Sir Leander Evans Gamble, a 57-year-old landlord from Waldorf, Maryland, was arrested after deputies responded to a reported assault involving a firearm at his property.

According to the Charles County Sheriff's Office, Gamble confronted three tenants renting a trailer on his land, physically assaulted them, and threatened them with a handgun before being taken into custody.

During the investigation, authorities discovered six handguns, along with an alligator, caiman, snake, emu, dogs, cats, and pigs kept in alleged neglectful conditions.Charles County Animal Control confirmed the animals were housed improperly, violating Maryland's animal cruelty laws.All animals were removed from the property, and ongoing investigations into their welfare continue.The victims, including a pregnant woman, described being traumatized by the incident.Gamble faces aggravated assault charges and could face additional accusations as the case progresses.His detention continues without bond at the Charles County Detention Center.