Westminster, Md. (DG) – A standoff unfolded Wednesday morning on Littlestown Pike in Carroll County when two residents refused to leave their home during a court-ordered eviction. Deputies responding to the scene called in the Carroll County Crisis Response Team and Crisis Negotiation Team to help resolve the situation safely.
The occupants, 68-year-old Edwin Bell and 55-year-old Miranda Bell, continued to resist, prompting deputies to obtain warrants. Both were taken into custody just after 3 p.m. and transported to Carroll County Central Booking.
They were charged with burglary, trespass, giving false statements to an officer, and failing to obey a lawful order. Both later posted bail and were released.
By: Dianah Gibson
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