PGPD Mourns Loss of Patrol Officer

 

Police Officer First Class Alex Belcher 

The Prince George’s County Police family is mourning the loss of Police Officer First Class Alex Belcher #4204. He passed away on October 8, 2025, after a hard-fought medical battle.

 

POFC Belcher was a seven-year veteran of the agency. He spent his entire career serving as a patrol officer in District I - Hyattsville and was most recently assigned to Shift 4, Squad 42. He was also a beloved member of Academy Session 139. Over the years, POFC Belcher earned multiple letters of commendation, a Unit Citation, a Life Saving Award, was named Officer of the Month multiple times, and recently was selected to be a Field Training Officer.

 

Prior to joining the agency, POFC Belcher also served as a volunteer Firefighter/EMT with the Dover Township Fire Department.

 

He leaves behind his cherished fiancé, Emily, his parents, a stepfather, two brothers, a half sister, and countless friends and family members.  

 

Please keep his squad mates, as well as his family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Security Guard Charged in Connection With Non-Contact Shooting

 John Mause II

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Gun Crimes Unit charged an armed private security guard in connection with a non-contact shooting on Wednesday. The suspect is 29-year-old John Mause II of Middle River, MD.

On October 8, 2025, at approximately 4:15 pm, patrol officers responded to a parking lot in the 3300 block of Walters Lane in Forestville. Officers spoke with the security guard on the scene who indicated he fired one shot toward a man during a dispute. The man was not struck and had left the scene before patrol officers arrived. Investigators continue to work to positively identify the man.

The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect is employed by a private security guard company. He is not a Prince George’s County Police Officer or officer with any municipal police department.

Mause is charged with one count of reckless endangerment.

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a detective may call 301-772-8960. 

Anyone with information may also contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 25-0056190.

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PGPD Arrests Suspect in Fatal Shooting

 

Christopher Reid

The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a now fatal shooting. The suspect is 41-year-old Christopher Reid of Seat Pleasant. He’s charged with shooting 35-year-old Keith Maurice Thomas of Capitol Heights.

On October 1, 2025, at approximately 2:00 pm, officers responded to a shooting in the 6300 block of Seat Pleasant Drive in the unincorporated section of Seat Pleasant. Officers located Thomas inside of a business suffering from gunshot wounds. He died of his injuries on October 3, 2025.

 

Officers located and took Reid into custody near the scene of the shooting. Gun Crimes Unit detectives initially charged him with attempted first degree murder and related charges. Investigators are in consultation with the State’s Attorney’s Office to have the charges amended to first and second degree murder and related charges. The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect and victim were known to each other. The motive for this fatal shooting remains under investigation.

 

Reid is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a detective may call 301-772-8960. 

Anyone with information may also contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 25-0054731.

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Missing Teenager Found

Update 10/8/25: Brandon has been safely located.

17-Year-Old Brandon Jones-Roye

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing teenager. He is identified as 17-year-old Brandon Jones-Roye. Brandon was last seen on October 7, 2025, at approximately 11 am in the 100 block of Inverness Lane in Fort Washington. 

Brandon is a Black male. He is 5’4” and 140 pounds.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

Detectives Release Surveillance Photos & Video of Attempted Robbery Suspect

 Robbery Unit detectives are asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the suspect wanted for an attempted armed robbery in the Landover area. A cash reward is available for information leading to an arrest and indictment in the case.

On September 25, 2025, at approximately 1:05 am, officers responded to a reported attempted armed robbery at a business in the 7500 block of Landover Road. The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect threatened employees with a rifle and demanded money. The suspect ultimately fled the store without any cash. The victims were not injured.

 

If anyone has information on this case, they are urged to call 301-516-2830.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous.  Please refer to case number 25-0053347. A cash reward of up to $2,500 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

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PGPD Arrests Suspect for September Murder

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a suspect in connection with a murder that occurred in the unincorporated section of Bowie. The suspect is a 16-year-old male from Mitchellville. He’s charged with the murder of 58-year-old Coleman Williams of Landover. The suspect is charged as an adult.

On September 23, 2025, at approximately 1:55 pm, officers responded to the 10800 block of Lake Arbor Way for the report of a deceased man. Once on scene, officers located Williams unresponsive in a wooded area. He was pronounced dead at the scene. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner noted multiple injuries to the victim’s body and is working to determine the official cause of death.  

Through various investigative techniques, detectives identified the teenager as the suspect. He was taken into custody on October 2, 2025. The preliminary investigation revealed the murder stemmed from a dispute between the suspect and victim. At this time, there is no known connection between them.

The suspect is charged with second-degree murder and related charges. He is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may call 301-516-2512. 

Anyone with information may also contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 25-0052986.

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