WANTED WEDNESDAY

Suspect Linked to Two Robberies

Up first, our search for a robbery suspect. Please take a close look at these photos. Do you recognize him? Does his coat look familiar? Detectives have linked this suspect to two recent robberies. The most recent robbery took place on February 24^th at approximately 10:15 pm. He targeted a market in the 5000 block of Livingston Road in Oxon Hill. The preliminary investigation reveals he pulled out a gun and demanded money and merchandise. He then fled the store.

Two days earlier, this same suspect is linked to another robbery – this time at a cell phone store in the 5000 block of Indian Head Highway in Oxon Hill. In this case, he also demanded cash and then fled. Please call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS with any information that could help detectives find and arrest this suspect. A cash reward is being offered.

Theft Investigation

Detectives are working to identify and arrest this suspect wanted for a theft in Landover. The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect stole an item from a business in the 7000 block of Landover Road. This theft occurred on February 20^th at approximately 9:35 am. Please call 301-390-2116 with any information that could help our investigators.

Theft Suspects

We are also working to identify these two suspects. They’re wanted in connection with a theft at a store in the 4000 block of Suitland Road in Suitland. The preliminary investigation reveals they stole multiple items on February 17^th. If you recognize them, please call 301-390-2180.

Shoplifting Suspect

Detectives are also investigating a shoplifting at a convenience store in College Park. The preliminary investigation reveals the two pictured suspects, and a third accomplice, walked into the store in the 8000 block of Rhode Island Avenue and went behind the counter. They stole more than $1,000 dollars in tobacco products. Please call 301-699-2601 with any information on this case.

Convenience Store Robbery

And finally this Wanted Wednesday, this suspect is wanted for pulling a gun on an employee at a convenience store and then robbed the business. This robbery took place on February 21^st, shortly before 1:00 am, at a store in the 5000 block of Greenbelt Road in Greenbelt. Please call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS with information on his identity. We are offering a cash reward. 

PGPD Investigates Fatal Collision in Upper Marlboro

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Upper Marlboro on Thursday. The victim is 24-year-old Virginia Curtin of Highview Avenue in Chesapeake Beach.

On February 21st, at approximately 11:15 pm, patrol officers were called to the area of Marlboro Pike and Old Crain Highway for a vehicle collision. The preliminary investigation reveals a car was traveling northbound on Marlboro Pike, when for reasons that remain under investigation, it crossed the double yellow line into the southbound lanes striking Curtin’s car head-on. She was pronounced dead on the scene. The driver of the striking vehicle was taken to the hospital with what appear to be non-life-threatening injuries.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the 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 go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device.

Wanted Wednesday

Armed Robbery Suspect

Up first this week – our detectives are working to identify the suspect shown in these photos. He’s wanted for committing an armed robbery at a store in 6000 block of Annapolis Road on February 15^th. The preliminary investigation reveals he entered the store and demanded cash from an employee. Anyone with information that could help us identify and arrest this suspect is asked to call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is being offered.

Tobacco Store Burglary

Our investigators are also working to identify this suspect. He is wanted for breaking into a tobacco store in the 10000 block of Greenbelt Road on February 14^th. The burglar helped himself to cartons of cigarettes and then the tip jar. If you have information that could assist us in apprehending this thief, please call 301-390-2160.

Theft Investigation

Do you recognize him? This is the suspect wanted in connection with the theft of cell phones. The suspect went into a store in the 4000 block of Suitland Road on February 8^th and smashed a display case. He then snatched several cell phones. If you have any clues that could close this case, please call us at 301-390-2160.

Cell Phone Store Robbery

Our Robbery Unit detectives are actively working to identify and arrest the three suspects who targeted an Oxon Hill cell phone store. They targeted the store in the 5000 block of Indian Head Highway on February 18^th at approximately 7:15 pm. The three suspects walked in, at least two had handguns, and demanded cash. The employees complied. Please call us with info on this case. Detectives can be reached at 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is being offered.

Convenience Store Robbery

And finally, this suspect is wanted for robbing a convenience store in Cheverly. The business is in the 6000 block of Arbor Street. The suspect targeted the store on February 15^th at approximately 9:45 pm. He threatened an employee with a large knife and demanded cash. If you have information, please call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS.

PGPD Investigates Fatal Collision in Accokeek

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Accokeek late Monday night. The victim is 59-year-old Juan Menedez Castillo of Altenburg Court in Waldorf.

 On February 18^th, at approximately 9:55 pm, patrol officers were called to the area of Indian Head Highway and Berry Road for a collision involving three vehicles. The officers located Menedez Castillo unresponsive in one of the involved cars. He was taken to the hospital where he died a short time later.

