Easton - MD Police Department

08/06/2026

Thank you to the Widows of Warriors Fund for their generous donation of 12 cases of water and 6 cases of Gatorade to help keep our officers hydrated during the summer heat!

Jason Bell, accompanied by Christian Mackendric and Carol Van Evern, stopped by to deliver the much-appreciated donation.

Pictured from left to right: Christian Mackendric, Jason Bell, Cpl. Anthony Cullings, Carol Van Evern, and Pfc. Marleni Baltazar.

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and continued support of our officers!

08/06/2026

Public Service Announcement:

The Easton Police Department is aware of a telephone scam that is targeting citizens in our area. The caller is identifying as an Easton Police Officer and requesting payment over the phone. The Easton Police Department does not accept direct payments for any enforcement/ criminal related activity or restitution. Do not make payments over the telephone to those claiming to represent the Easton Police Department.

08/06/2026

PRESS RELEASE

8/3/2026

1. Felon in possession of a Firearm – On July 30, 2026, the Easton Police Department arrested Mr. Dean Baynard, 38 yrs old of Easton, MD and charged him with being a felon in possession of a firearm as well as illegal possession of ammunition.
On July 30, 2026, Detectives from the Easton Police Department, with assistance from the Natural Resources Police Tactical Response Team and the Easton Police Department Crisis Response Unit, executed a search and seizure warrant at an apartment Baynard was living at, located at 11 Jowite Street, Easton, MD. During the search of that apartment, a handgun and ammunition were located. A criminal records check of Baynard revealed he is a convicted felon and therefore, prohibited from possessing fi****ms and/or ammunition in the State of Maryland. Baynard was seen by a court commissioner and later held without bond at the Talbot County Detention Center. The Easton Police Department was assisted in this investigation by the Natural Resources Police Tactical Response Team and the Easton Police Department Crisis Response Unit.

2. First Degree Assault – On July 31, 2026, the Easton Police Department served Mr. Dean Baynard, 38 yrs old of Easton, MD with an Arrest Warrant charging him with 1st degree Assault, 2nd degree Assault and Reckless Endangerment. Baynard was already being held without bond at the Talbot County Detention Center.
On July 22, 2026, the Easton Police Department received a call for an incident that took place on July 21, 2026. The investigation revealed Baynard displayed a handgun during an argument and made threats to Assault and kill another person. A criminal records check of Baynard revealed is a convicted felon and therefore, prohibited from possessing fi****ms in the State of Maryland.

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08/06/2026

First Degree Assault – On July 29, 2026, the Easton Police Department responded to the 100 block of Blake Street, Easton, MD for a report of shots fired. Officers learned a shooting victim had been dropped off at the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center in Easton, MD for a gunshot wound. Contact was made with an adult male at the hospital who was suffering from a gunshot wound to the foot. Detectives learned the identity of the suspect as being Mr. Kyjae Matthews, 24 yrs old from Cambridge, MD.

08/05/2026

Join us on Friday, August 28 for a Pit Beef Fundraiser benefitting the Easton Police Department's Toy Drive! Food will be served fresh off the grill, from 11am-1pm at the Easton VFW Post 5118 located at 355 Glebe Rd.

For only $12 you get a delicious Pit Beef or Pit Turkey Sandwich cooked by Catering By Jamie along with chips and a cold drink. All proceeds will go to the EPD Toy Drive, which serves to ensure underprivileged local youths are able to receive presents under their tree this holiday season.

EPD will also have their mobile donation station on site, so feel free to get in the holiday spirit early and bring some new (in-package) toys for our local youth and their families to unwrap later this year.

Thank you for your support, we can't wait to see you all out there!

07/28/2026

Update: all raids are open

Westbound RT 50 is closed from Dover Rd to Matthewstown RD due to a traffic accident. Please avoid the area.

07/23/2026

Friendly reminder that our event date for National Night Out 2026 will be Tuesday, October 6. Stay tuned for more info to come!

07/15/2026

Public Service Announcement
The Easton Police Department, in partnership with the Talbot County Sheriff's Department, will be conducting a scheduled law enforcement training exercise at Easton Middle School on July 20, 2026.
During the training, residents can expect to see a significant law enforcement presence at and around the school. This activity is part of a planned training exercise and is not related to an actual emergency or public safety incident.
We appreciate the community's understanding as our agencies work together to enhance our preparedness and ensure we remain ready to respond effectively to critical incidents.

07/08/2026

This week we welcome a new officer to our team, Officer Logan Young!

Officer Young comes to us as a lateral transfer from Vermont, and he will be attending Comparative Compliance courses in October to become certified to serve in Maryland. Once he graduates, he will be sworn in as an EPD Patrolman.

When asked about this new opportunity, he said, "We settled on Easton because we like having the small-town atmosphere and the exciting amenities the area offers. I'm ready to start work with my new team and to serve this community!"

Welcome aboard, Officer Young!

07/01/2026

NOW HIRING: Entry-Level & Lateral Police Officers
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Whether you're just starting your law enforcement career or looking for your next steps, Easton offers exciting career paths, including:
🚔 Drone Unit
🚔 Bike Unit
🚔 SWAT
🚔 Criminal Investigations
🚔 Honor Guard
🚔 …and many more specialized assignments.

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