It’s been ten days since Sam Cross, 18, of Easton was found dead on the Bozman-Neavitt Road in Talbot County, and no police statement has been issued yet about the death.
Sergeant Black of the Maryland State Police said earlier today that he spoke with police investigators yesterday who are continuing to follow leads in the case.
Black stated that no charges have been filed as of this time.
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penny says
Even if the people who were involved are not directly responsible they didn’t report it to the police nor did they. Call 911 they should be
charged. If it were one of my kids I wouldn’t feel any different
Anonymous says
It has been my experience over my years in Easton that the town/county/state police are directly affected by the amount of money and influence the involved parties possess. Most of us wish it wasn’t this way, since there are so many honest and progressive people and systems in this area, but the rich and powerful always win out…unless they are rich and powerful, but not “locals.”
My guess is we will never see the true details of Sam Cross’ death in a public forum; they will be something whispered about in private gatherings of adults. To me, that would be sad both for Sam’s memory and also for the youth who might be able to learn from his incredibly sad death. There is a time and place for “protecting” your children from Life’s harsh realities, but for anyone with a child between the ages of 10 and 21, the world that Sam Cross was traveling in, even if it was just an occasional recreational visit, is one to be discussed frankly with your child NOW.
I’d also like to comment on the fact that Sam was moved from one location to the place where he was discovered on the side of the road. PLEASE, people, talk to your children about their responsibility to humanity, as well as what it means to be a true friend. Empathetic, responsible people do not choose themselves over someone in dire need. Friends, high or not, don’t sit back and watch their friends die. The people involved in Sam Cross’ last night on this earth are kids who need an incredible amount of redirection, but also love. If they haven’t destroyed their reality with drugs and self-preservation, they will carry this heavy load for their entire lives. Let’s hope and pray that they carry it with a sense of righting a wrong and not victimization or bitterness. And let’s also hope they can become responsible, contributing members of society, perhaps taking this terrible experience and using it as a catalyst to fight the underlying causes of America’s drug epidemic.
My heart goes out to the Cross family. I think it’s safe to say there isn’t a worse nightmare for any parent than what Jane and Fred Cross are experiencing right now. Godspeed to them and also to Charlie, whom I am sure is missing his older brother deeply.
Anonymous says
We cannot allow this NOT to be discussed in a public forum, please, whoever is in a position to help these details see the light — do what you can to make it happen.
KEG says
The Star Democrat has just posted an update, also to the effect that at this time, there is little to update, the investigation is still in progress, toxicology reports still pending. Ten days out, it seems that for every person who knows the whole story (first-, second- or third-hand) there are 10 more who are hearing wildly different and even contradictory versions, some of them even including the names of persons under arrest or about to be under arrest. Let’s remember that the media’s obligation is not only to promote open discussion in a public forum but to do so responsibly, which calls for restraint until the investigation is farther along and solid, accurate information is available rather than just rampant speculation.
KEG says
Today’s Star Democrat includes coverage and also an editorial that ends with a call to action… those people who know or believe they know what happened should contact the police with details of any events or activities related to Sam’s death. An anonymous tip is better than no tip at all.
Jodie Turner says
I am sincerely disappointed to see that you are requesting opinions regarding the lack of information from the police regarding the death of this young man. The speculation and opinions are in poor taste and this is a an innappropriate venue for such opinions to be speculated on. I respuctfully ask that you consider removing this and extend the respect to the many friends and devastated family in our community that are struggling with out this precious boy. Not only adults but children are mourning the loss of Sam Cross and are looking for support to make it through. You have an opportunity to show respect for a young mans life and those he has left behind while having journalistic integrity.
Anon says
I can’t speak for the rest but what I meant with my comments (what I had said was “We cannot allow this NOT to be discussed in a public forum, please, whoever is in a position to help these details see the light — do what you can to make it happen”) is not how it reads on second thought so I’d like to clarify. By “discussed in public forum” I meant once facts are known and the investigation is complete. I meant let it not be buried, let it not get swept under the rug. Don’t speculate and spread rumors online or elsewhere, but if you know more and aren’t contacting the authorities, do so. Sorry for the lack of clarity.
Anonymous says
Regarding the above comment, I don’t see how Spy was “requesting opinions regarding the lack of information.” Spy simply reported that there has been little information from the police because the investigation is ongoing, and encouraged those who have information to share it with the authorities. To me, that seems like very responsible journalism, especially given all the rumors and assumptions floating around — among the teenage peer group and also among the parent peer group — about how this tragedy unfolded. I see nothing in this thread that is disrespectful of the family’s loss. If there is truth to the saying, “it takes a village to raise a child,” it follows that the loss of a child is one that everyone shares….there seems to be a question in the air now, Has the village failed? If so, it is not one minute too soon for people to start thinking (and talking) about ways to prevent another failure and another tragic loss.