Thursday, December 1, 2011

Theft from Building - Community Advisory

On December 1, 2011, at approximately 7:50 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 1300 block of University Blvd. East (Walgreens Drug Store) for a report of a theft that occurred earlier. Investigation revealed that a black male, approximately 6’0,-6’1, 190-200 lbs., last seen wearing a black hoodie sweatshirt, black pants and black shoes, entered Walgreens, took property and fled from the establishment without paying.

Investigation continues under case #11059849. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.

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* Text to 847411

* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.

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* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.

You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!

If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.