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Friday, March 29, 2019

PGPD Investigating Suspicious Behavior Near Bus Stop in City of District Heights


Prince George's County Police detectives are investigating the report of suspicious behavior near a bus stop this afternoon in the city of District Heights.

At approximately 2:05 pm, a young girl was walking on Senator Avenue after being dropped off at a nearby school bus stop. The bus stop is in the area of Mason Street and Kipling Parkway.  The girl tells detectives that two men in a brown or tan SUV or van pulled up next to her and one of the men told her to get into their vehicle. The little girl ran off and sought help at a nearby home. The men did not touch or grab the girl. The District Heights Police Department then alerted the PGPD of this incident. At this time, there are no additional reports of this kind in that area.

Detectives are asking anyone who may have seen this vehicle or has information that could assist in their investigation to call 301-772-4910.

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.)

Detectives Release Surveillance Video of Suspect Linked to Five Commercial Robberies in 10 Days




Robbery Unit detectives today released surveillance video of the suspect who has now robbed five businesses in the county in 10 days. The video starts with clear images of the suspect, as he walks in and out of the frame. This was recorded minutes after he recently robbed a convenience store. Next, there is video of the suspect robbing a second convenience store, this one on Marlboro Pike. The suspect is seen pulling out a gun and demanding cash from the employees.

(March 27th)


The suspect committed his most recent crime on Wednesday. He targeted a pawn shop in the 5000 block of Martin Luther King Junior Highway in Seat Pleasant at approximately 6:35 pm. He wore a distinct outfit to include an orange hat and a black-and-white scarf. He did pull out a gun during the robbery.

(March 26th)
The suspect wore the same clothing on Tuesday evening when he robbed a convenience store in the 6000 block of Marlboro Pike in District Heights. He again used a gun and demanded money from employees.

          (During Robbery)                                (Change of Clothes)                                                                 

In the above photo on the left, the suspect wore dark clothing when he targeted a convenience store on Branch Avenue in Temple Hills. This robbery took place on March 23rd at approximately 4:30 pm. Witnesses tell detectives they saw the suspect change clothes after the robbery. Those photos are on the right. 

(March 17th Robbery)

The same suspect is also linked to a robbery of a pizza store in Oxon Hill on March 17th. He walked into the business on Oxon Hill Road, displayed a gun and demanded cash.  Investigators have also since linked the suspect to robbing another pizza shop – this one on Temple Hill Road on March 24th.  In that case, he also displayed a gun and demanded cash.

If anyone has information that could help detectives identify this suspect, they are urged to call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is being offered.






Wednesday, March 27, 2019

PGPD Investigating Fatal Crash in Brandywine

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is working to determine the circumstances of a fatal crash on Tuesday night in Brandywine. The deceased driver is 39-year-old Garfield Manning of Brandywine Road in Brandywine.
On March 26th, at approximately 9:55 pm, patrol officers were called to Brandywine Road and Gibbons Church Road for collision involving two vehicles. Manning was pronounced dead on the scene. The second driver suffered what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.
The preliminary investigation reveals Manning was heading southbound on Brandywine Road, when for reasons that are under investigation, he lost control of his car and entered the northbound lanes where he struck another car.
Investigators have also learned that Manning had been involved in a prior collision with another vehicle resulting in minor damage minutes before the fatal crash on Brandywine Road. The earlier collision was in a parking lot in the 700 block of Matapeake Business Drive. Investigators are looking into whether the earlier collision played any role in the fatal crash on Brandywine Road.
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 Shooting



 Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early this morning. The decedent is 30-year-old Eric Weaver Jr., of Rhode Island Avenue in Northeast, Washington DC.

At approximately 12:40 am, Weaver was dropped off at Prince George’s Hospital Center suffering from a gunshot wound. He died a short time later. The person(s) who drove him to the hospital fled the area.

Detectives are working to identify who dropped off Weaver at the hospital and determine a motive for the shooting. They are also working to confirm the location of the shooting.

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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.)


WANTED WEDNESDAY

Robbery String Suspect



Up first this Wanted Wednesday, our investigation into a robbery string. The suspect in these photos is now linked to three recent commercial robberies. In the above photo on the left, the suspect wore dark clothing when he targeted a convenience store on Branch Avenue in Temple Hills. This robbery took place on March 23rd at approximately 4:30 pm. Witnesses tell detectives they saw the suspect change clothes after the robbery. Those photos are on the right.


