On Monday, the Prince George’s County Police Department will offer football fans heading to FedEx Field and rush hour commuters real-time game day traffic information. As the Redskins prepare to take the field for the 2013 home opener against the Philadelphia Eagles, the PGPD Special Operations Division is preparing for its own big night. The Department’s Media Relations Division will tweet out traffic information from the police command center at FedEx Field to help both fans getting to and from the game and commuters heading home their best travel options. You can follow PGPD’s #GameTime at @PGPDNews and share what you’re seeing on the roads around FedEx Field to make the season opener a success, both on the field and on the roads.
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Friday, September 6, 2013
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| Rudy Ismael Manchame-Guerra |
The suspect in the 2012 murder of 23-year-old Saul Felipe-Augustine is in custody in Nassau County, New York. He’s identified as 21-year-old Rudy Ismael Manchame-Guerra.
On July 14, 2012, at about 6:45 pm, patrol officers were called to the 1400 block of Kanawha Street for a shooting. Patrol officers found the victim inside the hallway of an apartment building suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.
Based on a tip from the community, the Nassau County (NY) Police Department arrested Manchame-Guerra on September 5, 2013. The suspect admitted his involvement in the murder. The shooting stemmed from an argument between the suspect and victim. Manchame-Guerra is awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County.
For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
The Prince George's County Police Department and the Metropolitan Police Department are joining together with the community this Friday for the annual "Unity in the Community: Beyond Borders Walk." The event highlights the commitment both departments share to fight crime in our communities.
Who: Assistant Chief Craig Howard, Prince George's County Police Department
A/Major Douglas Garrett, Commander, District IV, Prince George's County Police Department
Captain Terence Sheppard, Assistant Commander, District IV, Prince George's County Police Department
Commander Robin Hoey, 7th District, Metropolitan Police Department
When: Friday, September 6, 2013
Time: 6:00 pm
Where: United Medical Center
1310 Southern Avenue, SE
Washington, DC
Participants are asked to please park at the Eastover Shopping Center in Oxon Hill. Shuttle buses will be provided from there at 5:30 pm to the United Medical Center.
At the conclusion of the walk, refreshments will be served at the Eastover Shopping Center.
For more information, please contact the Prince George's County Police Department's Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.
The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the suspect seen in the above surveillance video. He’s wanted in connection with a non-contact shooting in Beltsville. Detectives would also like to speak with the victims who ran from the scene.
On September 3, 2013, at about 1:20 am, patrol officers were called to the 11400 block of Cherry Hill Road. The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect got out of a car and began shooting at a group of men standing outside of a strip mall. No one was hurt. The car is described as a blue four-door sedan.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Regional Investigation Division – Northern Region at 301-699-2601. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.
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For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
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| Helen Marie Newsome |
The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested a suspect for the attempted murder of a child in Landover. The suspect is identified as 26-year-old Helen Marie Newsome of the 7200 block of East Inwood Street in Landover.
On August 31, 2013, at about 8:00 am, patrol officers were called to the 6700 block of Munsey Street in Landover. Once on scene, they learned that Newsome had broken into the home and walked into a bedroom where a young boy was sleeping. Newsome grabbed a pillow and place it over the child’s face and then began striking him in the head with a weapon. Despite his injuries, the victim was able to escape and run outside to a neighbor’s home for help. The child received treatment at the hospital for head injuries and has been released.
The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect had previously been in a romantic relationship with the victim’s father. Police officers arrested Newsome at her home later that morning. She has admitted her involvement in the assault. Newsome is charged with first degree attempted murder. She is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a $500,000 bond.
For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.
Monday, September 2, 2013
The Prince George’s County Police Department’s District I Community Oriented Police Section (COPS) will distribute free Child ID Kits this Wednesday as part of a “back to school” initiative. At a recent event in College Park, more than 50 children received kits.
Once completed, these kits contain vital information detectives would need to know about your child in the unlikely event your child ever goes missing. The kit includes an emergency contact sheet, the child’s picture, DNA and fingerprints. The packages are also designed to educate parents and children on ways to stay safe and avoid a potential abduction. Parents take home the completed kits.
