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CRITICAL MISSING: 14-year-old Adrien Pleas, autistic and may not verbally respond if approached. Left home alone 6/28; last seen near 41st and Queensberry wearing this red shirt, blue shorts and black shoes. Please do not approach him. Call 301-985-5050 with info.
Pls retweet.
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MISSING: For the 2nd night in a row, 14 y.o. Adrien Pleas was not home with his family. He has autism and is partially verbal. He does not usually go out alone, but he studies maps and may have taken a train or bus from Hyattsville to DC. He is 5'8", 140 lbs.
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Thanks,
@shomaristone
and
@nbcwashington
for highlighting the happy ending to yesterday's harrowing search for a missing teen with autism. We are so grateful a caring citizen knew just what to do when she saw him!
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ALERT: The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is actively tracking a bear in the DC area. Early this morning, a resident reported seeing the bear near 38th and Longfellow in Hyattsville.
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Today was a day filled with both sadness and warmth at Riverdale Elementary School. In response to the heartbreaking loss of two beloved students, we joined the
@CalvertSheriff
and the
@PGFDNews
along with their incredible K9s to come together to offer support and comfort.
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UPDATE: 11:30 pm 7/18- Adrien was located at his school and has been reunited with his family. Thank you for all of the retweets!
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Do you recognize these men? They are suspects in the armed robbery of a Brinks armored truck at the Truist Bank in the 3400 block of East-West Hwy yesterday afternoon. If you have any information please call Hyattsville PD at 301-985-5060.
@HyattsvilleMD
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GREAT NEWS: Critical Missing Adriene Please has been found in Washington DC and is safe with his mom. Thanks to all of you for being vigilant in this search.
Please retweet.
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Hyattsville Police confirm a shooting death at the Mall at Prince George’s around 4:00 p.m. The victim was a man who was pronounced dead at the scene. Officers do not believe this was a random act. The mall and surrounding areas are secure.
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CRITICAL MISING FOUND: 7/18 11:30 PM- Adrien Pleas was found in good condition inside of a building in Prince George's County. Police immediately reunited him with his family.
Additional info to come. Thanks for your retweets to help bring Adrien home.
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HPD is responding to a report of shots fired at the Mall at Prince George's. Please avoid the area. More info as it becomes available.
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After ten years of dedicated service to the City of Hyattsville and beyond, K9 Dino is retiring.
Dino came to the Hyattsville Police Department in 2013 and was partnered with Corporal Hodges, his handler.
~a thread~
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🎓Congratulations Northwestern Wildcats✨A/Sgt Evans & PFC Lucas, who serve as School Resource Officers & are part of our Community Action Team along with K9 Nola, attended commencement for the Class of 2022. We’re so proud of you & wish you nothing but the best! Way to go! ✨🎓
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Northwestern High School is currently on lockdown as a precaution following an incident believed to have happened on the school field around 1pm. Police on scene. Please do not go to the school. Stand by for more updates.
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Heading home after his shift but still in uniform, Ofc. Cherry stopped to help a woman in a mental health crisis, resulting in her voluntarily going to a hospital for treatment. We couldn't be prouder of Ofc. Cherry's commitment to duty. That's HPD!
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Please see the attached press release from the City of Hyattsville Police Department with details about today's shooting death at the Mall at Prince George's. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call the Prince George’s County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.
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He was wearing this same red t-shirt and blue basketball shorts. He may be barefoot, carrying a black mesh backpack and a blue and red blanket. He does not have a cell phone and the personal tracking device his parents purchased for him is still at home. Please help us find him.
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Officers are investigating a strong arm robbery that occurred this afternoon inside the Mall at Prince George's. Two males assaulted another male after he bought a pair of Nike Air Jordan 11 'Cool Grey' sneakers, approx. $300. Suspects escaped with the Nikes. Info? 301-985-5060
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At 12:15 pm, out of an abundance of caution, Northwestern HS went into lockdown. HPD is on the scene. No injuries are reported. Please avoid the area to prevent road congestion and an interruption in police activity.
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Happening Now:
Hyattsville Middle School is on lockdown while we investigate reports of a potential security threat. More information will be released as it becomes available.
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A traffic stop led the arrest of an 18-year-old Lanham, MD man with 2 firearms & cannabis. The man, stopped for traffic violations on March 10 just before 11 pm, was found to have a loaded 9 mm Kel Tec Sub-2000 carbine rifle & a loaded 9mm Taurus G2 handgun.
