WALDORF, Md. — A 36-year-old White Plains woman, Delaina Kyle Sweet, was arrested and charged with first-degree assault following a stabbing in Waldorf on July 7, 2025. The incident occurred in the 700 block of University Drive, where patrol officers responded to reports of a stabbing at 12:27 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers found a male victim with stab wounds to his arm. They provided first aid at the scene, and emergency medical services transported the victim to a local hospital. Medical personnel treated the victim for injuries that were not life-threatening. The victim, an acquaintance of Sweet, was injured during an argument that escalated, according to a preliminary investigation by the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.
Sweet fled the scene before police arrived but was located shortly afterward at her residence in White Plains. Detectives took her into custody without incident, and she now faces charges of first-degree assault, which carries a potential penalty of up to 25 years in prison under Maryland law. The investigation is ongoing, led by PFC. Snyder of the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.
First-degree assault in Maryland involves intentionally causing or attempting to cause serious physical injury to another person. The charge can apply to incidents involving weapons, such as knives, that pose a significant risk of harm. In this case, the use of a knife during the altercation led to the felony charge against Sweet. The investigation will further examine the circumstances of the argument and the events leading to the stabbing to determine additional details.
This incident adds to the sheriff’s office’s efforts to address interpersonal violence in the county. Law enforcement officials encourage residents to report suspicious activity promptly to prevent escalations. The sheriff’s office provides resources for conflict resolution and community safety programs to reduce such incidents.
Sweet remains in custody pending a bond hearing, and the case will proceed through the Charles County court system. The investigation continues to gather evidence to clarify the motive and context of the altercation. Authorities have not released additional details about the victim or the specific nature of the argument, citing the ongoing investigation.
For more information on sheriff’s office services or to report incidents, residents can contact the Charles County Sheriff’s Office non-emergency line or visit their official website.
