PGPD News

Missing Man Found

2026-04-27T09:02:00.004-04:00

UPDATE 4/27/26: Mr. Brooks has been located.

Richard Brooks

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing man. He is identified as 71-year-old Richard Brooks. Mr. Brooks was last seen on April 26, 2026, at approximately 6:30 am in the 1800 block of Metzerott Road in Hyattsville.

Mr. Brooks is approximately 6'0" tall and 190 pounds. He was last seen wearing a green jacket and blue jeans.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

Nearly 100 Applicants Given Conditional Job Offers at One-Day Recruiting Event

2026-04-23T13:45:00.000-04:00

The Prince George’s County Police Department offered 98 applicants conditional job offers at a recent recruiting event. The “Fast Track Hiring Event” was held at PGPD headquarters in Upper Marlboro last Saturday.

The Recruiting & Background Division hosted the one-day event which was designed to move qualified candidates through multiple steps of the hiring process in a single day. Applicants completed a physical test, an oral board, a written test and a preliminary background screening. Typically, these steps in the hiring process take weeks, if not months.

Interested applicants traveled from 10 states to participate in the hiring event – from as far away as Illinois, Florida, and New York. Nine candidates are currently experienced police officers with other agencies who are interested in potentially now joining the PGPD.

At the end of the day, the PGPD processed 132 applicants and offered 98 conditional job offers. The accepted applicants will now go through a more extensive background process with the goal of placing them in an upcoming academy class.

Due to the great success of this event, the department is planning to hold more one-day recruiting events soon. Please monitor agency social media for information!

Missing Child Found

2026-04-21T10:40:00.004-04:00

Update 4/21/26: Kyree has been safely located.

Kyree Proctor

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing child. He is identified as 12-year-old Kyree Proctor. Kyree was last seen on April 20, 2026, at approximately 7 am in the 2800 block of Crestwick Place in District Heights.

Kyree is approximately 5'6" tall and 90 pounds. He was last seen wearing khaki pants, a gold shirt, and black shoes.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

PGPD Arrests Suspect in Temple Hills Fatal Shooting

2026-04-20T10:51:00.000-04:00

Polo Shaw

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a suspect in connection with a recent fatal shooting in Temple Hills. The suspect is 33-year-old Polo Shaw of Upper Marlboro. He’s charged with murdering 39-year-old Darian Ragland of Brandywine.

On April 10, 2026, at approximately 4:35 pm, officers responded to the 4700 block of Branch Avenue where they located the victim inside of his car suffering from a gunshot wound(s). He died at the scene.

Through various investigative techniques, detectives identified Shaw as the suspect and obtained a warrant for his arrest. With the assistance of the Emergency Services Team, he was taken into custody. The preliminary investigation revealed Shaw shot Ragland during a road rage incident. The suspect and victim were not known to each other.

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

If you have information and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, please call 301-516-2512.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 26-0018909.

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PGPD Arrests Suspect in Armed Carjacking; Warrant Also Obtained Charging Suspect With Earlier Shooting

2026-04-18T21:09:00.004-04:00

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Carjacking Interdiction Unit charged a suspect with an armed carjacking that occurred on Thursday. The suspect is 18-year-old Kairee Hicks of Bowie.

On April 16, 2026, at approximately 12:40 pm, officers responded to the 1900 block of Grand Way Boulevard in the unincorporated section of Bowie. The victim, an adult female, had just been carjacked. During the carjacking, the suspect displayed a handgun. The victim was not injured. The suspect fled in her 2014 Lexus sedan.

Through an extensive investigative effort, detectives located the victim’s car on Friday in the Lanham area. When officers attempted a traffic stop, the driver, Hicks, fled, leading to a brief pursuit that ended in a crash. Hicks then fled on foot but was apprehended following a coordinated search. During his arrest, officers recovered a loaded handgun with an obliterated serial number. Additional evidence linking him to the carjacking was recovered during the investigation.

