Takoma Park Police Department

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Critically Missing Juvenile - News Release

** A photograph of Simayah Ainsworth is attached**

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 11/2/12 - 11/8/12

Ward 1:
None
Ward 2:
None
Ward 3:
None
Ward 4:
Larceny
100 blk. of Ritchie Ave., on Monday, November 5th at 8:32 a.m., officers responded to an attempted theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) attempted to steal the victims bicycle by cutting the lock, but were unsuccessful.
Auto Theft
100 blk. of Lee Ave., on Friday, November 2nd at 11:00 p.m., officers responded to an auto theft that just occurred. Unknown suspect(s) stole a green 1999 Dodge Caravan when it was left running, unlocked, and unattended in a parking lot.
Ward 5:
Larceny
8500 blk. of Flower Ave., on Friday, November 2nd at 2:15 p.m., a female 19 was arrested for Theft Under $1000 and released, after stealing property from a female victim.
Ward 6:
Assault
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, November 4th at 2:00 a.m., a male 20, was arrested for assaulting an officer while being disorderly.
Larceny
1300 blk. of University Blvd., on Saturday, 1:01 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. An unknown female suspect removed items from a store and fled without paying.
Arrests:
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, November 4th at 5:20 p.m., a male 34 was arrested for drinking alcohol in public and released.
6300 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, November 4th at 5:20 p.m., a male 43 was arrested for trespassing.
7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, November 2nd at 6:29 p.m., a male 50 was arrested for drinking alcohol in public and released.
7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Tuesday, November 6th at 12:00 p.m., two males both 22, were arrested for having open armed robbery and 1st degree assault warrants.
7200 blk. of Flower Ave., on Friday, November 2nd at 8:58 p.m., a male 31 was arrested for disorderly conduct and failure to obey a lawful order.
8300 blk. of Flower Ave., on Friday, November 2nd at 8:00 p.m., two males 26 and 18 were arrested for possession of a handgun in a vehicle.

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Are you Over 50? Baby Boomers Needed for Focus Group - Recreation Department - Community Advisory

Takoma Park Recreation Center
7315 New Hampshire Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
301.891.7289
www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation Baby Boomers Wanted to Play
Are you over 50?
Baby Boomers Needed for Focus Group
Takoma Park is full of baby boomers – the 2010 census shows 3,504 born between 1946 and 1965 and living in the City – and although they are aging, most are loathe to be called "mature" or "senior." The old stereo types don’t fit: these folks can be physically, mentally, and socially as active as ever. For this reason, the City Council has increased the Recreation Department’s budget for programming aimed at this growing population by $4,000 in FY13. "I know there are a lot of working, semi-retired, or recently retired adults in their 50’s and 60’s that would like to participate in active programming here in Takoma Park," says Paula Lisowski, Seniors Program Manager for the City of Takoma Park. Lisowski has worked with "seniors" for the last five years, but would like to reach out to their younger demographic. "More and more folks realize that age is just a number and are looking for ways to stay active." To find out what works best for the boomers, the Recreation Department is hosting a community discussion, "Active Adults – Ages 50+." Staff and programmers will gather information through two focus groups, and then explore participant’s suggestions for programming aimed at adults ages 55 to 65.
Are you over 50?
Enthusiastic residents, ages 50 to 65, needed for two focus groups to explore recreational programming for active adults. The focus groups will take place Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue. Each focus group will include eight to ten active adult participants, ages 50 to 65, selected for an hour-long discussion.
If you are selected to participate in the focus group, you will be invited to discuss your ideas and opinions. Refreshments will be served. As a thank you for your participation, focus group members will receive a free 6-month Recreation Center fitness room membership.
If you would like to participate, contact Paula Lisowski at 301.891.7280 or
paulal@takomagov.org. Feel free to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested. Thank you for your interest!*Alternate date (in case of inclement weather): Wed, Dec 12.
The City of Takoma Park is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to fully participate in public meetings and programs. Anyone planning to attend a Takoma Park City or Recreation event or program and wishes to receive auxiliary aids, services or reasonable accommodations is invited to contact the Recreation Department at 301.891.7290 at least two (2) weeks in advance at the telephone number listed or through the Maryland Relay Service (1.800.735.2258 TTY/Voice).

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Fitness Expo 2013 - Recreation Department - Community Advisory

Takoma Park Recreation Center
7315 New Hampshire Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
301.891.7289
www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation Fitness Expo 2013
Saturday, January 5th
8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Making fitness fun and accessible is what this Fitness Expo is all about. Free and fun for all ages! Find ways to keep your News Years resolution this year.
20 minute demonstrations
Interactive presentations
Health screenings/seminars
And much more!
Mark your calendar!
The City of Takoma Park is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to fully participate in public meetings and programs. Anyone planning to attend a Takoma Park City or Recreation event or program and wishes to receive auxiliary aids, services or reasonable accommodations is invited to contact the Recreation Department at 301.891.7290 at least two (2) weeks in advance at the telephone number listed or through the Maryland Relay Service (1.800.735.2258 TTY/Voice).

