Four D.C. Men Arrested After Maryland Stolen Car Chase That Injured Deputy

NEW MARKET, MD – A high-speed pursuit through Frederick County in the early hours of Sunday morning ended in multiple crashes, a hospitalized sheriff’s deputy, and the arrest of four young men from Washington, D.C. The incident unfolded around 3:26 a.m. when authorities responded to reports of suspicious activity in a quiet New Market neighborhood.

According to the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office, the suspects had been spotted allegedly tampering with cars near Jordan Boulevard. When deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the men fled in two separate vehicles, launching a pursuit that quickly escalated.

Stolen Vehicles and Dangerous Crashes

The suspects were driving a 2017 Subaru Outback, later confirmed as stolen out of Carroll County, and a 2012 Toyota Camry. The Subaru eventually veered off Mussetter Road and collided with a tree. A sheriff’s deputy pursuing that vehicle was involved in the crash as well and was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Meanwhile, the Camry lost control and slammed into a parked patrol vehicle that had its emergency lights activated. Thankfully, the deputy stationed in that car had exited moments before the crash and was unharmed.

Regional Law Enforcement Responds

Following the chaotic pursuit, multiple agencies quickly mobilized to locate and apprehend the suspects. These included Maryland State Police, Montgomery County Police, and the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office. Working in coordination, officers tracked down and arrested the four individuals involved.

The suspects were identified as:

Deangelo Dubose, 18
Zaire Graves, 18
Darin Comer, 18
Dayneil Bullock, 21

All four are residents of Washington, D.C.

Detailed List of Charges

Each suspect now faces a range of serious charges related to theft, fleeing law enforcement, and endangering public safety:

Deangelo Dubose

Theft: $1,500 to $25,000
Motor Vehicle Theft
Malicious Destruction of Property over $1,000
Obstructing and Hindering
Resisting/Interfering with Arrest
12 traffic citations

Zaire Graves

Theft: $1,500 to $25,000
Motor Vehicle Theft
Second-Degree Assault
Obstructing and Hindering
Resisting/Interfering with Arrest
14 traffic citations

Dayneil Bullock

Theft: $1,500 to $25,000
Motor Vehicle Theft
Obstructing and Hindering
Resisting/Interfering with Arrest
1 traffic citation

Darin Comer

Theft: $1,500 to $25,000
Motor Vehicle Theft
Obstructing and Hindering
Resisting/Interfering with Arrest
1 traffic citation

Ongoing Investigation

The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is continuing its investigation and is working to determine whether the suspects are connected to other thefts or vehicle-related crimes in the region. They have not yet released additional details on how the suspects acquired the stolen vehicles or whether they had prior criminal histories.

The injured deputy has since been released from the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.

Community Response and Law Enforcement Praise

Officials praised the swift response and coordination of law enforcement from multiple jurisdictions, which helped bring the dangerous situation under control and avoid further injuries or damage.

“This is another example of how quickly a seemingly routine call can escalate into a dangerous situation,” said a sheriff’s office spokesperson. “We’re thankful that no one was seriously hurt and that all suspects are now in custody.”

Residents of New Market and surrounding areas have voiced concern about the rise in car thefts and break-ins, especially involving out-of-town individuals. Law enforcement has promised increased patrols and community outreach in the wake of the incident.

As the suspects await their court appearances, officials hope that swift justice and continued cooperation across county lines will send a clear message to those considering similar crimes: law enforcement is ready, and communities are watching.