In connection with the carjacking, Hicks is charged with multiple offenses, including armed carjacking, carjacking, use of a firearm in the commission of a crime of violence, illegal possession of a handgun and possession of a firearm with an obliterated serial number among additional charges.

Gun Crimes Unit detectives have also obtained an arrest warrant charging Hicks with an earlier shooting. In this case, Hicks shot and seriously wounded a man in the 7100 block of Martin Luther King Junior Highway on April 10, 2026. The preliminary investigation revealed Hicks shot the victim during a dispute.

If you have information on the carjacking or Hicks and would like to speak to a Carjacking Interdiction Unit detective, please call 301-516-3788.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Landover

2026-04-13T12:55:00.001-04:00

4/14/26 UPDATE: The deceased driver in Saturday’s fatal collision has been identified as 39-year-old Margaret Tim-Bryant of Washington, D.C.

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash in Landover on Saturday. The name of the deceased driver, an adult female, will be released once her family is located and notified.

On April 11, 2026, at approximately 12:40 am, officers responded to a single-vehicle crash in the area of Landover Road and Martin Luther King Junior Highway. The driver was transported to a hospital where she died of her injuries. Her passenger, an adult male, suffered injuries that are preliminarily not considered life-threatening.

The preliminary investigation revealed the driver was traveling northbound on Landover Road approaching the exit for Martin Luther King Junior Highway, when for reasons now under investigation, her car veered off the roadway and struck a tree.

If you have information on this collision and would like to speak to an investigator, please call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Temple Hills

2026-04-13T11:10:00.002-04:00

The Homicide Unit is actively investigating a recent fatal shooting in Temple Hills. The victim is 39-year-old Darian Ragland of Brandywine. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

Detectives are working to determine a motive and identify a suspect(s).

If you have information and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, please call 301-516-2512.

or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 26-0018909.

Missing Teenager Found

2026-04-12T08:44:00.006-04:00

4/77/26 UPDATE: Jamiya Dority has been located safely and in good health. Thank you for sharing.

Jamiya Dority

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing teenager. She is identified as 16-year-old Jamiya Dority. Jamiya was last seen on April 4, 2026, at approximately 7:30 pm in the 4400 block of Rena Road in Suitland.

Jamiya is approximately 5'0" tall and 152 pounds. She was last seen wearing a white crop top and black pants.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

Missing Man Found

2026-04-07T08:38:00.001-04:00

4/7/26 UPDATE: Mr. Boone has been located safely and in good health. Thank you for sharing.

Charles Boone

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing man. He is identified as 52-year-old Charles Boone. Mr. Boone was last seen on April 4, 2026, at approximately 09:30 am in the 8900 block of Hammer Lane in Upper Marlboro driving a 2022 silver Mercedes-Benz A 220 with MD tag "Boone".

Mr. Boone is approximately 5'9" tall and 180 pounds. He was last seen wearing a t-shirt and shorts; the colors are unknown.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

PGPD Warns Residents About Multiple Scams

2026-04-02T12:56:00.001-04:00

The Financial Crimes Unit is issuing an alert to residents about two scams currently being reported to the department. In both of these scams, suspects make direct personal contact with their victims.

The first scam involves suspects posing as Pepco utility workers. The scammers go to a victim’s home, often elderly victims, claiming an alarm was triggered indicating potential fire hazards in the home. Once inside of the victim’s residence, the suspect convinces the victim there is a serious electrical issue requiring immediate attention. The victim is asked to write a check for the needed repairs. The suspect then cashes the check without performing any actual work. The PGPD received one such report in 2025 with a loss of $18,500 to the victim. So far in 2026, we’ve received three reports. In one of the cases, the scammer was successful and stole $8,300 from the victim. The other two attempts were unsuccessful.

If you did not arrange an appointment with Pepco for repairs, do not let anyone into your home who is implying they are a utility worker. Call the company directly to verify the person’s employment and the work being done.

