Virginia couple arrested at Solomons Island Tiki Bar after fight with security – Southern Maryland News Net

Virginia couple arrested at Solomons Island Tiki Bar after fight with security – Southern Maryland News Net

Craig Michael Conway, age 53, and Alina Pitts, age 30, both of Arlington, VA

Craig Michael Conway, age 53, and Alina Pitts, age 30, both of Arlington, VA

In the early morning of July 21, 2024, Calvert County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two individuals outside the Tiki Bar on Solomons Island after a disturbance escalated into a confrontation with police officers.

Deputy First Class McCourt reported that at approximately 12:08 a.m., while patrolling the area, he observed an active fight involving security personnel at the Tiki Bar. As he exited his patrol car, he identified an individual, later confirmed to be Craig Michael Conway, age 53, of Arlington, VA, attempting to approach the security personnel. Despite multiple loud verbal commands from police to back off, Conway continued to yell and push forward, causing a scene in front of bystanders.

Deputy McCourt attempted to arrest Conway, who resisted by pulling his arms away. The deputy took Conway to the ground with a double leg takedown to subdue him and place him in handcuffs. During the arrest, Conway’s girlfriend, Alina Pitts, 30, of Arlington, VA, repeatedly attempted to intervene, ignoring police orders to back away.

Deputy First Class Tavares arrived to assist Deputy McCourt, and despite their combined efforts, Conway continued to resist being placed in the patrol vehicle, pinning his legs in the door frame. Meanwhile, Pitts continued to attempt to intervene, grabbing Deputy McCourt’s arm and attempting to reach Conway. She was subsequently arrested by Deputy Tavares.

Both individuals showed signs of intoxication. Conway had a strong odor of alcohol and repeatedly asked the same questions, while Pitts had an odor of alcohol on her breath. EMS was called to check on Conway, who refused further medical treatment after an initial evaluation. Pitts also refused medical attention.

The arrested individuals were taken to the Calvert County Detention Center. Conway is charged with resisting arrest and disorderly conduct, while Pitts is charged with interfering with an arrest and disorderly conduct.

Alina Pitts, age 30, from Arlington, VA

Alina Pitts, age 30, from Arlington, VA

Craig Michael Conway, age 53, from Arlington, VA

Craig Michael Conway, age 53, from Arlington, VA








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