 The preliminary investigation reveals the victim was a passenger in a Ford Escape that was stopped at a red light on southbound Indian Head Highway and Berry Road. For reasons that remain under investigation, a Nissan Altima collided with the back of the stopped Ford, causing the Ford to collide with a third vehicle. The driver of the striking car suffered serious but preliminarily non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the Ford also suffered serious injuries. The driver of the third vehicle suffered minor injuries. 

 We have continued aggressive enforcement along Indian Head Headway.  Since the beginning of the year, our officers have issued more than 3700 citations including 18 DUI arrests along Route 210.  We need the public’s partnership in these efforts to keep our roadways safe.   We are urging drivers to obey all driving laws and to keep your eyes on the road at all times.  

Any charges in this case will depend upon the outcome of the investigation and reconstruction analysis.  Final determination on charges will be made in consultation with the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office.  


Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the 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 go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Oxon Hill

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash in Oxon Hill on Sunday. The decedent is 47-year-old Jason Haftl of Iron Bark Court in Collegeville, Pennsylvania.

On February 17th, at approximately 11:15 pm, patrol officers responded to the 6100 block of Oxon Hill Road for a crash involving two vehicles.

The preliminary investigation reveals Haftl was heading westbound on Oxon Hill Road when he made a left turn into the path of an oncoming SUV that was traveling eastbound. The SUV’s driver attempted to swerve to avoid the car, but the vehicles collided. The driver of the SUV was an off-duty police officer with an outside agency. He was driving a marked cruiser. He was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Haftl was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. 

Anyone with information about this collision is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS, text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.

PGPD Searches for Missing Teen

Otto Campbell

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a missing teen. He is identified as 13-year-old Otto Campbell. He was last seen in the 1100 block of Ivy Club Lane in Landover in the early morning of February 15, 2019.

Campbell is described as a black male, 5’1” tall and 93 pounds. He was last seen wearing a white shirt, gray hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, with black and orange shoes.  He was last seen driving a blue 2007 Ford Focus bearing North Carolina registration DLM-9941 with damage to the rear bumper.

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

PGPD to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint

The Special Operations Division will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Thursday, February 21, 2019 from 8:00 pm to 1:00 am. Officers will focus on the central portion of the county. This is one of the many checkpoints that will be conducted throughout the year.

Please never drive under the influence. The consequences are not worth the risk.

Missing Woman Found

Update February 18, 2019: Ms. Blackeney has been safely located.

Tiffanie Blackeney

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a missing woman. She is identified as 43-year-old Tiffanie Blackeney. She was last seen in the 10200 block of Old Fort Road in Fort Washington on the morning of February 14, 2019.

Blackeney is described as a black female, 5’0” tall, 125 pounds. She was last seen wearing a black jacket, multicolored pants, pink shirt, and carrying a yellow bag.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Regional Investigation Division - Southern Region at (301) 749-5064.

PGPD Searches for Missing Teen

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a missing teen. He is identified as 13-year-old Otto Campbell.

Campbell was last seen on February 15th, in the 1100 block of Ivy Club Lane in Hyattsville. He is described as a black male, 5’1”, and 93 pounds. He may be driving a blue 2007 Ford Focus with North Carolina tag DLM9941.

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

Missing Man Found

Update February 18, 2019: Mr. Middleton has been safely located.

Glen Middleton

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a missing man. He is identified as 68-year-old Glen Middleton. 

Middleton was last seen on February 14th, in the 2500 block of Darel Drive in Suitland. He is described as a black male, 5’8”, and 150 pounds.  

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

PGPD Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Collision in Temple Hills

UPDATE February 14, 2019: Investigators have identified the victim in Tuesday's fatal collision. He is 37-year-old Richard Lee of Daventry Terrace in District Heights.


The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision in Temple Hills. Investigators are working to identify the adult male victim so his family can be notified.

On February 12^th, at approximately 11:45 pm, patrol officers were called to the area of St. Barnabas Road near 28th Avenue for a collision involving a pedestrian. Responding officers found the victim suffering from critical injuries. He was taken to a hospital where he died a short time later.

The preliminary investigation reveals the victim was crossing St. Barnabas Road when he was struck by a pickup truck in the westbound lanes. The victim was then struck by a second car. Preliminarily, it appears the victim was not in a crosswalk or a signalized intersection when he was struck.

Both of the involved drivers remained on the scene.

Anyone with information about this collision is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS, text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.

Wanted Wednesday

Shoplifting Suspect

Up first this week - photos of a suspect we’re actively working to identify. He’s wanted in connection with a theft at a gas station in the 12000 block of Laurel Bowie Road in Laurel on January 29^th. The preliminary investigation reveals he swiped an item and then left the store. Please call 301-937-0910 with any information.