The PGPD’s Financial Crimes Unit is also getting reports of carrier scams. In these cases, suspects initiate contact with victims via email, text, or a phone call, often impersonating federal agents or government officials. The suspects convince victims their bank accounts are compromised and their money needs to be secured immediately. Victims are instructed to withdraw large amounts of cash and hand it over to a carrier who comes in person to collect the money for safekeeping. In other such cases, victims have also been instructed to deposit the cash in cryptocurrency ATMs. If you receive this type of communication, never click a link and don’t respond. Within the last four weeks, we’ve received three carrier scam reports. Combined, the victims lost more than $105,000.

The PGPD reminds all residents to never give money, gold, gift cards or anything else of value to someone you do not know, even if they are posing as representatives from legitimate businesses, banking institutions or government agencies. If you are worried about your bank account, contact your bank directly using the number on the back of your bank card.

If you believe you have been the victim of any scam, please call us. We are here to help. PGPD detectives can be reached at 301-516-1464.

Anyone with information who wants to contact Crime Solvers may call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device.) You can remain anonymous.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision Involving Pedestrian

2026-04-02T11:49:00.005-04:00

4/06/26 UPDATE: The deceased pedestrian in last Wednesday's fatal pedestrian collision has been identified as 28-year-old Hashim Kabbani.

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian in Oxon Hill. Investigators are working to identify the deceased pedestrian, an adult male, so his family can be notified.

On April 1, 2026, at approximately 8:40 pm, officers responded to the area of St. Barnabas Road and Virginia Lane for the collision. The pedestrian died of his injuries on the scene.

The preliminary investigation indicates the victim was struck by two vehicles in the eastbound lanes of St. Barnabas Road. Both drivers remained on the scene and were not injured.

If you have information on this collision and would like to speak to an investigator, please call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Temple Hills

2026-03-30T10:32:00.000-04:00

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision in Temple Hills. The deceased driver is 28-year-old Christopher Umanzor of Waldorf.

On March 27, 2026, at approximately 9:10 pm, officers responded to the 4300 block of Branch Avenue for a collision involving two vehicles. Umanzor died of his injuries at the scene. The second involved driver and his passenger were not injured.

The preliminary investigation revealed, for reasons now under investigation, Umanzor’s vehicle struck the rear of the second involved car, causing both vehicles to veer off the road. Umanzor’s vehicle ultimately struck a guardrail.

If you have information on this collision and would like to speak to an investigator, please call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

Anyone with information may also contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 26-0016050.

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Missing Child Found

2026-03-29T12:06:00.001-04:00

3/30/26 UPDATE: Mason has been located and is in good health. Thank you to everyone for sharing his image.

Mason Wilson

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing child. He is identified as 11-year-old Mason Wilson. Mason was last seen on March 27, 2026, at approximately 12:50 pm in the 1300 block of McCormick Drive.

Mason is approximately 5'3" tall and 180 pounds. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie and black pants.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

PGPD Charges Student in Possession of Gun at Suitland High School; Second Student Charged With Possession of Knife

2026-03-27T18:26:00.000-04:00

The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating after a student was in possession of a gun at Suitland High School on Thursday. The student is 18-year-old De’Ante Abbott of District Heights.

The preliminary investigation indicates Abbott got into a fight with a second male student in a hallway Thursday morning. When the assigned School Resource Officer (SRO) arrived to the fight location, he observed Abbott attempt to hand his laptop bag to another student. The SRO recovered a handgun in the bag. The second student involved in the fight with Abbott is also facing charges. The sophomore pulled out a knife during the fight with Abbott. The student suffered a minor self-inflicted knife wound to his hand. Abbott was not injured by the knife. The sophomore is charged with bringing a knife to school and second-degree assault. He is charged as a juvenile.

Abbott is charged as an adult with possession of a handgun, possession of handgun on school property, and additional handgun-related charges. He was transported to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Stabbing

2026-03-23T12:04:00.001-04:00

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred in Suitland Friday night. The victim is 31-year-old Troy Cager of Capitol Heights.

