The Bowie Police Department is aware of social media posts referencing suspicious individuals in trench coats at the Wal Mart (3300 Crain Hwy., Bowie, Maryland) on Tuesday, May 24, 2022. No call for service was ever made regarding an incident such as this.
*Critical Missing Person*
Givanni Smith was reported missing on 6/23 at 11:55 AM. Last seen walking in the 3600 Blk of Elder Oaks Blvd in Bowie, MD, wearing blk shirt w/ white writing & black shorts. Contact Det. Stevens at 240-544-5737 or 240-544-5700.
June 7, 1:15PM: BOWIE HIGH SCHOOL ON LOCKDOWN
THE HIGH SCHOOL IS ON LOCKDOWN AT THIS TIME. FOR PICK UP, PLEASE STAY CLEAR OF THE SCHOOL FOR YOUR SAFETY, THE SAFETY OF THOSE INSIDE, AND THE POLICE OFFICERS OUTSIDE OF THE SCHOO. POLICE WILL ADVISE WHEN THE AREA IS SAFE
Motorist driving in Bowie be on alert! There are 21 new speed camera locations throughout the city. Our LT. Schwartz has some important information and guidelines that drivers need to know!
#safedriving
Dwayne A. Preston has been named the Chief of Police for the Bowie Police Department effective immediately. There will be a swearing-in ceremony for Chief Preston at the next City Council meeting on January 2, 2024.
We want to recognize Cpl. Shifflett and his K-9 Copper for their outstanding work tracking and locating a missing juvenile this past weekend.
#sevicewithintegrity
#canine
🐕
#DMV
The Bowie Police Department announces arrest in the 1/1/22 shooting on Excelsior Dr. The suspect was located on 1/26/22 in his vehicle in the 13400 block of Annapolis Rd.
VASQUEZ, Jonathan Antonio (34) was taken into custody without incident.
𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐊-𝟗
Our newest recruit is a female Bloodhound puppy, but she still needs a name!
Vote for your favorite here:
The winning name will be announced next week. Follow us to stay up-to-date on agency news and updates 👍
ARREST: Armed Carjacking
15500 Excelsior Dr.
Bowie, MD 20716
Bowie Officers have apprehended a suspect in relation to an armed carjacking incident which took place on 12/30/2022.
Arrested:
ALJULLE DELONTE SIMON, 22 years old
@ChiefBowiePD
🚨 Here's a statement from Chief Dwayne A. Preston about today's critical incident on Sudberry Lane and a video 🔗 to his press conference
#Bowie
#DMV
#Police
Huge thanks to all crews and first responders diligently working to clear trees & debris from yesterday's storm. For your safety, stay away from downed power lines. Watch out for falling tree limbs. Crews are hard at work assisting with Bowie AND surrounding areas. Thank you!
We appreciate
@JunksRadio
for having Acting Chief Preston on this morning to talk about our upcoming event “Shop With a Cop”. If you would like to make a donation, the information ℹ️ is below 👇
#dmv
#GivingBack
💙 👮♂️
It is with deepest sorrow that the Bowie Police Department announces the passing of PFC James L. Sullivan. We express our deepest sympathies to the Sullivan family and will continue to honor the life and memory of our dear friend 💙
It is with great pride that we announce the retirement of K-9 Rooster! We wholeheartedly thank you for your 6 years of faithful service to the Bowie, Maryland community and dedication to your handler, Cpl. Robert Warrington 🐾
Crime🚨 Anyone with information referencing this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Tucker
#0101
, Bowie Police Department Criminal Investigations Section, at 240-544-5756 or 240-544-5700. To report an anonymous tip, call our TIP LINE at 240-544-5770.
#DMV
#LawEnforcement
We invite you to join our Chief of Police, John Nesky, for his final Chief Chat! Before departing for the next chapter in his career,
@ChiefBowiePD
wanted to say goodbye to his staff, the city council, and the residents of Bowie.
#salute
👮
@CityofBowie
Beautiful day ☀️ Big turnout for this year’s
#Bowiefest
. It was great seeing Governor Wes Moore
@iamwesmoore
enjoying the festivities with our Chief Preston. Thank you to everyone who stopped by our tent to gather information and say hello. We truly appreciate it! 🚓💙
#Bowie
#DMV
We're thrilled to announce that our very own Lt. Joseph Rose will be the first member of the Bowie PD to attend the FBI National Academy, beginning Jan. 2022. We expect Lt. Rose to return with a rich & full experience to share with our future leaders!
Effective today, Bowie Officers have been authorized to begin wearing 9/11 20th Anniversary badges. We do so in commemoration of the attack on our great country that fateful day & to honor those who lost their lives.
#September11
#LestWeForget
#ServiceWithIntegrity
Our LT Stevenson, Cpl. Simms, and Cpl. Dollard joining Councilwoman Ingrid Watson(
@CMIngridWatson
) this morning for the grand opening of Bob’s Discount Furniture
@MyBobs
located at Free State Shopping Center.
#community
#DMV
At approximately 3:00 AM, Bowie Police were called to the 15600 block of Easthaven Court. Officers, upon arrival, noticed three occupants in a dark vehicle.
