October 26th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

Adult Arrest

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, Officers of the Cumberland Police Department were on routine patrol in the area of Greene Street when they observed a male seated in an area marked with "No Trespass" signage. Upon making contact with the male who was later identified as Woodrow Dean, the Officer observed him consuming an alcoholic beverage. As a result, Dean was placed under arrest and transported to police headquarters. He was then issued a criminal citation for trespassing and a civil citation for the open container violation. Dean was released pending his trial at the Allegany District Court. 

ARRESTED: Woodrow Matthew Dean    AGE: 67       Cumberland, Maryland

CHARGES: Trespassing Posted Property, Open Container Violation.

Adult Arrest

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, Officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to a residence on Fairview Avenue for the report of an assault. Upon arrival, Officers learned that the suspect, Myron Battle, had assaulted the victim, causing injuries. As a result, Battle was placed under arrest, transported to the Allegany County Detention Center, where he is being held without bond pending his trial. 

ARRESTED: Myron Allen Battle    AGE: 38       Cumberland, Maryland

CHARGES: Assault First Degree, Assault Second Degree, Reckless Endangerment.