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Detectives Investigate Homicide in Capitol Heights

March 9, 2017, 8:19 am
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Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Capitol Heights late Wednesday night. The victim is 31-year-old Timothy Wimbush of W Street in Southeast Washington. A cash reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On March 8th, at about 11:25 pm, a citizen flagged down an officer on patrol in the 5200 block of Marlboro Pike. The officer found the victim in a parking lot suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives are working to identify a motive and suspect in this fatal shooting.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text, “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online.


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Suspect in Suitland Homicide in Custody

March 9, 2017, 10:27 am
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Charles Romain

A suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting Tuesday in Suitland is in custody. The suspect is 24-year-old Charles Romain of Madison Street in Alexandria. He’s charged with the fatal shooting of 29-year-old Lafeal Sinclair of Maryland Avenue in the District.

On March 7th, at about 2:10 pm, patrol officers responded to the 3900 block of Suitland Road for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, they discovered the victim outside in a parking lot suffering from several gunshot wounds. He was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead a short time later.

Preliminarily, the motive appears to be a drug-related robbery.

Romain was arrested last night in Alexandria by officers with the Alexandria Police Department and the Alexandria Sheriff. Romain is charged with first and second degree murder.  He is in Alexandria awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County.


Anyone with information is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go towww.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.
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PGPD Investigates Fatal Collision in Landover

March 9, 2017, 1:46 pm
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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Landover. The victim killed in the collision was just 9-weeks old. Her family has asked us not to release her name.

On March 2nd, around 9:35 pm, patrol officers were called to the 9200 block of Landover Road for a crash involving two cars. The infant was taken to a hospital with injuries. She died on March 4th. The driver of the car carrying the baby suffered what preliminarily appear to be non-life-threatening injuries and has been released from the hospital. The second car had three occupants. The driver declined to be transported to the hospital. The two passengers suffered what also appear to be non-life-threatening injuries.

The preliminary investigation reveals the car carrying the victim was traveling on Landover Road and was attempting to turn onto I-495. As that car was turning, it was struck by the second car which was traveling in the opposite direction on Landover Road. The victim was in a child safety seat at the time of the collision. The driver of the second car remained on the scene.

Anyone with information on this collision is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS, text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.
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Officers Rush to Evacuate Family in Raging House Fire

March 10, 2017, 12:56 pm
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There’s no such thing as routine patrol in policing. Shortly before 1:00 am this morning, an officer assigned to our Clinton station was patrolling on Brandywine Road when he spotted a fire on the back porch of a house on Symposium Way. The flames were quickly spreading into the home itself. The officer, Corporal Glen Caradori, called for backup, jumped out of his cruiser and raced to the house. He immediately began to pound on the front door to try to alert anyone who may be inside. When no one immediately responded, he began to break out window panes on the door in attempt to get inside. That’s when an adult in the home woke up and was able to alert others inside. A total of 6 people were in the home, including four adults and a 10-year-old child and three-week old baby. Thankfully, the six occupants safely escaped the fire. Our officers also ran to the neighbors to alert them– siding was melting on two of  the neighboring homes. Our six officers on scene were not hurt. The fire department arrived soon after and was able to quickly extinguish the flames.

Here is an edited-down version of the police radio transmission from the scene. From the time the officer made notification to communications to the time the family was safely escorted out of the house was 5 minutes. 



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Detectives Arrest Suspect in District Heights Homicide

March 13, 2017, 9:13 am
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Sedrick Stokes
The Homicide Unit arrested a suspect in connection with a recent homicide in District Heights. The suspect is 27-year-old Sedrick Stokes of the 4500 block of 23rd Parkway in Temple Hills. He’s charged with the fatal shooting of 46-year-old Nathan Slye Jr., of Pearl Drive in Suitland.

On March 3rd, at about 12:25 pm, officers were called to the 3000 block of Great Oak Drive for the report of a shooting. Officers found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital where he died a short time later.

Preliminarily, detectives believe the motive is robbery. The suspect and victim were acquaintances.

Stokes is charged with first and second degree murder. He’s in custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status. 

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text, “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online.
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PGPD Investigates Fatal Collision in Bladensburg

March 13, 2017, 10:42 am
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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Bladensburg. The victim is 34-year-old Ismael Perez Barahona of Upshur Street in Mount Rainier.

