PGPD Investigates Robbery in Fort Washington

The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a robbery at a Fort Washington home.  Detectives do not believe this was a random crime and have evidence to suggest the suspects targeted the home.

On December 18, 2012, at approximately 2:20 am, police officers responded to the 9100 block of Loughran Road for a residential robbery.  Upon arrival, police officers found an adult man suffering from a single gunshot wound.  The victim was taken to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries. He has since been released.

The preliminary investigation reveals that two armed suspects forced their way into the home. The homeowner confronted the suspects who made demands for his property.  A confrontation broke out, during which the victim was shot. The suspects then ran away, stealing an undetermined amount of money and jewelry.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit at (301) 772-4905.  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 http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police to submit a tip online.

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PGPD to Announce Historic 2012 Crime Reductions

The Prince George’s County Police Department will host a news conference to share the crime reductions we’ve achieved in Prince George’s County this year.  County Executive Rushern Baker will join Chief Magaw and other federal, state and county dignitaries to discuss a dramatic drop in the homicide rate, the overall reduction in violent crime and other accomplishments.  Chief Magaw will also provide an update on the county’s Transforming Neighborhoods Initiative.

Who:   The Honorable Rushern L. Baker, Prince George’s County Executive   

           Chief Mark Magaw, Prince George’s County Police Department

           The Honorable Anthony G. Brown, Lt Governor of the State of Maryland

           Angela Alsobrooks, Prince George’s County State’s Attorney

           Bradford Seamon, Prince George’s County Chief Administrative Officer

           Melvin C. High, Prince George's County Sheriff

           Rod Rosenstein, U.S. Attorney District of Maryland

           Veronica Davila, Oxon Hill Resident

When: Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Time:   11:00 am

Where: Police Services Complex

           7600 Barlowe Road

           Palmer Park, MD

                

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

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PGPD Citizens’ Police Academy Graduation

Prince George’s County Police Chief Mark Magaw will congratulate the 29 graduates of Citizens’ Police Academy Session #31 at a ceremony at Police Headquarters.

During the 11-week program, the citizens learned extensively about the Prince George’s County Police Department.  Representatives from nearly every division within the PGPD interacted with the class, giving details about their division and taking questions.  The students also got hands on experience with the PGPD’s Judgmental Enhancement Training System, MILO.  The system provides state of the art use of force training for police officers.

Who:    Prince George’s County Police Chief Mark Magaw

             Prince George’s County Police Command Staff

             Citizens Police Academy Session 31

When:  Tuesday, December 18

Time:    6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Where:  Police Services Complex

               7600 Barlowe Road

               Palmer Park, MD

Members of the media are welcome to attend. For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

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PGPD Teams with Hispanic Partners to Organize Food Basket Delivery in Langley Park

The Prince George’s County Police Department and the Maryland Chapter of the Hispanic National Law Enforcement Association (HNLEA) distributed food baskets to the local community on December 14, 2012.  Citizens from across the region visited the satellite police office on New Hampshire Avenue in Langley Park, where members of the PGPD and local volunteers gave out 1,000 food baskets to families in need.  An area doctor volunteered to give free medical exams, and 150 people received a free flu shot. This annual event, which featured Spanish radio station Romantica 900, was organized by HNLEA and the Prince George's County Police Department.  HNLEA is a non-profit organization of professionals involved in the administration of justice and dedicated to the advancement of Hispanic and minority interests within the law enforcement profession.  HNLEA Executive Director Luis Rodriguez said, “Twelve years ago we started this as a gesture of good will between the police department and the community, in order to bridge the gap that was prevalent in the community.  That first year we gave out twenty food baskets from a local apartment, and over time, it has evolved into something much bigger.”

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PGPD Informs Public About Active Shooter Preparedness

Updated December 16, 2012:  Mjr. George Nader, Commander of District III, will be available Monday morning to speak with reporters about school safety in Prince George's County.  Mjr. Nader will be near Thomas Pullen Elementary School on Brightseat Road in Landover from 8:30 - 9 am.  A PIO will be on hand as of 8 am to ensure reporters and live trucks are stationed at a location designed to minimize student, staff and parent concern.

After the tragedy in Connecticut, the Prince George’s County Police Department would like to keep the public informed on how we prepare and would respond to a similar event.  Our hearts go out to everyone involved in the tragedy that continues to unfold.

• PGPD trains annually for active shooter events
• PGPD began training for active shooter events after the Columbine High School massacre in 1999
• PGPD officers are trained to immediately enter a location and engage active threats, with the intention of capturing or neutralizing the assailant(s)
• In July of 2012, PGPD and PGFD collaborated in a mock active shooter event at Wise High School, where officers trained under very realistic conditions
• Last month, all PGPD police officers were required to view a training video which covered PGPD procedure in response to active shooters, and highlighted techniques to engage the threat as quickly as possible to prevent the loss of life
• PGPD police officers already boosted their presence at county elementary schools; this will continue into next week
• There is no specific threat and/or intelligence to suggest that Prince George's County schools are at increased risk
• PGPD staffs school resource officers at many area schools

The PGPD will deploy patrol and community resources as a "soft presence" over the coming days.  Citizens seeing a police car should not assume the worst.  Please report any suspicious behavior or activity to authorities:   “See something say something.”

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PGPD Investigates Murder in Lanham

Updated December 14, 2012 at 9:00 pm:  Detectives have identified the murder victim as 39 year-old Kevin James, of the 10100 block of Old Franklin Avenue in Lanham.  The investigation is ongoing.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a murder in Lanham. 

On December 12, 2012, at 3:10 pm, police officers responded to the 10100 block of Old Franklin Ave in Lanham for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, police officers discovered a victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim, an adult male, was taken to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

The preliminary investigation suggests this was not a random crime.  Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) and motive in this case.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. 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 http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ and submit a tip online.

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PGPD, Other Public Safety Agencies to Provide Christmas Food Baskets for County Seniors

The Prince George’s County Police Department is partnering with other public safety agencies in the county to bring some joy to some of the most mature members of our community this holiday season.  For nearly 30 years, the Prince George’s County Public Safety Assistance Program has been providing food baskets to thousands of people in need.  This year, the goal of delivering 3,000 food baskets is within our reach! That process is already underway. Police officers, firefighters and sheriff’s deputies have stood side by side all across the county to share the baskets with deserving community members.

This Monday county officials will gather at the Bunker Hill Fire Station #855 in Brentwood to pack several dozen additional baskets and to enjoy a fireman’s breakfast together.  Reporters are welcome and arrangements can be made for morning live shots.  Following the breakfast, directors of county public safety agencies and county officials will share a few remarks before escorting Santa Claus to a nearby senior home and elementary school.

LOGISTICS:

Monday, December 17, 2012

Bunker Hill Fire Station #855

3716 Rhode Island Ave., Brentwood, MD

7:30 am   Breakfast

9 am       Media Event with public safety, county officials                     

10 am     Officials escort Santa to Emerson House, Bladensburg

11 am     Officials escort Santa to Riverdale Elementary School   

CONTACT:  Prince George’s County Police Department, Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710

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