PGPD Recovers Carjacked Car in District Heights

The Prince George’s County Police Department recovered a car that had been carjacked in District Heights.

On January 29, 2014, at about 8:20 pm, patrol officers were called to the 2500 block of Ramblewood Drive for the report of a carjacking.  

The preliminary investigation reveals the victim had just gotten out of her car when she was approached by three men.  They forced her back into her car at gunpoint.  The suspects took the victim to two ATMs and forced her to withdraw cash. The suspects then dropped off the victim in a nearby neighborhood and drove off in her car.  The victim was not hurt.

Thanks to an anonymous Crime Solvers tip, investigators today recovered the car in the 7500 block of Hil Mar Drive in District Heights.  Detectives are working to identify and locate the suspects.

If anyone has information on the identity of the suspects,  please call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s RID-Central/Robbery Suppression Team at 301-772-4425.  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.

Chief Magaw Welcomes “Wednesday’s Child” to the PGPD

Courtesy of NBC Washington

Chief Mark Magaw recently welcomed a young woman named Amanda to the Prince George’s County Police Department.  Amanda is a remarkable person who has survived difficult times in her young life.  Despite those challenges, she has persevered, thanks, in part, to a police officer she called on for help years ago.  That interaction spurred Amanda's interest in law enforcement and her desire to now become a police officer herself.  NBC Washington’s Barbara Harrison highlighted Amanda's visit to the PGPD in her long-running and well-respected series, “Wednesday’s Child.”  During the visit, Amanda toured the Special Operations Division. Chief Magaw also presented Amanda with an honorary badge, meaning she’s forever a part of the PGPD family.  Before she left, Amanda met with our recruiting team. Who knows? Maybe she’ll wear the PGPD uniform in the near future.  Please take a moment and watch the story and share your thoughts.

NBC Washington Video

PGPD Searches for Critical Missing Person

Updated January 28, 2014: The missing was found in good health.

Cathy Lockett

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a critical missing woman last seen walking shortly before the snow started falling in our area.  She is identified as 63-year-old Cathy Jean Lockett.  She was last seen in the 8700 block of Crandall Road in Lanham at about 9:30 am on January 21, 2014.  Lockett suffers from mental illness and may be in need of medication.

Lockett is described as an African-American female, 5'7”, 120 lbs with black and white hair. She was wearing a long black winter coat, a red scarf, a black hat and tennis shoes.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Regional Investigation Division-Central at (301) 390-2160.

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

PGPD Investigates Fatal Pedestrian Collision in Forestville

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision in Forestville.  The victim is identified as 31-year-old Ahmaad Sarod Henderson of the 3500 block of 56^th Street in Cheverly.

On January 27, 2014, at about 9:45 pm, patrol officers were called to Pennsylvania Avenue near Parkland Drive for the report of a collision involving a pedestrian.  When they arrived, patrol officers found Henderson suffering from critical injuries.  He later died at a hospital.

  

The preliminary investigation reveals a car heading westbound on Pennsylvania Avenue struck Henderson, who was in the the roadway.  Henderson was not in a crosswalk.  The driver stayed on the scene.  He was treated for minor injuries.

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), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

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

PGPD Investigates Police-Involved Shooting

Donell Calloway

Gregory Evans

Updated January 24, 2014: The suspects are identified as 25-year-old Donell Joseph Calloway of the 700 block of 12th Street in Southeast Washington, and 27-year-old Gregory Tony Evans of the 3000 block of 14th Street in Northeast Washington.  Both face several charges related to the armed robbery of the liquor store in Forestville.  Calloway remains hospitalized in stable condition. Evans remains in the custody of the Metropolitan Police Department awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County.

Detectives have also linked these suspects to a second robbery which occurred earlier in the day at a business in the 4100 block of Southern Avenue in Capital Heights.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a police-involved shooting in Northeast Washington.  The Special Investigation Response Team (SIRT) is leading the investigation.