Vandalism Investigation

Our investigators are also working to identify this suspect. He’s wanted for vandalizing a home on Fran Del Drive in Fort Washington. This took place in early January. He was seen fleeing the area in this pictured SUV. Anyone who has information on his identity is asked to please call 301-749-5064.  

Liquor Store Theft

Detectives would like to hear from anyone who know this man’s name. He’s wanted for stealing bottles of liquor from a store in the 8000 block of Baltimore Avenue in College Park. This theft occurred on February 1^st at approximately 8:30 pm. Please call 301-699-2601 with any information that could help detectives.

Shoplifting Investigation

Do you know these two suspects? We’d like to talk to them about a shoplifting that occurred on February 11^th at a drugstore in Beltsville. The store is in the 11000 block of Baltimore Avenue. The preliminary investigation reveals the suspects stole several items and then fled in a white, older-model Cadillac with Virginia tags. Please call 301-937-0910 with any information.

Shoplifting Suspect

Up next, our investigators are also looking for this suspect in connection with a shoplifting investigation. The preliminary investigation reveals he walked into a drugstore in the 11000 block of Beltsville Drive in Beltsville on February 9^th. He took several items and then fled in a black Toyota four-door vehicle. Anyone with information is asked to call 301-937-0910.

Package Theft Suspect

And finally, our investigation reveals this suspect snatched a package off of the front porch of a home in Laurel. The theft occurred on February 11^th at a home on Silverbirch Lane. The suspect stole a package of medical supplies and then fled in this pictured car. Please help us find this suspect by calling 301-937-0910.

Detectives Investigate Homicide in Suitland

Homicide Unit detectives are working to identify and arrest the suspect(s) who shot and killed a man in Suitland on Saturday. The victim is 23-year-old Terrell Caldwell of Parkway Terrace in Suitland.

On February 9^th, at approximately 10:40 am, patrol officers responded to the 3400 block of Parkway Terrace for the report of a shooting. The victim was located inside of an apartment building suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives are working to establish a motive and identify suspect(s). Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives 301-772-4925.  Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-

TIPS (8477), or go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device.)

PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Seat Pleasant

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is working to determine the cause of a weekend crash that left three occupants dead. The victims are 23-year-old Grecia Sanchez Cruz of Crelin Street in Lanham and 25-year-old Brenda Merlot also of Crelin Street. The third deceased victim’s name will be released once his family is located and notified. Preliminarily, a fourth occupant suffered serious but non-life threatening injuries.

On February 10^th, at approximately 3:55 am, patrol officers responded to single-car crash on Martin Luther King Jr. Highway and Glen Willow Drive.

 The preliminary investigation reveals the car was heading southbound on Martin Luther King Jr. Highway approaching Glen Willow Drive when for reasons that remain under investigation, it left the roadway, struck an embankment and ultimately overturned. Three victims were pronounced dead on the scene. The fourth victim was transported to a local hospital. Preliminarily, it does not appear any of the occupants was wearing a seatbelt.  

 Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the 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 go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device.

PGPD Partners With "Neighbors" by Ring in Effort to Reduce and Solve Crimes by Connecting Citizens & Law Enforcement

The Prince George’s County Police Department is joining the Neighbors app by Ring as part of the department’s continued effort to both prevent and solve crimes. The Neighbors network has millions of users and has been instrumental in catching package thieves, stopping burglaries and helping keep neighborhoods safe across the country. Right now, there are approximately 50,000 residents here in Prince George’s County who are already signed up to the Neighbors app.

Interested residents can download the free Neighbors app (https://download.ring.com/pgpd) and join their particular neighborhood, and then use the app to monitor neighborhood activity; share crime and safety-related videos, photos and other posts. Residents can also learn about safety issues in their neighborhood directly from their neighbors, the PGPD and the Ring team.

“The Neighbors app is a unique way to connect citizens and law enforcement. With the assistance of the Ring team, the app will allow our COPS officers who are assigned to a particular beat to communicate with residents who live there. It will also allow detectives the ability to gather critical information, photos or videos related to an investigation,” said Assistant Chief Hector Velez.

Jamie Siminoff, Chief Inventor and Founder of Ring, said: “We’re excited to have the Prince George’s County Police Department join Neighbors to keep their community up-to-date on local crime and safety information. Over the past few years we have learned that, when neighbors, the Ring team and law enforcement all work together, we can create safer communities. Neighbors is meant to facilitate real-time communication between these groups, while maintaining neighbor privacy first and foremost.”

 

How It Works:

• Download the Neighbors app on iOS and Android here: https://download.ring.com/pgpd or by texting ‘PGPD’ to 555-888 from your smartphone. Residents do not need to own a Ring device to use the Neighbors app.

