Salisbury, Maryland Police Department

10/23/2026

Spotlight of the Week

On October 20, 2026, officers with the Salisbury Police Department responded to the Royal Farms located at located on Snow Hill Rd for a subject having medical condition. While on scene, they contacted an individual who identified himself as Dynel Wise.
During the encounter, officers determined that Wise potentially had an active warrant for his arrest for fi****ms related charges. During their contact with Wise, officers located and recovered a loaded handgun on his person. Further investigation revealed that Wise was prohibited from possessing fi****ms due to his prior criminal history.
Wise was subsequently arrested and charged with illegal possession of a loaded fi***rm and related offenses before being transferred to the custody of the Wicomico County Detention Center.

If you or someone you know has information regarding crime in the area, please contact the Salisbury Police Department at (410)548-3165 or anonymously through Crime Solvers at (410)548-1776. We encourage the community to download our app to stay up to date on SPD news, alerts, resources, and important department information.
*All individuals charged with a criminal offense are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law

10/22/2026

Salisbury Police charge two men following Sunday night assault that left victim in critical condition.

See the full media release below.

10/19/2026

SPD Investigates Sunday Night Assault.

The Salisbury Police Department is investigating an assault that occurred just before 10:45 p.m. last night on the sidewalk in front of Bury Tavern, 212 W. Main St.
Officers responded to the scene and located a 43-year-old male victim who had been assaulted and was unconscious on the sidewalk. The victim was transported by Salisbury EMS to Tidal Health Peninsula Regional Medical Center, where he remains in critical condition.
The investigation is ongoing, and we are asking for the public’s assistance. Anyone who may have witnessed this incident or has information that could assist investigators is urged to contact the Salisbury Police Department at 410-548-3165. Those wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776.

10/16/2026

Spotlight of the Week

On October 14, 2026, Salisbury Police Department officers responded to the area of Calvert Street for a report of a man with a gun.
During the investigation, officers learned that a fi***rm had been displayed at a vehicle before the suspect left the area. Officers developed a description and possible location for the suspect and located an individual matching that description who was also in possession of a fi***rm.
Further investigation identified Jnih Owens as the alleged suspect. Owens was charged with First-Degree Assault and related fi***rm offenses and was transported to the Wicomico County Detention Center.
If you or someone you know has information regarding crime in the area, please contact the Salisbury Police Department at (410)548-3165 or anonymously through Crime Solvers at (410)548-1776. We encourage the community to download our app to stay up to date on SPD news, alerts, resources, and important department information.
*All individuals charged with a criminal offense are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court of law

10/13/2026

The Salisbury Police Department invites the community to welcome our first cadet, Peyton Moore! Cadets with SPD are given the opportunity for hands-on training and career development in law enforcement, preparing them for a bright future! Interested in becoming a cadet? Apply today!
🔗https://www.policeapp.com/Dispatcher-Salisbury-MD.../1710/

10/09/2026

On October 5, 2026, Salisbury Police Department Officers and members of the Criminal Investigation Division responded to the 400 block of Elizabeth Street in reference to a report of a shooting. In the course of investigation, a search and seizure warrant was signed and executed at a residence nearby. Investigators located Michael Brown in the rear yard of the residence with suspected narcotics in plain sight and a fi***rm located near where he was seated.
Brown was detained, and subsequently arrested for possession with intent to distribute controlled dangerous substances and associated fi****ms charges. Brown was processed and released to the Wicomico County Detention Center.
If you or someone you know has information regarding crime in the area, please contact the Salisbury Police Department at (410)548-3165 or anonymously through Crime Solvers at (410)548-1776. We encourage the community to download our app to stay up to date on SPD news, alerts, resources, and important department information.
*All individuals charged with a criminal offense are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in a court o

10/07/2026

Good to the last drop ☕️🚔! A big thank you to Brick Row Market for hosting this morning’s Coffee with a Cop event, and appreciate the community for engaging in meaningful conversations with us over a cup of coffee! Stay following for future similar events!

10/06/2026

JOIN US TOMORROW FOR COFFEE WITH A COP☕️🚔

Members of the Salisbury Police Department will be at The Brick Room from 9-11 AM tomorrow for casual conversation with our community!

10/06/2026

🚨UPDATE: Mr. Watson has been safely found!🚨

‼️Seeking the public’s assistance‼️
The Salisbury Police Department is currently investigating a runaway person and seeking the public assistance. Makhyi Watson, 15 years old, was last seen in the area of Only Road on September 13, 2026 wearing a black graphic t-shirt and gray sweatpants. Watson is considered critically missing due to health concerns.
Please contact the Salisbury Police Department at (410)548-3113 with any information regarding Watson’s possible whereabouts. We appreciate the community’s assistance in this matter.

10/05/2026

Last week, Salisbury Police Department was graciously donated monies from the Salisbury Maryland Kennel Club. This donation will assist SPD K9s with necessary equipment! Thank you to our community for helping keep our K9s safe!

Salisbury Maryland kennel club charitable trust President Bev Horner presented the Salisbury Maryland Police Department canine unit with a check today for $1000

Colonel Ryan Koerner, HR Director Meg Caton, Cpl Chris Denny, Senior Police Brittany Foy, police officer Corwin Vincent with K9 Chopper & Chief Meieschein.