Friday, November 2, 2012

Warnings Extended on New Speed Camera on Carroll Avenue due to Storm; Citations will now be issued on November 16, 2012 - 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

November 2, 2012 (10:23 a.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
On October 26, 2012, Chief Alan M. Goldberg of the Takoma Park Police Department announced that there were two (2) new portable speed cameras located in the 7400 block of Carroll Avenue; one northbound and one southbound. The new cameras began issuing warnings for violators driving 12 miles over the speed limit. Due to the storm, the warning period has been extended and citations for violators driving 12 miles over the speed limit will now be issued beginning on Friday at midnight, November 16, 2012. These additional speed cameras are part of Takoma Park Police Department’s Safe Speed Program. The objective of the program is to reduce speed, which will reduce accidents.
Below are the current sites for the City of Takoma Park Government traffic enforcement activities. The areas listed below are fixed pole enforcement speed unit sites:
7200 block of New Hampshire Avenue (southbound)
7100 block of New Hampshire Avenue (northbound)
400 block of Ethan Allen Avenue (eastbound)
500 block of Ethan Allen Avenue (westbound)
900 block of East West Highway (westbound)
There is also a portable speed camera located as follows:
900 block of eastbound University Blvd.
Any questions on the program may be directed to Safe Speed at 301.891.7138.

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 10/26/12 - 11/1/12

Ward 1:

Commercial Burglary

300 blk. of Tulip Ave., on Friday, October 26th at 11:08 p.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) broke a window to gain entry into a business, but did not steal any property.

Ward 2:

None

Ward 3:

Larceny from Vehicle

6300 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Friday, October 26th at 10:36 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Two unknown male suspects pulled their vehicle alongside the victims’ vehicle while the victim pumped gas, opened the victims unlocked vehicle door, and stole the victim’s purse, before fleeing.

Residential Burglary

Unit blk. of Jefferson Ave., on Friday, October 26th at 9:17 a.m., officers responded to a burglary in progress. Unknown suspect(s) pried open a window to gain entry into the victim’s residence and stole property.

Ward 4:

None

Ward 5:

Residential Burglary

8300 blk. of Roanoke Ave., on Wednesday, October 31st at 1:05 a.m., officers responded to a burglary in progress. Two males 21 and 19 and a female 18, were arrested for breaking into a vacant apartment.

Larceny

700 blk. of Hudson Ave., on Friday, October 26th at 7:15 a.m., officers responded to a theft that just occurred. A female 14, was arrested and released to a guardian for Theft Under $500.

Ward 6:

Robbery

1300 blk. of University Blvd., on Friday, October 26th at 4:10 p.m., officers responded to a robbery in progress. Two unknown male suspect(s) engaged an armored truck guard with gunfire as the guard was returning to the truck with a business’s proceeds. The suspects then fled the scene in a vehicle before police arrival with the proceeds. The guard was uninjured. The suspects then abandoned their vehicle and committed an armed carjacking in the 6700 blk. of Conway Ave., striking the victim several times before fleeing in the victim’s vehicle into Washington DC. The victim suffered serious injuries.

Larceny

7600 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, October 27th at 12:28 p.m., officers responded to a theft that just occurred. A male suspect entered a liquor store and took property without paying.

Auto Theft

7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Monday, October 29th at 12:47 a.m., officers responded to an attempted auto theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) pried the vehicle door open and attempted to punch the vehicle ignition, but were unsuccessful.

Arrests:

7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, October 28th at 8:12 a.m., a female 25 was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

Intersection of Kirklynn Ave., and New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, October 27th at 12:50 a.m., a male 39 was arrested for disorderly conduct.

8300 blk. of Roanoke Ave., on Friday, October 26th at 11:26 p.m., a female 24 was arrested for vandalism.

900 blk. of University Blvd., on Friday, October 26th at 12:03 a.m., a male 39 was arrested for possession of cocaine and drug paraphernalia.

7400 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Sunday, October 28th at 2:47 a.m., a female 25 was arrested for possession of marijuana.

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Tree Debris Collection - Community Advisory

The City will collect tree debris from the storm through the regular Monday yard waste collection program. Branches must be smaller than 3 inches in diameter and less than 4 feet long. Leaves, twigs and vines are collected through this weekly program as well. Items should be in large paper bags or stiff sided containers.
Branches larger than 3 inches in diameter, tree stumps or sections of tree trunks will not be collected by City crews. Residents need to arrange for removal of large tree branches or tree trucks through a private contractor.
Please note, the City cannot remove downed trees or stumps from trees located on private property. The removal of tree trunks or stumps is the responsibility of the property owner. The City will only remove downed trees that grew in the public right of way. Trees from private property cannot be removed by the City. Please do no place tree trunks or large branches from private property into the right of way for collection.
Thank you.