From the desk of Sheriff Bryson Meyers:
On July 19, 2026, Deputies and Detectives with the Criminal Investigation Division and Narcotics Task Force responded to Peach Tree Lane in Deer Park following a report of multiple overdoses. During the investigation, deputies discovered a three-year-old child inside the residence. Multiple individuals were transported to Garrett Regional Medical Center for medical treatment. As a result of the investigation, a criminal summons was issued by the District Court Commissioner for Thomas Lee Uphold Sr., 47, and Tonya Sue Uphold, 43, both of Deer Park, charging each with Child Neglect.