Police Release Composite Sketch of Pedestrian Involved In Fatal Hit-and-Run Crash in Fort Washington

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis
and Reconstruction Unit (CARU) is seeking the public’s help in identifying a pedestrian that was killed in a hit-and- run crash in Fort Washington, so they are releasing several composite sketches in an attempt to identify the victim.

 On January 3, 2011, at approximately 7:49 a.m., a passing motorist alerted authorities of a body alongside Indian Head Highway near Old Fort Road.  When officers arrived, they found an adult female lying in a grassy area on the shoulder of the roadway.   The victim was found with extensive trauma to her body, consistent with a pedestrian collision.  Prince George’s County Fire and EMS personnel pronounced the victim dead on the scene.

The victim’s identity remains unknown at this time.  She is described as a black female, approximately 50 years of age, around 5’5” tall and 120 lbs.  She was wearing a light blue jacket, blue jeans, and black shoes.

 Preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was walking along the southbound shoulder of Indian Head Highway just past Old Fort Road when she was struck by a vehicle traveling southbound on Indian Head Highway.   CARU investigators are seeking information from anyone who may have information on the victim’s identity.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 731-4422.  Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477) or 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.

PGPD/ Kentland Civic Association Hold Candlelight Vigil For Pedestrian Safety Awareness

Prince George's County, Maryland … The Prince George’s County Police Department along with the Kentland Civic Association will hold a candlelight vigil in response to a recent pedestrian fatality in the community.  The organizers are gathering to stress the importance of awareness, enforcement and roadway enhancements in the prevention of pedestrian fatalities.

Who:               Prince George’s County Lieutenant Colonel, Kevin Davis

                        Wanda Jones of the Kentland Civic Association

                        Theresa Dudley of the Kentland Civic Association

                                   

When:             Sunday, January 23, 2011

                       

Time:              6:00 p.m.

                       

Where:            Landover Road at Dodge Park Road

Members of the media are encouraged to attend.  For more information, contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Press Information Office at (301)-772-4710.

UPDATE - Police Investigate Homicide on 38th Avenue

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has released an update in the investigation of 22 year-old Justin Vance Desha-Overcash’s murder that occurred in College Park, Maryland.

Homicide detectives have determined that the suspect in this case was struck by the victim in the face with a glass jar during the attempt robbery which culminated in the homicide of Desha-Overcash. Anyone with information about a suspect who recently suffered a facial injury is asked to call homicide detectives or Crime Solvers.

The suspect is described as an African American male, 6’0” in height with a thin build, in his late teens or early 20s. He was last seen wearing black clothing with a mask or scarf covering his face armed with a black handgun. The suspect was heard asking specifically for Justin throughout the entire ordeal. The residence was previously under investigation for drug activity.

On January 11, 2011 at approximately 11:27 a.m., patrol officers responded to the 8800 block of 38th Avenue for a report of a shooting. When officers arrived, they discovered Desha-Overcash, of the 8800 block of 38th Avenue in College Park, suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

A quantity of marijuana sufficient to indicate an intent to distribute, along with a digital scale and drug packaging materials, were seized from the home.  Detectives continue to work to identify the suspect(s) 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) or 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. There is a $25,000 reward being offered for any information in this case.

Police Seek Information in Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian hit & run that occurred in Adelphi, Maryland.


On January 15, 2011 at approximately 9:37 p.m., patrol officers initially responded to a call for a robbery in the 1700 block of Metzerott Road. Upon their arrival, officers determined that no robbery had been committed, but a pedestrian involved hit and run. As the pedestrian lay unresponsive in the roadway, he was struck by a second vehicle. The first vehicle that struck the pedestrian left the scene; however, the second striking vehicle remained at the scene. The victim is described as a Hispanic male, 5’5, 120 lbs, 30 years old, wearing a gray jacket, white and blue jeans with red Nike, Jordan tennis shoes.

Police are seeking information on the driver of the first striking vehicle, who failed to remain on the scene, or any additional information about the hit & run.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477) or 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. A cash reward is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspect(s).

For more information, call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Press Information Office at (301) 772-4710. The investigation is ongoing.