On March 11th, around 10:20 pm, patrol officers were called to the 4800 block of Lawrence Street for a collision involving one car. Officers found the victim, who was the front seat passenger, unresponsive. He was pronounced dead on the scene. The driver of the car suffered what preliminarily appear to be non-life threatening injuries.

The preliminary investigation reveals the car was traveling southbound on Kenilworth Avenue. For reasons which remain under investigation, the driver lost control, struck a curb and ultimately came to rest after striking a parked car.

Anyone with information on this crash is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS, text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.


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Inclement Weather Reminders

March 13, 2017, 5:04 pm
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As we are in the midst of inclement weather, the Prince George’s County Police Department would like to remind you remind of the following:

  •    When driving, give yourself extra time, slow down and keep a safe travel distance. 
  •  If power is out at traffic signals, treat the intersection as a 4-way stop.
  •     If your wipers are on – please turn on your lights too!
  •    Unless you’re reporting an emergency, DO NOT call 911 during a power outage, call 301-352-1200.


In the event of a weather emergency, please check our Twitter page @pgpdnews for alerts, updates, and important information regarding the event. 
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PGPD Holding St. Patrick's Day Sobriety Checkpoint

March 13, 2017, 5:22 pm
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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Special Operations Division will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint on Friday, March 17, 2017, from 9:00 pm to 3:00 am. There will be multiple checkpoints throughout the year.

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PGPD Investigates Fatal Collision in Capitol Heights

March 14, 2017, 10:47 am
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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Capitol Heights. The victim is 31-year-old Alexandra Allen of Sunfield Terrace in Fort Washington.

On March 11th, around 11:20 pm, patrol officers were called to the 1200 block of Addison Road South for a single vehicle collision. Officers found Allen, the front seat passenger, in the roadway suffering from critical injuries. She was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the car sustained what preliminarily appear to be non-life threatening injuries.

The preliminary investigation reveals the car was traveling northbound on Addison Road South. For reasons which are under investigation, the driver lost control, struck a curb and a utility pole. Preliminarily, it appears this vehicle had fled a traffic stop initiated by the Capitol Heights Police Department. 

All inquiries as to the traffic stop are being handled by the Capitol Heights Police Department.    

Anyone with information on this crash is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS, text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.
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Wanted Wednesday

March 15, 2017, 11:30 am
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Convenience Store Robbery

We're starting Wanted Wednesday this week with clear photos of the suspect who robbed a convenience store. He targeted the business on March 9th at about 3:00 am. The store is in the 900 block of Chillum Road. The suspect displayed a gun during the robbery. If you know his name, please call us at 301-772-4905 or Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is available.

Cell Phone Store Robbery

This armed suspect chose a cellphone store to rob. He robbed the business in the 6300 block of Livingston Road on March 11th at about 6:30 pm. The suspect ordered the employee to hand over cash. Once he had the money, he ran from the store. Please help us arrest him. Call our detectives at 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS.

Theft at Liquor Store

Detectives would like to talk to the man in this photo in connection with a theft at a liquor store in Beltsville. The preliminary investigation reveals a customer mistakenly left his wallet at the store the morning of March 2nd. When that customer returned to the store that afternoon and found his wallet, several hundred dollars had been taken from the wallet. If you know this suspect, please call our detectives at 301-937-0910 or 1-866-411-TIPS.

Gas Station Robbery

This suspect was also armed with a gun when he robbed a gas station in Capitol Heights on March 11th. The robbery took place at about 8:45 pm at the business in the 6200 block of Walker Mill Road. He ran from the store once he stole cash from the register. Robbery Unit detectives can be reached at 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is available. 

Robbery at Drugstore

This bundled up suspect robbed a drug store in Clinton early this morning. The armed suspect walked into the store in the 8800 block of Branch Avenue around 2:40 am and demanded cash. If you recognize his winter wear, please call detectives at 301-772-4905 or 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is available.
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Suspect Who Stole Items From Military Career Center in Custody

March 15, 2017, 12:41 pm
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Kyle Pedigo

Prince George’s County Police patrol officers today arrested the man wanted for breaking into the United States Army Career Center in Oxon Hill earlier this month. The suspect is 30-year-old Kyle Pedigo from Norwich, Connecticut. Officers arrested him this morning when he tried to break into a pool and spa company in Upper Marlboro.