On March 20, 2026, at approximately 11:05 pm, Prince George’s County Sheriff Deputies responded to the 3900 block of Suitland Road for a domestic dispute. Once on scene, deputies located an adult male inside a home suffering from a stab wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives have identified all parties involved and are working in conjunction with the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office regarding the investigation.

If you have information and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, please call 301-516-2512.

PGPD Announces Graduation of Academy Session 154

2026-03-20T10:29:00.003-04:00

The Prince George’s County Police Department is pleased to announce the graduation of Session 154 from the Prince George's County Police Department’s Police Training Academy.

Of the 38 graduates, 23 will join us here at the Prince George’s County Police Department. The remaining 15 will join the ranks of multiple partner law enforcement agencies within the county.

We congratulate the members of Session 154, as well as their family and friends, and look forward to celebrating their accomplishments!

When: Friday, March 20, 2026

Time: 2:00 pm

Where: First Baptist Church of Glenarden

600 Watkins Park Drive

Upper Marlboro, MD

PGPD Investigating Fatal Crash Involving Moped

2026-03-18T11:43:00.001-04:00

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash involving a moped. The deceased moped rider is 28-year-old Edwin Castillo-Jiminez of Hyattsville.

On March 14, 2026, at approximately 10:20 pm, officers responded to the area of Bladensburg Road at 40^th Place in Brentwood. Castillo-Jiminez was transported to a hospital where he died of his injuries on March 17, 2026.

The preliminary investigation suggests, for reasons now under investigation, Castillo-Jiminez lost control of his moped and collided with a pickup truck. No one inside of the truck was hurt.

If you have information on this crash and would like to speak to an investigator, please call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

Anyone with information may also contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 26-0013144.

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PGPD Investigating Armed Robbery at Convenience Store; Employee Stabbed by Suspects

2026-03-18T10:15:00.002-04:00

The Robbery Unit is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the suspects who robbed a Fort Washington business and critically injured an employee. A cash reward is available for information leading to arrests and indictments in this case.

On March 7, 2026, at approximately 1:50 am, three male suspects targeted the convenience store in the 7000 block of Allentown Road. During the robbery, one of the suspects stabbed an employee causing critical injuries.

If you recognize the suspects in these photos or have information relevant to the case and would like to speak to an investigator, please call the Robbery Unit at 301-516-2830.

PGPD Arrests Driver Following Illegal Car Rally With Stolen Gun in Car

2026-03-17T11:56:00.003-04:00

Diego Emmanuel Guerra

Officers assigned to the District VI – Beltsville station arrested and charged a driver from Virginia who participated in an illegal car rally this weekend in the unincorporated section of Laurel. During a traffic stop, officers located a loaded firearm in his car. The weapon had been reported stolen. The suspect is 20-year-old Diego Emmanuel Guerra of Woodbridge, VA.

On March 13, 2026, at approximately 11:30 pm, officers responded to the 14400 block of Cherry Lane for the report of an illegal car rally. Officers observed approximately 100 vehicles taking part and subsequently dispersed the rally. Officers stopped one vehicle nearby which was being driven by Guerra. The gun recovered from inside of the car had been reported stolen out of Texas.

The suspect is charged with multiple handgun charges to include being in possession of a loaded handgun and being in possession of a stolen firearm.

He was transported to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections.

"This arrest again reinforces this agency’s unwavering message that illegal car rallies are dangerous. In this case, we recovered a gun that had been reported stolen. Do not come into our jurisdiction and take part in these illegal rallies. We intend to continue to make arrests,” said Chief Nader, Prince George’s County Police.

Prince George's County Crime Solvers is offering rewards of up to $500 for information about an illegal vehicle takeover before it occurs. Anyone with information may contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous.

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Crash in Brandywine

2026-03-16T12:14:00.001-04:00

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash in Brandywine. The deceased driver is 60-year-old Tony Andrea Johnson of Brandywine.

