NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 30, 2011 (9:58 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department would like to thank everyone who participated in today's Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back. There was a large turn out which was very pleasing. This campaign is important as it gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. We hope we have as many turn out for our next campaign.
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Friday, April 29, 2011
Missing Juvenile - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
● 7500 Maple Avenue ● Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 29, 2011 (3:47 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Detectives from the Takoma Park Police Department are investigating the disappearance of a missing Takoma Park juvenile runaway. Bose Mawute Kazadi (Mary), 16, was last seen on April 26, 2011, in the 700 block of Hudson Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Mary was last seen wearing a blue shirt, shorts, flip flop shoes and she has a tattoo on her right hand that says “Sunday” and a piercing above her lip. Mary is a black female, dark brown complexion, 5’8 tall, 130 lbs., brown eyes and black hair (long braids, blonde in front).
Anyone who has information about Mary’s whereabouts is asked to contact Det/Sgt. Smith of the Takoma Park Police Department at 301-270-1100 and refer to case #11019719.
** A photograph of Bose Mawute Kazadi (Mary) is attached**
Missing Juvenile - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
● 7500 Maple Avenue ● Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 29, 2011 (3:45 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Detectives from the Takoma Park Police Department are investigating the disappearance of a missing Takoma Park juvenile runaway. Rasheeda Rambert, 16, was last seen on April 26, 2011, in the 700 block of Hudson Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Rasheeda was last seen wearing a black shirt with white stripes and blue jeans. Rasheeda is a black female, medium brown complexion, 5’5 tall, 130 lbs., brown eyes and black hair (braids/collar length).
Anyone who has information about Rasheeda’s whereabouts is asked to contact Det/Sgt. Smith of the Takoma Park Police Department at 301-270-1100 and refer to case #11019700.
** A photograph of Rasheeda Rambert is attached**
Critically Missing Juvenile - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
● 7500 Maple Avenue ● Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 29, 2011 (3:42 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Detectives from the Takoma Park Police Department are investigating the disappearance of a critically missing Takoma Park juvenile runaway. Michelle Wilkerson, 13, was last seen on April 28, 2011, at approximately 10:50 p.m., in the 700 block of Houston Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Michelle was last seen wearing a dark jacket, silver shirt, dark jeans, black shoes/heels, black socks and she has a lip piercing. Michelle is a black female, 5’1 tall, 120 lbs., brown eyes and black hair. Michelle is considered critical due to age only.
Anyone who has information about Michelle’s whereabouts is asked to contact Det/Sgt. Smith of the Takoma Park Police Department at 301-270-1100 and refer to case #11020133.
** A photograph of Michelle Wilkerson is attached**
REMINDER - Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday, April 30 - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 29, 2011 (10:20 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department sends this reminder that the Takoma Park Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday, April 30, 2011. This campaign gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your prescriptions to the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 1st floor lobby, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, on Saturday, April 30th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 29, 2011 (10:20 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department sends this reminder that the Takoma Park Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday, April 30, 2011. This campaign gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your prescriptions to the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 1st floor lobby, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, on Saturday, April 30th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
Arrest Made of 14-Year Old Juvenile for Unlawful Taking of a Motor Vehicle; Other Offenses - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 29, 2011 (10:10 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of a 14-year old male juvenile of Washington, D.C., for unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, theft over and attempted theft.
On April 28, 2011, at approximately 2:35 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 6600 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Redline Motorsports) for a theft in progress. The owner of the business observed two black male suspects attempt to steal a mini dirt bike from his business. The suspects were lifting the bike over a pick-up truck used to block overstocked bikes. Upon arrival, officers observed a 2001 blue Dodge Intrepid with temporary D.C. tags parked on the south side of the business. The driver’s side window was partially down and the engine was running. The ignition was punched and there was a screwdriver lying on the driver’s side front seat. Officers proceeded to the rear of the business and observed a black male running from the business. The suspect was quickly apprehended. The second suspect fled and is still at large. Montgomery County K-9 unit was dispatched to search the area. A track was conducted north through the woods running parallel with New Hampshire Avenue. An item of evidentiary value was located during the track, but the suspect was not located. A check of the vehicle revealed that it had been stolen out of the District of Columbia. A review of the surveillance video showed the two male suspects pulling up to the business and getting out of the stolen vehicle.
The 14-year old juvenile was arrested and charged accordingly. He was released to the custody of a parent.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 29, 2011 (10:10 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of a 14-year old male juvenile of Washington, D.C., for unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, theft over and attempted theft.
On April 28, 2011, at approximately 2:35 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 6600 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Redline Motorsports) for a theft in progress. The owner of the business observed two black male suspects attempt to steal a mini dirt bike from his business. The suspects were lifting the bike over a pick-up truck used to block overstocked bikes. Upon arrival, officers observed a 2001 blue Dodge Intrepid with temporary D.C. tags parked on the south side of the business. The driver’s side window was partially down and the engine was running. The ignition was punched and there was a screwdriver lying on the driver’s side front seat. Officers proceeded to the rear of the business and observed a black male running from the business. The suspect was quickly apprehended. The second suspect fled and is still at large. Montgomery County K-9 unit was dispatched to search the area. A track was conducted north through the woods running parallel with New Hampshire Avenue. An item of evidentiary value was located during the track, but the suspect was not located. A check of the vehicle revealed that it had been stolen out of the District of Columbia. A review of the surveillance video showed the two male suspects pulling up to the business and getting out of the stolen vehicle.
The 14-year old juvenile was arrested and charged accordingly. He was released to the custody of a parent.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 4/21/11 - 4/28/11
T1 Beat:
Assault
7000 blk of Carroll Ave., on Tuesday, April 26 at 4:10 p.m., a known female suspect assaulted a female victim during an argument.
Burglary-Residential
6400 blk of Fourth Ave., on Saturday, April 23 at 7:15 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered a home under renovation through and open door and stole property.
Auto Theft
6400 blk of Sligo Mill Rd., between Friday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 23 at 8:06 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a green 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee by unknown means.
Larceny
6600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Thursday, April 28 at 2:35 a.m., a male 14 was arrested for theft and released to a guardian.
T2 Beat:
Assault
8300 blk of Flower Ave., on Sunday, April 24 at 8:11 p.m., a male 46 was arrested for assaulting a female victim during an argument.
8200 blk of Houston Ct., on Saturday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m., a known male suspect assaulted a male roommate during an argument.
T3 Beat:
Auto Theft
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., between Sunday, April 24 at 10:30 p.m. and Monday, April 25 at 6:45 a.m., unknown suspect(s) used unknown means to enter a locked vehicle and steal a blue 1994 Honda Accord.
Arrests:
7300 blk of Cedar Ave., on Wednesday, April 27 at 6:10 p.m., a male 57 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, April 23 at 10:07 p.m., a male 40 was arrested for possession of cocaine and trespassing.
Assault
7000 blk of Carroll Ave., on Tuesday, April 26 at 4:10 p.m., a known female suspect assaulted a female victim during an argument.
Burglary-Residential
6400 blk of Fourth Ave., on Saturday, April 23 at 7:15 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered a home under renovation through and open door and stole property.
Auto Theft
6400 blk of Sligo Mill Rd., between Friday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 23 at 8:06 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a green 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee by unknown means.
Larceny
6600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Thursday, April 28 at 2:35 a.m., a male 14 was arrested for theft and released to a guardian.
T2 Beat:
Assault
8300 blk of Flower Ave., on Sunday, April 24 at 8:11 p.m., a male 46 was arrested for assaulting a female victim during an argument.
8200 blk of Houston Ct., on Saturday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m., a known male suspect assaulted a male roommate during an argument.
T3 Beat:
Auto Theft
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., between Sunday, April 24 at 10:30 p.m. and Monday, April 25 at 6:45 a.m., unknown suspect(s) used unknown means to enter a locked vehicle and steal a blue 1994 Honda Accord.
Arrests:
7300 blk of Cedar Ave., on Wednesday, April 27 at 6:10 p.m., a male 57 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, April 23 at 10:07 p.m., a male 40 was arrested for possession of cocaine and trespassing.
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Community Outreach Program (COP) Free Seminar - Limited to 50 Attendees - Community Information
On Thursday, May 12, 2011, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., a free seminar is being offered to all who live and work in the City of Takoma Park, Maryland, hosted by the City of Takoma Park Police Department. It will include an introduction to the City of Takoma Park Police Department's Community Outreach Program (COP) in its pilot phase, basic crime information and crime prevention tips, as well as an introduction to the programs in which residents of the community can participate. Numerous informative pamphlets will be available, and interested parties will have an opportunity to sign up for the programs offered. Light fare will be provided. The seminar will be held at the City of Takoma Park Community Center, 2nd Floor, Azalea Room, 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912.
**Pre-registration is required. Please e-mail Officer Carla Magnaye at carlam@takomagov.org, or you can come to the police department by May 11th to register. The seminar is limited to 50 attendees.**
**Pre-registration is required. Please e-mail Officer Carla Magnaye at carlam@takomagov.org, or you can come to the police department by May 11th to register. The seminar is limited to 50 attendees.**
Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day in April - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 27, 2011 (2:37 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Takoma Park Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 30, 2011. This campaign gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your prescriptions to the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 1st floor lobby, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, on Saturday, April 30th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
Last September, Americans turned in over 242,000 pounds – 121 tons – of prescription drugs at nearly 4,100 sites operated by more than 3,000 of the DEA’s state and local law enforcement partners. The agency hopes to collect even more this spring by opening the event to long-term care facilities.
This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high – more Americans currently abuse prescription drugs than the number of those using cocaine, hallucinogens and heroin combined, according to the 2009 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.
“The overwhelming public response to DEA’s first nationwide Take-Back event last fall not only rid homes of potentially harmful prescription drugs, but was an unprecedented opportunity to educate everyone about the growing prescription drug abuse problem,” said DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart. “Studies have shown that, for many, prescription drugs are the very first drugs they abuse – and all too often they aren’t the last. That is why we are committed to helping Americans keep their homes safe by ridding their medicine cabinets of expired, unused and unwanted drugs.”
“I encourage every American to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to safely dispose of unused, un-needed, or expired prescription drugs,” said Gil Kerlikowkse, Director of National Drug Control Policy. “Preventing these readily available and potentially deadly drugs from being diverted and misused is something each and every one of us can do to help reduce the epidemic of prescription drug abuse that is harming so many Americans.”
