On December 27, 2011, at 11:10 a.m., a theft from auto occurred in the 6300 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Sunoco Gas Station). The suspect entered the victim’s vehicle through an unlocked door and took property. The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 6’0, 180 lbs., early 20’s, with brown hair. The suspect was a passenger in a silver, new model Acura TL with unknown tags. Once the suspect obtained the victim’s property, he entered the passenger side of the described vehicle and fled the area southbound on New Hampshire Avenue. There is no description for the driver of the suspect vehicle.
Investigation continues under case #11064590. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Friday, December 23, 2011
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 12/9/11 - 12/22/11
*Two weeks of incidents*
Ward 1:
Robbery
400 blk. of Philadelphia Ave., on Friday, December 16 at 11:50 a.m., officers responded to a robbery that occurred earlier. Two unknown male suspects approached a female victim after following her from the Takoma Metro Station. The suspects forcibly grabbed the victims’ purse and fled in an unknown direction. The victim was uninjured.
Larceny from Auto
7300 blk. of Takoma Ave., on Tuesday, December 13 at 8:08 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) used a screwdriver to break the vehicle window and stole property.
Larceny
7100 blk. of Willow Ave., on Sunday, December 18 at 10:21 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) stole license plate tag stickers from a vehicle.
Unit blk. of Holt Pl., on Friday, December 9 at 2:08 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Three unknown male suspects were observed removing property from a vacant house.
Unit blk. of Holt Pl., on Sunday, December 11 at 2:44 p.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) stole animal traps from a property.
Ward 2:
Robbery
6900 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, December 10 at 3:47 p.m., officers responded for a robbery in progress. A known male suspect attempted to steal the male victims’ vehicle while the victim was inside paying for gas. The victim confronted the suspect and a struggle ensued. The suspect stabbed the victim with a knife multiple times during the struggle before fleeing in a different vehicle. Officers arrived on scene and pursued the suspect vehicle. The suspect crashed the vehicle and was spotted by a responding officer and confronted. A struggle ensued between the suspect and officer. The officer deployed a taser on the suspect, but it was ineffective. An additional unit arrived on scene and fearing for the officer’s safety was forced to shoot the suspect. The suspect succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The victim was transported to the hospital with major injuries.
Assault
6800 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Monday, December 12 at 3:30 a.m., officers responded to an assault that just occurred. A known male suspect assaulted a female victim during an argument that turned physical. The suspect fled the scene before units arrived.
Ward 3:
Robbery
6700 blk. of Westmoreland Ave., on Monday, December 12 at 10:27 p.m., officers responded to a robbery that just occurred. Two male suspects approached a male victim as he walked, assaulted the victim, and removed property. The victim suffered minor injuries.
Residential Burglary
6500 blk. of 4th Ave., on Wednesday, December 14 at 3:24 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered through an open garage and forced entry into the interior door. Once inside the suspect(s) removed property.
Larceny from Auto
6400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Wednesday, December 14 at 8:56 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) pulled alongside the victims’ car while it was parked at the gas pump, opened the victim’s unlocked car door, and removed the victim’s purse from the front seat. The suspect vehicle then fled southbound on New Hampshire Avenue.
Residential Burglary
7100 blk. of Poplar Ave., on Sunday, December 18 at 11:57 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) broke a rear window to a residence and stole property.
Larceny
300 blk. of Lincoln Ave., on Sunday, December 18 at 12:48 a.m., a female 16 was arrested for stealing a cell phone.
6500 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, December 10 at 7:23 p.m., officers responded to a robbery that just occurred. Two unknown male suspects entered a business armed with handguns and demanded money at gunpoint. The clerk complied and the suspects fled in an unknown direction. The clerk was uninjured.
Ward 4:
Larceny from Auto
100 blk. of Ritchie Ave., on Wednesday, December 14 at 10:00 p.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) opened an unlocked car and stole property.
100 blk. of Geneva Ave., on Tuesday, December 13 at 9:41 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
Auto Theft
7500 blk. of Maple Ave., on Wednesday, December 14 at 4:24 p.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole a purple 1997 Dodge Caravan by unknown means.
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, December 11 at 11:42 p.m., officers responded to an attempted auto theft that just occurred. Unknown suspect(s) gained entry and attempted to punch the ignition to a white 1998 Chrysler Town & Country but were unsuccessful.
Ward 5:
Assault
8200 blk. of Houston Ct., on Saturday, December 10 at 5:53 p.m., officers responded to an assault in progress. A known male suspect assaulted two female victims during an argument that turned physical. The suspect fled the scene before units arrived.
Ward 6:
Robbery
Intersection of University Blvd. and New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, December 16 at 5:44 p.m., officers responded to a robbery that just occurred. Two suspects approached a male victim after the victim finished an ATM withdrawal and asked if he would like to buy a cell phone. The victim said no at which point one suspect brandished a knife and demanded the victims’ money. The victim complied and the suspects fled in a small white SUV toward Kennewick Avenue. The victim was uninjured.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, December 11 at 3:29 a.m., two males 28, 59, and a female 23, were arrested after assaulting officers attempting to break up a large fight.
Commercial Burglary
7500 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Thursday, December 15 at 9:04 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) pried a window open to gain access to the business. Once inside property was rummaged through however nothing was taken.
