PGPD Arrests Two Suspects Linked to Nearly 40 Theft & Burglary Cases

 

                     Paul Moegel III                         Christopher Talbott

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s District VI – Beltsville Detective Bureau charged two suspects in connection with nearly 40 theft and burglary cases in the Beltsville area. The suspects are 27-year-old Paul Moegel III and 31-year-old Christopher Talbott. Both suspects live in Beltsville.

The preliminary investigation revealed the suspects stole items in shed burglaries, thefts from vehicles and other thefts. The crimes took place between June of 2024 and October of 2025. Detectives obtained a search warrant for their home in the 4800 block of Lexington Avenue. During that search, dozens of items believed stolen were recovered to include power tools and yard equipment. Detectives are asking theft victims in the Beltsville area to review the video and photos and contact District VI if they believe their property may be among the recovered items. Please call 301-937-0910.

Following this extensive investigation, detectives have now obtained 144 charges for Paul and 97 charges for Talbott. They are both in the custody of the Department of Corrections. This remains an active investigation.  

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 25-0057450.

 

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PGPD Announces the Relocation of Records Management Division

The Prince George's County Police Department's Records Management Division will officially close its current location at 4923 43rd Avenue in Hyattsville on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. 

Beginning Wednesday, October 22, 2025, the Records Management Division will relocate to 6420 Allentown Road in Camp Springs, situated at the rear of the building. The hours of operation will remain unchanged. As a reminder the hours of operation are: Monday through Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays.

 

For any questions, please contact the Records Management Division at 301-985-3638.

PGPD Charges Man Who Placed Skimmers on ATMs

 

Pioter Fedorenko

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Financial Crimes Unit (FCU) charged a man with placing skimming devices on ATMs at two county gas stations in early October. The suspect is identified as 34-year-old Pioter Fedorenko of no fixed address.

Recorded on October 2, 2025

FCU’s preliminary investigation revealed the suspect recorded himself placing both a camera and a skimming device on an ATM at a gas station in Brandywine on October 2, 2025. The suspect placed a total of three skimmers on ATMs at two gas stations in Brandywine that same day. Investigators recovered all three devices just hours later, preventing the suspect from stealing any personal financial data from those who used the ATMs on October 2, 2025.

Skimming devices can be placed at ATMs and point-of-sale terminals inside of retail stores, grocery stores, convenience stores or any location where credit card transactions are conducted. So far this year, FCU has been notified that approximately 45 skimmers have been recovered throughout the county.

Investigators are offering the following guidance to help avoid being victimized:

*Swiping your credit/debit card places you at the greatest risk of compromise - contactless credit cards or “Tap to Pay” or Apple Pay is a safer method of payment

*Stores with heavy customer traffic are a greater risk for skimmers

*If possible, always use ATMs inside of banks

*Be vigilant for devices with inoperable chip readers

If you believe there is a skimming device on an ATM or any card reader in the county, or you believe you have been a victim of a skimming device, please contact us. Please also notify store personnel, leave the device in place and allow law enforcement to remove it. 

PGPD detectives investigating skimming devices can be reached at 301-516-1464. 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.   

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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 41. 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.