Frederick, Md.— The Frederick County Grand Jury issued 11 indictments on Friday, addressing a variety of serious allegations ranging from road rage incidents involving firearms to retail violence and complex robberies. These cases, now preparating for trial in Circuit Court, highlight a busy week for law enforcement and judicial officials.
Among those indicted was Kamren Trey Morgan, 36, from Frederick. Morgan faces multiple charges including first-degree assault, reckless endangerment, and various firearms violations stemming from an incident on March 11, 2025. Authorities reported that during a road rage confrontation at Ballenger Creek Pike and English Muffin Way, a firearm was brandished. Morgan was apprehended following a traffic stop which led to the discovery of a loaded handgun in his vehicle.
In a separate case, Maquissha Nicole Watts, 31, also of Frederick, was indicted for first-degree assault and reckless endangerment. The charges relate to a stabbing incident at a department store within the FSK Mall on March 17, 2025. Responding to reports of an assault, sheriff’s deputies located Watts near a bookstore, identified by eyewitnesses and sporting a bleeding hand. Reportedly, she attacked a store employee with a pocketknife after being escorted out for erratic behavior. Both involved parties received medical attention shortly thereafter.
Additional indictments included a variety of grave accusations. Juan Carlos Lorenzo-Sandoval, 24, faced charges of robbery and second-degree assault relating to a March 10 event. Notably, on March 13, James Michael Berry Jr., 46, of Cumberland, was charged with narcotics distribution and related motor vehicle offenses.
Blane Edward Ferrell, 36, from Jefferson, is facing charges including child abuse and obstruction of justice stemming from incidents reported on March 21. Another individual, Jordan Brown Sander, 46, of Frederick, was indicted for assaulting and endangering safety on March 2.
Further compelling, Duane Jodi Miller, 55, of Thurmont faces charges concerning the sexual abuse of a minor and related assault charges dated back to March 9. On a different note, Wilmer Cruz Mendoza, 25, of Frederick, was charged with armed robbery and multiple related crimes from an incident on February 13.
A complex case involving Elizabeth Cervantes, 23, Tyler Aiden Moreley, 24, and Rachel Eliza Kaufman, 25, includes charges such as home invasion and theft, relating to an alleged conspiracy executed on March 11.
As these cases move forward, each defendant remains innocent until proven guilty, as emphasized by the Frederick County State’s Attorney’s Office. These indictments merely introduce the charges that will be examined more thoroughly during their respective trials.
The proceedings reflect the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to address and mitigate violent and dangerous behaviors that threaten community safety. The diversity of the cases also highlights the varying challenges that the judicial system must navigate in ensuring justice and public order.
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