Police Seek Assistance in Locating Critical Missing Teen (Diamond Scott)

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s District IV Investigative Section is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a teen identified as 13-year-old Diamond Scott. She was last seen on Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at approximately 11:50 p.m. in the 17000 block of Livingston Road in Accokeek.

Diamond Scott left her home and has not been seen or heard from since. She is described as a black female, 13 years of age. Scott was last seen wearing a black coat, blue jeans, purple scarf, purple backpack, and gray and black tennis shoes.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Diamond Scott is asked to call the Prince George's County Police Department’s District IV Investigative Section at (301) 749-5064.

Additional Forces Brought in to Deal with Violence - Federal Agents to be Imbedded with Homicide Units; Officers From Other Agencies Join PGPD to Hit the Streets

Prince George’s County, Maryland… Chief of Police Mark Magaw has announced that federal agents from the FBI, DEA, and ATF are being embedded this week into County Homicide squads to provide additional resources to assist with the investigations of 12 murders that have occurred since January 1st. Additionally, officers from the Maryland State Police, County Sheriff’s Department, Mount Rainier Police Department and Bladensburg Police Department joined County specialty units last night to saturate the areas of the county where these murders have taken place. Approximately 135 additional officers joined patrol officers to concentrate enforcement efforts in the areas of Oxon Hill, Suitland, Hillcrest Heights, Capitol Heights, Forestville, Langley Park, and Adelphi. Their goal was to take law enforcement action to prevent any future violence while obtaining information on open homicide cases. Officers made 44 arrests, including 22 felony arrests, served 1 search warrant and confiscated marijuana, cocaine, and PCP.


“These additional officers will continue to work in the areas where our recent homicides have occurred until the violence stops,” stated Chief of Police Mark Magaw. “I am very concerned about the number of homicides since January 1st. We will stop this unacceptably high level of violence that has plagued our inner beltway communities. I have met with community leaders in Districts I, III, and IV this week and am energized by their support. Together, we will bring calm to all segments of our County.”

For further information, contact the Prince George’s County Press Information Office at (301) 772-4710.

Police Seek Information in Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Crash( Alexandria Bergland)

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit continue to investigate a fatal pedestrian crash that occurred in Capitol Heights, Maryland.

On December 21, 2010 at approximately 6:37 p.m., Alexandria Bergland, 14, of the 5200 block of Marlboro Pike was attempting to cross the roadway in the 5200 block of Marlboro Pike, when she was struck by a vehicle.  As the pedestrian lay unresponsive in the roadway, she was struck by a second vehicle.  The first vehicle that struck Bergland had remained on the scene; however, the second striking vehicle fled the scene.  The victim was transported to a local hospital where she was pronounced dead.

Police are seeking information on the driver of the second striking vehicle, who failed to remain on the scene, or any additional information about the crash.
 
Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 731-4422.  Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477) or 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. A cash reward is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspect(s).

For more information, call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Press Information Office at (301) 772-4710.  The investigation is ongoing.

Police Seek Assistance in Locating Critical Missing Male John Raymond Dorsey Jr

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a critical missing person identified as 89-year-old John Raymond Dorsey Jr.  He was last seen on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 at approximately 11:00 a.m. in the 2000 block of Somerset Street in Hyattsville.

John Raymond Dorsey Jr.

 Mr. Dorsey dropped his wife off at a local grocery store and was headed to the Red Top Gas station located in the 900 block of East/West Highway in Tacoma Park.  He has not been seen or heard from since.

Mr. Dorsey is a black male with a medium complexion.  He is approximately 5’10” tall and weighs about 150 pounds with grey short hair along with a slight mustache as shown in the attached picture. He was last seen wearing a brown jacket, blue jeans and a grey hat.  He was driving a 2002, blue Chevy Cavalier, Maryland tag number KYF-748.  Dorsey is a diabetic and suffers from Alzheimer’s and is in need of his medication.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of John Raymond Dorsey Jr is asked to call the Prince George's County Police Department’s District I Investigative Section at (301) 699-2601.

