Two Men With Warrants Arrested After Crack Cocaine Found During Dameron Traffic Stop

Richard Alvin Nolan III and Elvis Ray Brien

DAMERON, Md. — A traffic stop in Dameron led to the arrest of two men with outstanding warrants after deputies say suspected crack cocaine and drug paraphernalia were discovered, according to court documents.

Richard Alvin Nolan III, 38, of Lusby, and Elvis Ray Brien, 35, of Lexington Park, were both charged following the May 2, 2026 incident in St. Mary’s County.

According to statements of probable cause, a deputy was patrolling the area of Three Notch Road when a white Ford Ranger pulled onto the roadway with an expired temporary registration. The vehicle then pulled onto the shoulder, prompting a traffic stop.

During the stop, Nolan, who was seated in the front passenger seat, exited the vehicle and walked toward the front of the truck, partially obstructing the deputy’s view. Brien, identified as the operator of the vehicle, was also recognized by deputies from prior encounters.

Deputies determined both men had outstanding warrants, Nolan in St. Mary’s County and Brien in Calvert County, before taking them into custody.

A search of Nolan’s person allegedly revealed a white rock-like substance consistent with suspected crack cocaine, along with packaging materials. Deputies also reported finding additional plastic baggies containing similar substances on the ground near where Nolan had moved, as well as a glass smoking device with suspected residue.

A search incident to Brien’s arrest allegedly uncovered a glass smoking device containing burnt residue, while a further search of the vehicle located a plastic baggie containing a white rock-like substance believed to be crack cocaine.

Both Nolan and Brien are charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Court records show Nolan was initially held without bond before being released on recognizance following a bail review hearing on May 4, 2026 before Judge Karen Christy Holt Chesser. Brien was released on an unsecured personal bond of $1,000 on May 2, 2026.

A hearing is set for June 11, 2026 in St. Mary’s District Court.

Under Maryland law, possession of a controlled dangerous substance carries a maximum penalty of up to one year in jail and a $5,000 fine, while paraphernalia charges can carry fines of up to $500.