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It is with heavy hearts that the Prince George’s County Police Department’s School Crossing Guard Unit announces the passing of Ms. Betty Heck. Ms. Heck began her career with the Crossing Guard Unit in April of 2006, dedicating more than 20 years of service ensuring the safety of the children and families of @pgcps. Rain or shine, day after day she showed up with purpose. Her years of commitment will forever be a part of the Crossing Guard Unit’s legacy. We extend our deepest condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.
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FOUND: Amy has been located safely and in good health. Thank you for sharing.
MISSING: 12-year-old Amy Yanes Martinez was last seen on 11/5/26 at approximately 7:50 pm in the 6700 block of Industrial Drive in Beltsville. Amy is 5’0’’ and about 80 pounds. She was last seen wearing a black jacket, cream shirt, blue jeans and black shoes. If located, please call 911.
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MISSING: 12-year-old Amy Yanes Martinez was last seen on 11/5/26 at approximately 7:50 pm in the 6700 block of Industrial Drive in Beltsville. Amy is 5’0’’ and about 80 pounds. She was last seen wearing a black jacket, cream shirt, blue jeans and black shoes. If located, please call 911.
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FOUND: Amy has been located safely and in good health. Thank you for sharing.
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ROAD CLOSURE: As of 4:15 pm, Old Baltimore Pike between Mid Cities Avenue and Muirkirk Road is closed due to a crash investigation. Please follow police direction. #MDTraffic
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ROAD RE-OPENED: As of 5:15 pm, All lanes on Old Baltimore Pike have been re-opened.
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Congratulations to our Retail Theft Task Force for being recognized by the Mid-Atlantic Organized Retail Crime Alliance as Law Enforcement Team of the Year and for closing the Case of the Year! Detectives O’Connell and Coiner accepted the awards on behalf of the Task Force, whose diligent work does not go unnoticed, helping businesses of all sizes—from mom-and-pop shops to major retail chains—thrive in Prince George’s County. #FirstToServe
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🎶 “I just wanna dance!” But one distraction can change everything. Whether walking or driving, we ask that you stay alert, avoid distractions, and keep our roads safe. #FirstToServe #PedestrianSafety #DMV
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FOUND: Mr. Johnson has been safely located. Thank you for sharing.
MISSING: 71-year-old Frederick Johnson was last seen on 11/04/26 at approximately 8:30 am in the 1900 block of Nova Avenue in Capitol Heights. Mr. Johnson is 5’8’’ and 135 pounds. He was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, two pairs of black sweatpants, and green shoes. If located, please call 911.
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MISSING: 71-year-old Frederick Johnson was last seen on 11/04/26 at approximately 8:30 am in the 1900 block of Nova Avenue in Capitol Heights. Mr. Johnson is 5’8’’ and 135 pounds. He was last seen wearing a white T-shirt, two pairs of black sweatpants, and green shoes. If located, please call 911.
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FOUND: Mr. Johnson has been safely located. Thank you for sharing.
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The PGPD’s Homicide Unit have charged the suspect wanted for fatally shooting a teenage girl and injuring a second teenage girl in Langley Park on Tuesday. MORE: pgpolice.blogspot.com/2026/1…
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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Tuesday afternoon. The victim is 24-year-old Chrystopher Hagans of Landover. pgpolice.blogspot.com/2026/1…
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FATAL SHOOTING: Officers responded to the 1900 block of Belle Haven Drive at approximately 12:25 p.m. Once on scene, they located an adult male inside an apartment building suffering from a gunshot wound(s). He was pronounced deceased on scene. Detectives are on scene working to establish suspect(s) and a motive in this case. Anyone with information is asked to contact Homicide Unit detectives at 301-516-2512.
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SHOOTING INVESTIGATION: Officers and detectives are responding to a shooting that occurred at approximately 12:25 pm in the 1900 block of Belle Haven Drive in the Landover area. Additional information will be shared as it’s confirmed.
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The PGPD’s Homicide Unit is searching for the suspect(s) wanted in connection to a shooting that left one victim dead and another injured in the Langley Park area early Tuesday morning. MORE: pgpolice.blogspot.com/2026/1…
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UPDATE 11/03/26:  The victim in this fatal shooting has been identified as 55-year-old Derrick Bowen of Forestville. If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call 301-516-2512.
Our Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Thursday morning in Landover. The victim, an adult male, will be identified once his family has been located and notified. MORE: pgpolice.blogspot.com/2026/1…
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