Thursday, November 15, 2012

Theft from Auto - Community Advisory

On November 15, 2012, at approximately 10:00 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 1000 block of Linden Avenue for reports of a theft from auto that occurred sometime between November 14 at 9:00 p.m. and November 15 at 8:00 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered the vehicle by breaking the passenger side door window and took property.
Investigation continues under case #12056197. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.

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Takoma Park Police Department Weekly Crime Report: 11/9/12 - 11/15/12

Ward 1:
None
Ward 2:
Larceny from Vehicle
6800 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, November 10th at 11:54 a.m., officers responded to a theft that just occurred. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
6800 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Saturday, November 10th at 4:07 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole property.
1100 blk. of Linden Ave., on Thursday, November 15th at 8:00 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) broke a vehicle window to gain entry and stole property.
Ward 3:
Larceny from Vehicle
6600 blk. of Allegheny Ave., on Tuesday, November 13th at 8:02 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked vehicle and stole a GPS unit and other property.
6500 blk. of Second Ave., on Sunday, November 11th at 11:21 a.m., officers responded to a theft that occurred earlier. Unknown suspect(s) entered a vehicle by prying the window and stole property.
Ward 4:
Assault
7600 blk. of Maple Ave., on Sunday, November 11th at 2:45 p.m., officers responded to an assault that just occurred. A male and female assaulted each other during an argument that turned physical. No arrests were made.
Ward 5:
None
Ward 6:
Commercial Burglary
7500 blk. of New Hampshire Ave., on Tuesday, November 13th at 8:07 a.m., officers responded to a burglary that occurred overnight. Unknown suspect(s) broke a storefront window and stole two bicycles.
Arrests:
1300 blk. of University Blvd., on Monday, November 12th at 6:00 p.m., a male 30 was arrested for prescription fraud.
6500 blk. of Fourth Ave., on Tuesday, November 13th at 8:22 p.m., a male 31 was arrested for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.
Intersection of New Hampshire Ave. and Ethan Allen Ave., on Sunday, November 11th at 2:00 a.m., three males 31, 18, and 18 were arrested for possession of a handgun, possession of marijuana, possession of paraphernalia, and theft under $1,000.
Intersection of Sligo Creek Pkwy. and Houston Ave., on Friday, November 9th at 7:38 p.m., a male 23 was arrested for hit and run, driving with a revoked license, and related charges.
7700 blk. of Maple Ave., on Friday, November 9th at 4:30 p.m., a male 64 was arrested for having an open 2nd degree rape and sex offense warrant.

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Theft from Auto - Community Advisory

On November 13, 2012, Takoma Park Police responded to the 6600 block of Allegheny Avenue for reports of a theft from auto that occurred sometime between November 12 at 7:30 p.m. and November 13 at 7:00 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and stole property.
Investigation continues under case #12055786. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.

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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.

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Arrest Made of Juvenile for Rogue and Vagabond – 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 13, 2012 (12:12 p.m.)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Chief Alan M. Goldberg of the Takoma Park Police Department announces the arrest of a 17 year old male juvenile of Washington, D.C., for rogue and vagabond.
On November 8, 2012, at approximately 11:18 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the area of Second Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland, for the report of a subject breaking into a vehicle. A description of the subject was broadcast for look-out. The victim surprised the victim when he was caught attempting to break into the vehicle and fled on foot running northbound on Second Avenue towards Spring Street. A perimeter of the area was established. A subject matching the description of the look-out was stopped in the area of Fifth Avenue and Orchard Avenue. Investigation revealed that the subject in custody was the person being sought.
The juvenile was charged with rogue and vagabond and released to the custody of his parent.

Theft from Auto - Community Advisory

On November 10, 2012, Takoma Park Police responded to the 6800 block of New Hampshire Avenue (parking lot) for reports of a theft from auto that occurred sometime between 1:30 a.m and 4:07 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and stole property.
Investigation continues under case #12055347. 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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* Type TPPDTIP at the beginning of your message.

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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.

Commercial Burglary - Community Advisory

On November 13, 2012, at approximately 8:00 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 7500 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Salvation Army) for reports of a burglary that occurred sometime between November 12 at 8:00 p.m. and November 13 at 8:00 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) made forced entry into the business by smashing out the front window. Property was taken.
Investigation continues under case #12055784. 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.

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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.

Commercial Burglary - Community Advisory

On November 13, 2012, at approximately 8:00 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 7500 block of New Hampshire Avenue (Salvation Army) for reports of a burglary that occurred sometime between November 12 at 8:00 p.m. and November 13 at 8:00 a.m. Unknown suspect(s) made forced entry into the business by smashing out the front window. Property was taken.
Investigation continues under case #12055784. 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.