Lottery winning jackpot, money.
Lottery winning jackpot, money.

Cumberland woman jailed after skipping court on drug charges

Posted by
1 min read
March 12, 2026

Cumberland woman arrested on bench warrant for missing court date

CUMBERLAND, MD — A Cumberland woman was arrested after failing to appear in court on drug-related charges, leading to the issuance of a bench warrant.

Tiffany Lee Newcomb, 39, of Cumberland, was taken into custody Wednesday by the Cumberland Police Department.

The arrest was made in connection with an active bench warrant issued by the Allegany County District Court on February 26.

According to police, the warrant alleges Newcomb failed to appear in District Court on that date in relation to previous controlled dangerous substance possession charges.

Following her arrest, Newcomb was taken before a District Court Commissioner for an initial appearance.

She was ordered held on a $1,000 bond.


Key Points

  • Tiffany Lee Newcomb, 39, arrested in Cumberland on a bench warrant
  • Warrant issued after she allegedly failed to appear in court
  • She was held on a $1,000 bond following her initial appearance

Chris Quigley is a Staff Writer and Community News Correspondent for Shore News Network, where she covers local government, public safety, community affairs, politics, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey. Her reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and relevant news that helps readers stay informed about the communities in which they live and work.

As a member of the Shore News Network editorial team, Quigley works closely with public officials, community leaders, first responders, and local organizations to provide factual coverage of breaking news, municipal government, public policy, and events affecting New Jersey residents. Her work highlights both major developments and the local stories that shape communities across the state.

Quigley is committed to responsible journalism, emphasizing accuracy, source verification, and transparency in every story she reports. She strives to present information in a clear and accessible manner, helping readers better understand the issues, decisions, and events that impact their daily lives.

Through her work at Shore News Network, Chris Quigley contributes to the organization's mission of providing trusted local news coverage, accountability reporting, and community-focused journalism throughout New Jersey.

Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

Degrees: Business B.A. - Stockton University

Experience and interests: Criminal Justice, Business, Animal Care, Entertainment, Lottery News, Local News

Facebook

Breaking News

Don't Miss

Exit mobile version