• Opt-in to join your neighborhood.
• Customize the geographic area you want to receive notifications for (users must verify where they are located and cannot participate in other neighborhoods).
• Receive real-time alerts from your neighbors, local law enforcement and the Ring team that inform of crime and safety alerts as they happen.
• View local crime and safety posts via a live feed or interactive map.
• Share text updates, photos and videos taken on any device

Prince George’s County Assistant Police Chief Hector Velez is spearheading this new partnership on behalf of the PGPD. He is available for media interviews today. Please call the Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710 to schedule an interview. Members of the media who are interested in speaking with a representative from the Neighbors app can call Morgan Culbertson at 805-822-9694.

Chief Stawinski Announces Crackdown on Disability Parking Placard Crimes

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Prince George’s County Police will be targeting criminals who steal disability parking placards out of vehicles and sell them and will be arresting those who buy the stolen hanging signs.   Officers recovered nearly one dozen stolen disability parking placards during a recent traffic stop. The driver, 23-year-old Darius Tyson of no fixed address, was arrested.  Preliminarily, our investigation revealed he had targeted parked vehicles in Temple Hills including a parking lot at a senior living facility.  Unfortunately, criminals are targeting these placards far too often. Since last July, we’ve received reports of 192 placards stolen out of parked vehicles.  In 70% of those cases, victims’ car windows were smashed in order to snatch the placard.

 “The stealing of disability parking placards is most egregious because of who the thieves are targeting.  All property crimes can affect the victims deeply.  It costs money to repair any damages and there’s time away from work while dealing with insurance claims and getting lives back in order.  That’s why I am launching a department-wide effort to crackdown on these placard thefts and all property crimes.  Our residents should be able to walk out of their homes into a safe community with an expectation of a high quality of life.  No one should walk out to their car and discover a window was broken by a thief and that the placard they need for easier parking access is now gone.  The thieves and the people who purchase these stolen items must be stopped.  I am asking for our entire community to organize with us as we fight back against property crime.” said Chief Stawinski, Prince George’s County Police.

COPS officers assigned to each of our district stations will begin targeted enforcement by ensuring handicapped placards they see are not reported stolen and are with their rightful owner. If a placard is found to be stolen, detectives will work to investigate not only who stole the placard but also who may have acquired the stolen property. 


We are asking the community to assist us by displaying the placards whenever required by law or ordnance, for instance, a designated disability parking space.  Otherwise, if you park in a spot where display of the placard is NOT required, please tuck the placard out-of-sight inside your vehicle.  Also, please keep a record of the registration number located on your disability parking placard in a separate location, so, if it is ever stolen, you have the number to provide to law enforcement when you report it stolen.

Last year, the County saw a 10% decrease in overall property crime and, with your help, together, we will keep making a difference. 

If you have any information that could help arrest those responsible for these type of crimes, please call detectives at 301-772-4911 or if you wish to remain anonymous, please 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.

Missing Child Found

Update February 12, 2019: Zamar has been safely located and in good health.

Zamar Williams

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s help in finding a missing Child. He is identified as 12-year-old Zamar Williams. He was last seen near the 3200 block of Walters Lane on the evening of February 4, 2019.

Williams is described as a black male, 5’4” tall, 110 pounds. He was last seen wearing black jeans, gray shirt, and a dark green Michael Kors jacket.

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

PGPD Investigating Incident At Charles Herbert Flowers High School

The Prince George's County Police Department is investigating an incident at Charles Herbert Flowers High School in Springdale involving the school’s principal and a student.  A portion of this interaction was recorded on another student’s cell phone which we are reviewing.  The department is working to determine whether any additional video captured the entire interaction.

The incident took place at approximately 1:20 on Wednesday afternoon when the principal was asked to locate a 17 year-old student who had just left a classroom after reportedly being disruptive in class. The principal encountered the student in a hallway.   A Prince George's County Police School Resource Officer (SRO) was present and witnessed the entire interaction between the principal and student which began before the cellphone video recording.  The entirety of the interaction is now at the center of our investigation.  However, after witnessing the student assault the Principal several times, the SRO intervened and deployed a foam pepper spray on the student.  Foam pepper spray is used because it does not disperse in the air and affect others in the vicinity of the deployment.   The officer was then able to take the student into custody.  The student was then immediately brought to the nurse's office where his face was washed.

The student refused further medical treatment.  He has been charged as a juvenile.  Because he is a juvenile, no further information as to charges can be shared.  He was later released.  The police department is continuing to investigate the entire incident. 

All questions regarding the employment status of the principal involved, please contact Prince George’s County Public Schools.   


Anyone with additional information or recordings of this incident, you are asked to call detectives at 301-772-4930.  If you wish 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.