On March 2nd, shortly before 4:00 am, our investigation reveals Pedigo broke into the military career center in the 5400 block of St. Barnabas Road. The investigation reveals he stole a government-owned car and a U.S. Army dress uniformas well as additional uniform items. The following day, Pedigo was sighted in Groton, Connecticut. The stolen car and uniforms have been recovered.


This morning, Prince George’s County Police officers arrested him as he tried to break into the business in the 4800 block of Crain Highway. He’s charged in our county with multiple charges, including burglary and felony theft. He is also facing changes in Connecticut. Additional charges outside of our jurisdiction are likely. 
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Detectives Investigate Homicide in Largo

March 16, 2017, 7:22 am
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Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Largo. The victim is 25-year-old Gregory Anthony Taylor of Prince Place. Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On March 15th, at about 7:15 pm, patrol officers responded to the 10100 block of Campus Way South for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, the officers discovered the victim outside suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) and motive in this case.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.
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Suspect Arrested in Capitol Heights Homicide

March 16, 2017, 8:30 am
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Kevin Kavon Fleming Jr.
The Homicide Unit arrested the suspect wanted for a fatal shooting in Capitol Heights last week. The suspect is 27-year-old Kevin Kavon Fleming Jr., of the 5200 block of Marlboro Pike in Capitol Heights.

On March 8th, at about 11:25 pm, a citizen flagged down an officer on patrol in the 5200 block of Marlboro Pike. The officer found 31-year-oldTimothy Wimbush in a parking lot suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Preliminarily, detectives believe the fatal shooting stemmed from a dispute between the suspect and victim. Fleming is charged with first and second degree murder and related charges. He is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status. 


Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text, “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online.
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Detectives to Canvass Largo Neighborhood in Homicide Investigation

March 16, 2017, 1:01 pm
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This evening, detectives will canvass for information in a fatal shooting last night in Largo. The victim is 25-year-old Gregory Anthony Taylor of Prince Place. Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On March 15th, at about 7:15 pm, patrol officers responded to the 10100 block of Campus Way South for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, the officers discovered the victim outside suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) and motive in this case. The canvass will begin at 5:30 pm in the 10100 block of Campus Way South.

Anyone with information on this fatal shooting is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.
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PGPD to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint

March 20, 2017, 4:56 am
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The Special Operations Division will conduct a sobriety checkpoint this Thursday, March 23rd from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Officers will focus on the northern portion of the county. This is one of the many checkpoints that will be conducted throughout the year. 

Never drink and drive. The consequences are not worth the risk.
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PGPD Investigates Fatal Collision in Fort Washington

March 20, 2017, 10:20 am
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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Fort Washington on Saturday. The victim is 58-year-old Glenn Taylor of Caskadilla Lane in Accokeek.

On March 18th, around 4:20 pm, patrol officers were called to the intersection of Indian Head Highway and Old Fort Road for a crash involving a motorcycle. Responding officers discovered the victim suffering from critical injuries. He was taken to a hospital where he died several hours later.

The preliminary investigation reveals Taylor was traveling northbound on Indian Head Highway approaching Old Fort Road. It appears he may have tried to avoid a trashcan in the roadway, which caused him to lose control of his motorcycle. No other vehicles were involved in the collision.

Anyone with information on this collision is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS, text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com.


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Suspect Arrested in Fatal Shooting in Springdale

March 21, 2017, 9:48 am
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Darell Alfred

The Homicide Unit arrested the suspect wanted for the fatal shooting of 18-year-old Shamica Briggs in Springdale last month. The suspect is 33-year-old Darell Alfred of the 700 block of Quarry Avenue in Capitol Heights.

On February 25th, at about 2:35 am, officers were called to the 10000 block of Yellowwood Lane. Officers found the victim in the roadway suffering from several gunshot wounds. She was pronounced dead on the scene.

Preliminarily, detectives believe the fatal shooting stemmed from an argument between the suspect and victim. Alfred is charged with first and second degree murder and related charges. He is in the custody of the Department of Corrections and is being held on a no-bond status.


Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text, “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online.
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Two Lifelong Friends and a Story of Heroism and Gratitude

March 22, 2017, 11:02 am
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Today the Prince George’s County Police Department extended its most sincere thanks to Seat Pleasant Volunteer EMT Phil Martin for his quick and heroic action in helping to get emergency help to one of our officers.
Deputy Chief Murtha (left) thanks Volunteer EMT Martin (right) for saving POFC. Biddy (center)

In the early morning hours of March 3rd, Police Officer First Class Ricardo Biddy who is also a Seat Pleasant Volunteer EMT was leaving his firehouse after his shift in his Prince George’s County police cruiser.  As PFC Biddy pulled up in front of his home which was 15 minutes away, he was on the phone with his friend, Seat Pleasant volunteer EMT Phil Martin.  While idling inside his cruiser which was parked in front of his home, Officer Biddy’s speech suddenly became slurred and incoherent and then the call disconnected.      
EMT Martin, knowing something could be horribly wrong, immediately called public safety communications who dispatched Police and Fire/EMS.  Martin then jumped in his personal vehicle and traced Officer Biddy’s route home.   Once Martin located the cruiser, he found Biddy unresponsive inside.  Other emergency units soon arrived and rushed Biddy to the hospital where he got the help he needed.  

It was determined that Biddy’s cruiser was leaking carbon monoxide into the car, poisoning the officer.


The Prince George’s County Police Department believes that the carbon monoxide leak in Officer Biddy’s car was isolated to his cruiser alone.  There was repair work performed on the cruiser in January at the dealership which included the replacing the engine’s manifold.  As part of an internal investigation, the department learned Biddy took cruiser to county fleet maintenance after that repair in January and February upon smelling what he thought were exhaust fumes inside his vehicle.  Testing on the vehicle by the county, dealership, and hazmat officials found nothing wrong during those visits. After the medical incident, fleet maintenance workers recreated what Biddy had done on March 3rd and discovered carbon monoxide was leaking into the cabin.  The cruiser was sent back to the dealership which discovered there was a crack in the engine’s manifold.  

 Officer Biddy and Volunteer EMT Martin are lifelong friends having met when they were just 7 years old.     At an interagency press conference today, EMT Martin was given the Prince George’s County Fire Department’s Emergency Service Award for his “quick thinking and immediate action to help save the life of a fellow member and friend.”

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Wanted Wednesday

March 22, 2017, 11:36 am
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Suspect Linked to Multiple Robberies 


Detectives are actively working to find this suspect who is now linked to multiple investigations. On Tuesday morning, around 1:00 am, this suspect walked into a convenience store in the 4800 block of Marlboro Pike. Once inside, he implied he had a weapon and demanded money.  


This same suspect is also wanted for robbing another convenience store on March 9th. In this case, the suspect pulled out a handgun when making his demands. This store is in the 900 block Chillum Road in Chillum. If you have information on either of these robberies, please call 301-772-4905. 


This is another photo of the suspect. He’s also linked to the robbery of a citizen outside of a convenience store in the 7400 block of Annapolis Road on March 19th. The investigation reveals he also tried to rob another victim a short time later in the 7500 block of Annapolis Road.

If you know anything about this suspect, you can also call 1-866-411-TIPS. A cash reward is available.


Suspect in Non-Contact Shooting 

This suspect is wanted for a non-contact shooting in Landover. The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect got into an unprovoked verbal dispute with the two victims prior to firing a weapon at the victims who were walking in the 300 block of Garrett A Morgan Boulevard on March 8th at about 11:45 pm. The victims were not hurt. The suspect’s blue book bag has the word “TRUE” on it.  If you have any information, please call detectives at 301-772-4911.
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Detectives Release Composite Sketch of Suspect in the Fatal Shooting of Allyssa Banks

March 23, 2017, 8:15 am
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Homicide Unit detectives today released a composite sketch of the suspect wanted in connection with the October homicide of 18-year-old Allyssa Banks. Detectives are asking for the community’s help in identifying this suspect so we can provide answers to her loved ones. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. Tipsters will never have to give their names.

On October 19th, 2016, at about 1:45 am, officers were called to the 10200 block of Prince Place in Upper Marlboro for a shooting. When they arrived, they found Banks suffering from gunshot wounds. She died at the hospital. A second victim was also shot. He survived his injuries.

The suspect is described as an African American male in his early 20s, with a light complexion, a slim build, brown eyes and was wearing a black-hooded jacket the night of the murder.

Preliminarily, our detectives believe the suspect attempted to rob the victims prior to the shootings.


Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text, “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online. 
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