Charles County, MD
02/19/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/19/2026 13:17
Hyattsville Man Indicted On Animal Cruelty Charges
Hyattsville Man Indicted On Animal Cruelty Charges
Post Date:02/19/2026 2:00 PM
News Release # 2026-026
Thursday Feb. 19, 2026
A Hyattsville man was recently indicted on animal cruelty charges by a Charles County Grand Jury.
Calvin Shamberger, 42, of Hyattsville, was arrested on Jan. 22, 2026. About two days prior, on Jan. 20, Charles County Animal Control officers were called to the 9300 block of Crain Highway and obtained a video camera footage of a male, later identified as Shamberger, allegedly beating a dog with a baseball bat.
According to charging documents, camera footage showed the alleged attack, which showed approximately six minutes of the dog vocalizing distress. The dog, which was identified as belonging to Shamberger, was seized and provided veterinary care.
According to Maryland Case Search, Shamberger was indicted on one felony count of Aggravated Cruelty to Animal charge and three animal cruelty-related misdemeanors. He is due back in court on March 13, 2026 for an initial appearance.
If you have concerns about animals in your community, please call Charles County Animal Control at 301-609-3425.
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