The public can find a nearby collection site by visiting www.dea.gov, clicking on the “Got Drugs?” icon, and following the links to a database, where they enter their zip code.
Four days after last fall’s event, Congress passed the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances Act to allow an “ultimate user” of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by the Attorney General to accept them. The Act also allows the Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain instances. DEA has begun drafting regulations to implement the Act.
Other participants in this initiative include the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the American Association of Poison Control Centers; the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America; D.A.R.E. America; the Federation of State Medical Boards; the U. S. Health Resources and Services Administration; the International Association of Chiefs of Police; the National Association of Attorneys General; the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; the National District Attorneys Association; the National Sheriffs Association; and the Partnership@drugfree.org.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 27, 2011 (2:37 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Takoma Park Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 30, 2011. This campaign gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your prescriptions to the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 1st floor lobby, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, on Saturday, April 30th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
Last September, Americans turned in over 242,000 pounds – 121 tons – of prescription drugs at nearly 4,100 sites operated by more than 3,000 of the DEA’s state and local law enforcement partners. The agency hopes to collect even more this spring by opening the event to long-term care facilities.
This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high – more Americans currently abuse prescription drugs than the number of those using cocaine, hallucinogens and heroin combined, according to the 2009 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.
“The overwhelming public response to DEA’s first nationwide Take-Back event last fall not only rid homes of potentially harmful prescription drugs, but was an unprecedented opportunity to educate everyone about the growing prescription drug abuse problem,” said DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart. “Studies have shown that, for many, prescription drugs are the very first drugs they abuse – and all too often they aren’t the last. That is why we are committed to helping Americans keep their homes safe by ridding their medicine cabinets of expired, unused and unwanted drugs.”
“I encourage every American to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to safely dispose of unused, un-needed, or expired prescription drugs,” said Gil Kerlikowkse, Director of National Drug Control Policy. “Preventing these readily available and potentially deadly drugs from being diverted and misused is something each and every one of us can do to help reduce the epidemic of prescription drug abuse that is harming so many Americans.”
The public can find a nearby collection site by visiting www.dea.gov, clicking on the “Got Drugs?” icon, and following the links to a database, where they enter their zip code.
Four days after last fall’s event, Congress passed the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances Act to allow an “ultimate user” of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by the Attorney General to accept them. The Act also allows the Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain instances. DEA has begun drafting regulations to implement the Act.
Other participants in this initiative include the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the American Association of Poison Control Centers; the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America; D.A.R.E. America; the Federation of State Medical Boards; the U. S. Health Resources and Services Administration; the International Association of Chiefs of Police; the National Association of Attorneys General; the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; the National District Attorneys Association; the National Sheriffs Association; and the Partnership@drugfree.org.
Tornado Watch - Community Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a TORNADO WATCH for Montgomery County effective immediately until 8 pm tonight. Atmospheric conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms and tornadic development.
Be prepared. Tornadoes can form from severe thunderstorms with little or no advanced warning. Know your safe room in your home, at school, and at work. If driving and a tornado is spotted, leave your car immediately and move to shelter or a low lying area. Do not use highway overpasses as shelters. Remain alert for the issuance of warnings.
Be prepared. Tornadoes can form from severe thunderstorms with little or no advanced warning. Know your safe room in your home, at school, and at work. If driving and a tornado is spotted, leave your car immediately and move to shelter or a low lying area. Do not use highway overpasses as shelters. Remain alert for the issuance of warnings.
May 25th is National Missing Children's Day - Community Information
“Since 1983, our nation has observed May 25th as National Missing Children’s Day. First proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan and observed by every administration since, May 25th is the anniversary of the day in 1979 when 6-year-old Etan Patz disappeared from a New York street corner on his way to school.
His story captivated the nation. His photo, taken by his father, a professional photographer, was circulated nationwide and appeared in media across the nation and around the world. Etan became the poster-child for a movement. The powerful image came to symbolize the anguish and trauma of thousands of searching families.
The widespread attention brought to Etan's case and several others eventually led to a nationwide commitment to help locate and recover missing children. National Missing Children’s Day honors this commitment by reminding parents, guardians, and others to make child safety a priority.
25 ways to make kids safer
At Home
Teach your children their full names, address, and home telephone number. Make sure they know your full name.
Make sure your children know how to reach you at work or on your cell phone.
Teach your children how and when to use 911 and make sure your children have a trusted adult to call if they’re scared or have an emergency.
Instruct children to keep the door locked and not to open the door to talk to anyone when they are home alone. Set rules with your children about having visitors over when you’re not home and how to answer the telephone.
Choose babysitters with care. Obtain references from family, friends, and neighbors. Once you have chosen the caregiver, drop in unexpectedly to see how your children are doing. Ask children how the experience with the caregiver was and listen carefully to their responses.
On the Net
Learn about the Internet. The more you know about how the Web works, the better prepared you are to teach your children about potential risks.
Place the family computer in a common area, rather than a child’s bedroom. Also, monitor their time spent online and the websites they’ve visited and establish rules for Internet use.
Know what other access your child may have to the Internet at school, libraries, or friends’ homes.
Use privacy settings on social networking sites to limit contact with unknown users and make sure screen names don’t reveal too much about your children.
Encourage your children to tell you if anything they encounter online makes them feel sad, scared, or confused.
Caution children not to post revealing information or inappropriate photos of themselves or their friends online.
At School
Walk the route to and from school with your children, pointing out landmarks and safe places to go if they’re being followed or need help. If your children ride a bus, visit the bus stop with them to make sure they know which bus to take.
Remind kids to take a friend whenever they walk or bike to school. Remind them to stay with a group if they’re waiting at the bus stop.
Caution children never to accept a ride from anyone unless you have told them it is OK to do so in each instance.
Out and About
Take your children on a walking tour of the neighborhood and tell them whose homes they may visit without you.
Remind your children it’s OK to say NO to anything that makes them feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused and teach your children to tell you if anything or anyone makes them feel this way.
Teach your children to ask permission before leaving home.
Remind your children not to walk or play alone outside.
Teach your children to never approach a vehicle, occupied or not, unless they know the owner and are accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other trusted adult.
Practice "what if" situations and ask your children how they would respond. “What if you fell off your bike and you needed help? Who would you ask?”
Teach your children to check in with you if there is a change of plans.
During family outings, establish a central, easy-to-locate spot to meet for check-ins or should you get separated.
Teach your children how to locate help at theme parks, sports stadiums, shopping malls, and other public places. Also, identify those people who they can ask for help, such as uniformed law enforcement, security guards and store clerks with nametags.
Help your children learn to recognize and avoid potential risks, so that they can deal with them if they happen.
Teach your children that if anyone tries to grab them, they should make a scene and make every effort to get away by kicking, screaming, and resisting.
Childhood is full of rewards and potential risks. As babies become toddlers, they are more prone to bumps, bruises, falls, and distractions. As children grow into teenagers, they become increasingly independent and are more apt to explore, live life, and socialize with less family supervision.
Fortunately, potential risks children face throughout their lives can be lessened when parents and guardians teach safety concepts. While it may not be possible for parents and guardians to be with their children every minute of the day, they can spend time talking to them, setting appropriate limits, and helping them make good choices.
Just minutes of prevention can make a huge impact in the life of a child.
Take 25 minutes to talk to your children about safety.”
*Taken by Take 25, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children*
His story captivated the nation. His photo, taken by his father, a professional photographer, was circulated nationwide and appeared in media across the nation and around the world. Etan became the poster-child for a movement. The powerful image came to symbolize the anguish and trauma of thousands of searching families.
The widespread attention brought to Etan's case and several others eventually led to a nationwide commitment to help locate and recover missing children. National Missing Children’s Day honors this commitment by reminding parents, guardians, and others to make child safety a priority.
25 ways to make kids safer
At Home
Teach your children their full names, address, and home telephone number. Make sure they know your full name.
Make sure your children know how to reach you at work or on your cell phone.
Teach your children how and when to use 911 and make sure your children have a trusted adult to call if they’re scared or have an emergency.
Instruct children to keep the door locked and not to open the door to talk to anyone when they are home alone. Set rules with your children about having visitors over when you’re not home and how to answer the telephone.
Choose babysitters with care. Obtain references from family, friends, and neighbors. Once you have chosen the caregiver, drop in unexpectedly to see how your children are doing. Ask children how the experience with the caregiver was and listen carefully to their responses.
On the Net
Learn about the Internet. The more you know about how the Web works, the better prepared you are to teach your children about potential risks.
Place the family computer in a common area, rather than a child’s bedroom. Also, monitor their time spent online and the websites they’ve visited and establish rules for Internet use.
Know what other access your child may have to the Internet at school, libraries, or friends’ homes.
Use privacy settings on social networking sites to limit contact with unknown users and make sure screen names don’t reveal too much about your children.
Encourage your children to tell you if anything they encounter online makes them feel sad, scared, or confused.
Caution children not to post revealing information or inappropriate photos of themselves or their friends online.
At School
Walk the route to and from school with your children, pointing out landmarks and safe places to go if they’re being followed or need help. If your children ride a bus, visit the bus stop with them to make sure they know which bus to take.
Remind kids to take a friend whenever they walk or bike to school. Remind them to stay with a group if they’re waiting at the bus stop.
Caution children never to accept a ride from anyone unless you have told them it is OK to do so in each instance.
Out and About
Take your children on a walking tour of the neighborhood and tell them whose homes they may visit without you.
Remind your children it’s OK to say NO to anything that makes them feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused and teach your children to tell you if anything or anyone makes them feel this way.
Teach your children to ask permission before leaving home.
Remind your children not to walk or play alone outside.
Teach your children to never approach a vehicle, occupied or not, unless they know the owner and are accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other trusted adult.
Practice "what if" situations and ask your children how they would respond. “What if you fell off your bike and you needed help? Who would you ask?”
Teach your children to check in with you if there is a change of plans.
During family outings, establish a central, easy-to-locate spot to meet for check-ins or should you get separated.
Teach your children how to locate help at theme parks, sports stadiums, shopping malls, and other public places. Also, identify those people who they can ask for help, such as uniformed law enforcement, security guards and store clerks with nametags.
Help your children learn to recognize and avoid potential risks, so that they can deal with them if they happen.
Teach your children that if anyone tries to grab them, they should make a scene and make every effort to get away by kicking, screaming, and resisting.
Childhood is full of rewards and potential risks. As babies become toddlers, they are more prone to bumps, bruises, falls, and distractions. As children grow into teenagers, they become increasingly independent and are more apt to explore, live life, and socialize with less family supervision.
