Tuesday, February 7, 2012

Armed Robbery - Community Advisory

On February 7, 2012, at approximately 12:12 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the unit block of Pine Avenue for reports of a citizen armed robbery. Two unknown black males used a black semi-automatic handgun to demand property from the victim, to which he complied. The suspects then fled in a dark-colored small 4-door Sedan up Pine Avenue towards Columbia Avenue. The victim did not suffer any physical injury.

Investigation continues under case #12006196. 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.

No comments:

Post a Comment