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🇺🇦 We are proud to share we have donated 10 expired ballistic vests for medical workers & civilian defenders in Lviv, Ukraine. These vests can no longer be used by us due to liability but still provide protection. Proud to support Ukraine in defense of an unjust invasion 🇺🇦
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Northwestern High School is on lockdown after a stabbing at a nearby apartment complex outside of the City of Hyattsville. HPD and PGPD are on the scene. No additional information about the victim or suspect is available at this time. Please avoid the area.
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Today we recognize the police officers who serve in schools, building relationships with students and staff & keeping schools safe. Cpl Lucas, Lt Evans (and Nola the Facility Dog) are among the best SROs in the country! Thank you to school resource officers everywhere! 👮♂️👮♀️🐾
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We are investigating a fatal accident in the 4300 block of East West Highway involving a car and a motorcycle. Motorcyclist has been pronounced dead. We are working to identify the victim. Eastbound East West Highway is closed as an investigation is underway.
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He was ultimately detained and an investigation by officers led to the discovery of a loaded handgun and a large quantity of Xanax and Oxycodone pills.
We're grateful for the officer’s attention to detail and due diligence.
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NOTICE: HPD confirms a shooting on the 2900 block of Belcrest Center Drive at approximately 9:00 p.m. One person was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Please avoid the area. Additional details will be shared as they become available.
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Although, a better option than illegal fireworks displays or celebratory gunfire.
for all of you planning to ring in the new year by flushing your toilets at midnight that’s really not necessary
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While on a call for service, this young man came up to us very intrigued by our gear. The young man's grandmother asked if he wanted to take a photo with us to which he eagerly responded yes.💙 Inspiring our youth is one of the reasons we choose to serve & protect
@HyattsvilleMD
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Proactive policing leads to an arrest and recovery of a gun in the 3500 block of East West Highway. An officer suspected a teen was carrying a gun in the food court. The officer detained and arrested the teen. There were no injuries. The area is safe as this incident is ending.
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Hyattsville Police is on the scene of a shooting of a juvenile male in the 3500 block of Carnaby Street. Updates to be provided
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CRITICAL MISSING UPDATE: 7/11 9:45 pm- 14-year-old Adrien Pleas returned home on his own. He is uninjured and safe.
Thanks to everyone who retweeted this morning's post.
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This is not an active threat and the scene is secure at this time. Please continue to avoid the area.
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K9 Nola & Sgt Chris Evans responded to a Northwestern HS student dealing with a painful loss. Afterwards she said, "I didn't want to get up today, but I saw Nola and became happy because Nola creates happiness."
Based on that endorsement, we've identified Nola's super power 🦸♂️🦮
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@HyattsvilleMD
Crimefighters, we your need help! Yesterday, Thurs., May 2, we shared info about a case where a 17 y/o was stabbed near the 3500 blk of Carnaby St. Both suspects were last seen running towards Toledo Terrace & should be considered armed and dangerous. (1/3)
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A big WELCOME to Hyattsville's new Police Chief Jarod Towers! Join us for his public swearing-in ceremony on Thursday at 3 pm, King Memorial Park (4200 Gallatin St.), or meet Chief Towers at
@VigilanteCoffee
in Hyattsville for Coffee with a Cop this Wed., from 9-10 am!
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Thursday evening, HCPD officers responded to report of gun shots near the 5300 block of Baltimore Ave. No one was injured but 7 bullets hit 3 businesses and an apartment building along Jefferson St. and 45th Ave. More details at
Crime tips? 301-985-5060
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UPDATE: HCPD officers have cleared the area surrounding Northwestern High School and students have returned to their regular class schedule. No one was injured but detectives are continuing to investigate.
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The City of Hyattsville is excited to announce the selection of Cheverly Police Chief Jarod J. Towers as the new Chief of Police for the Hyattsville Police Department. .
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Due to the sound of gun shots in the area and out of an abundance of caution, Northwestern High School is currently on lockdown. HCPD is on scene. No injuries have been reported. Please avoid the area.
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JUST IN: We are currently on the scene of a critical motorcycle collision on the 3500 Block of East West Highway. The westbound side of east/west highway is closed from Belcrest Rd to the entrance of the mall.
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St. Nick understandably gets a bit busy this time of year, so we’ve made it an annual tradition to partner with law enforcement across the area to help ensure kids in our community have a holiday to remember.
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We are on scene for a death investigation in the 3600 block of Kirkwood Place. Please avoid the area while investigators work. More information to follow as it’s available.
