Purse Search Surprise: Waldorf Woman Arrested After Dunkirk Stop

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — A Waldorf woman was arrested following a late-night traffic stop in Dunkirk that led to the discovery of suspected controlled dangerous substances and a concealed weapon.

Amanda Marie Dilda, 38, of Waldorf, is charged with carrying a concealed dangerous weapon, two counts of possession of a controlled dangerous substance not cannabis, and two counts of possession of CDS paraphernalia in connection with the February 24, 2026 incident.

A deputy was traveling westbound on Route 260 near the BP station in Dunkirk at approximately 11:52 p.m. when a silver vehicle abruptly changed lanes in front of a commercial vehicle, causing it to brake suddenly. The deputy initiated a traffic stop near Route 4 and Lower Pindell Road. A records check revealed the vehicle’s registration was expired…

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