Homicide Detectives Make 3 Arrests in Recent Homicides

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has made three arrests in connection with two homicides that have occurred since the beginning of the year.

Vincent Eugene Miles, 29, of the 1500 block of Chillum Road, Chillum, Maryland, and Neil Elmore Lawrence, 31, of the 1800 block of Glendora Drive, District Heights, Maryland, were arrested in connection with the January 5th homicide that occurred at 1300 Southview Drive in Oxon Hill.  Miles and Lawrence have been charged with 1st Degree Murder and were remanded to the Department of Corrections on a no bond status.  Investigation reveals that this homicide was the result of a drug related dispute.

Donte Douglas, 18, of the 600 block of Elfin Avenue, Capital Heights, Maryland, was arrested in connection with the January 9th homicide that occurred in the 3100 block of Dynasty Drive in Forestville. He has been charged with 1st Degree Murder and was remanded to the Department of Corrections on a no bond status.  Investigation reveals that this incident was the result of a domestic dispute.

“I hope that these arrests bring some calm to our residents, who have been concerned about the number of homicides we have experienced in our county since January 1st,” stated Chief of Police Mark Magaw.  “These arrests were the result of good detective work by our most experienced investigators, and I am thankful for their long hours of hardwork and dedication. We continue to work diligently to bring quick closure to our remaining homicide cases”.

For more information contact the Press Information Office at (301) 772-4710

Police Investigate Homicide on University Boulevard

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating the murder of 25 year-old Juan Moreno Aguilar that occurred in Adelphi, Maryland.
On January 10, 2011 at approximately 6:15 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 2400 block of University Boulevard for a report of a cutting. When patrol officers arrived, they discovered Aguilar, of the 8100 block of 15th Avenue in Langley Park, Maryland, suffering from a stab wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. A 24 year-old male who was also injured was transported to an area hospital for treatment.

Detectives are investigating the possibility that this incident was gang related. Detectives continue to work to identify the suspect(s) and establish a 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) or 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. There is a $25,000 reward being offered for any information in this case.

Police Seek Assistance in Locating a Bank Robbery Suspect

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a suspect wanted in connection with a bank robbery in Glenn Dale, Maryland.

On January 6, 2011 at approximately 1:42 p.m., patrol officers responded to a Capital One Bank located in the 10600 block of Greenbelt Road for a call of a bank robbery.  When officers arrived, the victim stated the suspect entered the bank posing as a customer.  The suspect approached a bank teller and passed a note demanding money, to which the victim complied.  The suspect took the money and fled the scene on foot.  The money was found a short distance from the bank after the dye pack had activated.

The suspect was described as a black male, approximately 20 years of age, 5’10” tall, with a slim build.  He was last seen wearing a black ski mask, black jacket, gray hooded sweater, blue jeans, black knit gloves, and black shoes, armed with a black handgun. 

Anyone with information about the suspect is urged 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) or text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go tohttp://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ and submit a tip online.

Police Seek Assistance in Locating an Attempt Bank Robbery Suspect

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a suspect wanted in connection with a bank robbery attempt in Colmar Manor, Maryland.

On January 6, 2011 at approximately 1:50 p.m., patrol officers responded to a Bank of America located in the 3600 block of Bladensburg Road for a call of a bank robbery.  When officers arrived, the victim stated the suspect entered the bank posing as a customer.  The suspect approached a bank teller and passed a note demanding money. The victim then activated the hold-up alarm causing the suspect to flee the scene without taking any bank funds.

The suspect was described as a black male, approximately 20 years of age, 5’11”, with a slim build.  He was last seen wearing a black and gray Northface jacket.

Anyone with information about the suspect is urged 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) or text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go tohttp://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ and submit a tip online.

Police Seek Assistance in Locating Commercial Robbery Suspects

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Robbery Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in locating three suspects wanted in connection with a commercial robbery in District Heights, Maryland.

On January 5, 2011 at approximately 1:55 p.m., three suspects robbed a victim at gunpoint while he worked as an employee at the Game Stop located in the 5700 block of Silver Hill Road.  One of the suspects entered the store and immediately made demands for money and store property, while the other two suspects watched customers in the store.  Once the money and property were obtained, all suspects fled the location on foot.

