Silver Spring Man Arrested In Frederick For Assault, Drug Offenses

Police say the victim had extensive bruises.Frederick, Md (KM) Frederick Police have charged a Silver Spring man with 1st-degree assault, 2nd-degree assault, reckless endangerment, possession with intent to  distribute drugs and possession of drugs (not cannabis).. Tevis Denver Findlater, 27, was taken into custody following a domestic incident.On Monday, officers were dispatched to the 900 block of West Patrick Street for a disturbance. They located Findlater and a woman inside of a room. Both were separated.There were signs of a struggle in the room, and the woman had extensive bruising, including a large contusion on her forehead. She told police she had been assaulted several times.The victim was taken to Frederick Health Hospital for treatment   Medical staff there told police the victim had a broken back and other injuries due to ongoing abuse.While taking Findlater into custody, . police say they found 30 grams of a white powdery substance on his person They also say the packaging and quantity indicated an intent to distribute.Findlater was taken to the Adult Detention Center where he’s being held without bond.Frederick Police say this incident remains under investigation, and anyone who has additional information which could help is asked to call the Police Department at 301-600-2102.By Kevin McManus