(March 17th Robbery)

The same suspect is also linked to a robbery of a pizza store in Oxon Hill on March 17th. We brought you details of this case last Wanted Wednesday. He walked into the business on Oxon Hill Road, displayed a gun and demanded cash.  Investigators have also since linked the suspect to robbing another pizza shop – this one on Temple Hill Road on March 24th.  In that case, he also displayed a gun and demanded cash. If anyone has information that could help detectives identify this suspect, they are urged to call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is being offered.


Package Theft


Detectives are working to arrest the person who stole a package from the front porch of a home on Lewisdale Drive near University Gardens. This theft occurred on March 20th. Investigators are asking the community to call if anyone recognizes the suspect in the above photograph. If you have information, please call 301-699-2601.

Vandalism Investigation


Detectives are also investigating a vandalism that occurred at a car wash on Livingston Road in Fort Washington. The preliminary investigation reveals that on February 7th, the pictured suspect, pried open the electronic money collection machine. The machine was empty, but the suspect caused thousands of dollars’ worth of damage to it. Please call 301-749-5064 with any information on this case.

Theft From Auto Suspects

And finally, investigators are working to identify these two suspects linked to a theft from auto in Upper Marlboro. The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect committed the crime on March 20th at approximately 4:00 am on Garden Gate Lane. Please call 301-390-2160 or 1-866-411-TIPS with any information. A cash reward is available.




Tuesday, March 26, 2019

PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in District Heights



 The Homicide Unit is investigating the circumstances that led to a fatal shooting in District Heights on Monday. The decedent is 42-year-old Damon Proctor of Fox Ridge Road in Lexington Park, MD.

On March 25th, at approximately 1:40 pm, patrol officers were called to the 5000 block of Daventry Terrace for a double shooting that occurred outside of a townhome. Officers found Proctor and a second person, an adult female, suffering from gunshot wounds. Proctor later died from his injuries. The second victim was shot in her leg and has since been released from the hospital.

The preliminary investigation reveals Proctor and three people went to the townhome with the intention of continuing a domestic-related dispute that began earlier in the day at a separate location. Once at the townhome, there was a physical confrontation between Proctor and individuals who were at the townhome. One of the individuals who was at the townhome fired a weapon during the altercation.  

Detectives identified the man who shot Proctor and the second victim. He voluntarily responded to our Criminal Investigation Division last night. He was released pending the outcome of the investigation. Detectives are in the early stages of this investigation and are continuing to conduct interviews and examine evidence.

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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.)

Thursday, March 21, 2019

PGPD Arrests Suspect Linked to Three Sexual Assaults

Julian Everett

This morning, Prince George’s County Police detectives arrested and charged a New Carrollton man who is linked to three sexual assaults. He is 35-year-old Julian Everett of the 6000 block of Westbrook Drive. Two of the three victims were students at Howard University at the time of their attacks in 2015 and 2016. The third sexual assault took place in 2005. Investigators are concerned there may be additional victims.


The first victim tells investigators that in August of 2016, when she was 17 years old, the suspect contacted her through a unofficial Facebook group for incoming freshmen at the university. The suspect picked up the victim at her dorm and brought her to his barbershop on U Street in Northwest Washington, DC. The suspect provided the victim alcohol which the victim says caused her to become ill and to lose consciousness. When she woke up, she says the suspect was sexually assaulting her at his New Carrollton home. He later took her back to her dorm.

A second victim tells investigators that in August of 2015, when she was 18 years old and a Howard University student, she met the suspect at a party and agreed to go out with him the following evening. The suspect picked up the victim from her dorm and also provided her alcohol. She too says she began to lose consciousness and was taken without permission to the suspect’s home in New Carrollton. The victim says she was sexually assaulted there before being driven her back to the university.

Their two cases were brought to light after an anonymous letter was sent to the Metropolitan Police Department in March of 2018. MPD investigators reached out to the victims to gather information and also reached out the PGPD investigators. The PGPD opened an investigation into the suspect. During the investigation, detectives reviewed a 2005 case involving Everett. In that case, a then 16-year-old girl says the suspect sexually assaulted her at his home. In that instance, the victim also says she was supplied with alcohol before the sexual assault. When the suspect drove the victim back to her Virginia home, the suspect physically assaulted the victim in his car. He was charged by authorities in Virginia in connection with that assault.

