August 8th, 2022 by WCBC Radio
Just before midnight, officers from the Cumberland City Police were conducting a traffic stop in the area of Greene and Baltimore St when they observed a Chevy Truck spin its wheels and approach them at a high rate of speed. The operator of the truck shouted to officers and asked if they could pass by, telling officers they had been shot at just a block prior to that location. Officers immediately checked the area and could find no problems or other witnesses. When officers on scene attempted to speak with the operator of the truck in more detail, they detected the odor of alcohol emanating from inside. The driver then became uncooperative and refused to exit the vehicle. Officers were eventually able to get the operator, Steven Jefferson Battle, 33, of Cumberland, out of the vehicle. As a result, Battle was placed under arrest for driving under the influence and hindering. He was taken before the District Court Commissioner for his Initial Appearance where he was released on his own recognizance.
Arrested: Steven Jefferson Battle Age: 33
Charges: Hindering, Disorderly Conduct, False Report to Police Officer, Driving while Under the Influence
Police also responded to 12000 block of Willowbrook Rd for the report of an assault. Upon arrival, Officers contacted a female victim who advised they had been involved in an assault at their Potomac St residence. The victim advised that they had been involved in a verbal altercation with David Wayne Wolford, 39, of Cumberland MD. The victim advised that the argument began to escalate and they attempted to leave the residence. At that time, it is alleged that Wolford followed the victim and began to strike them in the head with a phone, causing lacerations. As a result, Wolford was placed under arrest and transported to Police Headquarters for processing. He was taken before the District Court Commissioner for his Initial Appearance where he was remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center. He is currently being held on $7,500 bond.
Arrested: David Wayne Wolford Age: 39
Charges: Assault 1st Degree, Assault 2nd Degree, Reckless Endangerment, False Imprisonment
