Cumberland man arrested after disruption at City Hall meeting

Police say repeated refusal to leave council session led to multiple charges.

CUMBERLAND, Md. – A Cumberland man was arrested Tuesday evening after allegedly disrupting a City Council meeting at City Hall and refusing repeated lawful orders to leave, according to the Cumberland Police Department.

The incident occurred April 7 while an officer was assigned to the council meeting. Police identified the individual as John Cody Readd, 32, of Cumberland. Officials said his behavior caused a disturbance during the public session, prompting intervention.

Arrest at City Council meeting