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Upper Marlboro Man Charged After Striking Maryland State Trooper
Rayshaud Davon Shield accused of hitting trooper with vehicle while reportedly impaired
Feb. 1, 2026 at 10:15am
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Rayshaud Davon Shield, a 32-year-old from Upper Marlboro, Maryland, has been charged after allegedly striking a Maryland State Trooper with his Ford F-150 pickup truck. The incident occurred on the morning of February 1, 2026 on Branch Avenue near Moores Road in Prince George's County.
Why it matters
This case highlights the dangers that law enforcement officers face on the job, as well as the ongoing issue of impaired driving and the need for stricter enforcement and penalties. The crash also disrupted traffic in the area, underscoring the broader public safety concerns around incidents involving vehicles and first responders.
The details
According to reports, the trooper was outside his cruiser, which had its emergency lights on, checking on a parked vehicle in the right lane when Shield's Ford F-150 struck the rear of the cruiser, pushing it into the trooper. The trooper was taken to the hospital for treatment and has since been released. Shield was arrested and charged with suspected impaired driving and other traffic offenses. He is currently being held at the Prince George's County Detention Center awaiting a hearing.
- The incident occurred around 7 a.m. on February 1, 2026.
The players
Rayshaud Davon Shield
A 32-year-old man from Upper Marlboro, Maryland who has been charged with striking a Maryland State Trooper with his vehicle while reportedly impaired.
Maryland State Trooper
A law enforcement officer who was struck by Shield's vehicle while checking on a parked car on Branch Avenue. The trooper was taken to the hospital for treatment and has since been released.
What’s next
Shield awaits a hearing before a court commissioner to determine his bail and next steps in the legal process.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the risks that law enforcement officers face on the job, as well as the ongoing need to address impaired driving and ensure the safety of both officers and the public on the roads.
