Annapolis Woman Arrested in Connection with Minor Assault Investigation at Stevensville Daycare

An Annapolis woman was one of two suspects arrested in connection with a Stevensville daycare assault investigation.  

According to a statement released by the Queen Anne's County Sheriff's Office, on February 20, 2025, detectives were made aware of a past incident of alleged mistreatment of a child at the Kiddie Academy of Kent Island, located at 113 St. Claire Place. This investigation led to the arrest of the Owner/ On-Site Director and an employee, authorities said in the statement. 

 

"Following a preliminary investigation, detectives determined that there was probable cause to charge and arrest the suspects. As a result, an employee, Wendy Jones, 57, of Easton, MD was charged with Second Degree Assault, Reckless Endangerment, and Neglect of a Minor," the statement said.  

"Additionally, Owner and On-Site Director, Dana Barnhart, 53 (pictured above), of Annapolis, was charged with Failure to Report Child Abuse."

Specific details of the alleged abuse were not included in the statement. 

 

Anyone with additional information related to this case is encouraged to contact Sheriff-Info@qac.org or call the Anonymous Tip Line at 410-758-6666.

***Any suspects/arrested/charged/accused individuals and persons of interest named or identified in the articles are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.***