Larceny
7800 blk. of Lockney Ave., on Thursday, December 15 at 12:26 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. The victim noticed a missing piece of jewelry after a cleaning crew had just left the residence.
Arrests:
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Monday, December 19 at 12:17 a.m., a male 42 was arrested for consuming alcohol in public.
1100 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, December 17 at 2:13 a.m., a male 25 was arrested for possession of cocaine.
Intersection of Philadelphia Ave. and Takoma Ave., on Saturday, December 17 at 1:09 a.m., a male 27 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
6700 blk. of Cockerille Ave., on Monday, December 12 at 10:44 p.m., a male 19 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Sunday, December 11 at 12:02 p.m., a male 25 was arrested for drinking alcohol in public.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, December 10 at 11:42 p.m., a male 33 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, December 10 at 8:30 p.m., a male 31 was arrested for concealing a machete while inside a business.
8200 blk. of Houston Ct., on Saturday, December 10 at 2:34 a.m., a male 33 was arrested for driving a stolen vehicle.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, December 10 at 12:13 a.m., a male 27 was arrested for possession of cocaine.
Ward 1:
Robbery
400 blk. of Philadelphia Ave., on Friday, December 16 at 11:50 a.m., officers responded to a robbery that occurred earlier. Two unknown male suspects approached a female victim after following her from the Takoma Metro Station. The suspects forcibly grabbed the victims’ purse and fled in an unknown direction. The victim was uninjured.
Larceny from Auto
7300 blk. of Takoma Ave., on Tuesday, December 13 at 8:08 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) used a screwdriver to break the vehicle window and stole property.
Larceny
7100 blk. of Willow Ave., on Sunday, December 18 at 10:21 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) stole license plate tag stickers from a vehicle.
Unit blk. of Holt Pl., on Friday, December 9 at 2:08 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Three unknown male suspects were observed removing property from a vacant house.
Unit blk. of Holt Pl., on Sunday, December 11 at 2:44 p.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) stole animal traps from a property.
Ward 2:
Robbery
6900 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, December 10 at 3:47 p.m., officers responded for a robbery in progress. A known male suspect attempted to steal the male victims’ vehicle while the victim was inside paying for gas. The victim confronted the suspect and a struggle ensued. The suspect stabbed the victim with a knife multiple times during the struggle before fleeing in a different vehicle. Officers arrived on scene and pursued the suspect vehicle. The suspect crashed the vehicle and was spotted by a responding officer and confronted. A struggle ensued between the suspect and officer. The officer deployed a taser on the suspect, but it was ineffective. An additional unit arrived on scene and fearing for the officer’s safety was forced to shoot the suspect. The suspect succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The victim was transported to the hospital with major injuries.
Assault
6800 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Monday, December 12 at 3:30 a.m., officers responded to an assault that just occurred. A known male suspect assaulted a female victim during an argument that turned physical. The suspect fled the scene before units arrived.
Ward 3:
Robbery
6700 blk. of Westmoreland Ave., on Monday, December 12 at 10:27 p.m., officers responded to a robbery that just occurred. Two male suspects approached a male victim as he walked, assaulted the victim, and removed property. The victim suffered minor injuries.
Residential Burglary
6500 blk. of 4th Ave., on Wednesday, December 14 at 3:24 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered through an open garage and forced entry into the interior door. Once inside the suspect(s) removed property.
Larceny from Auto
6400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Wednesday, December 14 at 8:56 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) pulled alongside the victims’ car while it was parked at the gas pump, opened the victim’s unlocked car door, and removed the victim’s purse from the front seat. The suspect vehicle then fled southbound on New Hampshire Avenue.
Residential Burglary
7100 blk. of Poplar Ave., on Sunday, December 18 at 11:57 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) broke a rear window to a residence and stole property.
Larceny
300 blk. of Lincoln Ave., on Sunday, December 18 at 12:48 a.m., a female 16 was arrested for stealing a cell phone.
6500 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, December 10 at 7:23 p.m., officers responded to a robbery that just occurred. Two unknown male suspects entered a business armed with handguns and demanded money at gunpoint. The clerk complied and the suspects fled in an unknown direction. The clerk was uninjured.
Ward 4:
Larceny from Auto
100 blk. of Ritchie Ave., on Wednesday, December 14 at 10:00 p.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) opened an unlocked car and stole property.
100 blk. of Geneva Ave., on Tuesday, December 13 at 9:41 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
Auto Theft
7500 blk. of Maple Ave., on Wednesday, December 14 at 4:24 p.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole a purple 1997 Dodge Caravan by unknown means.
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, December 11 at 11:42 p.m., officers responded to an attempted auto theft that just occurred. Unknown suspect(s) gained entry and attempted to punch the ignition to a white 1998 Chrysler Town & Country but were unsuccessful.
Ward 5:
Assault
8200 blk. of Houston Ct., on Saturday, December 10 at 5:53 p.m., officers responded to an assault in progress. A known male suspect assaulted two female victims during an argument that turned physical. The suspect fled the scene before units arrived.
Ward 6:
Robbery
Intersection of University Blvd. and New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, December 16 at 5:44 p.m., officers responded to a robbery that just occurred. Two suspects approached a male victim after the victim finished an ATM withdrawal and asked if he would like to buy a cell phone. The victim said no at which point one suspect brandished a knife and demanded the victims’ money. The victim complied and the suspects fled in a small white SUV toward Kennewick Avenue. The victim was uninjured.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, December 11 at 3:29 a.m., two males 28, 59, and a female 23, were arrested after assaulting officers attempting to break up a large fight.