Everett is now charged with multiple charges in connection with all three sexual assaults.

The Prince George’s County Police Department and the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office are working in partnership with officials at Howard University. The university is fully cooperating and urges anyone who may have experienced a sexual assault, regardless of when, to contact the Prince George’s County Police Department. The Prince George’s County Police Department established a tip line regarding this suspect. If anyone has information on Julian Everett, they are asked to call 301-772-4915.

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.) 




Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Wanted Wednesday


Pizza Shop Robbery

We’re starting Wanted Wednesday with our search for the man who robbed a pizza shop in Oxon Hill. On March 17th, at approximately 8:00 pm, the suspect in the above photos walked into the business in the 6000 block of Oxon Hill Road. He displayed a weapon and demanded cash. He then fled from the business. If you recognize him, please call 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is available.



Theft Suspects Linked to Two Cases





Do you recognize any of these suspects? They are wanted for stealing from the same tobacco store twice in just three days. On March 9th, at approximately 12:00 pm, the suspects targeted the business in the 7000 block of Berry Road in Accokeek. The investigation reveals they took thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise before leaving the store.





Three days later on March 12th, at least two of the same suspects targeted the same store again. The investigation reveals the suspects once again stole items from the tobacco store. If anyone recognizes these suspects or has information on these cases, they are asked to please call 301-856-3130.



Shoplifting Suspect




We’re also working to identify this suspect. He’s linked to a theft at a business in the 4000 block of Cherry Hill Road in College Park on March 13th. The investigation reveals he stole a tablet computer and then fled the store. If you have any information on this case, please call 301-699-2601.



Package Theft






And finally, we’re also searching for this suspect who snatched a package off a front porch in Oxon Hill. This theft took place on Deep Gorge Court on March 11th at approximately 3:25 pm. If you recognize this suspect or have information that could help detectives, please call 301-749-5064.

Tuesday, March 19, 2019

Suspect Charged With Killing His Uncle in Custody



Osman Kalokoh

The suspect charged with killing his uncle inside of the uncle’s Lanham home on Sunday is now in custody. The suspect, 20-year-old Osman Kalokoh, was arrested this morning in Baltimore.

Our detectives learned, at approximately 2:50 am, a man drove himself to MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital in Baltimore on a golf cart.  Preliminary, we understand the man was refusing to provide any information as to who he was.  Baltimore Police officers were called in to assist and responded to the hospital.  One of the officers was able to determine the man was Osman Kalokoh and he was wanted in Prince George’s County for homicide. The officer took him into custody.

On Sunday, March 17th, at approximately 2:55 am, Prince George’s County Police patrol officers were called to a home in the 9000 block of Alcona Street in Lanham for a shooting. Officers located two victims, an adult male and an adult female. The male victim, 69-year-old Alee Calokoh, was pronounced dead on the scene. The female victim suffered what appear to be non-life threatening injuries. 

The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect got into an argument with his uncle prior to shooting both victims. He’s charged with first degree murder, attempted murder and related charges. Kalokoh remains in custody in Baltimore.

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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.)

Sunday, March 17, 2019

PGPD Actively Searching for Lanham Homicide Suspect

Osman Kalokoh

Homicide Unit detectives are actively searching for the suspect who shot and killed his uncle this morning inside of the uncle's Lanham home. The suspect is 20-year-old Osman Kalokoh of the 12000 block of Quince Valley Drive in Potomac. He is considered armed and dangerous. 

This morning at approximately 2:55 am, patrol officers were called to a home in the 9000 block of Alcona Street for a shooting. Officers located two victims, an adult male and an adult female. The male victim was pronounced dead on the scene. He's identified as 69-year-old Alee Calokoh. The female victim suffered what appears to be non-life threatening injuries. 

The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect got into an argument with his uncle prior to shooting both victims. 

The suspect is not known to own or have access to a vehicle. If anyone sees Kalokoh, they are urged to call 911. 

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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.)


Friday, March 15, 2019

PGPD Arrests Man for Attempted Kidnapping

Bernard Alexander 3rd

The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested 38-year-old Bernard Alexander 3rd in connection with the attempted kidnapping of a seven-year-old girl in Laurel.