On January 22, 2014, at about 5:45 pm, patrol officers responded for an armed robbery in progress in the 3300 block of Walters Lane in Forestville.  At least two suspects entered a liquor store and demanded cash while holding an employee at gunpoint.  Fearing for his safety, the employee complied.  The suspects then sped off in a minivan.

Patrol officers responding to the scene saw the minivan driving in the area.  When the  suspects refused to stop, officers pursued them into Washington, D.C.  The suspects lost control of the minivan and crashed into a utility pole on Clay Place near 57th Street in Northeast Washington.  At least two suspects then ran.

The preliminary investigation reveals the officers confronted the suspects.  During the confrontation, a PGPD officer discharged his duty weapon.  An armed suspect was struck by gunfire, however it's not clear if the suspect shot himself, or was struck by the officer. The suspect is in a Prince George's County hospital tonight.  A second suspect is in the custody of the Metropolitan Police Department, awaiting extradition to Prince George's County.  A handgun and money believed to be from the robbery were recovered on the scene of the crash.

The involved patrol officer is a six-year veteran of the Prince George’s County Police Department.  He is on routine administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.

Anyone with information on this investigation is asked to call the CID Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905. Callers can remain anonymous by calling CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You may also text “PGPD plus your tips” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online.

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

Aviation Unit Rescues Elderly Woman Lost in the Snow

It was a desperate call for help.  A daughter called the PGPD last night to help find her elderly mother who suffers from dementia.  Her 80-year-old mother had wandered off and she was likely somewhere outside.  It was a freezing nine degrees and dark.  Finding her quickly was critical.

Our Aviation Unit was alerted.  A flight crew boarded Air 1 and headed in the direction of the 11200 block of Evans Trail in Beltsville.  They knew time was of the essence.  The pilot and tactical flight officer began a strategic search of the area using the helicopter's thermal imaging system, FLIR.  The flight crew noticed a hot spot in some nearby woods. They guided patrol officers on the ground to that location. Thankfully, it was the missing woman. She had been in the snow and wasn't able to get up on her own.

The FLIR camera caught the potentially life-saving rescue seen below.

  

For any interested media, the flight crew will be available for an interview today.

When: TODAY January 23, 2014

Time: 1:00-1:30 pm

Where:  PGPD Aviation Hangar
             6709 Corporal Frank Scott Drive
             College Park, MD
    
For more information, please contact the Prince George's County Police Department's Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

PGPD Taking a Plunge for a Good Cause

Sure, it may be freezing outside, but that’s not stopping members of the PGPD from voluntarily jumping in the chilly waters of the Chesapeake Bay this week.  They’re suiting up for the 4^th Annual Police Plunge.  The officers will join our law enforcement partners from across Maryland for the event.  Not only is this a great time, but it benefits an even better cause.  Proceeds will benefit the Special Olympics.

When:   Friday, January 24, 2014

Time: 12:00 pm

Where:  Sandy Point State Park

              Annapolis, MD

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

Newspaper Omission Gives Speeders a Lucky Break

People who paid up after getting caught speeding on a Fort Washington road are getting back their $40 due to a technicality.  The Prince George's County Police Department learned earlier this month that we operated a speed camera in the county without first advertising that camera's location in a newspaper.  Placing those advertisements is required by state law.  A WUSA9 inquiry led us to this discovery.

The camera in question was posted at the St. Ignatius Loyola School in the 2300 block of Brinkley Road in Fort Washington.  Once we became aware of this advertising omission, the camera was immediately taken down.  It appears that while the correct location and advertisement was initially sent to a newspaper for publication, the location was inadvertently removed from the final proof.   All other protocol required by the state was followed in connection to this camera-- including proper signage, site testing and advertising on the Prince George's County website.  @PGPDNews also advertised the camera location.

The camera was first posted in November of 2012.  Since then, it has issued tickets to 2,059 speeders.  Nearly 1,500 of the violations will be refunded and the rest will be voided.  The refunds total more than $58,000.  The offenders should begin receiving the refunds within 45 days.  This camera location issued just .002% of our total issued tickets.