Commercial Burglary
7500 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Thursday, December 15 at 9:04 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) pried a window open to gain access to the business. Once inside property was rummaged through however nothing was taken.
Larceny
7800 blk. of Lockney Ave., on Thursday, December 15 at 12:26 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. The victim noticed a missing piece of jewelry after a cleaning crew had just left the residence.
Arrests:
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Monday, December 19 at 12:17 a.m., a male 42 was arrested for consuming alcohol in public.
1100 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, December 17 at 2:13 a.m., a male 25 was arrested for possession of cocaine.
Intersection of Philadelphia Ave. and Takoma Ave., on Saturday, December 17 at 1:09 a.m., a male 27 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
6700 blk. of Cockerille Ave., on Monday, December 12 at 10:44 p.m., a male 19 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Sunday, December 11 at 12:02 p.m., a male 25 was arrested for drinking alcohol in public.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, December 10 at 11:42 p.m., a male 33 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, December 10 at 8:30 p.m., a male 31 was arrested for concealing a machete while inside a business.
8200 blk. of Houston Ct., on Saturday, December 10 at 2:34 a.m., a male 33 was arrested for driving a stolen vehicle.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, December 10 at 12:13 a.m., a male 27 was arrested for possession of cocaine.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Prince George's County Police Seeking Good Samaritans for Takoma Park Police-Involved Shooting - Community Advisory
**Taken from a Press Release issued by the Prince George's County Police Department**
The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking two Good Samaritans who assisted with a traffic accident that led to a Takoma Park Police Department-involved shooting.
Prince George’s County Detectives are attempting to locate a black female who stopped to assist motorists involved in a multi-vehicle accident without realizing that one of the motorists was wanted by Takoma Park Police. That wanted motorist then attempted to carjack the woman’s red BMW. During the attempted carjacking, a Hispanic male came to her aid and engaged the suspect.
A Takoma Park Police patrol officer arrived shortly thereafter and struggled with the suspect as she attempted to apprehend the man. A second Takoma Park police officer, fearing for the safety of his partner, was forced to discharge his service weapon, striking the suspect. The man, identified as Keston David Lewis, 19, of the 700 block of Linden Oak Place in Odenton was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Police would like to talk with the Good Samaritans to learn more about the incident.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.
The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking two Good Samaritans who assisted with a traffic accident that led to a Takoma Park Police Department-involved shooting.
Prince George’s County Detectives are attempting to locate a black female who stopped to assist motorists involved in a multi-vehicle accident without realizing that one of the motorists was wanted by Takoma Park Police. That wanted motorist then attempted to carjack the woman’s red BMW. During the attempted carjacking, a Hispanic male came to her aid and engaged the suspect.
A Takoma Park Police patrol officer arrived shortly thereafter and struggled with the suspect as she attempted to apprehend the man. A second Takoma Park police officer, fearing for the safety of his partner, was forced to discharge his service weapon, striking the suspect. The man, identified as Keston David Lewis, 19, of the 700 block of Linden Oak Place in Odenton was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Police would like to talk with the Good Samaritans to learn more about the incident.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411 TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/ to submit a tip online.
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Arrest Made for Concealed Weapon - 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
December 11, 2011 (2:10 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of Jose L. Flores, 31, of Riverdale, Maryland, for concealing a deadly weapon.
On December 10, 2011, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 900 block of University Boulevard, Takoma Park, Maryland (Tijuana’s Café), for the report of a male subject with a machete under his jacket. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the subject, later identified as Flores. During a search incident to arrest officers found a machete in Flores’ possession. After a struggle and resisting arrest, Flores was taken into custody.
Flores was arrested and charged accordingly. He was transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit.
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
December 11, 2011 (2:10 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of Jose L. Flores, 31, of Riverdale, Maryland, for concealing a deadly weapon.
On December 10, 2011, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 900 block of University Boulevard, Takoma Park, Maryland (Tijuana’s Café), for the report of a male subject with a machete under his jacket. Upon arrival, officers made contact with the subject, later identified as Flores. During a search incident to arrest officers found a machete in Flores’ possession. After a struggle and resisting arrest, Flores was taken into custody.
Flores was arrested and charged accordingly. He was transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit.
Takoma Park Fire - Fatality - Community Advisory
Walter Rave, age 66, died of complications from burn injuries sustained in a house fire at 29 Holt Place, Takoma Park, Maryland. The fire occurred on December 7, 2011 at 2:00 a.m.
The fire caused approximately $300K damage to the structure and $100K to the contents.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue units arrived on the scene and found a large 2 story wood frame house with heavy fire on the front exterior with moderate extension to the interior. Mr. Rave was in the front yard.
Firefighters extinguished the fire with some difficulty due to the very large amounts of accumulated personal belongings inside the structure. Additionally, all exits other than the front door were either blocked by security bars, and an extensive amount of bamboo growth on the exterior of the home.
The victim was awakened by the fire. It is unclear how. With the front door being his only means of egress he was forced to pass through the large volume of fire on the front porch. In doing so he suffered extensive burn injuries to his body.
