An officer from the Prince George’s County Police Department, Corporal David Hardester, has been suspended without pay following his arrest on charges including attempted murder in Charles County and second-degree assault in St. Mary’s County.
Early this morning, an incident occurred where Hardester allegedly discharged his service weapon during an altercation in Charles County, fortunately resulting in no injuries. The officer and the victim are reported to have known each other. Additionally, Hardester faces charges of second-degree assault from a domestic incident that took place earlier at his home in St. Mary’s County.
Corporal Hardester, who joined the department in 2005 and is a member of the Bureau of Patrol, is now facing serious allegations as investigations continue into the events leading up to his arrest.