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At approx. 9 am, officers responded to a report of someone tampering with vehicles in a parking lot on Nicholson St. As officers approached the suspect's vehicle, the driver took off at a high rate of speed, ran a stop sign at Ager Rd. and crashed into a ride-share car with
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Our hearts are broken learning the devastating news from our brothers and sisters
@carolinesheriff
. Corporal (Cpl) Lucas L. Nagel, a 6-year law enforcement veteran of the Sheriff’s Office, lost his battle with PTSD tragically & took his own life on December 31, 2022. (Continued)
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K9 Nola, K9 Dougall and K9 Blaze visited each classroom, bringing moments of joy and solace to the students and staff during this difficult time. A special thank you to Principal Riley and
@RiverdaleParkPD
Chief Rosa Guixens for inviting us.
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2 adults and 2 children. The driver and children were not injured. The adult passenger reported hip pain and was taken to a hospital. Officers arrested the suspect at the scene. At least 2 vehicles at the Nicholson St. parking lot were broken into. Police are still investigating.
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He has no idea we're posting this, so hopefully we don't get the keys to the socials taken away but here goes...
Happy birthday, Chief Towers! Thank you for all you do for the City of Hyattsville Police Department! 🎂
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Hyattsville Police have apprehended a suspect involved in shootings in the area around Driskell Park. The suspect is in custody and there is no active threat to the community. More information will be shared as it becomes available. Follow this thread for updates.
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We understand why parents rush to a school when there's a lockdown. Many of us are parents too & all of us are concerned about our schools' students & staff. But here are 4 reasons we ask you to stand by until it's all clear or respond to a reunification center if told to do so:
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One gun recovered from a 19-year-old who fled a traffic stop, a ghost gun recovered from a woman prohibited from having it for multiple convictions & a protective order against her. 2 guns, 2 people who had no business having them, each arrest leaving Hyattsville a little safer.
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🚨 BOLO: Critical missing 15-year old Jeremiah James Johnson, last seen on the 2700 block of Nicholson St. on 6/15 at approx. 4 p.m. wearing black pants, a black T shirt with a Huncho House logo & black shoes. Jeremiah is autistic.
Please call (301) 985-5050 with info
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Cpl Benjamin stopped a 🚘 with a headlight out. The driver had bought a new 💡 but didn’t know how to install it. What did Cpl Benjamin do? You got it. He replaced it for her. Because at HPD, our goal is helping people. And thanks, Sgt Nemser, for bringing this to our attention!
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We said farewell & happy retirement this week to Lt. Alexander after more than 40 years of service to the
@HyattsvilleMD
. There were hugs & high fives while we congratulated our friend on four decades of service! Learn more about Lt. Alexander's career at
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Last night, November 27, 2022, just after 8 p.m., Hyattsville Police (HYP) Communications received a call from a home for an armed person. When officers arrived, they learned the suspect was asleep in his room with a short barreled AR-15 Style Rifle (continued)
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Incident took place on the football field. No injuries. School remains on lockdown as a precaution.
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Today and Thurs., HPD officers revived 4 teens who overdosed on narcotics. With these cases we want you to be aware of the national trend of Fentanyl being added to drugs and counterfeit meds. Fentanyl is causing sudden overdose and death. Read more here:
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At about 10:40 am officers responded to the football field at Northwestern High School for the report of gunshots. Evidence of shots fired but no injuries/damage reported. We have reason to believe shots were fired due to a dispute between 2 groups.
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Hyattsville Police is investigating an armed robbery of a Brinks armored truck at the Truist Bank in the 3400 block of East-West Highway. At 4:10 pm the Brinks employee was taking cash out of ATM when they were approached by two armed men.
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Hyattsville, we want to let you know the automated speed camera program has returned. It was paused earlier this year because of a vendor change.
There was an update to the law that allows speed cameras in residential areas. Speed cameras will be at the following locations...
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We want to thank
@MSNBC
and
@AliVelshi
for highlighting the good work our officers do every day. Our new Mental Health and Wellness Program is adding to their early academy training and the
#compassion
they already bring to the table.
This
@HyattsvillePD
officer responded to a mental health emergency in a way that should make us all proud. In an effort to connect, Edgar Andrickson-Franco sat down on the ground and earned trust with the man he was sent to help.
#velshi
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Around 11:30 a.m. a Northwestern HS teacher reported a student in the school appeared to have a weapon. HPD officers located 3 teens: 1 student had brass knuckles + bullets. Two of the 3 face school admin action. 1 is not a student, faces charges. No school lockdown. No injuries.