One suspect fled on foot as the two occupants in the car drove off. After a pursuit, all three juveniles were arrested.
We're absolutely thrilled to announce that the newest recruit to our Bowie PD family has arrived! 🐾
This little one, who will not be so little once she's full grown, made the journey from Virginia and is now sniffing out her new office.
"As I am scheduled for retirement later this year, this was my last
#PolarBearPlunge
as Chief of Police of Bowie, MD! I appreciate all of the support during our many plunges and events to benefit the amazing athletes of
@SpOlympicsMD
." -
@ChiefBowiePD
October is National
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
. As such, Bowie Officers have been authorized to wear our breast cancer awareness badge. Now more than ever are we reminded of those near and dear to us who have fought a courageous battle. We are still missing you deeply, Nicole💗
Our own Sgt. Wall & Sgt. Stevenson were recognized today for their stellar performance in going above and beyond the call of duty at the
@PGPDNews
Awards Ceremony this afternoon! Special thanks & congrats to all on your daily devotion to protecting our communities!
@ChiefBowiePD
Special thanks to all the family, friends, law enforcement officers, along with local and state officials who were able to attend last night’s swearing-in ceremony for Chief Dwayne A. Preston. Here are some images 📸 from the historic night.
#DMV
K-9 Rooster will side-eye anyone who doesn't wish him a happy birthday...
Join us in celebrating this good boy's FIFTH birthday! Happy birthday, dear Rooster 🥳 Looking sharp!
#HappyBirthday
#TheGoodestBoy
#theygrowupsofast
Join us in welcoming Officers Kaitlyn Dunklee, Miles Franks, & Karina Phillip to the Bowie Police Dept! All three were officially sworn in this evening before City Council members.
Welcome to the Bowie PD family! Thank you for your dedication and service to the
@Cityofbowie
Sound of shots reported near Bowie High School on Midwood Ln. No victims reported at this time. Shelter in place order at the HS and the Annex currently. We continue to investigate to ensure there is no active threat. Updates to follow.
In need of some puppy love today? Here's your fix 🐶
If you haven't voted on our new K-9's name yet, there's still time! Her name will be announced next week. Name that K-9:
It's official!
We're pleased to announce a handler has been chosen for K-9 Bailey! Officer Copper completed an agility course and interview screening, earning him a partnership with our newest K-9. But the hard work is just beginning! Congrats to Officer Copper and Bailey 🐾
In recognition of
#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth
, the Bowie Police Department has authorized the wearing of these special badges throughout the month of October. Bowie Police Department Officers purchased these badges with proceeds supporting breast cancer research 💗
At 4:00 p.m., officers were dispatched to Bowie Town Center for a shoplifting in progress. Upon arrival, officers apprehended an adult male shoplifter, and an adult female get-away driver. Both suspects were arrested and transported to the Department of Corrections.
#Bowie
#DMV
Critical Missing Person
MARSHALL, Janiyah: Last seen 2/23/21 at 1AM
Newcomb Ln., Bowie, Maryland
Yellow jacket w blue jeans & white Chuck Taylors. Believed to be in area of Southeast D.C. & is critical in age only. Have info? Contact Det. Booth at 240-544-5782 or 240-544-5700
🚨 It’s
#safetyfirst
Tuesday! Just a reminder, don’t start your 🚗 and leave it unattended. We know it’s 🥶 but don’t create bad habits because of the change in the weather!
#bewarm
and
#staysafe
#dmv
#ThankYou
to all law enforcement members who commit themselves to public safety daily 💙 We're especially grateful for our own Officers who serve the
@CityofBowie
, going above & beyond in all that they do.
Still time to thank an Officer today!
#LawEnforcementAppreciationDay
🎵Happy birthday to you!🎵
K-9 Copper celebrates his FIRST birthday today!! He told us he's monitoring this tweet to see if he can get more bday wishes than his buddy K-9 Rooster. We told him it's not a competition but... 🤷♂️
Happy first bday, Copper!
#goodboy
#oneyearold
Bowie High School is currently on lockdown for what we believe is not a credible threat. The Police Department however is investigating this matter. Please refrain from coming to the school or calling the Police Department.
M.P.O. Copper and K9 Bailey did outstanding work in tracking and locating a critical missing person this morning. Using the scent from the pillow and bed sheets, led to finding the person in less than an hour. We are proud to report the person has been safely returned home
#DMV
We truly appreciate all the positive feedback we have received from the community about last week’s Shop with a Cop 🛒👮Here’s a recap 🎥 🎞️ of the event and we look forward to seeing you next year! 🫡💙 Thanks again
@Carrabbas
@BobEvansFarms
@bjsrestaurants
@olivegarden
#dmv
The Bowie Police Dept is investigating a confirmed shooting incident which took place this morning, January 1, 2022, in the 1500 Blk of Excelsior Dr. Video footage captured the incident, partially shown here. Should you have info on this incident, contact us at 240-544-5700.