The preliminary investigation revealed on March 14, 2019, at approximately 6:30 pm, patrol officers were called to the 8800 block of Cherry Lane for a suspicious person.  The victim told officers that Alexander walked up to her while she was playing in the front yard and showed her some images on his phone. Alexander then took the victims hand and led her away from the yard. The neighborhood children began yelling which alerted the victim’s father. The victim’s father began chasing Alexander, at which time Alexander released the child’s hand and began running. The victim’s father was able to stop and hold Alexander until the police arrived.
Alexander has been charged with attempted kidnapping and related charges.

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives 301-699-2601.  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.)




























Detectives Arrest Suspect in Hyattsville Homicide



Shelton Holt
Updated March 21, 2019: A second suspect is in custody in connection with this fatal shooting. He’s 26-year-old Shelton Holt III of the 12000 block of Bonmot Place in Reisterstown, MD. He’s charged with first degree murder and related charges and is in the custody of the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections.



Alexander Maskiewicz


Homicide Unit detectives arrested one suspect in connection with the fatal shooting in the City of Hyattsville on Tuesday. The suspect is 21-year-old Alexander Maskiewicz of the 4000 block of Ventura Way in Aberdeen. He’s charged with fatally shooting 27-year-old Salina Rivera of Belcrest Road in Hyattsville.

On March 12th, at approximately 
7:55 pm, patrol officers with the Hyattsville City Police Department were called to the 6200 block of Belcrest Road for a reported shooting. When they arrived, officers discovered Rivera in a walkway suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead on the scene.
The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect shot the victim while attempting to rob her during an illegal drug transaction.


Maskiewicz is charged with first-degree murder and being held on a no bond status.

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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.)




Sixth Suspect in Custody for Gang-Related Murder of Virginia teenager

Jose Ortega Ayala

Updated March 21, 2019: A sixth suspect is now in custody in connection with this murder. He’s 26-year-old Jose Ortega Ayala of the 6000 block of Springhill Court in Greenbelt. He was taken into custody in Arlington, Virginia on Wednesday. He’s charged with first degree murder and related charges. He’s currently in custody in Virginia awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County.

Jose Ordonez- Zometa
Jonathan Castillo- Rivera


Kevin Rodriquez- Flores

Christian Martinez-Ramirez

Jose Hernandez-Garcia
Five suspects are in custody for the weekend murder of a 16 year old from Fairfax County, Virginia. The victim is Jacson Pineda-Chicas of Parkwood Court in Falls Church.

On Saturday morning, at approximately 5:00 am, a Stafford County Sheriff’s deputy located the teen’s body in a remote, grassy area. During the course of the investigation this week, investigators determined the teen was killed inside of a home in the 7000 block of Varnum Street in Landover Hills before his body was driven to Stafford County.

The suspects are 29-year-old Jose Ordonez-Zometa of the 7000 block of Varnum Street in Landover Hills, 20-year-old Jonathan Castillo-Rivera of the 4000 block of America Drive in Annandale, VA, 18-year-old Kevin Rodriguez-Flores of no fixed address, 16-year-old Christian Martinez-Ramirez of the 2000 block of Dover Lane in Falls Church and 25-year-old Jose Hernandez-Garcia of no fixed address. All of the suspects are charged as adults. Ordonez-Zometa is in the custody of the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections. The four remaining suspects are in custody in Virginia.

The preliminary investigation reveals the victim and the suspects are members of a MS-13 clique that operates in Fairfax County, Virginia.  On March 8th, the victim and several members traveled to Prince George’s County to attend a meeting at the home of the clique’s leader. At that meeting, for reasons which are under investigation, there was a confrontation during which the 16 year old was attacked and killed. All suspects are being charged with first degree murder and other related charges.

If anyone has information on this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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 Investigates Homicide Near Lake Artemesia



Update: The victim is identified as 22-year-old Hector Diaz-Urritia of no fixed address. If anyone has information on this case, they are asked to call 1-866-411-TIPS.

Homicide Unit detectives are working to identify and arrest the suspect(s) who killed a man discovered in a park on Thursday. The victim's name will be released once his family is notified. Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime.

On March 14th, at approximately 1:30 pm, a citizen walking near Lake Artemesia in Berwyn Heights notified police after discovering a body. The victim was located suffering from trauma to the upper body and pronounced dead on the scene.

Prince George's County Police Homicide Unit detectives are working to identify a motive.

If anyone has information on this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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.)