July 2nd, 2023 by WCBC Radio

On July 1, 2023 Officers of the Cumberland Police Department responded to a residence on Henderson Avenue, Cumberland Maryland for a report of an assault. Officers were then contacted by the victim at their residence. The victim advised Officers that the suspect struck him with a shovel. The suspect continued the assault by pointing a gun at his face. The suspect then fired numerous shots at the victim before he realized it was not a real gun but a BB gun. The victim admitted that he was scared during the assault. Linaburg continued the assault by holding a knife to the victim’s throat. The suspect was identified as Debra Lee Linaburg Two witnesses were identified and provided the same account of the assault. Officers responded back to the residence of Linaburg. Linaburg would not comply with the directions Officers gave. Linaburg refused to exit the residence after being told she was under arrest. Officers entered the residence and Linaburg continued resisting. Linaburg was transported to the Allegany County Detention Center and is waiting her appearance before the District Court Commisioner.

Arrest: Debra Lee Linaburg, age 63, Cumberland Maryland.

Charges: (2) Assault 1st degree , (3)Assault 2nd degree, reckless endangerment, Obstructing and hindering, resisting arrest and disorderly conduct