The fire originated in the engine compartment of a Toyota pick-up truck parked in the driveway. Radiant heat from this fire ignited either the nearby porch railing or ordinary combustibles on the porch. The fire is ruled accidental.
This is the fifth fire related death in Montgomery County in 2011.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue's Fire and Explosive Investigations Section along with Takoma Park City Police are continuing the investigation.
*Taken from the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS)*
The fire caused approximately $300K damage to the structure and $100K to the contents.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue units arrived on the scene and found a large 2 story wood frame house with heavy fire on the front exterior with moderate extension to the interior. Mr. Rave was in the front yard.
Firefighters extinguished the fire with some difficulty due to the very large amounts of accumulated personal belongings inside the structure. Additionally, all exits other than the front door were either blocked by security bars, and an extensive amount of bamboo growth on the exterior of the home.
The victim was awakened by the fire. It is unclear how. With the front door being his only means of egress he was forced to pass through the large volume of fire on the front porch. In doing so he suffered extensive burn injuries to his body.
The fire originated in the engine compartment of a Toyota pick-up truck parked in the driveway. Radiant heat from this fire ignited either the nearby porch railing or ordinary combustibles on the porch. The fire is ruled accidental.
This is the fifth fire related death in Montgomery County in 2011.
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue's Fire and Explosive Investigations Section along with Takoma Park City Police are continuing the investigation.
*Taken from the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS)*
Armed Robbery - Community Advisory
On December 10, 2011, at approximately 7:32 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 6500 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Jiffy Lube) for reports of an armed robbery. The victim was leaving the business when he was approached by two males dressed all in black and wearing ski masks, both armed with black pistols. He was ordered to re-open the business and the suspects demanded property. The two suspects then fled the business in an unknown direction. A K-9 track was attempted but with negative results. The victim did not suffer any physical injury.
The only descriptions of the suspects are that one was a white male and the other a black male, both wearing all black and both wearing ski masks.
Investigation continues under case #11061624. 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
The only descriptions of the suspects are that one was a white male and the other a black male, both wearing all black and both wearing ski masks.
Investigation continues under case #11061624. 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
UPDATE Attempt Murder, Police Pursuit and Police Shooting – 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
December 11, 2011 (1:35 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
UPDATE: The suspect's name will not be released by the Takoma Park Police Department. The shooting is under investigation by the Prince George's County Police Department.
The victim is still in critical condition but is improving. The name of the victim will not be released at this time.
The officers involved in the incident are Cpl. Keith Largent, a 23 year veteran with the department, and Pfc. Mary Jo Walpole, an 8 year veteran with the department. Both have been placed on administrative leave pursuant to departmental policy.
We will continue to update you as the investigation progresses.
On December 10, 2011, at approximately 3:47 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 6900 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Sunoco Gas Station) for the report of an assault with a knife in progress. As the officers arrived at the scene, they were flagged down by citizens pointing to a red vehicle, later identified as a Ford Focus, operated by the suspect. The suspect was fleeing the scene at a high rate of speed.
Investigation at the scene revealed that the victim was filling his vehicle with gas and had left the vehicle to go inside the convenience mart at the gas station. The victim came out and observed the suspect in his vehicle and yelled at him to get out and screamed for people to call the police. The victim confronted the suspect as he was getting out of his vehicle; apparently the suspect had demanded property from the victim and the keys to his vehicle. At that time a confrontation occurred as the victim resisted and then was stabbed multiple times. The suspect then ran to his Ford Focus, which was parked approximately 10 yards away, got into his vehicle and then rammed the victim’s vehicle. He then fled the lot going northbound on New Hampshire Avenue.
Two Takoma Park officers who arrived on the scene picked up the pursuit, which began northbound on New Hampshire Avenue. The officers lost sight of the vehicle for a period of time. The female officer then saw the vehicle overturned at Riggs Road and Metzerot Road. The suspect vehicle had apparently struck three occupied vehicles and then overturned. The female officer observed the suspect fleeing from his vehicle. She pursued him on foot and, several yards away from his vehicle, she confronted him and was forced to deploy her taser which had no affect on the suspect. The suspect then charged the female officer and assaulted her and then a second Takoma Park police officer arrived demanding that the suspect stop. Fearing for the life of his fellow officer, he fired his weapon multiple times causing the suspect to fall off of the officer.
The suspect was transported to MedStar Washington Hospital Center where he was pronounced deceased. The victim was also transported to MedStar Washington Hospital Center where he is presently undergoing surgery and is in critical condition. No names will be released at this time. Prince George’s County Police Department will follow up with the shooting and provide further information under their investigation. We will provide updates as we receive them. The two officers, who will be named tomorrow, have been placed on administrative leave, which is departmental policy. One officer is a 23 year veteran, and the other an 8 year veteran, with the Takoma Park Police Department.
The investigation is on-going.
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
December 11, 2011 (1:35 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
UPDATE: The suspect's name will not be released by the Takoma Park Police Department. The shooting is under investigation by the Prince George's County Police Department.
The victim is still in critical condition but is improving. The name of the victim will not be released at this time.
The officers involved in the incident are Cpl. Keith Largent, a 23 year veteran with the department, and Pfc. Mary Jo Walpole, an 8 year veteran with the department. Both have been placed on administrative leave pursuant to departmental policy.
We will continue to update you as the investigation progresses.