This appears to be an isolated incident.  To make it easier for drivers to find, we'll re-advertise the entire list of camera locations in the Gazette within the next two weeks. This information has been available on our county website since before the camera became operational in the fall of 2012.

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

Next PGPD TweetAlong Scheduled: New Drug Detection K9s on the Case

Cpl Peters & Budo

On Thursday, January 23, 2014, @PGPDNews will ride along with the department’s K9 Unit.  Four newly certified drug detection K9s will hit the streets for the first time.  They’ve just completed their 10-week training this week.  The TweetAlong will begin at 7:00 pm and run at least through 12:00 am.  Please follow @PGPDNews and use the hashtag #PGPDTweetAlong to join the conversation.

Every day of the week, please tweet us your comments, concerns and kudos to @PGPDNews.

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

WANTED WEDNESDAY

Theft Suspect

Detectives with our Regional Investigation Division/Southern Region are hoping you recognize this suspect.  He's wanted in connection with a theft at a store in the 9000 block of Woody Terrace in Clinton on December 9, 2013.  He made off with computer equipment.

Assault Suspects

 Investigators would like to find the car in this surveillance picture.  The driver intentionally used the car to hit two victims in a parking lot in the 6800 block of New Hampshire Avenue in Takoma Park on January 19, 2014.  The suspects and victims had been in an argument earlier in the day.  The victims were not badly hurt.

Robbery Suspects

We're also looking for the two suspects who robbed a gas station in the 7500 block of Crain Highway in Upper Marlboro on January 20, 2014.  The suspects walked into the store, pointed guns at the victim and demanded cash.  The frightened employee complied.  The suspects then ran off.

PGPD Investigates Double Fatal Collision in Landover

Update: The victims are identified as 21-year-old O’Sha Marquis Allen of the 7900 block of Heatherleigh Place in White Plains, MD, and 18-year-old Daryl Deon Davis of the 3200 block of 75th Avenue in Landover.  

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a double fatal collision in Landover.  The crash occurred just as the snow started falling today.  While the snow hadn't begun to stick to the roadways, the road was wet at the time.  Preliminarily, it appears the wet conditions and speed played a role in the crash. 

On January 21, 2014, at about 11:10 am, patrol officers were called to the 2700 block of Pennsy Drive for a crash involving a car and a taxi.  A passenger in the car died on the scene.  The driver died at a hospital.  The taxi driver suffered non-life threatening injuries.

The preliminary investigation reveals the taxi was heading northbound on Pennsy Drive and the car was traveling southbound.  For reasons which remain unclear, the car lost control and crossed into the northbound lane, colliding with the taxi.   

Anyone with information on this collision is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 306-5640. 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.

PGPD Investigates Fatal Collision in Oxon Hill

Updated January 22, 2014: We mistakenly identified Ms. Williams with the incorrect first name of Aayoni.  Her correct first name is Kiyomi.  Our apologies.

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Oxon Hill. The victims are identified as 45-year-old James Monroe Henderson of the 3400 block of Rickey Avenue in Alexandria and 30-year-old Kiyomi Williams of the 600 block of Maskell Street in Alexandria.

On January 20, 2014, at about 2:00am, patrol officers were called to Indian Head Highway and Oxon Hill Road for the report of a single car crash. Henderson and Williams were both pronounced dead on the scene.  A third passenger was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The preliminary investigation reveals Henderson was driving a Chevrolet SUV northbound on Indian Head Highway, approaching Oxon Hill Road.  For reasons which remain unclear, Henderson lost control of the SUV and left the roadway.  The SUV struck a guardrail and light pole before overturning and coming to rest on Oxon Hill Road.

Preliminarily speed appears to be a factor.  

Anyone with information on this collision is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 306-5640. 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.

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

PGPD Searches for Critical Missing Person

Updated January 20, 2014: The missing was found in good health. 

Tyonna Mashell Montatue

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in searching for a critical missing person.  She is identified as 54-year-old Tyonna Mashell Montatue. Montatue was last seen in the 2300 block of Matthew Henson Avenue in Landover on January 17, 2014, at 12:40 pm.  Montatue has suffered from several strokes and has limited communication skills.

