Odenton Man Convicted Of Beating, Strangling Wife

ODENTON, MD — An Odenton man was convicted on assault charges for punching and strangling his estranged wife one day after she obtained a protective order against him. Anne Arundel County Circuit Court Judge Mark W. Crooks found Michael Hussey, 60, of Odenton, guilty Wednesday of first-degree assault, reckless endangerment, and disorderly conduct on charges connected to his assault of his wife.

"The harm that Michael Hussey has inflicted on his wife is unimaginable," said Anne Arundel County State's Attorney Wes Adams in a statement. "Every instance of spousal abuse is abhorrent, and I am glad this case ended in justice for the victim."

Anne Arundel County Police were called to Orchard Overlook in Odenton on Sept. 11, 2015, for a report of domestic violence. An officer found a woman lying across the sidewalk on her side. She told police that her husband, Michael Hussey, had attacked her.

Prosecutors say that one day after she obtained a protective order against him, Hussey waited for his wife to leave her condo on her way to work. He snuck up behind her, cursed at her, and then punched his wife in the face, which knocked her to the ground and her head struck the concrete.

Several neighbors were awakened by the sound of screaming, went outside to investigate the noise and found Hussey on top of his wife, strangling her. As one witness attempted to subdue him, Hussey broke free, grabbed the keys to his wife's car, and fled the scene, prosecutors say.

Hussey led police on a high-speed chase that resulted in injury to several Calvert County Police officers. He is currently pending trial in Calvert County for four counts of first-degree assault of police officers as a result of this chase.

Hussey faces up to 25 years in prison for first-degree assault as a result of Wednesday's convictions. Sentencing is scheduled for May 8.

Domestic Violence Resources In Maryland

For a list of Maryland’s comprehensive domestic violence programs that provide services including counseling and shelter, click here.

For a list of domestic violence services related to immigration, religion, military, Deaf or hard of hearing, or sexual orientation and gender identity, click here.

Criminal Injuries Compensation Board (CICB) is a way for crime victims (including domestic violence victims who have obtained a protective order or whose abusers have been charged with crimes against them) to obtain reimbusement for out-of-pocket expenses such as medical bills, counseling, lost wages, and support if the victim is/was dependent on their abuser.

The Department of Human Resources Directory of Emergency Shelters and Transitional Housing Programs contains contain information and specifics for housing programs, including domestic violence, by county.

Family Justice Centers are made up of multiple community services that share the same location. There are currently two in Maryland:

• Harford County: 410-638-3113
• Montgomery County: 240-773-0444/240-777-4000 (24 hours)

Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault represents the sexual assault programs in Maryland. They provide advocacy, education, outreach, and technical assistance.

Maryland Crime Victim’s Resource Center (MCVRC) provides information on victim’s rights and resources, including VINE. Their phone number is 1-877-VICTIM-1 (1-877-812-8461).

Maryland Health Care Coalition Against Domestic Violence provides information on domestic violence screening and policy guidelines within the health care field.

Maryland Judiciary Administrative Office of the Courts Dept. of Family Administration has information about the courts and court resources, including peace and protective order forms.

Maryland Safe at Home Address Confidentiality Program provides a process to keep your home address safe. Their phone number is 1-800-633-9657 x3875.

MDCSL is a website where you can search for referrals and programs in Baltimore and throughout Maryland.

VINE Maryland (Victim Information & Notification Everyday) offers information about offenders, including court dates and status of release.

VINE Protective Order (VPO) offers information about whether or not protective and peace orders have been served on the abuser.

Women’s Law Center of Maryland provides legal resources and information in multiple areas of law, including domestic violence, family law, and child custody.