Today's collaborative Emergency Training Exercise was a success. Thank you to the Prince George's County Police Department Division II and the Prince George’s County Office of Emergency Management
Salute 🫡 to our PD, the volunteers and
@CityofBowie
Office of Emergency Management
We love these Survival Kits made by our young friends at
@SPXSchool
! 🚔 Thank you for thinking of us during Volunteer/Service Day - The goodies are already a hit with our Officers! Very much appreciated on this snowy day 🍫 Stay safe, all! 🌨️
On Friday, Dispatcher Alejandro Rodriguez along with Community Services Officers Cpl. Redmon and Cpl. Dollard attended career day at WhiteHall Elementary School 🏫
#community
💙🚓👮
#Bowie
#DMV
Bowie Police Department is pleased to introduce...
"COPPER"
Many thanks to local, Bowie elementary schools for nearly 100 name suggestions!
The winning class will receive a meet and greet with Bowie Police Department officers and this very special K9 guest!
Members of the
#BowiePD
showed up and hit the water 🥶 for the 2024 Polar Bear Plunge 🐻❄️ Outstanding job, Howard, Dollard and Dunklee 👏 👏
#polarbearplunge
After 17 years of service, Sergeant Marvain Wall is retiring from the City of Bowie Police Department. Sergeant Wall was a member of the Special Tactics and Response Team (S.T.A.R.) and, for more than eight years, served as the department’s training coordinator. We thank you for
First days can be exhausting! Our newest member arrived in town today & is already settling in 🐶 We have collected nearly all the name suggestions submitted by local elem schools around the
@CityofBowie
. Stay tuned for our poll, where you can vote on this pup's name soon!
Bowie Officers were at the Wal Mart location throughout the day on May 24, 2022, and the store was thoroughly checked. No persons matching the descriptions of unknown white male individuals in trench coats were observed.
Members of our Command Staff were active in the
#Community
today. Deputy Chief Jefferson attended the grand opening of
@raisingcanes
here in
#Bowie
and Chief Preston was in studio with the Sports Junkie
@JunksRadio
.
#DMV
K-9 Bailey strutted her stuff in the Annapolis St. Patrick's Day Parade this past weekend! She and handler Officer Copper were invited to attend with the Chesapeake K-9 Fund, a non-profit organization which supports and raises awareness for law enforcement Officers and their K9s!
Store management also confirmed to officers on scene that no individuals matching these descriptions were observed. We want to reiterate that the Bowie Police Department takes very seriously any threat to human life or threats of mass violence.
Congratulations to the officers celebrating their service anniversary this month! Officer Dunklee, Chief Preston, Cpl Simms and Officer Phillip! 💙 🚓 🫡
#servicewithintegrity
#lawenforcement
#dmv
🚨OUTSTANDING WORK done by our Criminal Investigative Unit. Four days after committing this crime, the suspect was identified, arrested and now faces the listed charges.
#lawenforcement
#dmv
Great Weather ☀️ ✅ Great Participation ✅ Great Race/Walk 🏃♂️🏃♀️ ✅ Great Event ✅ 🫡
@green_bowie
Great way to celebrate our
#veterans
🇺🇸 💙 Annual 5K
#DMV
Special Thanks
@BTMSTigers
Leo Club for cheering 📣 on our participants 💪
On Veterans Day, we salute our brave men and women for their service to the country. Cpl. Janet Dollard served in the United States Air Force and shared her thoughts on the significance of this day.
#Veterans
#military
#Salute
#dmv
🫡🇺🇸💙
It's just a little after 9PM.. have you removed all valuables from your vehicle? Are all doors/windows to your home locked? Start a
#9PMRoutine
to help us prevent crime!
@PascoSheriff
@9PMRoutine1
Additionally, our officers are on increased patrols at local schools today. If you see something, say something. Contact 9-1-1 in the event of any emergency. Our Communications Center is always available and can be reached at 240-544-5700
🚨It’s time to recognize members of our department. We 🫡 the following officers on their service anniversary: Franks, Anderson-Tippett, Paz and Moten. Congratulations 👏 💙
✅ your 🗓️ each week for M.O.D. Thursday
#lawenforcement
#service
#dmv
**ARREST**
With the help of the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force, the Bowie Police Department has arrested Charles Conde Jr., who had several outstanding warrants for handgun related crimes committed within the city.
🚨Chief Dwayne A. Preston will hold his first "Community Matters" Town Hall on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, from 7-9 pm at the Covington Community Center 3750 Elder Oaks Blvd, Bowie, Maryland 20716.
#DMV
#CommunityEngagement
#LawEnforcement
🫡 Recognizing M.P.O. Mullens(L) and Cpl Foote(R) on National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! Thank you for all that you do! 📚 🏫 📐 ✏️
#DMV
#Community
#Together
A message from Chief Dwayne A. Preston inviting all Bowie residents to join us on Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at Allen Pond Park for
#NationalNightOut
🚓💙
#Bowie
#DMV
Happy New Year to all! It is our honor to continue to serve all in Bowie and beyond this upcoming year 🎉 Stay safe and call us if you need us! 240-544-5700