Valley Street Disturbance Arrest
Chris Myers is the Morning Show Producer, Broadcaster, at WCBC Radio in Cumberland, Maryland. Myers handles various operational, engineering duties for the station and directs the morning news. In addition to his broadcasting role, Myers is a prominent downtown Cumberland businessman and an active community member who helps organize local events. Myers has been with the Cumberland Broadcasting Company, which operates WCBC, since August 2019 and began his career in radio broadcasting at the age of 14 as a board engineer for WQOL in Florida. In 1998 he was promoted to Chief Engineer for WTTB 1490AM and WGYL 93.7FM. In 2001 Treasure Coast broadcasters purchased additional stations WOSN, WPAW and WGNX.
On Thursday, January 29th, 2026, the Cumberland Police Department responded to a residence in the 400 block of Valley St for the report of a disturbance. Upon arrival, officers located two subjects involved in a loud verbal altercation. Officers intervened and advised both parties to cease their disruptive behaviors. Despite numerous requests, the parties refused to comply with the officer’s orders. As a result, both Michael Shameek Simmons, 50, and Lisa Simmons, 56, were placed under arrest. They were both taken before a District Court Commissioner for an Initial Appearance where they were later released on their own recognizance.
ARRESTED – Michael Shameek Simmons, 50yo.
CHARGES – Disorderly Conduct, Fail to Obey, Disturb the Peace.
ARRESTED – Lisa Simmons, 56yo.
CHARGES – Disorderly Conduct, Fail to Obey, Disturb the Peace, Obstructing.