From The Desk Of Pocomoke City Police Chief, Kelvin D. Sewell

Last week I received a complaint from an individual whose family member(s) name appeared on the Pocomoke City monthly arrest log that is put out to the media by The Pocomoke City Police Department each month. The list consists of names of suspects some of whom are recidivist, (Repeat offenders) who commit crimes here in Pocomoke City.

The names and charges that appear on the Pocomoke City Police monthly arrest list are considered public knowledge. This information could also be obtained by individuals who have computers with internet access. (Maryland Judiciary website)

Pocomoke City Police Officers are tasked each and every day with keeping the citizens of Pocomoke City safe from individuals who decide to commit crimes. A Criminal Citation is considered an on-view arrest and must appear in court for the charge issued, just as an arrest that requires an officer to detain and handcuff the individual. These arrests are not personal with the Officers who affect the arrest of criminals; it is the Officers job to continue to make Pocomoke The Friendliest Town on the Eastern Shore.

To the family members whose loved ones names appear on the Pocomoke City monthly arrest log, perhaps you should ask your family members whose names appears on our monthly arrest log to stop committing these crimes and stop embarrassing your family. The Pocomoke City Police Department will continue to work hard each and every day keeping the citizens of Pocomoke City safe.


Respectfully Submitted
Chief Kelvin D. Sewell