Fortunately, potential risks children face throughout their lives can be lessened when parents and guardians teach safety concepts. While it may not be possible for parents and guardians to be with their children every minute of the day, they can spend time talking to them, setting appropriate limits, and helping them make good choices.
Just minutes of prevention can make a huge impact in the life of a child.
Take 25 minutes to talk to your children about safety.”
*Taken by Take 25, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children*
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
CORRECTION Chief's "Click it or Ticket" Campaign - News Release
**The correction is the penalty amount for children not being restrained properly which is $60.00.**
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 26, 2011 (12:25 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The statewide Chiefs’ Challenge, which emphasizes safety restraint enforcement, begins on May 1 and will run through the month of May 2011. The City of Takoma Park Police Department officers will focus on enforcement of the state’s seat belt laws as part of the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Officers will stand at various places throughout the City during the campaign in order to issue tickets to any person not wearing a seatbelt or who does not have their child properly restrained.
Citizens are reminded that the driver, front seat passenger, and all other occupants under the age of 16 must wear a seat belt or be restrained by a child safety seat. The penalty for this violation is $25.00. A child under the age of 8, less than 4’9” tall, and weighing less than 65 pounds should be secured in an approved child safety seat if the vehicle is registered in Maryland. The penalty for this violation is $60.00.
Takoma Park Police Chief, Ronald A. Ricucci, is hoping for less tickets this year because that means citizens are taking their safety, and that of their children, very seriously. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Click it or Ticket” is one of the most successful seat belt enforcement campaigns ever, helping to increase the national seatbelt usage rate.
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 26, 2011 (12:25 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The statewide Chiefs’ Challenge, which emphasizes safety restraint enforcement, begins on May 1 and will run through the month of May 2011. The City of Takoma Park Police Department officers will focus on enforcement of the state’s seat belt laws as part of the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Officers will stand at various places throughout the City during the campaign in order to issue tickets to any person not wearing a seatbelt or who does not have their child properly restrained.
Citizens are reminded that the driver, front seat passenger, and all other occupants under the age of 16 must wear a seat belt or be restrained by a child safety seat. The penalty for this violation is $25.00. A child under the age of 8, less than 4’9” tall, and weighing less than 65 pounds should be secured in an approved child safety seat if the vehicle is registered in Maryland. The penalty for this violation is $60.00.
Takoma Park Police Chief, Ronald A. Ricucci, is hoping for less tickets this year because that means citizens are taking their safety, and that of their children, very seriously. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Click it or Ticket” is one of the most successful seat belt enforcement campaigns ever, helping to increase the national seatbelt usage rate.
Chief's "Click it or Ticket" Campaign - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 26, 2011 (10:32 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The statewide Chiefs’ Challenge, which emphasizes safety restraint enforcement, begins on May 1 and will run through the month of May 2011. The City of Takoma Park Police Department officers will focus on enforcement of the state’s seat belt laws as part of the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Officers will stand at various places throughout the City during the campaign in order to issue tickets to any person not wearing a seatbelt or who does not have their child properly restrained.
Citizens are reminded that the driver, front seat passenger, and all other occupants under the age of 16 must wear a seat belt or be restrained by a child safety seat. The penalty for this violation is $25.00. A child under the age of 8, less than 4’9” tall, and weighing less than 65 pounds should be secured in an approved child safety seat if the vehicle is registered in Maryland. The penalty for this violation is $50.00.
Takoma Park Police Chief, Ronald A. Ricucci, is hoping for less tickets this year because that means citizens are taking their safety, and that of their children, very seriously. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Click it or Ticket” is one of the most successful seat belt enforcement campaigns ever, helping to increase the national seatbelt usage rate.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 26, 2011 (10:32 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The statewide Chiefs’ Challenge, which emphasizes safety restraint enforcement, begins on May 1 and will run through the month of May 2011. The City of Takoma Park Police Department officers will focus on enforcement of the state’s seat belt laws as part of the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Officers will stand at various places throughout the City during the campaign in order to issue tickets to any person not wearing a seatbelt or who does not have their child properly restrained.
Citizens are reminded that the driver, front seat passenger, and all other occupants under the age of 16 must wear a seat belt or be restrained by a child safety seat. The penalty for this violation is $25.00. A child under the age of 8, less than 4’9” tall, and weighing less than 65 pounds should be secured in an approved child safety seat if the vehicle is registered in Maryland. The penalty for this violation is $50.00.
Takoma Park Police Chief, Ronald A. Ricucci, is hoping for less tickets this year because that means citizens are taking their safety, and that of their children, very seriously. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Click it or Ticket” is one of the most successful seat belt enforcement campaigns ever, helping to increase the national seatbelt usage rate.
Takoma Park 5K Challenge and Street Closings – Community Advisory
On Sunday, May 1, 2011, the Takoma Park Safe Routes to School Program, in partnership with four area elementary schools, will hold the Takoma Park 5K Challenge Run and Walk: 1 Mile Fun Run and 1/4 Mile Youth Run. The race course includes Maple Avenue and Sligo Creek Parkway. From 7:50 am until 10:15 am, Maple Avenue from Philadelphia Avenue to Sligo Creek Parkway will be closed. Sligo Creek Parkway between Piney Branch Road and the Old Carroll Avenue bridge underpass will close at 8:00 a.m. instead of the usual Sunday closure at 9:00 a.m. Additionally, no parking will be allowed on Maple Avenue on the morning of the race. Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience and our appreciation for your cooperation. All are welcome to register for the race or come out to cheer the runners on! For additional information regarding the Takoma Park 5K Challenge visit www.TKPK5K.COM.
Lucy Nehr, Coordinator
City of Takoma Park Safe Routes to School
Lucy Nehr, Coordinator
City of Takoma Park Safe Routes to School
Monday, April 25, 2011
Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day in April - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 25, 2011 (9:45 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Takoma Park Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 30, 2011. This campaign gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your prescriptions to the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 1st floor lobby, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, on Saturday, April 30th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
Last September, Americans turned in over 242,000 pounds – 121 tons – of prescription drugs at nearly 4,100 sites operated by more than 3,000 of the DEA’s state and local law enforcement partners. The agency hopes to collect even more this spring by opening the event to long-term care facilities.
This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high – more Americans currently abuse prescription drugs than the number of those using cocaine, hallucinogens and heroin combined, according to the 2009 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.
“The overwhelming public response to DEA’s first nationwide Take-Back event last fall not only rid homes of potentially harmful prescription drugs, but was an unprecedented opportunity to educate everyone about the growing prescription drug abuse problem,” said DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart. “Studies have shown that, for many, prescription drugs are the very first drugs they abuse – and all too often they aren’t the last. That is why we are committed to helping Americans keep their homes safe by ridding their medicine cabinets of expired, unused and unwanted drugs.”
“I encourage every American to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to safely dispose of unused, un-needed, or expired prescription drugs,” said Gil Kerlikowkse, Director of National Drug Control Policy. “Preventing these readily available and potentially deadly drugs from being diverted and misused is something each and every one of us can do to help reduce the epidemic of prescription drug abuse that is harming so many Americans.”
The public can find a nearby collection site by visiting www.dea.gov, clicking on the “Got Drugs?” icon, and following the links to a database, where they enter their zip code.
Four days after last fall’s event, Congress passed the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances Act to allow an “ultimate user” of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by the Attorney General to accept them. The Act also allows the Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain instances. DEA has begun drafting regulations to implement the Act.
Other participants in this initiative include the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the American Association of Poison Control Centers; the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America; D.A.R.E. America; the Federation of State Medical Boards; the U. S. Health Resources and Services Administration; the International Association of Chiefs of Police; the National Association of Attorneys General; the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; the National District Attorneys Association; the National Sheriffs Association; and the Partnership@drugfree.org.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 25, 2011 (9:45 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Takoma Park Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 30, 2011. This campaign gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your prescriptions to the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 1st floor lobby, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, on Saturday, April 30th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
Last September, Americans turned in over 242,000 pounds – 121 tons – of prescription drugs at nearly 4,100 sites operated by more than 3,000 of the DEA’s state and local law enforcement partners. The agency hopes to collect even more this spring by opening the event to long-term care facilities.
This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high – more Americans currently abuse prescription drugs than the number of those using cocaine, hallucinogens and heroin combined, according to the 2009 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.
“The overwhelming public response to DEA’s first nationwide Take-Back event last fall not only rid homes of potentially harmful prescription drugs, but was an unprecedented opportunity to educate everyone about the growing prescription drug abuse problem,” said DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart. “Studies have shown that, for many, prescription drugs are the very first drugs they abuse – and all too often they aren’t the last. That is why we are committed to helping Americans keep their homes safe by ridding their medicine cabinets of expired, unused and unwanted drugs.”
“I encourage every American to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to safely dispose of unused, un-needed, or expired prescription drugs,” said Gil Kerlikowkse, Director of National Drug Control Policy. “Preventing these readily available and potentially deadly drugs from being diverted and misused is something each and every one of us can do to help reduce the epidemic of prescription drug abuse that is harming so many Americans.”
The public can find a nearby collection site by visiting www.dea.gov, clicking on the “Got Drugs?” icon, and following the links to a database, where they enter their zip code.
Four days after last fall’s event, Congress passed the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances Act to allow an “ultimate user” of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by the Attorney General to accept them. The Act also allows the Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain instances. DEA has begun drafting regulations to implement the Act.
Other participants in this initiative include the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the American Association of Poison Control Centers; the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America; D.A.R.E. America; the Federation of State Medical Boards; the U. S. Health Resources and Services Administration; the International Association of Chiefs of Police; the National Association of Attorneys General; the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; the National District Attorneys Association; the National Sheriffs Association; and the Partnership@drugfree.org.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Community Outreach Program-Community Advisory
Chief Ricucci is pleased to announce the new Community Outreach Program (C.O.P.) provided by the City of Takoma Park Police Department. The new program is currently in its “pilot” phase, during which members and residents will be introduced to it and new activities/sub-programs will be integrated into the community. Chief Ricucci has approved C.O.P. and has appointed one officer of the police department to have the responsibility of integrating the program into the community and ensuring the success of it, in hopes that it will become a permanent resource for all members and residents.
