Dead Man Walking” synthetic marijuana
St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Vice/Narcotics detectives were conducting a drug investigation of a
separate suspect when they encountered Geral Anthony Holt Jr. (Age 25 of Mechanicsville, MD) as a
passenger of the target vehicle. Suspect Holt Jr. was in possession of a substance believed to be
synthetic marijuana. Laboratory results confirmed the substance was XLR-11 aka“Dead Man
Walking” synthetic marijuana. Charges were obtained in this case and Suspect Holt Jr. eluded
apprehension for more than a year, allegedly traveling in and out of the State of Maryland. The warrant
has now been served and he has been formally charged. He is awaiting a hearing before the District
Court.
Inquiries should be directed to Captain Daniel D. Alioto, Commander of Vice/Narcotics, at 301-
475-4200 x1918.