There were two incidents of shots fired in the last two days.
Takoma Park Police Chief Ronald Ricucci is set to appear the Takoma Park City Council at it's weekly meeting Monday night to address the recent rash of shots fired incidents and gas station crimes. There were two incidents of shots fired in the last two days including one today around 12:29 p.m. in the area of Houston Avenue and Sligo Creek Parkway. There have been 12 gas station crimes in the New Hampshire cooridor so far this year. After a Takoma Park Police warning about a rash of thefts from cars at two gas stations on New Hampshire Avenue just before the D.C. border, another car was burlagized Saturday afternoon at the W Express Gas Station in the 6400 block o New Hampshire Avenue.
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Check out how to keep your property safe in your car.
With the recent rash of burglarized cars, Takoma Park Police have made a video to show you have to keep your stuff safe while at the pump. Police have a tough time deterring the crime, but you can help.
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No evidence of gunshots were found.
Just two days after shots were heard near Sligo Creek Parkway and Flower Avenue, Takoma Park Police received two calls for shots heard Sunday. Officers responded to the area of Larch Avenue and New Hampshire Avenue and canvassed the area, including Devonshire Avenue, Glaizewood Avenue and Elm Avenue both by vehicle and on foot, but did not find anything. No shell casings or any evidence of gunshots were found, police said.
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Another car was broken into at a New Hampshire Avenue gas station.
After a Takoma Park Police warning about a rash of thefts from cars at two gas stations on New Hampshire Avenue just before the D.C. border, another car was burlagized Saturday afternoon at the W Express Gas Station in the 6400 block o New Hampshire Avenue. The victim was inside the gas station store when a 4-door Honda or Hyundai pulled up on the wrong side of the pumps with five men inside, Takoma Park Police said. The driver got out of the car, stooped low and reached into the passenger side window of the victim’s vehicle and grabbed property, police said. The suspect returned to his vehicle and fled. Investigation continues under case #12024195. Anyone with information about the crime is asked to call 301.270.1100.
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Sixteen residents called into police.
Officers responded to reports Thursday night around 11:54 p.m. of shots fired around the area of Sligo Creek Parkway and Flower Avenue, Takoma Park Police said. Police received 16 calls for what sounded like 6-8 gun shots. Officers responded and canvassed the area but did not find anything. Anyone with information about this crime should call at 301.270.1100.
Teen substance abuse now is similar to the problems of 1993, when authorities were called to action to combat teen drinking and driving, police said.
A year ago this week Montgomery County was rocked by the loss of three Magruder High School students killed in a drunk driving accident. Now, activists say, it’s time for the community to wake up. The Montgomery County Council of PTAs hosted a community action forum Wednesday, gathering police, community leaders, parents, teachers and students to discuss a growing substance and alcohol abuse problem in Montgomery County. “We are far too overrepresentive of drug and alcohol related tragedies. The number one cause of death continues to be alcohol related crashes and teen driving crashes,” said Captain Thomas Didone, director of the Montgomery County Police Traffic Division. “The summary of what’s going on with underage drinking – we’ve …
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Representatives from Montgomery County Police, Montgomery County Public Schools and the Montgomery County State's Attorney will answer questions related to teen drinking and substance abuse in Montgomery County.
Do you think teenage drinking is a growing problem in Montgomery County? Is substance abuse getting out of hand? Are you just curious about the issues? Community leaders including police, school principals, representatives from the Montgomery County State's Attorney's office and school board members will come together tonight to present a community action forum on teen drinking and substance abuse. After a presentation from the panel, the floor will be open to questions and discussion about the risks and life impact of teenage substance abuse. The presentation starts at 7 p.m. in the Montgomery County Public Schools Carver Educational Services Center Auditorium located at 850 Hungerford Drive in Rockville.
The measure was overturned by referendum in 2010 and brought back up by County Executive Isiah Leggett this session.
Despite voters striking down the Montgomery County ambulance fee in a referendum on the ballot in 2010, Montgomery County Council passed the fee again Tuesday with a 6-3 vote. Several councilmembers said there was a misinformation campaign surrounding the 2010 referendum vote. Councilmembers Councilman Phil Andrews (D, Dist-3), Roger Berliner (D-Dist. 1) and George Leventhal (D-At Large) were opposed. While Andrews implored councilmembers to respect the will of the voters, some of the county lawmakers were disturbed at how voters were educated about the ambulance fee. Many residents who voted against the fee thought county residents would have to pay the $300 to $800 fee per ambulance ride, Councilman Mark Elrich (D-At Large) said. “That’s…
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9:02 am on Thursday, May 17, 2012
Mock Loco, the "program" we should get with is to stop the abuse of disability retiremments (if your comment is accurate) and to restruture defined benefit programs that the taxpayers don't have. Raising taxes and fees to placate union special interests is exactly the wrong program. more ›
Kids will get a chance to experience what it's like to be a police officer.
Takoma Park Police Department, in partnership with the Takoma Park Recreation Department, will give kids a chance to experience the life of a cop. The department will hold four sessions of a one-day Junior Police Academy. Attendees will be introduced to law enforcement, patrol procedures, criminal investigations, meet the canine officer and learn tips on how to prevent crime and bullying, according to a Takoma Park Police news release. There are ten slots for each session and the class is free. All participants must wear sneakers and dress appropriately. Registration for children age six to 12 begins May 14. Sessions are on Mondays, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. as follows: Session 1: July 2 Session 2: July 16 Session 3: July 30 Session 4…
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The proposed legislation will go before the full Montgomery County Council on Tuesday. What do you think about the re-submission of an EMS fee for Montgomery County?
The newly proposed EMS Fee will head to the Montgomery County Council on Tuesday with a recommendation against approval from the council's public safety committee. Amid a contentious meeting Friday, amendments and details to the proposed legislation were hashed out between council committee members, representatives for the county executive office and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services. In a vote of 2-1, the committee recommended council reject the amended bill. "I think [County Executive Ike Leggett's] re-submittal of this bill is the single worst decision he's made since I've been here, and I don't say that lightly," said Public Safety Committee Chairman Phil Andrews (D-Dist. 3). “It is crucial to make judgments that do not …
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8:10 am on Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Yes, As a citizen, I definitely support the bill. C.Bruna, Past President of Women Business Owners of MC. more ›
Joe Thomas
5:23 pm on Friday, May 18, 2012
Not that it makes a huge difference but there were two girls killed in that wreck on River Road. Not three. Didone gets that wrong all of the time. I doubt seriously if there is any epidemic. its kids being teenagers. Yesterday six girls were found drinking in some woods near Great Seneca Hghwy. You would have thought it was the capture of John Dillinger. Kids are going to drink just like we … more ›