The mission of C.O.P. is to strengthen the relationship and improve communication between the police department and members of the community. In doing so, a continuous interaction and an exchange of information between the two entities would occur. This continuous interaction would, in turn, provide knowledge to officers on how to be more effective in their proactive police work and interaction with the residents as well as improve members’ qualities of life by educating you about crime, victimization, how to reduce the chances of becoming a victim, and what the current crime trends are within the city. The program will allow residents to address any issues or concerns you have within your specific neighborhoods, allowing this agency to assess those concerns and attack them by the most practical way possible. It will also allow institutions (such as schools, recreation departments, etc.) within the city to do the same and have the same assistance offered to you by the police department. C.O.P. will not only strengthen the relationship between the police department and members, but will also allow residents and members, alike, to create relationships with each other so everyone in the community will be equally informed.
In order to successfully integrate C.O.P. into the community, the police department needs and strongly encourages all members of the city to participate in the sub-programs that will be provided by C.O.P. and to also utilize the program as a resource for any community needs in which members believe the police department can be of assistance. Within these coming months, meetings with heads and directors of specific institutions of the community will be held. During these meetings, discussions will occur about how the police department, more specifically C.O.P., can provide guidance and assistance to the staff, employees, and those that attend/use those institutions.
In addition to the meetings, a seminar will be held within the coming weeks, during which information will be provided specifically to those who live in the city on the programs offered (Neighborhood Watch, Citizens on Patrol, etc) and during which interested participants can sign up for the programs. Once groups of residents are created based on their specific neighborhoods, monthly meetings will be held with each specific group to discuss any information the police department would like to pass along and any concerns that residents would like to address. Another letter will be sent out in the near future addressing, in detail, the seminar and residential meetings.
There is plenty that C.O.P. has to offer to the citizens of Takoma Park, and it is too much to put down on paper. All members of the community are strongly encouraged to attend the upcoming seminar, during which all information about the program will be provided. In the meanwhile, members are more than welcome to send an email to me if there is anything specific about which you would like to inquire. You are also welcome to pass this information along to other members of the community who you believe may not have received this. I am eager to implement all that this program has to offer and to meet with all the members of the community who have been eager for a program like C.O.P. to be integrated into the community.
Officer Carla Magnaye / ID 8396
Community Outreach Program
Takoma Park Police Department
7500 Maple Avenue / Takoma Park, MD
(Phone) 301.891.7121
(Email) carlam@takomagov.org
The mission of C.O.P. is to strengthen the relationship and improve communication between the police department and members of the community. In doing so, a continuous interaction and an exchange of information between the two entities would occur. This continuous interaction would, in turn, provide knowledge to officers on how to be more effective in their proactive police work and interaction with the residents as well as improve members’ qualities of life by educating you about crime, victimization, how to reduce the chances of becoming a victim, and what the current crime trends are within the city. The program will allow residents to address any issues or concerns you have within your specific neighborhoods, allowing this agency to assess those concerns and attack them by the most practical way possible. It will also allow institutions (such as schools, recreation departments, etc.) within the city to do the same and have the same assistance offered to you by the police department. C.O.P. will not only strengthen the relationship between the police department and members, but will also allow residents and members, alike, to create relationships with each other so everyone in the community will be equally informed.
In order to successfully integrate C.O.P. into the community, the police department needs and strongly encourages all members of the city to participate in the sub-programs that will be provided by C.O.P. and to also utilize the program as a resource for any community needs in which members believe the police department can be of assistance. Within these coming months, meetings with heads and directors of specific institutions of the community will be held. During these meetings, discussions will occur about how the police department, more specifically C.O.P., can provide guidance and assistance to the staff, employees, and those that attend/use those institutions.
In addition to the meetings, a seminar will be held within the coming weeks, during which information will be provided specifically to those who live in the city on the programs offered (Neighborhood Watch, Citizens on Patrol, etc) and during which interested participants can sign up for the programs. Once groups of residents are created based on their specific neighborhoods, monthly meetings will be held with each specific group to discuss any information the police department would like to pass along and any concerns that residents would like to address. Another letter will be sent out in the near future addressing, in detail, the seminar and residential meetings.
There is plenty that C.O.P. has to offer to the citizens of Takoma Park, and it is too much to put down on paper. All members of the community are strongly encouraged to attend the upcoming seminar, during which all information about the program will be provided. In the meanwhile, members are more than welcome to send an email to me if there is anything specific about which you would like to inquire. You are also welcome to pass this information along to other members of the community who you believe may not have received this. I am eager to implement all that this program has to offer and to meet with all the members of the community who have been eager for a program like C.O.P. to be integrated into the community.
Officer Carla Magnaye / ID 8396
Community Outreach Program
Takoma Park Police Department
7500 Maple Avenue / Takoma Park, MD
(Phone) 301.891.7121
(Email) carlam@takomagov.org
Copper Thefts-Community Advisory
On Monday, April 18th, 2011 at approximately 6:53 p.m., Takoma Park Police officers responded to the 7400 block of Wildwood Drive for a theft of copper gutters. The victim advised that she had been away from her residence for several days and upon returning she discovered two copper gutter pipes had been disconnected and removed from the house.
The City of Takoma Park as well as the rest of Montgomery County has experienced an increase in copper being stolen. Since commodity prices for copper have more than doubled in the past two years, the theft of copper from telephone lines, electrical substations, highway infrastructure, and residential homes has grown exponentially. The City of Takoma Park is not immune to this national trend. The department would like to remind our residents to report any suspicious activity immediately to the resources listed below.
Investigation continues under case #11018374. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
The City of Takoma Park as well as the rest of Montgomery County has experienced an increase in copper being stolen. Since commodity prices for copper have more than doubled in the past two years, the theft of copper from telephone lines, electrical substations, highway infrastructure, and residential homes has grown exponentially. The City of Takoma Park is not immune to this national trend. The department would like to remind our residents to report any suspicious activity immediately to the resources listed below.
Investigation continues under case #11018374. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Community Advisory-Residential Burglary
On April 18th, 2011 at approximately 6:30 p.m., Takoma Park Police officers responded to the 200 block of Ethan Allen Avenue for a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) kicked in a side door to make entry. Property was removed from the residence. A neighborhood canvas was conducted with negative results.
Investigation continues under case #11018373. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Investigation continues under case #11018373. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Armed Robbery-Community Advisory
On April 17th, 2011 at 11:02 p.m., Takoma Park Police officers responded to the 7400 block of Carroll Avenue, for the report of an armed robbery in progress. Upon the officers arrival, the victim stated that he was walking on the sidewalk when he was struck in the head with a blunt hard object from behind. The suspects attempted to remove property from his pockets. The suspects then fled the scene running southbound on Carroll Avenue. The suspects are described as two black males, between the ages of 17 and 20.
Investigation continues under case #11018217. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Investigation continues under case #11018217. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Road Closure-New Release
Due to storm damage, there is a tree down across the roadway adjacent to 7222 Flower Avenue. The tree has damaged the power lines and PEPCO is on scene. The city arborist and public director have been notified to remove the tree from the roadway. Pending it's removal traffic is being detoured on Flower Avenue south to Jackson Avenue. Traffic north on Flower Avenue will be redirected to Garland Avenue or Sligo Creek Parkway. Fire Rescue has been notified of the road closure. At this time the time frame for re-opening the roadway is unknown.
Friday, April 15, 2011
Suspect pleads guilty for 2nd Degree Assault- News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Acting Public Information Officer (PIO)
Andrew Gucciardo, 301/891.7130 or 240/328.4835
April 15, 2011 (4:00 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci from the Takoma Park Police Department announces that Oritseweyi Ayu 29, plead guilty to second degree assault and received a sentence of five years suspended, six months of incarceration, three years of supervised probation, 104 weeks of alcohol treatment five times a week, and psychiatric treatment.
On October 9, 2010 units from Takoma Park Police responded to the 7600 block of Takoma Avenue, Takoma Park, Montgomery County, Maryland (Montgomery College) for the report of a male suspect who assaulted a female victim that was sitting in the school's library. Upon arrival to the college the victim was identified and informed officers that the suspect was walking around the area where her and a friend were sitting. When her friend exited the library the suspect walked behind the victim and assaulted her. The suspect fled the scene. Through investigation Oritseweyi Ayu was developed as the suspect and subsequently arrested.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Acting Public Information Officer (PIO)
Andrew Gucciardo, 301/891.7130 or 240/328.4835
April 15, 2011 (4:00 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci from the Takoma Park Police Department announces that Oritseweyi Ayu 29, plead guilty to second degree assault and received a sentence of five years suspended, six months of incarceration, three years of supervised probation, 104 weeks of alcohol treatment five times a week, and psychiatric treatment.
On October 9, 2010 units from Takoma Park Police responded to the 7600 block of Takoma Avenue, Takoma Park, Montgomery County, Maryland (Montgomery College) for the report of a male suspect who assaulted a female victim that was sitting in the school's library. Upon arrival to the college the victim was identified and informed officers that the suspect was walking around the area where her and a friend were sitting. When her friend exited the library the suspect walked behind the victim and assaulted her. The suspect fled the scene. Through investigation Oritseweyi Ayu was developed as the suspect and subsequently arrested.
Residential Burglary-Community Advisory
On Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 7:03 p.m. in the 7300 block of Maple Avenue units responded for a residential burglary that occurred earlier. Investigation revealed that sometime between 10:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. the suspect(s) entered the home through an unlocked rear door and stole several items from an upstairs bedroom. It should be noted that the homeowner had contractors working on the house during the time of the incident.
Investigation continues under case #11017672. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Investigation continues under case #11017672. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 4/8/11 - 4/14/11
T1 Beat:
Burglary-Residential
6500 blk of Eastern Ave., on Monday, April 11 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) pried open a storm door to gain entry into the residence and stole property.
Larceny- From Auto
300 blk of Elm Ave., on Friday, April 8 at 10:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 9 at 8:30 a.m., unknown suspect(s) entered and unlocked vehicle and stole property.
7300 blk of Willow Ave., between Thursday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 8:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke the vehicle window and stole property.
6600 blk of Westmoreland Ave., between Thursday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 6:30 a.m., unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle through an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
7300 blk of Takoma Ave., between Thursday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 8:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke vehicle window and stole property.
Intersection of Tulip Ave. and Cedar Ave., between Thursday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 8:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke vehicle window and stole property.
Larceny
200 blk of Park Ave., between Friday, April 8 at 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, at 11:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole the front license plate tag from a vehicle.
6900 blk of Westmoreland Ave., between Saturday, April 9 at 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 10 at 10:30 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole mail out of a resident’s mailbox.
