was later released on his own recognizance following a bail review.
Second-degree assault in Maryland carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in jail and a $2,500 fine. Malicious destruction of property under $1,000 carries a penalty of up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine.
A trial is scheduled for June 23 in St. Mary’s County District Court.
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Damn shame