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Calvert County Sheriff’s Department Cpl. M. Naecker on February 6 observed a speeding vehicle traveling south on Md. Rt. 4 through Prince Frederick. Cpl. Naecker attempted a traffic stop but the vehicle sped up, traveling at over 80 MPH in a 55 MPH posted zone near the Prince Frederick Volunteer Rescue Squad. The vehicle finally came to a stop a little past Sixes Road.

The driver initially provided a false name and other identifying information. Cpl. Naecker was able to determine the real name of the driver and placed him under arrest. He is identified as David Louis French, 31 of Washington, D.C., and has been charged with false statement to a peace officer, driving under the influence of alcohol, driving on a suspended license, and other traffic violations. Additionally, French was wanted on an open warrant out of Montgomery County.