Maryland State Police arrest woman in connection with armed road rage incident in Prince George's County

Maryland State Police arrest woman in connection with armed road rage incident in Prince George's County

16 September 2024

(FORESTVILLE, MD) – Maryland State Police have arrested a woman who allegedly pointed a gun at a motorist during a DUI incident in Prince George's County late last week.

The defendant, identified as Brittany Erin Cousar, 37, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, was arrested at her residence in Prince George's County on September 12, 2024. She is charged with two counts of first-degree aggravated assault, as well as assault and weapons offenses. Cousar was granted private house arrest after being held without bail.

A preliminary investigation revealed that on September 11, 2024, Forestville Barrack Police officers responded to a report of a traffic collision involving a white BMW SUV. The driver, later identified as Cousar, reportedly pointed a firearm at another driver near Route 5 and Surratts Road. The plaintiff's child was in the vehicle at the time of the dispute.

Investigators located the suspect's vehicle later that same day at Cousar's residence and seized two loaded handguns from the vehicle. During a police interview, Cousar attempted to destroy evidence by smashing her cellphone. She was arrested and transported to Forestville Barrack for processing.

The Maryland Department of State Police is committed to improving safety in communities across Maryland, including actively addressing all reports of gun violence on our highways. Police urge motorists to make highway safety a top priority by avoiding impaired, aggressive and inattentive driving.

Maryland State Police continue to seek information regarding the murders of Delonte Hicks, Charles Marks and Nyah Hairston, all of whom died in road rage incidents in Maryland. Anyone with information regarding these cases or other highway firearms crimes is asked to contact investigators at 410-538-1887. Callers may remain anonymous.

Brittany Erin Cousar

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