On March 14, 2026, at approximately 6:05 pm, officers responded to a crash at Brandywine Road at Letcher Road involving two vehicles. Johnson died at the scene. The second involved driver suffered injuries not considered life-threatening.

The preliminary investigation suggests Johnson was traveling northbound on Brandywine Road, when for reasons now under investigation, he appears to have lost control of his vehicle. His vehicle ultimately collided with the second vehicle.

If you have information on this collision and would like to speak to an investigator, please call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

Anyone with information may also contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 26-0013109.

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PGPD Officer & Two Former Officers Charged

2026-03-13T15:48:00.000-04:00

The Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office charged one current and two former Prince George’s County police officers. Corporal Timothy Green is charged with two counts of misconduct in office and one count of conspiracy to commit misconduct. Former officer Sierra Alston is charged with one count of misconduct in office and three counts of conspiracy to commit misconduct. Former officer Gerald Briscoe is charged with four counts of misconduct in office and one count of conspiracy to commit misconduct.

Alston and Briscoe joined the PGPD in 2023. Alston was initially suspended in October of 2024. Briscoe was suspended in March of 2025. Green was suspended in June of 2025.

Alston separated from the agency in December 2025. Briscoe separated from the department in February 2026. Green joined the agency in 2015. He is currently on military leave.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Collision in Lanham

2026-03-09T16:39:00.002-04:00

The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision which recently occurred in Lanham. The deceased pedestrian is 79-year-old Becky Lynn Steele of Greenbelt.

On March 3, 2026, at approximately 6:55 pm, officers responded to a collision involving a pedestrian on Annapolis Road at Ellerbie Street. The victim was taken to a hospital for treatment where she died on March 7, 2026.

The preliminary investigation revealed a driver struck the victim in the eastbound lanes of Annapolis Road. The driver remained on the scene and was not injured.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

PGPD Charges Suspect With Sexually Assaulting Multiple Women; Suspect Linked to Cases in Several Jurisdictions

2026-03-09T13:51:00.000-04:00

Timothy Valentin

The Prince George’s County Police Department charged a man with sexually assaulting multiple women over a two-year span. The suspect is 30-year-old Timothy Valentin of Fort Washington. He goes by the aliases “Rico” and “Teo”. He is currently in custody in Alexandria, VA, where he also faces charges.

In late January 2026, the Alexandria Police Department contacted the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Special Crime Division – Sexual Assault Unit regarding Valentin. APD’s investigation identified potential cases in Prince George’s County. The PGPD immediately launched an extensive investigation which has now resulted in charges against Valentin in connection with six survivors in our county. The survivors are all adults. The crimes took place in various locations in Prince George’s County between 2024 and 2025. The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect met the women he targeted on dating apps or in person. During a date, the survivor would consume alcohol and once incapacitated, the suspect would sexually assault her.

PGPD detectives stand ready to speak to any additional survivors who may have been assaulted by Valentin or have information relevant to our active investigation. Please call the Sexual Assault Unit at 301-772-4908.

Missing Man Found

2026-03-06T09:54:00.004-05:00

Update 3/6/26: Mr. Robbins has been safely located.

Dereck Robbins

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing man. He is identified as 69-year-old Dereck Robbins. Mr. Robbins was last seen on March 5, 2026, at approximately 11:30 am in the 2000 block of Ray Leonard Road in Landover.

Mr. Robbins is approximately 5'6" tall and 180 pounds. He was last seen wearing a Redskins jacket and black pants.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Riverdale Area

2026-03-05T13:06:00.001-05:00

Homicide Unit detectives are actively investigating a fatal shooting in the Riverdale area. The victim is 42-year-old Francisco Martinez Enriquez of no fixed address. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On March 3, 2026, at approximately 6:50 pm, the victim’s body was located outside in the 6800 block of Patterson Street. On Wednesday, the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner ruled the victim’s cause of death to be a gunshot wound and the manner of death a homicide.

Detectives are working to determine a motive and identify a suspect(s).

If you have information and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, please call 301-516-2512.

or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 26-0010838.