Wcso Field Operations Bureau - Traffic Stop Leads To Marijuana Distribution Arrest And Firearm Seizure reported near Salisbury

Wicomico County Sheriff's Office reported a wcso field operations bureau - traffic stop leads to marijuana distribution arrest and firearm seizure event near Salisbury on 2026-11-02 19:00:59+00:00.

WCSO Field Operations Bureau - Traffic Stop Leads to Marijuana Distribution Arrest and Firearm Seizure FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Traffic Stop Leads to Marijuana Distribution Arrest and Firearm Seizure Wicomico County, MD - October 29, 2026 - A traffic stop in the area of North Salisbury Boulevard and Dagsboro Road resulted in the arrest of a Virginia man following an investigation that uncovered suspected marijuana packaged for distribution and a loaded handgun. At approximately 3:35 p.m., a Wicomico County Sheriff's Deputy observed a white Lincoln Town Car make a left turn across multiple lanes of traffic, nearly causing a collision. The deputy initiated a traffic stop on the Lincoln and contacted the driver identified as Shane Dalton Kellam. During the investigation, deputies observed drug-related paraphernalia and discovered a loaded Glock .45-caliber handgun inside the vehicle. The subsequent investigation, which included assistance from a Maryland State Police and a Sheriff's Office K-9 unit, resulted in the seizure of approximately 145.59 grams of suspected marijuana, digital scales, two cellular phones, and additional items of evidentiary value. Kellam was arrested and transported to the Wicomico County Detention Center for processing. Kellam was charged with CDS Possession with Intent to Distribute Cannabis and appropriate handgun charges. The Wicomico County Sheriff's Office remains committed to proactive enforcement efforts and addressing illegal firearms and other criminal activity throughout Wicomico County. All individuals are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law. Releasing Authority: Field Operations Bureau Date: November 2, 2026

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  • WicomicoCountyMDIncidentFeed: https://www.wicomicosheriff.com/newsDigestFeature/1793646059