Prince George’s County’s Public Safety Family Mourns Passing of William Milligan

The Prince George’s County Police Department and the county’s public safety agencies are mourning the loss of a true public servant, William “Bill” Milligan. For decades, Bill was a fixture in the county’s public safety community. He was the driving force behind the county’s annual Public Safety Food Basket Program. Now in its 35^th year, the program provides food to families in our community who are in need during the holidays. He knew many families rely on this assistance and despite his failing health, Bill was still actively involved in this year’s program.

As the Executive Director of the Prince George’s County Public Safety Assistance Program, Bill was also an unwavering supporter of the men and women in public safety. Every year, he oversaw the tremendous effort of organizing the County’s Public Safety Valor Award ceremony which honors the police officers, sheriff’s deputies, fire and EMS personnel as well as Department of Corrections personnel who serve with distinction. We are all grateful for his devotion and friendship.

“Bill dedicated his life in service to not only the county’s public safety agencies but the citizens of Prince George’s County. He didn’t seek praise for his tireless efforts. He didn’t want that attention. His dedication came from a true passion of helping others. The lives of thousands of our neighbors were enriched every year by his efforts. We will feel this loss not just this holiday season or at the next Valor Awards ceremony but for years to come,” Chief Prince George’s County Police Chief Hank Stawinski.

To all who knew and loved Bill, the Prince George’s County Police family offers our deepest condolences. He was 77 years old.

Suspect in Custody for Tuesday’s Fatal Shooting in the City of Seat Pleasant

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Nevonia Evans

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a suspect wanted for a murder that occurred in the City of Seat Pleasant on Tuesday. He is identified as 22-year-old Nevonia Evans of the 1300 block of Saratoga Avenue NE in Washington D.C.  He was arrested this morning in the District of Columbia. Evans is charged with the murder of 28-year-old Curtis Mark Jones, Jr. of Suitland.

On December 3^rd, at approximately 4:45 pm, officers responded to a liquor store in the 6400 block of Central Avenue. The victim was found suffering from a gunshot wound inside of the business. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals Evans and the victim were involved in a confrontation inside of the liquor store prior to the fatal shooting. The reason for the confrontation is unknown at this time and remains under investigation.  

Evans is charged with first and second degree murder and related charges. He is currently in custody in the District awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County. 

The Prince George’s County Police Department investigates all Homicides in the City of Seat Pleasant.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-516-2512. 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.) Please refer to case 19-0069954.

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Sospechoso Bajo Custodia por Mortal Tiroteo del Martes en la Ciudad de Seat Pleasant

La Unidad de Homicidios del Departamento de la Policía del Condado de Prince George’s identificó y sometió cargos contra el sospechoso de un asesinato ocurrido el martes en la Ciudad de Seat Pleasant. Éste fue identificado como Nevonia Evans, de 22 años de edad y vecino de la cuadra 1300 de Saratoga Avenue NE en Washington DC. A Evans se le acusa por el asesinato de Curtis Mark Jones Jr., de 28 años de edad y vecino de Suitland.

El 3 de diciembre, a eso de las 4:45 pm, nuestros oficiales acudieron a una tienda de licores en la cuadra 6400 de Central Avenue. La víctima fue hallada con una herida de bala, dentro de la tienda. Le declararon muerto en la escena.

La investigación preliminar reveló que Evans y la víctima tuvieron una confrontación dentro de la tienda, previo al asesinato a tiros. En estos momentos se desconoce la razón de la confrontación y la misma permanece bajo investigación.

Evans enfrenta cargos por asesinato en primer y segundo grado, entre otros. Al momento se encuentra bajo custodia en DC mientras aguarda ser extraditado al Condado de Prince George’s.

El Departamento de la Policía del Condado de Prince George’s investiga todo homicidio que ocurra en la Ciudad de Seat Pleasant.