On December 10, 2011, at approximately 3:47 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 6900 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Sunoco Gas Station) for the report of an assault with a knife in progress. As the officers arrived at the scene, they were flagged down by citizens pointing to a red vehicle, later identified as a Ford Focus, operated by the suspect. The suspect was fleeing the scene at a high rate of speed.
Investigation at the scene revealed that the victim was filling his vehicle with gas and had left the vehicle to go inside the convenience mart at the gas station. The victim came out and observed the suspect in his vehicle and yelled at him to get out and screamed for people to call the police. The victim confronted the suspect as he was getting out of his vehicle; apparently the suspect had demanded property from the victim and the keys to his vehicle. At that time a confrontation occurred as the victim resisted and then was stabbed multiple times. The suspect then ran to his Ford Focus, which was parked approximately 10 yards away, got into his vehicle and then rammed the victim’s vehicle. He then fled the lot going northbound on New Hampshire Avenue.
Two Takoma Park officers who arrived on the scene picked up the pursuit, which began northbound on New Hampshire Avenue. The officers lost sight of the vehicle for a period of time. The female officer then saw the vehicle overturned at Riggs Road and Metzerot Road. The suspect vehicle had apparently struck three occupied vehicles and then overturned. The female officer observed the suspect fleeing from his vehicle. She pursued him on foot and, several yards away from his vehicle, she confronted him and was forced to deploy her taser which had no affect on the suspect. The suspect then charged the female officer and assaulted her and then a second Takoma Park police officer arrived demanding that the suspect stop. Fearing for the life of his fellow officer, he fired his weapon multiple times causing the suspect to fall off of the officer.
The suspect was transported to MedStar Washington Hospital Center where he was pronounced deceased. The victim was also transported to MedStar Washington Hospital Center where he is presently undergoing surgery and is in critical condition. No names will be released at this time. Prince George’s County Police Department will follow up with the shooting and provide further information under their investigation. We will provide updates as we receive them. The two officers, who will be named tomorrow, have been placed on administrative leave, which is departmental policy. One officer is a 23 year veteran, and the other an 8 year veteran, with the Takoma Park Police Department.
The investigation is on-going.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Gas Station Theft from Auto - Community Advisory
On December 4, 2011, at approximately 11:35 a.m., a theft from auto occurred in the 6300 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Sunoco Gas Station). The victim pulled up to the station and exited her vehicle to pump gas. The victim left the gas station and realized that property was missing from her vehicle so she returned to the gas station. Takoma Park Police responded out to the gas station at approximately 12:16 p.m. There are no known suspects at this time.
Investigation continues under case #11060414. 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.
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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 #11060414. 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Attempt Breaking and Entering - Community Advisory
On December 3, 2011, at approximately 3:59 p.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 8600 block of Flower Avenue for reports of an attempt breaking and entering that had occurred earlier between 12:00 p.m. and 3:20 p.m. Unknown subject(s) tried to gain entry by tampering with the deadbolt on the door. Entry was not made.
Investigation continues under case #11060308. 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
Investigation continues under case #11060308. 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
Arrest Made for Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute - 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
December 3, 2011 (8:49 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of Darrell Wint, 25, of Hyattsville, Maryland, for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) Marijuana with the intent to distribute.
On December 2, 2011, at approximately 4:50 p.m., Takoma Park Police and the Takoma Park Gang Investigator were conducting an investigation into complaints in the Maple Avenue Corridor, specifically the 7700 block of Maple Avenue, for CDS activity. Officers entered an apartment building and observed Wint walking towards them. As soon as Wint approached the officers, they could smell the odor of fresh marijuana emanating from the area where Wint was standing. A consent to search was given and officers found Wint to be in possession of a black bag containing 235 grams (approximately a ½ pound) of CDS Marijuana. Multiple clear sandwich bags and a digital scale were also found; Marijuana residue was still on the base of the scale. The amount of Marijuana in Wint’s possession, as well as the CDS paraphernalia, was indicative of an intent to distribute.
Wint was arrested, charged accordingly and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit. Wint is a self-admitted gang member.
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
December 3, 2011 (8:49 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Ronald A. Ricucci of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of Darrell Wint, 25, of Hyattsville, Maryland, for Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) Marijuana with the intent to distribute.
On December 2, 2011, at approximately 4:50 p.m., Takoma Park Police and the Takoma Park Gang Investigator were conducting an investigation into complaints in the Maple Avenue Corridor, specifically the 7700 block of Maple Avenue, for CDS activity. Officers entered an apartment building and observed Wint walking towards them. As soon as Wint approached the officers, they could smell the odor of fresh marijuana emanating from the area where Wint was standing. A consent to search was given and officers found Wint to be in possession of a black bag containing 235 grams (approximately a ½ pound) of CDS Marijuana. Multiple clear sandwich bags and a digital scale were also found; Marijuana residue was still on the base of the scale. The amount of Marijuana in Wint’s possession, as well as the CDS paraphernalia, was indicative of an intent to distribute.
