Virginia Fugitive Found Intoxicated, Tracked By K9 After Fleeing Prince Frederick Recovery Center

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — A Virginia man wanted on an active warrant was arrested after fleeing deputies and being tracked by a K9 following a drunken disturbance outside a Prince Frederick recovery center, according to court documents.

Roosevelt Franklin Rousey Jr., 28, of Ruther Glen, Virginia, is facing multiple misdemeanor charges after the April 13, 2026 incident, including intoxicated public disturbance, intoxicated endangerment, and providing false identification to avoid prosecution.

Deputies responded around 9:15 p.m. to the area of 50 Armory Road, where an employee of Avenues Recovery reported an intoxicated man sitting on a guardrail. The individual, later identified as Rousey, had reportedly registered a blood alcohol concentration of .200.

When deputies made contact, they observed signs of heavy intoxication, including a strong odor of alcohol and difficulty maintaining balance. Authorities initially attempted to assist Rousey by giving him a ride back to the recovery center, but during the interaction, he repeatedly provided inconsistent information about his identity and avoided giving his full name.

After being transported to Avenues Recovery, Rousey exited the vehicle and ran from the facility through a rear door, prompting a search of the surrounding area. Deputies later confirmed his identity through staff, who also advised that he had an active out-of-state warrant from Virginia related to burglary.

A perimeter was established, and a K9 unit tracked Rousey to the area of Fairground Road and Dares Beach Road, where he was taken into custody without further incident.

In addition to the Maryland charges, Rousey is being held as a fugitive from justice in connection with the Virginia warrant. He was ordered held without bond following a bail review hearing before Judge Robyn Riddle on April 15, 2026.

A hearing related to the fugitive case is scheduled for May 15, 2026, in Calvert District Court. A trial for the Maryland charges is set for May 20, 2026, in the same court.

Under Maryland law, intoxicated public disturbance and intoxicated endangerment each carry a maximum penalty of up to 90 days in jail and/or fines, while providing false identification to avoid prosecution carries a potential penalty of up to one year of incarceration and/or fines if convicted.

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