Auto Theft
6400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., between Wednesday, April 13 at 5:00 p.m. and Thursday, April 14 at 5:40 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole two Dodge Caravans by unknown means from a business parking lot. One of the vehicles was recovered unoccupied with a punched ignition.
T2 Beat:
Larceny
7500 blk of Maple Ave., on Friday, April 8 at 4:10 p.m., officers responded for a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole property from the victim while it was left unattended in a public area.
Auto Theft
7600 blk of Maple Ave., between Friday, April 8 at 11:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 9 at 4:52 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a green 1999 Infiniti I30 by unknown means from a parking lot.
T3 Beat:
Burglary-Commercial
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Tuesday, April 12 at 7:05 a.m., known suspects entered a hotel room and removed property.
Larceny
400 blk of Belford Pl., between Sunday, April 10 at 5:30 p.m. and Monday, April 11 at 3:15 p.m., unknown suspect(s) removed from front and rear license tags from a vehicle while parked in the street.
7500 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Monday, April 11 at 9:36 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Two unknown suspects entered a business pretending to be contractors. They entered an office and stole property before leaving.
Auto Theft
7300 blk of New Hampshire Ave., between Monday, April 11 at 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, April 12 at 10:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a white 1998 Acura Integra by unknown means from a parking lot.
8100 blk of Lockney Ave., on Sunday, April 10 between 1:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a white 1997 Dodge Caravan by unknown means while parked in the street.
Arrests:
1100 blk of University Ave., Tuesday, April 12 at 8:54 p.m., a male 47 was arrested for having an open warrant for trespassing through Montgomery County.
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Tuesday, April 12 at 5:20 a.m., a male 40 was arrested for possession of cocaine.
Intersection of Cedar Ave. and Philadelphia Ave., on Monday, April 11 at 4:11 a.m., a male 22 was arrested for an open warrant on alcohol charges through Montgomery County.
800 blk of Jackson Ave., on Sunday, April 10 at 7:25 p.m., a male 21 was arrested for having an open warrant through Montgomery County.
Carroll Ave. and Merrimac Ave., on Sunday, April 4 at 12:50 a.m., a male 38 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Burglary-Residential
6500 blk of Eastern Ave., on Monday, April 11 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) pried open a storm door to gain entry into the residence and stole property.
Larceny- From Auto
300 blk of Elm Ave., on Friday, April 8 at 10:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 9 at 8:30 a.m., unknown suspect(s) entered and unlocked vehicle and stole property.
7300 blk of Willow Ave., between Thursday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 8:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke the vehicle window and stole property.
6600 blk of Westmoreland Ave., between Thursday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 6:30 a.m., unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle through an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
7300 blk of Takoma Ave., between Thursday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 8:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke vehicle window and stole property.
Intersection of Tulip Ave. and Cedar Ave., between Thursday, April 7 at 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 8 at 8:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke vehicle window and stole property.
Larceny
200 blk of Park Ave., between Friday, April 8 at 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, at 11:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole the front license plate tag from a vehicle.
6900 blk of Westmoreland Ave., between Saturday, April 9 at 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 10 at 10:30 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole mail out of a resident’s mailbox.
Auto Theft
6400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., between Wednesday, April 13 at 5:00 p.m. and Thursday, April 14 at 5:40 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole two Dodge Caravans by unknown means from a business parking lot. One of the vehicles was recovered unoccupied with a punched ignition.
T2 Beat:
Larceny
7500 blk of Maple Ave., on Friday, April 8 at 4:10 p.m., officers responded for a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole property from the victim while it was left unattended in a public area.
Auto Theft
7600 blk of Maple Ave., between Friday, April 8 at 11:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 9 at 4:52 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a green 1999 Infiniti I30 by unknown means from a parking lot.
T3 Beat:
Burglary-Commercial
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Tuesday, April 12 at 7:05 a.m., known suspects entered a hotel room and removed property.
Larceny
400 blk of Belford Pl., between Sunday, April 10 at 5:30 p.m. and Monday, April 11 at 3:15 p.m., unknown suspect(s) removed from front and rear license tags from a vehicle while parked in the street.
7500 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Monday, April 11 at 9:36 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Two unknown suspects entered a business pretending to be contractors. They entered an office and stole property before leaving.
Auto Theft
7300 blk of New Hampshire Ave., between Monday, April 11 at 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday, April 12 at 10:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a white 1998 Acura Integra by unknown means from a parking lot.
8100 blk of Lockney Ave., on Sunday, April 10 between 1:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a white 1997 Dodge Caravan by unknown means while parked in the street.
Arrests:
1100 blk of University Ave., Tuesday, April 12 at 8:54 p.m., a male 47 was arrested for having an open warrant for trespassing through Montgomery County.
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Tuesday, April 12 at 5:20 a.m., a male 40 was arrested for possession of cocaine.
Intersection of Cedar Ave. and Philadelphia Ave., on Monday, April 11 at 4:11 a.m., a male 22 was arrested for an open warrant on alcohol charges through Montgomery County.
800 blk of Jackson Ave., on Sunday, April 10 at 7:25 p.m., a male 21 was arrested for having an open warrant through Montgomery County.
Carroll Ave. and Merrimac Ave., on Sunday, April 4 at 12:50 a.m., a male 38 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Stolen Auto - Community Advisory
On April 14, 2011, a Takoma Park Police Officer responded to the 6400 block of New Hampshire Avenue for reports of a suspicious, unoccupied vehicle. Through investigation it was revealed that the vehicle, a Dodge Caravan with Maryland tags, had a punched ignition and the driver’s side door was unlocked. An attempt to locate the owner was unsuccessful so the vehicle was impounded for safe-keeping. At approximately 11:32 a.m., Takoma Park Police were notified that two Dodge Caravans had been stolen some time between April 13, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. and April 14, 2011, at 5:40 a.m.; one was the vehicle that had just been impounded. The outstanding, stolen vehicle is a 1997 purple Dodge Caravan with Maryland tag #36102M6. Both vehicles are owned by the same victim.
The outstanding vehicle has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) stolen vehicle database. Investigation continues under case #11017553. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
The outstanding vehicle has been entered into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) stolen vehicle database. Investigation continues under case #11017553. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Takoma Park 5K Challenge and Street Closings – Community Advisory
On Sunday, May 1, 2011, the Takoma Park Safe Routes to School Program, in partnership with four area elementary schools, will hold the Takoma Park 5K Challenge Run and Walk: 1 Mile Fun Run and 1/4 Mile Youth Run. The race course includes Maple Avenue and Sligo Creek Parkway. From 7:50 am until 10:15 am, Maple Avenue from Philadelphia Avenue to Sligo Creek Parkway will be closed. Sligo Creek Parkway between Piney Branch Road and the Old Carroll Avenue bridge underpass will close at 8:00 a.m. instead of the usual Sunday closure at 9:00 a.m. Additionally, no parking will be allowed on Maple Avenue on the morning of the race. Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience and our appreciation for your cooperation. All are welcome to register for the race or come out to cheer the runners on! For additional information regarding the Takoma Park 5K Challenge visit www.TKPK5K.COM.
Lucy Nehr, Coordinator
City of Takoma Park Safe Routes to School
Lucy Nehr, Coordinator
City of Takoma Park Safe Routes to School
Wednesday, April 13, 2011
Sex Offender Registry - Community Advisory
SEX OFFENDER REGISTRY INSTRUCTIONS
To access the Sex Offender Registry go to:
www.socem.info
The Maryland State Sex Offender Registry website offers several methods of searching for registered sex offenders, including a mapping system to find offenders within a specified distance from any address. Offender information, including a photograph and address is posted on the website.
The National Sex Offender Registry website can be reached at:
www.nsopr.gov
Maryland Sex Offender Alert Line – 1-866-559-8017
Register your phone number and zip code and you will receive an automated notification call when an offender moves into your zip code.
www.alertxpress.com
Register on the web to be notified by e-mail, telephone or fax when a registered sex offender moves into your zip code area. From the web site, click on “MD” and follow instructions for registration.
To access the Sex Offender Registry go to:
www.socem.info
The Maryland State Sex Offender Registry website offers several methods of searching for registered sex offenders, including a mapping system to find offenders within a specified distance from any address. Offender information, including a photograph and address is posted on the website.
The National Sex Offender Registry website can be reached at:
www.nsopr.gov
Maryland Sex Offender Alert Line – 1-866-559-8017
Register your phone number and zip code and you will receive an automated notification call when an offender moves into your zip code.
www.alertxpress.com
Register on the web to be notified by e-mail, telephone or fax when a registered sex offender moves into your zip code area. From the web site, click on “MD” and follow instructions for registration.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Attempt Theft of ATM - Community Advisory
On April 7, 2011, unknown suspect(s) tampered with the outside of an ATM at the Bank of America located at 6950 Carroll Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. The incident occurred some time between April 7, 2011 at 6:00 p.m. and April 8, 2011, at 9:00 a.m. If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact Det. Demuth of the Takoma Park Police Department at 301.891.7116 and reference case #11016548.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
**The photograph attached is what the Bank of America ATM looks like; it is not the actual ATM.**
Facebook Application – A Burglar’s Guide – Community Information
It turns out people who would never leave a message on their answering machine that they were away on vacation until a certain date for fear of getting robbed are doing just that on their Facebook page.
According to Robert Siciliano (a personal security expert), the bad guy is on to the fact that all they have to do is check the Facebook pages of a household they want to hit to find out when they will all be out of town.
According to Siciliano, in Nashua, NH, police busted a bunch of burglars who searched Facebook to gather intelligence on which houses would be empty.
Nashua cops said they recovered between $100,000 and $200,000 worth of stolen property as a result of an investigation and that the small city had 50 home burglaries in one month alone. “Be careful of what you post on these social networking sites,” police advise.
“We know for a fact that some of these players, some of these criminals, were looking on these sites and identifying their targets through these social networking sites.”
“Protecting yourself is real simple,” Siciliano says. “Be cautious about what you post on social media and consider an investment in a home security system.”
According to Robert Siciliano (a personal security expert), the bad guy is on to the fact that all they have to do is check the Facebook pages of a household they want to hit to find out when they will all be out of town.
According to Siciliano, in Nashua, NH, police busted a bunch of burglars who searched Facebook to gather intelligence on which houses would be empty.