Wint was arrested, charged accordingly and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit. Wint is a self-admitted gang member.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Police Arrest Man in Theft Schemes – Four Vulnerable Adults Victimized – 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
December 2, 2011 (1:20 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
**Taken from Montgomery County Police Department**
Over the course of approximately one year, Deshanue Terry Johnson, age 50, of the 6800 block of Riverdale Road in Riverdale, Maryland, financially exploited four victims in Montgomery County who he perceived to have mental and physical disabilities or deficiencies. Johnson was able to obtain cash from these victims by promising them jobs and also asking them to help pay his bills. In total, Johnson was able to acquire approximately $10,000 in total from these four victims. The Montgomery County Financial Crimes Section and the Montgomery County 4th District Community Services Officer have investigated these four cases. Following is a summary of each of the cases:
In February of 2011, the Montgomery County Financial Crimes Section was contacted by a concerned family member. The family member believed that his 55-year-old relative (victim one), who has physical and mental disabilities, and the relative’s parents, who are in their 80’s, were victims of a financial fraud scheme.
Victim One, Washington, DC resident, $5,000 loss
Fraud detectives began to investigate the case and determined that in or about November of 2010, Johnson met and befriended the 55-year-old female victim at the City Place mall, located at 8661 Colesville Road, in Silver Spring.
Johnson presented himself as a manager of a janitorial staff at a high school and told the victim he could aid her in obtaining a janitorial job at the high school.
From November of 2010 to February of 2011, Johnson obtained money from the victim under false pretenses such as needing money for his electrical bills and expenses for facilitating a job.
During this time period, Johnson financially exploited the victims in Montgomery County in the amount of approximately $800. (Johnson also stole checks and acquired money from the victims at their home in DC. A case was generated by the Metropolitan Police Department). In total, the victims were exploited of approximately $5,000.
On March 5, 2011, detectives issued a warrant for Johnson. He was charged with obtaining property of a vulnerable adult over $500, theft scheme less than $1000, and theft under $1,000. On October 8, 2011, Johnson was served with the warrant and currently has a trial date of December 6, 2011 for these offenses.
In September of 2011, a Community Services Officer in the 4th District was notified by a concerned citizen of possible exploitation of residents at the Inwood House, located at 10921 Inwood Avenue in Silver Spring. (The Inwood House is a residential community serving people with physical and/or mental disabilities). The Community Services Officer interviewed residents and held a community meeting on the issue. He identified three victims of this exploitation; two residents and one of the resident’s mother. Through investigation, the officer identified the suspect as Deshaune Terry Johnson.
Victim Two, Inwood House Resident, $660 loss
The 44-year-old male and resident of the Inwood House met Johnson at the Wheaton Metro in May of 2011.
Johnson told the victim that he would help him get a job as a janitor at a high school but that Johnson needed money for pre-employment expenses. Over a two week period, the victim gave Johnson approximately $660 with the belief that Johnson was helping the victim obtain a job.
Victim Three, Inwood House Resident, $2,300 loss
Another resident of the Inwood House, a 50-year-old male, met Johnson at the Silver Spring metro in May of 2011.
Over the course of approximately four months, Johnson continually asked the victim for assistance in paying his rent and obtained approximately $2,300 from the victim.
Victim Four, Silver Spring Resident and Mother of Victim Three, $1,100 loss
During the time Johnson was obtaining money from victim three, he also obtained approximately $1,100 from victim three’s 78-year-old mother who suffers from Alzheimer’s disease, after telling her that he could help her son get a job with a professional sports team.
On November 23, 2011, police obtained a warrant for Johnson for financially exploiting victims two, three, and four. Johnson is charged with three counts of obtaining property of a vulnerable adult over $500, one count of theft scheme less than $1000, and four counts of theft scheme: $1,000 to $10,000. Johnson was arrested by Montgomery County police officers on these charges on November 29th . Johnson remains in the custody of Montgomery County Detention Center on $50,000 bond.
The Montgomery County Police Department is concerned that there may be additional victims of Johnson’s exploitation. If someone believes that he/she may have been a victim or believes a loved one may have been victimized, please call the 4th District Community Service Officer at 240-773-5500.
***A photograph of Johnson is being sent with this release.***
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 11/18/11 - 12/1/11
Ward 1:
None
Ward 2:
None
Ward 3:
Larceny from Vehicle
6700 blk. of Poplar Ave., on Friday, November 25 at 10:48 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered and unlocked vehicle and stole a GPS unit.
Auto Theft
6500 blk. of Cockerille Ave., on Wednesday, November 23 at 5:30 p.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole a silver 2000 Chrysler Town & Country from the victim’s driveway by unknown means. The vehicle was later recovered in Washington D.C.
Ward 4:
Assault
7700 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, November 20 at 4:20 p.m., officer responded to a domestic assault that just occurred. A male suspect assaulted a female victim during an argument and fled the scene in an unknown direction.
Ward 5:
None
Ward 6:
Robbery
1200 blk. of Myrtle Ave., on Saturday, November 26 at 11:18 p.m., officers responded to an attempted robbery that just occurred. The victim advised that while walking in front of his apartment he was approached by three male suspects. The suspects demanded the victim’s money at gunpoint. The victim yelled for help and the suspects fled in an unknown direction.
Assault
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, November 20 at 1:46 a.m., two males both 23 were arrested for assaulting a security guard at a business.
Larceny from Auto
1100 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, November 19 at 8:00 p.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) removed property from an unlocked vehicle.
Larceny
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, November 20 at 7:11 a.m., officers responded to a theft that just occurred. Two unknown suspect(s) stole money from a victim when it was left unattended.
1000 blk. of University Blvd., on Wednesday, November 23 at 9:13 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole air conditioning units that were located behind a business.
