- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Lusby Today
By the People, for the People
Lusby Man Charged With DUI And Cocaine Possession After Traffic Stop
Joshua Drew Carroll, 27, was arrested after a Maryland State Police trooper observed his vehicle had the wrong license plates.
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
A 27-year-old Lusby, Maryland man was arrested and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and possession of cocaine after a traffic stop in Prince Frederick. Joshua Drew Carroll was pulled over by a Maryland State Police trooper who noticed his vehicle had the wrong license plates, and the trooper detected signs of intoxication. A search of Carroll's person found cocaine and drug paraphernalia.
Why it matters
This case highlights the importance of proper vehicle registration and the dangers of driving under the influence. It also demonstrates how a routine traffic stop can uncover more serious criminal charges related to drug possession. The incident raises questions about repeat offenders and the effectiveness of the criminal justice system in addressing substance abuse issues.
The details
According to the Statement of Probable Cause, a Maryland State Police trooper stopped Carroll's black BMW on March 1, 2026 around 9:35 p.m. as it was traveling westbound on Rousby Hall Road. The trooper noticed the vehicle had Maryland trailer tags, which should have been affixed to a trailer rather than a passenger vehicle. A records check showed the plates were expired and unregistered. During the stop, the trooper detected a strong odor of alcohol on Carroll, observed his bloodshot and glassy eyes, and Carroll admitted to drinking Fireball earlier that evening. Carroll only had an ID card and no valid driver's license. Field sobriety tests were conducted and Carroll was placed under arrest for DUI. A search incident to the arrest uncovered a red plastic straw containing suspected cocaine and a metal container with a plastic bag of suspected cocaine in Carroll's pants pocket.
- On March 1, 2026 around 9:35 p.m., the traffic stop occurred.
- Carroll was released on his own recognizance on March 2, 2026.
- A hearing is set for April 1, 2026 in Calvert District Court.
The players
Joshua Drew Carroll
A 27-year-old resident of Lusby, Maryland who was arrested and charged with DUI and cocaine possession.
Maryland State Police
The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrest.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to drive under the influence and possess illegal drugs in our community.”
— Robert Jenkins, Maryland State Police Spokesperson (The Bay Net)
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide on April 1, 2026 whether to allow Joshua Drew Carroll to be released on bail pending his trial.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the need for stricter enforcement and harsher penalties for those who choose to drive while impaired and possess illegal substances. It also highlights the importance of ensuring proper vehicle registration to enhance public safety on the roads.