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WELCOME HOME! On Friday, Chief Towers & A/Lt. Gray represented our agency at the Junior Tennis Champions Center and welcomed home Hyattsville native, Frances Tiafoe.🎾 He came home to a big crowd after an impressive performance at the U.S. Open Tennis Championship.🏆
#Hyattsville
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Both the carjacking attempts resulted in the victims being shot. The suspect was also shot during the second attempted carjacking at 36th & Farragut St. The suspect was taken into custody by Hyattsville police officers. The victims & suspect have been transported to the hospital.
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We are grateful for this coverage highlighting the good work done by Officers Andrickson-Franco and Officer Gaskill. Their actions represent the kind of effort HCPD officers make every day to help people in our community.
#compassion
Police Officers Deescalate Situation, Offer Compassion to Man in Behavioral Crisis in Hyattsville, Maryland.
@nbcwashington
’s Shomari Stone Reports. VIDEO
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It was an honor to be a part of today's efforts to heal and support the community. Our hearts are with everyone at Riverdale Elementary during this challenging period.
We believe in the power of unity and compassion, and today was a testament to that.
#PawsForHealing
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HPD is investigating the deaths of three men found unconscious and not breathing last night on the 5700 block of Queens Chapel Road. Read the press release for additional details.
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Pride month is an opportunity for us to continue to share personal stories of our officers here at the City of Hyattsville Police Department. In her own words, hear what Pride month means to Acting Corporal Hernandez personally and professionally.
#Pride
#PrideMonth
#Hyattsville
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The Hyattsville City Police Department is mourning the loss of its beloved K-9 “Knox."
Knox was a six-year-old Belgian Malinois who proudly served the department for five years. His unexpected death came on February 12, 2024.
More information 👇
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HPD arrested a District Heights man for impersonating a police officer & weapons offenses. The suspect, 53-yr-old Robert Muschette Jr., had a police-style badge, loaded handgun, ballistic vest, ammunition, handcuffs, apparel with "police" on it & red & blue emergency lights.
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Beacon. Trailblazer. Hall of famer.
That's Desi Holland.
This week, she was honored for her incredible achievements and was inducted into the Super Plunger Hall of Fame, an event that she championed for 19 years. See more of this wonderful honor here:
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Pfc. Jermaine Browne was awarded January Officer of the Month for, during a foot patrol, disrupting a motorcycle theft, chasing down a suspect & recovering a "ghost" gun from the man, a convicted felon. That's keeping the City of Hyattsville safe.
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A press conference will be held at approximately 11 a.m. for an update on the attempted armored car robbery & shooting that took place in the 6400 block of East West Highway. The set-up will be at the commercial parking lot, near the pedestrian bridge.
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At approx. 1 a.m. Saturday, officers responded to the sound of gunshots and found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in the 5300 block of Queens Chapel Road. The victim later died at an area hospital. This is the city's first homicide of 2020.
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Good evening,
@HyattsvilleMD
and beyond. During this season of Thanksgiving, we’re taking time to ask members of our agency what they are most thankful for. Tonight, Lt. Ratty shares what he’s most grateful for this time of year. 💛🦃🚔
#Hyattsville
#Thankful
#Thanksgiving
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Today we announce the resignation of City of Hyattsville Police Chief Amal Awad, effective Dec. 16. Chief Awad has accepted an offer to lead
@AACOPD
. Click here for more information with details to live stream the 5pm news conference.
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🚨A press release regarding the attempted vehicle robbery and shooting that occurred in the City of Hyattsville earlier this morning can now be found at .
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Did you all see this sunset tonight? We hope you’re having a start to 2023 that’s just as brilliant. Sunset or sunrise, we’re here if you need us.
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An attempted armored car robbery has occurred at the commercial property on the 6400 block of East West Highway. Police are on the scene. Avoid area until notice.
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We wish you and your family a very happy and safe
#NewYear
on behalf of Chief Towers and the men and women of the Hyattsville Police Department. ✨🚔🎉
#NewYear2023
#Hyattsville
#Maryland
#HyattsvilleMD
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Meet Linzer, our new 1-yr-old Golden/Lab mix, from
@canineorg
🐾🌟He's ready to advocate for child victims & engage in community outreach with furever partner, Cpl. Lucas. Don't miss his debut at the
@HyattsvilleMD
's festival Saturday. Follow @ K9Linzer_hpd on Instagram for more!