Suspect #1 is described as a black male, approximately 20 years of age, about 6’ tall with a medium build.  He had a goatee and was wearing glasses, a black hooded jacket, a black hat and gloves, and armed with a black handgun.  Suspect #2 is a black male with a thin build and a small scar over his left eyebrow.  He was wearing a black mask, a black hooded sweat jacket with a thin white stripe down the sleeves.  Suspect #3 is a black male, approximately 5’9” with a thin build.  He was wearing a gray hooded sweat shirt, a black coat with a partial black mask, and blue jeans. 

Anyone with information about the robbery or the suspects is urged 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) or text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go tohttp://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ and submit a tip online.

PGPD Announces Quick Arrest in Homicide on Central Hill Lane

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has charged 17 year-old James Edward Taylor in connection with the murder of 26 year-old Maurice Valentine.

 

On January 6, 2011 at approximately 11:35 a.m., uniform patrol officers responded to the 900 block of Central Hill Lane in Seat Pleasant, Maryland for a citizen’s complaint of the sound of gunshots in the area.  Uniform patrol officers quickly responded to the area and discovered Valentine, of the 5000 block of Kimi Gray Court in Washington, D.C., suffering from a gunshot wound.  He was pronounced dead on the scene. 

 

Citizens were able to provide responding uniform patrol officers with a detailed description of a fleeing suspect.  With this description, uniform patrol officers canvassing the neighborhoods were able to locate and arrest Taylor, of the 1100 Dixie Bowie Way in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.  The apprehension was made and the murder weapon was recovered without further incident.  Taylor has been charged with first degree murder and remanded to the Department of corrections on a no bond status.  Homicide detectives were able to determine that the motive in this case was a personal dispute between the victim Valentine and the suspect Taylor.

Interim Chief Mark Magaw stated, “This is a text book example of the Community and Police Department working together quickly to solve a murder.  Residents were willing to get involved and give us the critical information we needed right away.  A detective was on scene within a minute, and patrol officers quickly set up a perimeter, allowing us to capture the murderer within 10 minutes of the killing.  I especially want to thank the Seat Pleasant Police Department for their help 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) or 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.

PGPD Announces Arrest in Homicide on 23rd Parkway

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit in a collaborative effort with the Metropolitan Police Department has arrested 34 year-old Elvin Rashid Murphy in connection with the murder of 84 year-old Lillie Capers.


On December 25, 2010 at approximately 1:29 a.m., patrol officers responded to the 4400 block of 23rd Parkway for a report of a domestic assault. When patrol officers arrived, they discovered the victim, Capers, suffering from trauma to her body. She was transported to a local hospital, where she was pronounced dead. A 26 year-old female, who was also injured, was transported to an area hospital for treatment.

Homicide Detectives quickly identified Murphy, of the 2100 block of I Street, S.E., Washington, D.C., as a suspect in this case and obtained an arrest warrant charging him with 1st Degree murder. He was located on January 6, 2011 at a residence in Washington, D.C. where he was apprehended without incident. Murphy is being charged with First Degree Murder pending extradition from the District of Columbia.

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) or 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.

Arrest Made in Homicide of James Lamont Tinsley

Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit announced that an arrest has been made in the homicide of 28 year old James Lamont Tinsley.

On December 11, 2010 at approximately 2:49 a.m., patrol officers responded to a call for a shooting in the 8800 block of Hawthorne Lane.  Upon arrival they discovered Tinsley, of the 11700 block of South Laurel Drive in Laurel, inside of a vehicle suffering from a gunshot wound.  He was pronounced dead on scene.  Detectives believe the homicide occurred as the result of a personal dispute

On December 30, 2010, members of the Prince George’s County Repeat Offenders Unit, with the assistance of the Laurinburg Police arrested, 25 year old Jamar Slade Russell in Laurinburg, North Carolina without incident.   Russell, of Laurel, Maryland, will be charged with first degree murder and is currently being held by the Laurinburg Police as a fugitive from justice pending extradition to Maryland.

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) or 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.