PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — A Prince Frederick man is facing multiple assault charges after allegedly attacking two family members during what authorities describe in court documents as a mental health-related incident involving reported schizophrenia. Charles Williams Haywood, 22, was initially reported to be at large following the incident, which involved suicidal statements and erratic behavior, according to charging documents.
Calvert County court records indicate the incident occurred on Sept. 12, 2025, around 5:51 p.m. when Maryland State Police Trooper Corey Williams responded to a Chinquapin Ridge Court address for a domestic assault report. Court records state that Haywood arrived at the residence in a frantic state during what the victim allegedly described as a “psychotic break” related to his diagnosed mental health condition.
Haywood allegedly picked up the victim forcefully and dragged her from the house toward a pool shed on the property, where police said he “threw her around.” Trooper Williams reported observing redness on the victim’s left elbow, where she complained of pain. The victim also stated that Haywood had recently purchased a knife and was carrying it during the incident.
A witness who attempted to intervene when Haywood allegedly tried to force the victim into his car was also pushed during the altercation, according to court documents. The same documents state that a young child was present during the incident.
During the incident, Haywood allegedly made suicidal statements, including “I don’t care if I get shot,” which police interpreted as a reference to suicide by cop. He then left the scene in a gold or silver Toyota sedan, possibly a Camry or Corolla with Virginia registration, according to the report.
Troopers searched the surrounding area but were unable to locate Haywood. The victim later reported that Haywood called her and claimed to be in the pool house at the residence, but a search found no one there. Police reports state that Haywood made repeated phone calls described as erratic, during which he screamed, asked about police, and requested help.
According to police, Haywood told the victim he was near Hallowing Point Park in Prince Frederick. Authorities initiated an emergency cellular phone ping, which confirmed his location in that area, but searches were unsuccessful in locating him.
An arrest warrant was issued for Haywood on Sept. 12, 2025, and he was served on Sept. 13, 2025. Court records show he was initially held without bond before appearing before Judge David W. Densford for a bail review on Sept. 15, 2025, at which point he was released on his own recognizance.
Haywood faces two counts of second-degree assault, each carrying a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison and a $2,500 fine. The Calvert County Public Defender’s Office has entered an appearance on his behalf and filed motions requesting a speedy trial and discovery of evidence.
A trial is scheduled for Oct. 14, 2025, at 1 p.m. in Calvert County District Court.
The State’s Attorney’s Office for Calvert County is prosecuting the case. All proceedings will take place in Calvert County District Court in Prince Frederick.
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So someone who has had a psychotic break, a violent one at that, is released on his own recognizance? I’m not a doctor so perhaps I’m missing something?