Nashua cops said they recovered between $100,000 and $200,000 worth of stolen property as a result of an investigation and that the small city had 50 home burglaries in one month alone. “Be careful of what you post on these social networking sites,” police advise.
“We know for a fact that some of these players, some of these criminals, were looking on these sites and identifying their targets through these social networking sites.”
“Protecting yourself is real simple,” Siciliano says. “Be cautious about what you post on social media and consider an investment in a home security system.”
Chief's "Click it or Ticket" Campaign - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 12, 2011 (11:25 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The statewide Chiefs’ Challenge, which emphasizes safety restraint enforcement, begins on May 1 and will run through the month of May 2011. The City of Takoma Park Police Department officers will focus on enforcement of the state’s seat belt laws as part of the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Officers will stand at various places throughout the City during the campaign in order to issue tickets to any person not wearing a seatbelt or who does not have their child properly restrained.
Citizens are reminded that the driver, front seat passenger, and all other occupants under the age of 16 must wear a seat belt or be restrained by a child safety seat. The penalty for this violation is $25.00. A child under the age of 8, less than 4’9” tall, and weighing less than 65 pounds should be secured in an approved child safety seat if the vehicle is registered in Maryland. The penalty for this violation is $50.00.
Takoma Park Police Chief, Ronald A. Ricucci, is hoping for less tickets this year because that means citizens are taking their safety, and that of their children, very seriously. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Click it or Ticket” is one of the most successful seat belt enforcement campaigns ever, helping to increase the national seatbelt usage rate.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
• 7500 Maple Avenue • Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 12, 2011 (11:25 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The statewide Chiefs’ Challenge, which emphasizes safety restraint enforcement, begins on May 1 and will run through the month of May 2011. The City of Takoma Park Police Department officers will focus on enforcement of the state’s seat belt laws as part of the nationwide “Click It or Ticket” campaign. Officers will stand at various places throughout the City during the campaign in order to issue tickets to any person not wearing a seatbelt or who does not have their child properly restrained.
Citizens are reminded that the driver, front seat passenger, and all other occupants under the age of 16 must wear a seat belt or be restrained by a child safety seat. The penalty for this violation is $25.00. A child under the age of 8, less than 4’9” tall, and weighing less than 65 pounds should be secured in an approved child safety seat if the vehicle is registered in Maryland. The penalty for this violation is $50.00.
Takoma Park Police Chief, Ronald A. Ricucci, is hoping for less tickets this year because that means citizens are taking their safety, and that of their children, very seriously. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Click it or Ticket” is one of the most successful seat belt enforcement campaigns ever, helping to increase the national seatbelt usage rate.
Residential Burglary - Community Advisory
On April 11, 2011, at approximately 6:23 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 6500 block of Eastern Avenue for reports of a residential burglary that had occurred earlier between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The victim returned home to find the storm door and main door forced open by unknown means. Property was taken. A K-9 track was conducted with negative results.
Investigation continues under case #11017130. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Investigation continues under case #11017130. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Monday, April 11, 2011
To All Retirees of the Takoma Park Police Department:
You may now visit the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 3rd Floor, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, to receive a new ID Card. Please bring with you identification showing you were a member of the Department. You will also need to be able to tell the IT person your blood type.
Beginning Thursday, April 14th, the following are the dates and times you can get your ID card:
Thursdays between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m
and
Fridays between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
If you have any questions, please contact Chief Ronald Ricucci at 301.891.7104 or Capt. Edward Coursey at 301.891.7105.
Thank you.
Beginning Thursday, April 14th, the following are the dates and times you can get your ID card:
Thursdays between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m
and
Fridays between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
If you have any questions, please contact Chief Ronald Ricucci at 301.891.7104 or Capt. Edward Coursey at 301.891.7105.
Thank you.
Friday, April 8, 2011
Arrest Made for Strong Arm Robbery – Community Advisory
On April 8, 2011, at approximately 5:20 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the area of the unit block of Walnut Avenue at Westmoreland Avenue for the report of a strong arm robbery that had just occurred. At the scene, it was revealed that the robbery occurred at the Takoma Park Metro Station as the victim was walking home. Officers from the Metropolitan Transit Police were in the area searching for the suspect, who was last seen fleeing on foot from the victim near Eastern Avenue and Walnut Avenue. The area was searched by Takoma Park Police uniformed officers, plainclothes detectives, a K-9 Officer and the Metropolitan Transit Police Officers. A subject matching the description that was broadcast by the Takoma Park Police Communications Dispatchers was spotted walking in the gassy area beside a residence in the unit block of Elm Avenue. Contact was made with the subject who attempted to flee on foot without success. Investigation revealed that the subject was the person who committed the robbery. The subject was identified as a 15-year old male juvenile from Washington, D.C. Search incident to arrest revealed the juvenile was still in possession of the victim’s cell phone. Metropolitan Transit Police took custody of the juvenile and he will be charged accordingly.
Great job by officers of the Metropolitan Transit Police Department and Takoma Park Police Department for their quick collaborative apprehension of the juvenile, as well as to the Takoma Park Police Communications Dispatchers for their outstanding and efficient broadcast of the outstanding suspect.
Chief Ricucci praises the continuing working relationship of the multi-jurisdictions and says it is another example of various agencies working together to better serve the community.
Great job by officers of the Metropolitan Transit Police Department and Takoma Park Police Department for their quick collaborative apprehension of the juvenile, as well as to the Takoma Park Police Communications Dispatchers for their outstanding and efficient broadcast of the outstanding suspect.
Chief Ricucci praises the continuing working relationship of the multi-jurisdictions and says it is another example of various agencies working together to better serve the community.
Theft from Autos - Community Advisory
Sometime during the evening of Thursday, April 7, 2011, and the morning of Friday, April 8, 2011, there were five theft from autos reported that occurred at the following locations:
7300 block of Cedar Avenue (2)
7300 block of Takoma Avenue
7300 block of Willow Avenue
6600 block of Westmoreland Avenue
There was a sixth theft from auto that was discovered after the victims’ arrived at their place of business. They will be reporting their theft later today.
Property taken included GPS devices, a radio, wallet, a purse and money. The purse was recovered by Metropolitan Police Department. One of the victim's credit cards was used.
The method of entry in each was smashing out the front passenger side window and grabbing items in plain view.
There is no suspect information at this time. Anyone with information about these crimes is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Below are safety tips to take into consideration:
If you leave valuables in your vehicle, will they be there when you return? If they can see it, they can steal it. So, secure it!
Theft from auto can occur at any time, from any vehicle. Often, valuables left in a car are taken during the night, but daytime thefts can occur on busy streets, with nobody reporting any suspicious behavior.
What Property Is Stolen? The following items, although not all-inclusive, should be taken into your home, or you risk them being taken by thieves: cellular phones, money, purse, wallet, briefcases, CDs, iPods, portable GPS systems, laptop computers and sports equipment. Auto parts are also taken, including a vehicle’s license plate.
How? Method of entry varies too. Unlocked cars with valuables in easy reach are as common as a window or door lock broken to gain entry.
Deterrents:
Vehicle Theft: Many auto parts stores sell steering wheel locks which are inexpensive; these are a major deterrent to vehicle theft.
For License Plate Theft: a unique screw, which requires a special tool to release the license plate, is available from auto parts stores. The cost can be as low as $4.
What you can do:
Lock doors and close windows completely.
Remove valuables from the vehicle or lock them in the trunk where they are out of sight.
Do not leave electronic devices or accessories visible. (A cigarette lighter plug or cassette adapter are tell-tale signs of valuables in the car. Replace the lighter when exiting the vehicle.)
Do not leave money in the car.
Park in your garage, if you have one, or in a well-lit area.
Install "tapered" door lock or an anti-theft device that has a visible indicator.
Aid to Recovery: Some valuables can't be taken out of the vehicle, such as a stereo or speakers. When installing custom sound equipment, record the serial numbers and/or engrave your driver's license on the items before installation. If stolen, those numbers could make a difference in locating and recovering the property, and prosecuting the thieves.
7300 block of Cedar Avenue (2)
7300 block of Takoma Avenue
7300 block of Willow Avenue
6600 block of Westmoreland Avenue
There was a sixth theft from auto that was discovered after the victims’ arrived at their place of business. They will be reporting their theft later today.
Property taken included GPS devices, a radio, wallet, a purse and money. The purse was recovered by Metropolitan Police Department. One of the victim's credit cards was used.
The method of entry in each was smashing out the front passenger side window and grabbing items in plain view.
There is no suspect information at this time. Anyone with information about these crimes is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Below are safety tips to take into consideration:
If you leave valuables in your vehicle, will they be there when you return? If they can see it, they can steal it. So, secure it!
Theft from auto can occur at any time, from any vehicle. Often, valuables left in a car are taken during the night, but daytime thefts can occur on busy streets, with nobody reporting any suspicious behavior.
What Property Is Stolen? The following items, although not all-inclusive, should be taken into your home, or you risk them being taken by thieves: cellular phones, money, purse, wallet, briefcases, CDs, iPods, portable GPS systems, laptop computers and sports equipment. Auto parts are also taken, including a vehicle’s license plate.
How? Method of entry varies too. Unlocked cars with valuables in easy reach are as common as a window or door lock broken to gain entry.
Deterrents:
Vehicle Theft: Many auto parts stores sell steering wheel locks which are inexpensive; these are a major deterrent to vehicle theft.
For License Plate Theft: a unique screw, which requires a special tool to release the license plate, is available from auto parts stores. The cost can be as low as $4.
What you can do:
Lock doors and close windows completely.
Remove valuables from the vehicle or lock them in the trunk where they are out of sight.
Do not leave electronic devices or accessories visible. (A cigarette lighter plug or cassette adapter are tell-tale signs of valuables in the car. Replace the lighter when exiting the vehicle.)
Do not leave money in the car.
Park in your garage, if you have one, or in a well-lit area.
Install "tapered" door lock or an anti-theft device that has a visible indicator.
Aid to Recovery: Some valuables can't be taken out of the vehicle, such as a stereo or speakers. When installing custom sound equipment, record the serial numbers and/or engrave your driver's license on the items before installation. If stolen, those numbers could make a difference in locating and recovering the property, and prosecuting the thieves.
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 4/1/11 - 4/6/11
T1 Beat:
Larceny-From Auto
900 blk of University Blvd., between March 31 at 9:00 p.m. and Friday, April 1 at 9:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke a right rear vehicle window and stole property.
