PRESTON MAN HELD ON NO BOND AFTER BEING ARRESTED FOR MULTIPLE SEX ABUSE CHARGES

Caroline County, MD - On April 25, 2025, the Caroline County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Caroline County Department of Social Services - Child Protective Services, initiated a thorough investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a juvenile victim.

As the investigation progressed, unsettling accusations surfaced against Michael Scott Burgess, a resident of Preston, Maryland. A juvenile victim disclosed that they were being sexually abused by Burgess.

On May 7, 2025, detectives from the Criminal Investigation Division arrested Burgess on a arrest warrant sanctioned by the Caroline County District Court. The charges against him are serious and include First and Second Degree Rape, Third Degree Sex Offense, Sex Abuse of a Minor, Incest, First and Second Degree Child Abuse, First and Second Degree Assault, Reckless Endangerment, and False Imprisonment.

Michael Scott Burgess appeared before a Caroline County District Court Commissioner for his initial hearing. Due to the severity of the charges, he was denied bail and remains in custody at the Caroline County Detention Center.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the case. Individuals can contact D/Sergeant Hafer of the Criminal Investigation Division at 410-479-5980.

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