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CONGRATULATIONS! Today
@HyattsvilleMD
held a swearing-in ceremony for Deputy Chief Lanham. DC Lanham began her new role with our agency Jan 17th. She’ll oversee our daily operations, administration, and have personnel responsibilities. Congratulations, DC Lanham! Welcome aboard!
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We are investigating an armed carjacking that took place at 5:55am in the 3500 block of East West Hwy. Victim was in her 2016 silver Nissan Rogue (MD tag 2DT5949) when she was boxed in by 3 vehicles. 1 suspect pointed a rifle at her and pulled her out of the vehicle.
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As our country grapples to understand how someone could do the unthinkable and murder a teacher and elementary school students in Texas, we want to provide reassurance to those we have sworn to serve and protect in the City of Hyattsville.
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Today (9/14) at approximately 12:10 pm, a staff member at Northwestern High School notified police of a man on the property of the school who appeared to be recording students on a phone near the football field.
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We have positive news to share:
A suspect connected to July's non-contact shooting in a busy business and residential area has been arrested.
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At 8:38 am, HCPD officers responded to a bomb threat at Felegy Elementary School on Editors Park Dr. School staff evacuated students to Orem Middle School. At approx. 10:30 am HCPD officers deemed the building safe and Felegy reopened.
Call 301-985-5060 with tips on this case.
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Sometimes you just need someone to talk to. ❤️ It's why we're here,
@HyattsvilleMD
. Recently, we responded to Social Services for a man in crisis. Homeless, hungry and in pain, our officers made a connection and got him help. Read the whole story at
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🚨BREAKING: Around 3:20 pm, HPD responded to the 3500 block of Carnaby Streets for reports of a 17-year-old male that had been stabbed. We are actively investigating the incident. Please avoid the area at this time.
More to follow.
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We’re investigating several carjackings that have happened in
@HyattsvilleMD
. There are several things you can do to help deter a carjacking from happening to you. (Continued in tweet below ⬇️)
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Chief Towers and Lieutenant Ratty were humbled to join
@GovLarryHogan
on Monday at the State House. The Governor welcomed more than 100 Maryland state troopers and state and local law enforcement officers for Law Enforcement Appreciation Day to thank them for their service.
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Do you enjoy Slurpees? How about FREE Slurpees? 😁 🚔
@7eleven
has donated free Slurpee coupons for our officers to hand out as part of ‘Operation Chill.’ The program allows our agency to "ticket" youngsters for doing good deeds or showing positive behavior.
#OperationChill
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🐾🐕
#NationalPoliceK9Day
gives us a chance to introduce you to our 4-legged crime-fighting partners! 🐕🐾 Jump over to our Facebook page at to learn more about K9 Rudy, K9 Nash, K9 Knox, K9 Dino and K9 Nola!
#HyattsvilleMD
#Hyattsville
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CRITICAL MISSING: 14 yo Adrien Pleas, last seen at home in Hyattsville @ 7:30 am. He has autism and may not verbally respond. Last seen wearing this red shirt, blue shorts, blk sneakers. Known to ride the bus alone. Please don't approach him. Call if you see him. Please retweet.
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Empowering. Inspiring. Leading by example.
That's our team here at HPD. Across all aspects of our department, the women who serve
@HyattsvilleMD
are some of the most incredible, honorable and compassionate public servants we know.
#InternationalWomensDay
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While we’ve shared with you the sad news of opioid overdoses throughout the region, we're doing all we can to address the impacts of this epidemic within our community. Officers are now carrying Narcan, a quick & safe way to counter an overdose in its early stages & save lives.
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🚨PLEASE SHARE🚨We’re searching for Andrea Jasmin Canales Iglesias, 13, last seen in the 3500 blk of East West Hwy, Hyattsville, April 18, at about 4:30pm. She’s 5’0’’, 135lbs & last seen wearing a black sweater, khaki pants, & black Crocs. Call (301) 985-5060 with any info.
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The air temperature may have been 28 degrees but that didn’t stop the men and women of the Hyattsville Police Department from taking a swim in the Chesapeake Bay for the annual Police Plunge on Friday! 🐻❄️❄️🌊
(Continued)
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We were honored to join the remembrance & celebration of life of Sheriff Melvin High today. We are thankful for Sheriff High's longstanding dedication to the communities in Prince George's County & offer our condolences to his family, friends & everyone at
@PGSheriff_PIO
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