6400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, April 1 at 7:14 a.m., unknown suspect(s) pulled into a gas station parking lot alongside the victim’s car. Suspect 1 exited and opened the victims unlocked car door and stole the victim’s purse before fleeing.
Larceny
7400 blk of Piney Branch Rd., between Friday, April 1 at 12:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 2 at 8:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) cut a metal chain securing a racoon trap and fled with both items.
7600 blk of Fenton St., on Monday, April 4 at 2:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a female victim’s backpack when it was left unattended.
Auto Theft
6500 blk of Cockerville Ave., between Saturday, April 2 at 11:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 3 at 1:00 p.m., a maroon 1994 Honda Accord was stolen by unknown means from a driveway.
T2 Beat:
Burglary-Residential
7600 blk of Maple Ave., on Wednesday, April 6 at 10:47 a.m., three unknown suspect(s) entered an apartment by unknown means while it was occupied, stole property, and fled after the residents awoke and scared the suspects away.
7500 blk of Maple Ave., on Friday, April 1 between 8:15 a.m. and 6:20 p.m., unknown suspect(s) made entry into an apartment by unknown means and stole property.
Auto Theft
100 blk of Lee Ave., on Saturday, April 2 between 12:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) used unknown means to steal a gray 2003 Dodge Intrepid from a parking lot.
T3 Beat:
Robbery
1000 blk of University Blvd., on Wednesday, April 6 at 8:00 a.m., two unknown male suspects entered the business both armed with handguns. They forced the clerk to hand over money and then fled the business on foot.
Larceny
1100 blk of University Ave., on Monday, April 4 at 7:29 p.m., two male suspects asked a male victim to see money he had just withdrawn from an ATM. The victim handed the envelope to the suspects. The suspects gave the envelope back to the victim empty and fled the scene.
7600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, April 1 at 3:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) removed the female victim’s wallet from an open, unattended purse while the victim shopped.
Arrests:
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, April 3 at 2:05 a.m., a male 22 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
7500 blk of Maple Ave., on Sunday, April 3 at 12:30 a.m., a male 18 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
6800 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, April 2 at 3:20 a.m., a male 41 was arrested for disorderly conduct.
7700 blk of Greenwood Ave., on Friday, April 1 at 11:18 p.m., two females 48 and 21 were arrested for burglary and trespassing.
6900 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Thursday, April 7 at 9:00 a.m., a male 69 was arrested for possession of heroin.
7600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, April 2 at 5:52 p.m., a male 29 was arrested for theft.
7600 blk of Carroll Ave., on Monday, April 4, at 5:23 p.m., a male 23 was arrested for having an open warrant through Montgomery County.
900 blk of East West Hwy., on Monday, April 4 at 1:22 p.m., a male 38 was arrested for having an open warrant through the District of Columbia.
8200 blk of Roanoke Ave., on Monday, April 4 at 2:30 p.m., a male 21 was arrested for having an open warrant.
6300 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Monday, April 4 at 2:20, a male 54 was arrested for having open warrants through Montgomery County and Metro Transit Police.
7600 blk of Flower Ave., on Monday, April 4 at 6:28 p.m., a male 35 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, April 3 at 2:45 a.m., two males 22 and 21 were arrested for possession of marijuana and driving without a license.
7300 blk of Maple Ave., on Thursday, April 7 at 1:13 p.m., a male 41 was arrested for having an open warrant for driving under suspension.
Larceny-From Auto
900 blk of University Blvd., between March 31 at 9:00 p.m. and Friday, April 1 at 9:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) broke a right rear vehicle window and stole property.
6400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, April 1 at 7:14 a.m., unknown suspect(s) pulled into a gas station parking lot alongside the victim’s car. Suspect 1 exited and opened the victims unlocked car door and stole the victim’s purse before fleeing.
Larceny
7400 blk of Piney Branch Rd., between Friday, April 1 at 12:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 2 at 8:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) cut a metal chain securing a racoon trap and fled with both items.
7600 blk of Fenton St., on Monday, April 4 at 2:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) stole a female victim’s backpack when it was left unattended.
Auto Theft
6500 blk of Cockerville Ave., between Saturday, April 2 at 11:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 3 at 1:00 p.m., a maroon 1994 Honda Accord was stolen by unknown means from a driveway.
T2 Beat:
Burglary-Residential
7600 blk of Maple Ave., on Wednesday, April 6 at 10:47 a.m., three unknown suspect(s) entered an apartment by unknown means while it was occupied, stole property, and fled after the residents awoke and scared the suspects away.
7500 blk of Maple Ave., on Friday, April 1 between 8:15 a.m. and 6:20 p.m., unknown suspect(s) made entry into an apartment by unknown means and stole property.
Auto Theft
100 blk of Lee Ave., on Saturday, April 2 between 12:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., unknown suspect(s) used unknown means to steal a gray 2003 Dodge Intrepid from a parking lot.
T3 Beat:
Robbery
1000 blk of University Blvd., on Wednesday, April 6 at 8:00 a.m., two unknown male suspects entered the business both armed with handguns. They forced the clerk to hand over money and then fled the business on foot.
Larceny
1100 blk of University Ave., on Monday, April 4 at 7:29 p.m., two male suspects asked a male victim to see money he had just withdrawn from an ATM. The victim handed the envelope to the suspects. The suspects gave the envelope back to the victim empty and fled the scene.
7600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, April 1 at 3:00 p.m., unknown suspect(s) removed the female victim’s wallet from an open, unattended purse while the victim shopped.
Arrests:
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, April 3 at 2:05 a.m., a male 22 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
7500 blk of Maple Ave., on Sunday, April 3 at 12:30 a.m., a male 18 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
6800 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, April 2 at 3:20 a.m., a male 41 was arrested for disorderly conduct.
7700 blk of Greenwood Ave., on Friday, April 1 at 11:18 p.m., two females 48 and 21 were arrested for burglary and trespassing.
6900 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Thursday, April 7 at 9:00 a.m., a male 69 was arrested for possession of heroin.
7600 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, April 2 at 5:52 p.m., a male 29 was arrested for theft.
7600 blk of Carroll Ave., on Monday, April 4, at 5:23 p.m., a male 23 was arrested for having an open warrant through Montgomery County.
900 blk of East West Hwy., on Monday, April 4 at 1:22 p.m., a male 38 was arrested for having an open warrant through the District of Columbia.
8200 blk of Roanoke Ave., on Monday, April 4 at 2:30 p.m., a male 21 was arrested for having an open warrant.
6300 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Monday, April 4 at 2:20, a male 54 was arrested for having open warrants through Montgomery County and Metro Transit Police.
7600 blk of Flower Ave., on Monday, April 4 at 6:28 p.m., a male 35 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
7400 blk of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, April 3 at 2:45 a.m., two males 22 and 21 were arrested for possession of marijuana and driving without a license.
7300 blk of Maple Ave., on Thursday, April 7 at 1:13 p.m., a male 41 was arrested for having an open warrant for driving under suspension.
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Residential Burglary - Community Advisory
On April 6, 2011, at approximately 10:47 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 7600 block of Maple Avenue for reports of a residential burglary. The victim awoke to find three unknown black males running from his child’s room. The suspects fled out the front door and down the apartment building hallway. Property was taken. There was slight damage to the front door locking device. The suspects are described as:
Suspect 1: Black male, 6’1, 170 lbs, wearing all dark clothing.
Suspect 2: Black male, 5’10, wearing all dark clothing and a red baseball cap.
Suspect 3: Black male, 5’5, 150 lbs., wearing all dark clothing.
Investigation continues under case #11016147. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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Suspect 1: Black male, 6’1, 170 lbs, wearing all dark clothing.
Suspect 2: Black male, 5’10, wearing all dark clothing and a red baseball cap.
Suspect 3: Black male, 5’5, 150 lbs., wearing all dark clothing.
Investigation continues under case #11016147. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
Commercial Armed Robbery - Community Advisory
On April 6, 2011, at approximately 8:08 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 1000 block of University Blvd. (Express Check Cash) for reports of a commercial armed robbery. Two unknown suspects entered the business and forced the victim to retrieve property for them. Once property was retrieved, the suspects fled from the business out the back door. A K-9 track was conducted with negative results.
Suspect 1: White male, 30’s, 5’11-6’1, last seen wearing blue jeans, a black puffy ¾ length jacket worn over a gray-hooded sweatshirt, black baseball cap with an Orioles orange logo “O’s” on it, black gloves and armed with a black semi-automatic handgun.
Suspect 2: Light complected male (unknown race), 5’11-6’1, last seen wearing blue jeans, a black puffy jacket worn over a gray-hooded sweatshirt, wearing a black ski mask and armed with a semi-automatic handgun.
Investigation continues under case #11016142. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Suspect 1: White male, 30’s, 5’11-6’1, last seen wearing blue jeans, a black puffy ¾ length jacket worn over a gray-hooded sweatshirt, black baseball cap with an Orioles orange logo “O’s” on it, black gloves and armed with a black semi-automatic handgun.
Suspect 2: Light complected male (unknown race), 5’11-6’1, last seen wearing blue jeans, a black puffy jacket worn over a gray-hooded sweatshirt, wearing a black ski mask and armed with a semi-automatic handgun.
Investigation continues under case #11016142. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
American Legion Post 41 Selects Police Officer of the Year from Takoma Park Police Department - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 5, 2011 (4:16 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Congratulations to Takoma Park Police Officer, Cpl. Michelle Holmes, who has been selected as Police Officer of the Year by the American Legion Post 41 in Silver Spring. She will be honored with this award at the Takoma Park Police Department annual Awards Banquet (a date which has not yet been set).
Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day in April - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 5, 2011 (10:48 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Takoma Park Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 30, 2011. This campaign gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your prescriptions to the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 1st floor lobby, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, on Saturday, April 30th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
Last September, Americans turned in over 242,000 pounds – 121 tons – of prescription drugs at nearly 4,100 sites operated by more than 3,000 of the DEA’s state and local law enforcement partners. The agency hopes to collect even more this spring by opening the event to long-term care facilities.
This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high – more Americans currently abuse prescription drugs than the number of those using cocaine, hallucinogens and heroin combined, according to the 2009 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.
“The overwhelming public response to DEA’s first nationwide Take-Back event last fall not only rid homes of potentially harmful prescription drugs, but was an unprecedented opportunity to educate everyone about the growing prescription drug abuse problem,” said DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart. “Studies have shown that, for many, prescription drugs are the very first drugs they abuse – and all too often they aren’t the last. That is why we are committed to helping Americans keep their homes safe by ridding their medicine cabinets of expired, unused and unwanted drugs.”
