Maryland State Police Respond to Cyclist's Concerns in St Mary's Fatality

Thank you for your correspondence expressing your concern with the comments of Corporal Derek B. Peck, of our Leonardtown Barrack, following the fatal accident involving Mr. Curtis A. Leymeister. The Superintendent has received your correspondence and has asked that I respond on his behalf.

A copy of your correspondence was forwarded to Lieutenant Michael W. Thompson, Commander of the Leonardtown Barrack. He has informed me that he has personally spoken with Corporal Peck regarding the release of any information that may seem prejudicial to a fair and unbiased investigation. Corporal Peck's comments were an unfortunate choice of statements and this fact has been addressed with him to ensure the use of better judgment on his part in the future.

Our Department's policy requires a detailed crash investigation to be completed following most fatal collisions. The resulting report encompasses many areas, to include detailed diagrams of the scene, photographs, driver statements, toxicology reports and a detailed account of any other factors that may have contributed to the collision. On October, 20, 2009, preliminary findings regarding this investigation were presented to the St. Mary's County State's Attorney's Office. It was determined that Ms. Kathy Lee, the operator of the vehicle involved, would be charged with negligent driving. Later that same evening, Ms. Lee was formally charged with that offense.

Thank you for taking the time to bring this matter to my attention. Citizen input is extremely important and contributes to the effectiveness of a law enforcement agency

Sincerely,


G. Robert Turando - Lt. Colonel
Chief
Field Operation Bureau

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