PGPD Arrests Riverdale Man for Child Sex Abuse

The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested a Riverdale man for sexually abusing a child at a school where he’s employed.  The suspect is identified as 30-year-old Jason Jamar Howard of the 6200 block of 64th Avenue. He is an employee at Glenn Dale Elementary School in Glenn Dale.

Jason Jamar Howard

The preliminary investigation reveals Howard sexually abused a young child at the school on April 17, 2013.  The victim’s parent alerted police.  The Prince George’s County Police Department immediately launched an investigation.  During an interview with PGPD detectives, Howard admitted sexually abusing the child on more than one occasion during the current and last school years.  Howard is charged with sex abuse of a minor and related charges.

Anyone with information on this suspect or this case is urged to contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Children and Vulnerable Adult Unit at 301-772-4930.  Callers wishing 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 http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ and submit a tip online.

Prince George’s County Executive Baker to Host 36th Annual Valor Awards Ceremony

They are credited with running into a burning building to save civilians, fighting off a gunman and being fired upon while serving a warrant.  These Prince George’s County police officers are among a distinguished group of public safety employees who will be honored at the annual awards ceremony on Wednesday.

The men and women of Prince George’s County’s public safety agencies will be recognized for their bravery and unwavering commitment to serving the citizens of Prince George’s County.

Who:   The Honorable Rushern Baker, Prince George’s County Executive
           Chief Mark Magaw, Prince George’s County Police Department
           Chief Marc Bashoor, Prince George’s County Fire Department
           Sheriff Melvin High,  Prince George’s County Sheriff's Office
           Mary Lou McDonough, Director, Department of Corrections
                                                         
When:            Wednesday, April 24, 2013
                     
Time:              11:30 am
                     
Where:           Martin’s Crosswinds
                      7400 Greenway Center Drive
                      Greenbelt, MD

Members of the media are encouraged to attend.  For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at (301) 772-4710.

PGPD Arrests Suspects in Murder of Erick Mendez-Orellana

Juan Alberto Ortiz-Orellana

Jorge Enrique Moreno-Aguilar

The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested two suspects for the murder of Erick Amilicar Mendez-Orellana. The suspects are identified as 24-year-old Juan Alberto Ortiz-Orellana of the 5000 block of Silver Hill Court in District Heights and 19-year-old Jorge Enrique Moreno-Aguilar of the 6500 block of Grafton Street in District Heights.  

On March 12, 2013, at approximately 8:30 pm, patrol officers were called to the 4900 block of Marlboro Pike in Capitol Heights for the report of a shooting.  Upon arrival, patrol officers found the victim suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.  He was taken to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead.

Ortiz-Orellana was arrested on unrelated immigration charges by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations agents on April 18, 2013.  After that arrest, PGPD detectives interviewed Ortiz-Orellana and he admitted his involvement in the murder.  Based on information he provided, detectives developed Moreno-Aguilar as a suspect. He was arrested April 19, 2013.  Both suspects are currently in the custody of the Department of Corrections.  Detectives believe the murder was gang-related.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing 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.pgpolice.org.

PGPD Launching Effort to Keep Motorcyclists & Drivers Safe This Spring

With temperatures on the rise, spring is the time of year many motorcyclists head back out on the roadways.  To keep county roads safe in 2013, the PGPD is partnering with the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration’s Safety Office and members of the riding community in launching a new awareness campaign.  The “SHARE THE ROAD” campaign will focus on stopping aggressive riding and distracted driving.  In 2012, there were 10 fatal motorcycle accidents in Prince George’s County.  In only three of those crashes, the rider was to blame.  

Right next to the location of Friday's news conference, PGPD officers will be distributing educational information to both riders and drivers. One of the PGPD’s helicopters will also be on display. It’s being used in the department’s enforcement operation.

  

Who:     Chief Mark Magaw, Prince George’s County Police Department

             John Kuo, Maryland Motor Vehicle Administrator

             Anthony “Fifty” Green, President of the DMV Coalition

   

When:   Friday, April 26, 2013

Time:    2:00 pm

Where: Intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and Donnell
             Drive (Applebee’s parking lot)

             3447 Donnell Drive

             Forestville, MD

Rain Location:  College Park Airport

                         1909 Corporal Frank Scott Drive

                         College Park, MD

Members of the media are encouraged to attend.  For more information, please call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at (301) 772-4710.