Montatue is described as an African-American female, 5'3”, and 170 lbs with black hair. She was last seen wearing a red shirt, blue pants, a black leather jacket and black polo shoes. She may be walking with a cane.  

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Regional Investigation Division-Central at (301) 772-4911.

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

PGPD Investigates Fatal Pedestrian Collision in Forestville

The Prince George's County Police Department's Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision in Forestville. The victim is identified as 24-year-old Irvin William Starks of the 3200 block of Walters Lane in District Heights.

On January 18, 2014, at about 8:40 pm, patrol officers were called to the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Donnell Drive for the report of a pedestrian collision.  When they arrived, they found Starks with critical injuries. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals Starks was crossing the intersection at Pennsylvania Avenue and Donnell Drive when he was hit by a car.  Seconds later, he was hit by an SUV.  He was then struck by a third car.  The drivers of the first and third cars remained on scene. The driver of the SUV did not.  Our investigators are working to locate that SUV and its driver.  The SUV is green and will likely have a damage to its right headlight.

The preliminary investigation also reveals that Starks was walking near or within a crosswalk, but was believed to be crossing against a no walking signal.

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), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.

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

PGPD Detectives to Revisit District Heights Neighborhood in Murder Investigation

Homicide detectives will revisit the District Heights neighborhood where 23-year-old Antonio Delonte Ross was murdered one year ago.  Detectives will pass out flyers and canvass the area looking for information to further their investigation.  A cash reward of up to $25,000 dollars is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

On January 18, 2013, at 9:20 pm, police officers responded to the 1600 block of Tulip Avenue for a shooting. Upon arrival, police officers found Ross suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

When:   Saturday, January 18, 2014

Time:     6:00 pm

Where:  1600 block Tulip Avenue

              District Heights, MD

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 www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

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

PGPD Searches for Critical Missing Person

Updated January 17, 2014: The missing was found in good health.

Joe Neely Lewis

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in searching for a critical missing person.  He is identified as 79-year-old Joe Neely Lewis. Lewis was last seen in the 6500 block of Otis Street in Hyattsville on January 17, 2014, at 2:40 pm.  Lewis suffers from Alzheimer’s disease.

Lewis is described as an African-American male, 5'10”, and 170 lbs with black and gray hair.  He was last seen wearing a burgundy Redskins jacket, a white shirt, blue jeans, and wearing one white Nike shoe and one white New Balance shoe. 

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Regional Investigation Division-North at (301) 699-2601.

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

PGPD Investigates Fatal Hit-and-Run in College Park

Updated January 17, 2014: The car believed to be involved in the collision has been recovered and is being held for evidence.  Investigators are working to forensically match the recovered car with evidence left on the scene.  Detectives are continuing to work to positively link the driver to the striking vehicle, before any charges are placed.  The investigation is ongoing.  Please continue to monitor our social media sites for updates.

Updated January 17, 2014:  The victim is identified as 22-year-old Cory Hubbard of West Hampton Beach, New York.

Updated January 17, 2014:  Our investigators have released this photo of the suspect’s car right after the collision. It’s the dark-colored sedan at the bottom of the screen.  Anyone who may recognize this car is urged to call our investigators at 301-731-4422 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. You won’t have to give your name. There is a cash reward being offered in this case.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a fatal hit-and-run in College Park.  The victim is a student at the University of Maryland.

On January 17, 2014, at about 1:35 am, patrol officers were called to the intersection of Baltimore Avenue and Knox Road for the report of a collision involving a pedestrian.  When they arrived, patrol officers found a man suffering from critical injuries. He died later at a hospital.

The preliminary investigation reveals the victim was trying to cross Baltimore Avenue when he was struck by a car. The driver did not remain on the scene.  The suspect vehicle is being described as a dark blue metallic sedan.  The pedestrian was not in a crosswalk at the time of the collision.

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), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.

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