Who: Prince George’s County Police District I COPS
When: Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pm
Where: Prince George¹s County Fire Services Building
6820 Webster Street
Landover Hills, MD
The Prince George’s County Police Department and members of our community will tee off for an annual charity event on September 25, 2013. Please join members of the PGPD at the 41st annual FOP Lodge 89 charity golf tournament. Members of the community are encouraged to attend and support this charitable event.
The tournament will be held at The Lake Presidential Golf Club in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. A catered lunch will be served immediately following play. All proceeds will benefit the following FOP Lodge 89 charities; Special Olympics, Concerns of Police Survivors, National Law Enforcement Memorial, Police Unity Tour, PG Officer Memorial Fund, and the Officer In Need Fund.
Please fill out and return the above entry form to secure your spot in the tournament.
For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at (301) 772-4710.
Sunday, September 1, 2013
Updated September 6, 2013: One suspect has been arrested. He is identified as 19-year-old Keion Dayshawn Naylor of the 10700 block of Hollaway Drive in Upper Marlboro. Naylor admitted his involvement in the robbery. The victim's car has also been recovered. Anyone with information on the identity or whereabouts of the remaining two suspects is urged to call the Regional Investigation Division - Central at 301-390-2160. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crimes Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is being offered in connection with this case.
Keion Naylor
The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a robbery in Largo.
On September 1, 2013, at about 3:30 am, patrol officers were called to the 10100 block of Prince Place for the report of a robbery. The preliminary investigation reveals the victim agreed to give two men a ride to an apartment on Prince Place. After arriving, the victim entered the apartment where he encountered a third man. All three suspects then assaulted the victim and stole his car, a gray 2000 Nissan Maxima with Maryland tags 5AC4782. The victim received medical treatment on the scene.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Prince George's County Police Department's Regional Investigation Division – Central Region at 301-390-2160. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text "PGPD plus your message" to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.
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For more information, please contact the Prince George's County Police Department's Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.
World War I Vet Was First Member of Department to Make Ultimate Sacrifice
Let us pause to remember our fallen hero Officer Edward D. Merson, lost this day in 1937 while responding to a call for service.
Officer Merson was born on December 17, 1890, in Laurel. He served with honor and distinction in the United States Army during World War I. Officer Merson was appointed to the Prince George’s County Police Department in June of 1935 and assigned to the Hyattsville station.
On the morning of September 1,1937, Officer Merson received a call for service for a car that was submerged in a pond with its passengers reportedly drowned. While en route to the scene, Officer Merson lost control of his police vehicle on Baltimore Avenue, left the roadway, and struck a tree near what is now Muirkirk Road. Officer Merson died from his injuries several hours later.
Officer Merson served the Prince George’s County Police Department for two years and was the first member of this agency to make the ultimate sacrifice. He was the second law enforcement officer to give his life in service to this profession within Prince George’s County.
At the time of his death, Officer Merson was 46 years old and survived by his wife and two children.
Sergeant Murphy was born on June 26, 1953, in Tacoma, Washington. He moved to the Washington, D.C. area in 1972 and spent the next two years as a fingerprint clerk for the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Metropolitan Police Department. Sergeant Murphy joined the Prince George’s County Police Department in March of 1974. After graduating from the training academy, he was assigned to the Seat Pleasant district station. In 1976, Sergeant Murphy was transferred to the Special Operations Division and two years later joined the Emergency Services Team.
On the evening of August 31, 1988, Sergeant Murphy and his team were preparing to execute a narcotics search warrant on 64th Avenue in Riverdale. As they approached the target apartment, Sergeant Murphy assumed a kneeling position and deployed a hydraulic device to assist in making entry. As the device took effect, his teammates perceived a deadly threat from within the target apartment and responded with lethal force. As Sergeant Murphy stood up from his position, he inadvertently entered his colleagues’ line of fire and was gravely wounded. The Sergeant was rushed to the hospital where he died a short time later.
Sergeant Murphy served the Prince George’s County Police Department for 14 years and was the 16th member of this agency to make the ultimate sacrifice. He was the 27th law enforcement officer to give his life in service to this profession within Prince George’s County.
At the time of his death, Sergeant Murphy was 35 years old and survived by his wife of three weeks and his teenage daughter.
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