An Easton man is facing a long list of charges after deputies say he allegedly drove off from a domestic assault call while drunk. Last Wednesday, the Talbot County Sheriff’s Office got a report of a domestic assault in the 9000 block of Kingston Landing Road. Deputies were told the person involved had already left the scene in a vehicle. After a search, the suspect was located inside his vehicle. They identified him as James Ellison McKibbin, 55, of Easton. Deputies determined that he was under the influence of alcohol, and he was placed under arrest. McKibbin is charged with assault and intoxicated endangerment. He’s also charged with obstructing and hindering, and with willfully disobeying a lawful order from a police officer. He faces several driving charges too, including driving under the influence of alcohol, driving without a license, and driving on a suspended registration. McKibbin was taken to the Talbot County Central Booking facility to be processed. He then went before a District Court Commissioner for his first court appearance and is being held without bail.

The Caroline County Sheriff’s Office says their Animal Control Unit is warning residents about an increase in reported cases of Feline Panleukopenia in the county. FPV, which is also known as feline distemper or feline parvovirus, is a highly contagious and potentially life-threatening viral disease, officials say. It primarily affects kittens and unvaccinated cats. Officials with animal control say you should take steps now to protect your cats, especially if they live outside. Precautions include ensuring your cats are up to date on vaccinations, as vaccination is the most effective way to prevent FPV.  You are advised to watch for the symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, fever, loss of appetite, and extreme lethargy in your cats and if any of the symptoms are observed, you should contact your veterinarian right away.