1100 blk. of University Blvd., on Wednesday, November 20 at 12:29 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. An unknown suspect pick pocketed a victim without the victim noticing while in the business.
1300 blk. of University Blvd., on Monday, November 21 at 1:10 p.m. and on Thursday, December 1 at 7:50 a.m., officers responded to a theft that just occurred. The same unknown male suspect removed items from a store and left without playing.
Arrests:
6700 blk. of Cockerill Ave, on Saturday, November 19 at 1:35 p.m., three male juveniles 12, 11, and 11 were arrested and released to guardians for setting an unauthorized fire.
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Saturday, November 19 at 11:48 p.m., a male 19 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
7500 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, November 20 at 5:55 a.m., a male 22 arrested for having on open warrant.
7500 blk. of Maple Ave., on Saturday, November 20 at 12:11 a.m., a male 19 was arrested for having an open warrant.
7000 blk. of Woodland Ave., on Monday, November 21 at 11:26 p.m., a male 29 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
7500 blk. of Maple Ave., on Wednesday, November 23 at 5:00 p.m., a male 26 was arrested for having an open warrant.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Wednesday, November 23 at 9:44 p.m., two males 39 and 46 were arrested for possession of cocaine.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, November 25 at 3:39 a.m., a male 20 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
Carroll Ave., and Philadelphia Ave., on Friday, November 25 at 7:55 p.m., a male 41 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Sligo Creek Pkwy., and Flower Ave., on Saturday, November 26 at 1:37 a.m., two males both 17 were arrested for possession of marijuana and released to guardians.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, November 26 at 1:01 a.m., a male 47 was arrested for drinking alcohol in public.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Blvd., on Sunday, November 27 at 12:31 a.m., a male 21 was arrested for having an open traffic warrant.
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, November 27 at 6:30 a.m., a male 24 was arrested for having an open drug warrant.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Blvd., on Tuesday, November 29 at 1:30 a.m., a female 25 was arrested for driving with a suspended license.
Unit blk. of Lee Ave., on Wednesday, on Wednesday, November 30 at 3:39 p.m., a male 27 was arrested for violating a peace order.
None
Ward 2:
None
Ward 3:
Larceny from Vehicle
6700 blk. of Poplar Ave., on Friday, November 25 at 10:48 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered and unlocked vehicle and stole a GPS unit.
Auto Theft
6500 blk. of Cockerille Ave., on Wednesday, November 23 at 5:30 p.m., officers responded to an auto theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole a silver 2000 Chrysler Town & Country from the victim’s driveway by unknown means. The vehicle was later recovered in Washington D.C.
Ward 4:
Assault
7700 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, November 20 at 4:20 p.m., officer responded to a domestic assault that just occurred. A male suspect assaulted a female victim during an argument and fled the scene in an unknown direction.
Ward 5:
None
Ward 6:
Robbery
1200 blk. of Myrtle Ave., on Saturday, November 26 at 11:18 p.m., officers responded to an attempted robbery that just occurred. The victim advised that while walking in front of his apartment he was approached by three male suspects. The suspects demanded the victim’s money at gunpoint. The victim yelled for help and the suspects fled in an unknown direction.
Assault
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, November 20 at 1:46 a.m., two males both 23 were arrested for assaulting a security guard at a business.
Larceny from Auto
1100 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, November 19 at 8:00 p.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) removed property from an unlocked vehicle.
Larceny
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, November 20 at 7:11 a.m., officers responded to a theft that just occurred. Two unknown suspect(s) stole money from a victim when it was left unattended.
1000 blk. of University Blvd., on Wednesday, November 23 at 9:13 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) stole air conditioning units that were located behind a business.
1100 blk. of University Blvd., on Wednesday, November 20 at 12:29 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. An unknown suspect pick pocketed a victim without the victim noticing while in the business.
1300 blk. of University Blvd., on Monday, November 21 at 1:10 p.m. and on Thursday, December 1 at 7:50 a.m., officers responded to a theft that just occurred. The same unknown male suspect removed items from a store and left without playing.
Arrests:
6700 blk. of Cockerill Ave, on Saturday, November 19 at 1:35 p.m., three male juveniles 12, 11, and 11 were arrested and released to guardians for setting an unauthorized fire.
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Saturday, November 19 at 11:48 p.m., a male 19 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
7500 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, November 20 at 5:55 a.m., a male 22 arrested for having on open warrant.
7500 blk. of Maple Ave., on Saturday, November 20 at 12:11 a.m., a male 19 was arrested for having an open warrant.
7000 blk. of Woodland Ave., on Monday, November 21 at 11:26 p.m., a male 29 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
7500 blk. of Maple Ave., on Wednesday, November 23 at 5:00 p.m., a male 26 was arrested for having an open warrant.
900 blk. of University Blvd., on Wednesday, November 23 at 9:44 p.m., two males 39 and 46 were arrested for possession of cocaine.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, November 25 at 3:39 a.m., a male 20 was arrested for possession of marijuana.
Carroll Ave., and Philadelphia Ave., on Friday, November 25 at 7:55 p.m., a male 41 was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Sligo Creek Pkwy., and Flower Ave., on Saturday, November 26 at 1:37 a.m., two males both 17 were arrested for possession of marijuana and released to guardians.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, November 26 at 1:01 a.m., a male 47 was arrested for drinking alcohol in public.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Blvd., on Sunday, November 27 at 12:31 a.m., a male 21 was arrested for having an open traffic warrant.