Cualquier persona que tenga información sobre este caso, pedimos que por favor llame al 301-772-4925. Quienes deseen permanecer anónimos pueden llamar a Crime Solvers al 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), o ir en línea a www.pgcrimesolvers.com, o utilizar la aplicación móvil “P3 Tips” (busque “P3 Tips en el Apple Store o en Google Play para bajar la aplicación a su móvil). Refiérase al caso 19-0069954

WANTED WEDNESDAY

Gas Station Robbery

Up first this Wanted Wednesday, our investigation into an armed robbery at a gas station in Berwyn Heights on Tuesday. On December 3^rd, at approximately 7:40 pm, the suspect in these photos displayed a gun and demanded money from an employee at the business in the 6000 block of Greenbelt Road. If you know his identity, please call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. We are offering a cash reward. Please refer to case 19-0070001.

Auto Parts Store Theft

Next, a theft at an auto parts store. The business is in the 900 block of Largo Center Drive on November 21^st at approximately 12:30 pm. The pictured suspect entered the store, stole merchandise and left. A cash reward is being offered to anyone who can help us close this case. Give us a call at 301-390-2160 or 1-866-411-(TIPS). Please refer to case number 19-0067745.

Robbery Suspects

These two suspects are wanted for stealing a purse from a victim in Forestville. This crime occurred on November 24^th at approximately 5:00 pm on Donnell Drive. The preliminary investigation reveals these two suspects later attempted to use the victim’s stolen credit card to purchase items.  If you can help us locate these suspects, call us at 301-772-4425. Please refer to case number 19-0068374.

Assault Suspect

Detectives are asking for the community’s assistance in identifying this suspect. He’s wanted for assaulting an employee at a business on Marlboro Pike in District Heights on November 14^th. The victim suffered minor injuries. If you can help identify him, please call 301-772-4911 and refer to case 19-0066311. 

Cell Phone Theft Suspects

Investigators are also looking into the theft of a cell phone at a store in District Heights. The preliminary investigation reveals these two suspects stole a phone from the business on Donnell Drive on November 20^th. Please call 301-772-4911 with any info and refer to case 19-0067549.

Shoe Store Theft

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Suspect 2

   We are also working to identify these two suspects linked to a theft at a shoe store in Capitol Heights. The preliminary investigation reveals they targeted the shoe store in the 1700 block of Ritchie Station Court on November 5^th at approximately 2:00 pm. The suspects entered the store and stole several pairs of shoes before fleeing. If you recognize them, please let us know at 301-772-4911 and refer to case number 19-0064521.

                                                                         

Grand Jury Indicts Suspended Officer

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A Prince George’s County grand jury today indicted a suspended Prince George’s County Police Officer. Police Officer First Class Sharrod Wiggins is charged with indecent exposure, second degree assault and additional charges. The allegations against Wiggins occurred while he was off-duty in the City of Hyattsville in April of 2019. 

At that time, the City of Hyattsville Police Department began a criminal investigation against Wiggins and our agency suspended his police powers as the investigation continued.  Questions about the case should be directed to the City of Hyattsville Police Department.

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Special Investigation Response Team within the Internal Affairs Division launched an administrative investigation which is ongoing.

Wiggins is assigned to the Bureau of Investigation.  He joined the PGPD in 2012.

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Gran Jurado Acusa a Oficial Suspendido

Un gran jurado del Condado de Prince George’s acusó ayer a un suspendido oficial del Departamento de la Policía. El oficial Sharrod Wiggins fue acusado de exposiciones deshonestas, agresión en segundo grado y otros cargos relacionados. Las alegaciones contra Wiggins sugieren que el incidente ocurrió mientras éste se encontraba fuera de horas laborables en la Ciudad de Hyattsville, durante el mes de abril de 2019.

Para esa fecha, el Departamento de la Policía de la Ciudad de Hyattsville abrió una investigación criminal centrada en Wiggins y nuestra agencia le suspendió mientras la misma seguía su curso. Cualquier pregunta sobre éste caso deberá ser dirigida al Departamento de la Policía de la Ciudad de Hyattsville.

El Equipo de Respuesta Investigativa Especial de la División de Asuntos Internos del Departamento de la Policía del Condado de Prince George’s también abrió una pesquisa administrativa que está en curso.

Wiggins estaba adscrito al Buró de Investigaciones. Éste ingresó a PGPD en el 2012.