“I encourage every American to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to safely dispose of unused, un-needed, or expired prescription drugs,” said Gil Kerlikowkse, Director of National Drug Control Policy. “Preventing these readily available and potentially deadly drugs from being diverted and misused is something each and every one of us can do to help reduce the epidemic of prescription drug abuse that is harming so many Americans.”
The public can find a nearby collection site by visiting www.dea.gov, clicking on the “Got Drugs?” icon, and following the links to a database, where they enter their zip code.
Four days after last fall’s event, Congress passed the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances Act to allow an “ultimate user” of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by the Attorney General to accept them. The Act also allows the Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain instances. DEA has begun drafting regulations to implement the Act.
Other participants in this initiative include the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the American Association of Poison Control Centers; the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America; D.A.R.E. America; the Federation of State Medical Boards; the U. S. Health Resources and Services Administration; the International Association of Chiefs of Police; the National Association of Attorneys General; the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; the National District Attorneys Association; the National Sheriffs Association; and the Partnership@drugfree.org.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 5, 2011 (10:48 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The Takoma Park Police Department will participate in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Nationwide Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on April 30, 2011. This campaign gives the public an opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. Bring your prescriptions to the Takoma Park Police Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, 1st floor lobby, Takoma Park, Maryland 20912, on Saturday, April 30th between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The service is free and anonymous – no questions asked.
Last September, Americans turned in over 242,000 pounds – 121 tons – of prescription drugs at nearly 4,100 sites operated by more than 3,000 of the DEA’s state and local law enforcement partners. The agency hopes to collect even more this spring by opening the event to long-term care facilities.
This initiative addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high – more Americans currently abuse prescription drugs than the number of those using cocaine, hallucinogens and heroin combined, according to the 2009 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.
“The overwhelming public response to DEA’s first nationwide Take-Back event last fall not only rid homes of potentially harmful prescription drugs, but was an unprecedented opportunity to educate everyone about the growing prescription drug abuse problem,” said DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart. “Studies have shown that, for many, prescription drugs are the very first drugs they abuse – and all too often they aren’t the last. That is why we are committed to helping Americans keep their homes safe by ridding their medicine cabinets of expired, unused and unwanted drugs.”
“I encourage every American to take advantage of this valuable opportunity to safely dispose of unused, un-needed, or expired prescription drugs,” said Gil Kerlikowkse, Director of National Drug Control Policy. “Preventing these readily available and potentially deadly drugs from being diverted and misused is something each and every one of us can do to help reduce the epidemic of prescription drug abuse that is harming so many Americans.”
The public can find a nearby collection site by visiting www.dea.gov, clicking on the “Got Drugs?” icon, and following the links to a database, where they enter their zip code.
Four days after last fall’s event, Congress passed the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act of 2010, which amends the Controlled Substances Act to allow an “ultimate user” of controlled substance medications to dispose of them by delivering them to entities authorized by the Attorney General to accept them. The Act also allows the Attorney General to authorize long term care facilities to dispose of their residents’ controlled substances in certain instances. DEA has begun drafting regulations to implement the Act.
Other participants in this initiative include the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, the American Association of Poison Control Centers; the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America; D.A.R.E. America; the Federation of State Medical Boards; the U. S. Health Resources and Services Administration; the International Association of Chiefs of Police; the National Association of Attorneys General; the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives; the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy; the National District Attorneys Association; the National Sheriffs Association; and the Partnership@drugfree.org.
Monday, April 4, 2011
Arrests Made for 4th Degree Burglary; Trespassing - News Release
NEWS RELEASE
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 4, 2011 (11:00 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrests of Constance Olian Benton, 48, and Bretagne Kismet Benton, 20, both of Silver Spring, Maryland, for 4th degree burglary and trespassing.
On April 1, 2011, at approximately 11:18 p.m., Takoma Park Police were dispatched to the 7700 block of Greenwood Avenue for the report of a female subject seen hiding in the front bushes of one of the houses on the block. Officers checked the exterior of the house and found the front and right side of the doors unlocked. Through investigation, officers were advised that the house was used for music instruction and that no one should be inside. A K-9 search of the interior resulted in the above named subjects being found hiding in a closet in the basement.
Both were transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit where they were charged accordingly.
City of Takoma Park Police Department
* 7500 Maple Avenue * Takoma Park, Md 20912
For more information contact:
Public Information Officer (PIO)
Catherine Plevy, 301/891.7142 or 240/338.2901
April 4, 2011 (11:00 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrests of Constance Olian Benton, 48, and Bretagne Kismet Benton, 20, both of Silver Spring, Maryland, for 4th degree burglary and trespassing.
On April 1, 2011, at approximately 11:18 p.m., Takoma Park Police were dispatched to the 7700 block of Greenwood Avenue for the report of a female subject seen hiding in the front bushes of one of the houses on the block. Officers checked the exterior of the house and found the front and right side of the doors unlocked. Through investigation, officers were advised that the house was used for music instruction and that no one should be inside. A K-9 search of the interior resulted in the above named subjects being found hiding in a closet in the basement.
Both were transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit where they were charged accordingly.
Friday, April 1, 2011
Gas Station Theft from Auto - Community Advisory
On April 1, 2011, at approximately 7:14 a.m., a theft from auto occurred in the 6400 block of New Hampshire Avenue (W Express Gas Station). The victim was pumping gas when a dark-colored 4-door vehicle entered the gas station lot. The suspect vehicle pulled next to the victim’s vehicle, opened the driver’s door and removed property from the front passenger seat. The suspect vehicle exited the gas station and entered the gas station lot of the Sunoco Gas Station next to the W Express. The suspect vehicle pulled up next to a black SUV, but it is unknown if anything was taken from that vehicle. The suspect vehicle then exited that gas station and fled southbound on New Hampshire Avenue.
Investigation continues under case #11015254. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Gas Station Safety Tips:
Because self-service gas pumps are used by most people today, carjackers have identified service stations as excellent locations to find plenty of victims. Carjackers simply wait for the moment when they can most easily move into a vehicle and drive away. Many drivers leave their keys in the ignition and their cars unlocked when they get out of their cars to use self-service gas pumps. While the driver is putting gas in the tank, the carjacker can simply open the car door, get in the car and drive away. This is especially dangerous if your children and/or pets are in the vehicle.
Sometimes, the carjacker will wait until the driver goes to the gas station’s cashier to pay for the gas. While the driver is busy paying the cashier, the carjacker will drive off with the car.
Carefully consider where and when you buy gas. Choose a safe, familiar area during daylight hours whenever possible. In addition, make a practice of filling up your tank when it is half-empty, if possible. Never let your gas supply get so low that you are forced to stop for fuel in an unsafe or unfamiliar area at a dangerous time.
In addition, sometimes it’s not a carjacker but a thief who chooses self-service gas pumps for his crimes. Most people will leave their keys in the ignition and their purses and/or wallets, cell phones, etc. on the passenger seat of the vehicle. With doors unlocked, it’s easy for a thief to open the door, take your belongings and flee. It only takes seconds.
Some tips when you are at a gas station:
1. Never leave your keys in the ignition. Take them out of the vehicle and lock your car while you are pumping gas.
2. Do not leave your valuables in plain sight when you exit your vehicle. Even with doors locked and no keys, the thief cannot resist your valuables.
3. Pay attention to your surroundings. Do not let your cell phone distract you. (As a side note, using your cell phone at a gas pump is very dangerous. Cell phones and other electronic devices may have the potential to emit electrical charges, and should therefore be left in the vehicle during fueling).
4. If you are going to pay for your gas inside the cashier’s office, please do not leave your children in the vehicle, regardless if your doors are locked or not. Take them with you. It may seem like a hassle, but consider the alternative.
5. If you are using a credit card at the gas pump, always take your receipt or hit the “clear” or “no” button when it asks before leaving. Otherwise, you leave your credit card information open for the next person.
Please be safe!
Investigation continues under case #11015254. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
You can now use your cell phone to send a tip to the Takoma Park Police Department and remain 100% anonymous.
* Text to 847411
* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.
* Type your message including as much detail as possible to ensure that your tip is thoroughly investigated.
* Send your tip, knowing that you are helping to reduce crime in your community while remaining 100% anonymous.
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.
Gas Station Safety Tips:
Because self-service gas pumps are used by most people today, carjackers have identified service stations as excellent locations to find plenty of victims. Carjackers simply wait for the moment when they can most easily move into a vehicle and drive away. Many drivers leave their keys in the ignition and their cars unlocked when they get out of their cars to use self-service gas pumps. While the driver is putting gas in the tank, the carjacker can simply open the car door, get in the car and drive away. This is especially dangerous if your children and/or pets are in the vehicle.
Sometimes, the carjacker will wait until the driver goes to the gas station’s cashier to pay for the gas. While the driver is busy paying the cashier, the carjacker will drive off with the car.
Carefully consider where and when you buy gas. Choose a safe, familiar area during daylight hours whenever possible. In addition, make a practice of filling up your tank when it is half-empty, if possible. Never let your gas supply get so low that you are forced to stop for fuel in an unsafe or unfamiliar area at a dangerous time.
In addition, sometimes it’s not a carjacker but a thief who chooses self-service gas pumps for his crimes. Most people will leave their keys in the ignition and their purses and/or wallets, cell phones, etc. on the passenger seat of the vehicle. With doors unlocked, it’s easy for a thief to open the door, take your belongings and flee. It only takes seconds.
Some tips when you are at a gas station:
1. Never leave your keys in the ignition. Take them out of the vehicle and lock your car while you are pumping gas.
2. Do not leave your valuables in plain sight when you exit your vehicle. Even with doors locked and no keys, the thief cannot resist your valuables.
3. Pay attention to your surroundings. Do not let your cell phone distract you. (As a side note, using your cell phone at a gas pump is very dangerous. Cell phones and other electronic devices may have the potential to emit electrical charges, and should therefore be left in the vehicle during fueling).
4. If you are going to pay for your gas inside the cashier’s office, please do not leave your children in the vehicle, regardless if your doors are locked or not. Take them with you. It may seem like a hassle, but consider the alternative.
5. If you are using a credit card at the gas pump, always take your receipt or hit the “clear” or “no” button when it asks before leaving. Otherwise, you leave your credit card information open for the next person.
Please be safe!
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