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, November 27 at 6:30 a.m., a male 24 was arrested for having an open drug warrant.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Blvd., on Tuesday, November 29 at 1:30 a.m., a female 25 was arrested for driving with a suspended license.
Unit blk. of Lee Ave., on Wednesday, on Wednesday, November 30 at 3:39 p.m., a male 27 was arrested for violating a peace order.
Quick Questionnaire: Capital Bikeshare-Takoma Park - Community Advisory
To help Montgomery County obtain input to expand Capital Bikeshare to Takoma Park, the City has created a short questionnaire. Your input would be greatly appreciated in understanding who would use Bikeshare in Takoma Park and where users would like to go. You will need to complete the questionnaire by Wednesday, December 7, to assist the County in their application for funding.
Questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TakomaBikeshare
What is Capital Bikeshare? Think of it as a bike taxi for short, one-way trips. Capital Bikeshare puts 1,100 bicycles at your fingertips. Currently, you can choose a bike from over 110 stations across Washington, D.C. and Arlington, VA and return it to any station near your destination. Check out a bike for your trip to work, Metro, run errands, go shopping, or visit friends and family. Join Capital Bikeshare for 24 hours, 3 days, 30 days, or a year, and have access to a fleet of bikes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The first 30 minutes of each trip are free. Each additional 30 minutes incurs an additional fee.
If you would like more information on Capital Bikeshare, see www.CapitalBikeshare.com.
Questionnaire: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/TakomaBikeshare
What is Capital Bikeshare? Think of it as a bike taxi for short, one-way trips. Capital Bikeshare puts 1,100 bicycles at your fingertips. Currently, you can choose a bike from over 110 stations across Washington, D.C. and Arlington, VA and return it to any station near your destination. Check out a bike for your trip to work, Metro, run errands, go shopping, or visit friends and family. Join Capital Bikeshare for 24 hours, 3 days, 30 days, or a year, and have access to a fleet of bikes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The first 30 minutes of each trip are free. Each additional 30 minutes incurs an additional fee.
If you would like more information on Capital Bikeshare, see www.CapitalBikeshare.com.
Theft from Building - Community Advisory
On December 1, 2011, at approximately 7:50 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 1300 block of University Blvd. East (Walgreens Drug Store) for a report of a theft that occurred earlier. Investigation revealed that a black male, approximately 6’0,-6’1, 190-200 lbs., last seen wearing a black hoodie sweatshirt, black pants and black shoes, entered Walgreens, took property and fled from the establishment without paying.
Investigation continues under case #11059849. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.
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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
Investigation continues under case #11059849. 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.
You can also now send a tip using the Takoma Park Police Department's Facebook page. In the left hand column you will find a link to "submit a tip." Your tip is important and CAN make a difference!
If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.
School Children and Crossing Guard Safety – Community Advisory
Takoma Park Police are reminding drivers and residents that when the clocks were set back, it became darker in the mornings when children are going to school. Please be extra vigilant to ensure the continued safety of our school children and school crossing guards during this time of the year.
Our Crossing Guards’ primary responsibility is to facilitate the safe crossing of students to and from school each day in all weather conditions. These crossing guards are trained and certified in traffic and pedestrian safety. Each one wears a highly visible bright yellow reflective safety vest.
Takoma Park Police remind drivers that it is very important to obey the posted speed limit and pay close attention to their surroundings at all times. Within a school zone, it is especially important to be alert, drive carefully, and follow the directions of the crossing guards.
Safety Tips for Parents, Motorists, and Children
Expect delays near schools. Know your route, start early, and drive the posted speed limit.
Motorists not involved in dropping off or picking up students should consider adjusting their route or schedule in order to avoid arrival and dismissal traffic in front of schools.
Park only in lawful areas. Parking within 20 feet of a crosswalk is against the law and can obstruct visibility for both pedestrians and motorists.
Unload school children onto the sidewalk or right side of the vehicle. Unloading school children into a traffic lane could put a child in harm’s way.
Instruct children to remain alert and look left, right, and then left again before crossing the street.
All pedestrians should not use cell phones to talk or text, nor wear headphones when crossing.
Our Crossing Guards’ primary responsibility is to facilitate the safe crossing of students to and from school each day in all weather conditions. These crossing guards are trained and certified in traffic and pedestrian safety. Each one wears a highly visible bright yellow reflective safety vest.
Takoma Park Police remind drivers that it is very important to obey the posted speed limit and pay close attention to their surroundings at all times. Within a school zone, it is especially important to be alert, drive carefully, and follow the directions of the crossing guards.
Safety Tips for Parents, Motorists, and Children
Expect delays near schools. Know your route, start early, and drive the posted speed limit.
Motorists not involved in dropping off or picking up students should consider adjusting their route or schedule in order to avoid arrival and dismissal traffic in front of schools.
Park only in lawful areas. Parking within 20 feet of a crosswalk is against the law and can obstruct visibility for both pedestrians and motorists.
Unload school children onto the sidewalk or right side of the vehicle. Unloading school children into a traffic lane could put a child in harm’s way.
Instruct children to remain alert and look left, right, and then left again before crossing the street.
All pedestrians should not use cell phones to talk or text, nor wear headphones when crossing.
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