Annapolis Police Identify Burglar Who Jumped Out 3rd-Floor Window

ANNAPOLIS, MD —Annapolis Police have released the name of a burglary suspect who jumped out a third-floor window and was injured in the fall. During the response to the burglary report, an officer shot his weapon early Sunday morning; investigators say they don't yet know why the officer fired.

The suspect — Kevin Leyland, 22, of Pennsylvania — was found on the third floor of the house in the 100 block of Duke of Gloucester Street. He reportedly ran from officers, broke a window, climbed out of it, and dropped to the ground where officers caught up with him. Leyland resisted officers and tried to run, but was apprehended, police say.

Leyland was taken to an area hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. He was released from the hospital later Sunday and was charged with fourth-degree burglary, resisting arrest, trespass, disturbing the peace, and destruction of property.

The incident began at 4:16 a.m. when police received a 911 call from a woman who reported that Leyland forced open a door to the home and was still inside the house.

During the encounter an officer discharged his duty weapon, but it is not clear when and where the officer was when he fired. The circumstances of the officer firing his gun are under investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police at 410-260-3439.
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