10th Annual Purple Light Nights Lighting Ceremony Countdown!!!!!

 

Join us tomorrow (September 28, 2023) at 6:00 p.m. for our Purple Light Nights Lighting Ceremony! "A Decade of Shining Light On Domestic Violence"

 

We must never forget September 11, 2001, those who lost their lives on that fateful day and the days after that, along with the families and first responders who still suffer.

 

Deputies Arrested First-Degree Assault Suspect

Upper Marlboro, MD… The Office of the Sheriff's Warrant/Fugitive Division reported the arrest of Christopher Darrell Denney, on August 30, 2023, on warrants for Attempted First-Degree Assault obtained by The New Carrolton Police Department on August 18, 2023.

According to the Warrant, On August 15, 2023, A New Carrolton Patrol responded to the 7200 block of Good Luck Road, New Carrollton, MD, for a reported assault. Police learned that the victim had a verbal dispute with Denny. Denny became upset and started strangling and throwing the victim to the ground. Denny allegedly entered the victim's vehicle while the victim's child was in the vehicle. The victim yelled multiple times for Denny to stop entering the vehicle because of the child. Denny got into the victims' vehicle and parked the vehicle in an empty spot. Denny got into his own vehicle and fled in an unknown direction. The victim did suffer injuries but refused medical care. Detectives identified Denny as one of the suspects through their investigation.

On August 30, 2023, deputies determined that Christopher Darrell Denney was located at an address in the 7200 Block of Good Luck Road, New Carrollton, MD. Deputies knocked on the door, and a resident answered, allowing them to enter the home. Once inside, Denny was identified, served with the warrant, and safely transported to the Prince George's County Department of Corrections without incident. The New Carrollton Police Department Detectives were notified.

Denny is charged with Assault Second-Degree and Reckless Endangerment. 

For more information contact the Communications and Public Affairs Division at 301-780-8637.

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Congratulations to Cpl. Minchella, Cpl. Wooten, Cpl. Hernandez, Cpl. Fogarty, Sgt. Lateef, Sgt. Russell, A/Sgt. Perriello, and Sgt. D. Stevenson, completed their First Tactical Response Operator School training. In honor of finishing their First Tactical Response Operator School training, Sheriff Carr and the Command Staff presented them with their certificates.

 

Rest in Peace. You will be missed!

 

Come out and Join Us on September 28, 2022, for Our Annual Purple Light Nights Ceremony!

 

Remembering our Fallen Heroes Today!

 

Remembering our Fallen Heroes Today!

 

 

Sheriff John D. B. Carr and Command Staff witnessed Darlene Holland Clerk of the Court for Prince George’s County administer the Oath of Office. The Office of the Sheriff for Prince George’s County MD Welcomes Deputy Dewberry #578.

 

“If You see something, Hear something, Say something”, for anyone who finds any information about a wanted person please contact Sgt. Lewis at (240) 417- 1860!!!

 

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff Wishes Everyone, " A Happy 4th of July"!

 

The Office of the Sheriff is thrilled to announce the First Annual Domestic Violence Conference on Friday, July 21, 2023, from 9:00 am to 1:30 pm at Prince George's Community College, 301 Largo Road, Largo, MD. 20774.

 

Have a Happy and Safe Memorial Day Weekend!

The Office of the Sheriff for Prince George's County MD Celebrates National Asian American And Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

 

Deputies Arrest First-Degree Rape Suspect

Upper Marlboro, MD…The Office of the Sheriff’s Warrant/Fugitive Division reported the arrest of Miguel C. Owens, on May 8, 2023, on a warrant for First Degree Rape obtained by Laurel Police Department on April 11, 2023.

According to the warrant, on December 14, 2022, Laurel police responded to a call for a sexual assault at gunpoint at Olive Branch Way and Wern Way in Laurel, MD. When officers arrived, they spoke with the victim who disclosed Owens allegedly forced them to perform sexual acts at gunpoint on serval different occasions. Through their investigation, detectives identified Owens as the suspect. 

On May 8, 2023, deputies determined that Owens could be located at an address in the 6900 Block of Mayfair Road, Laurel, MD. When deputies knocked, a resident answered, allowing them to enter the home. Once inside, Owens was identified, served with the warrant, and safely transported to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections without incident.

Owens is also charged with First-Degree Assault, Second-Degree Assault, and Firearm Use/Felony-Violence Crime.     

Sheriff Carr and members of the PGSO Motor’s Unit were presented with a “Meritorious and Distinguished Service” Award by the VFW Post #9376 Motorcycle Group, in honor of their Service!

 

Today, May 15, 2023, the Office of the Sheriff observed Peace Officers Memorial Day and commemorated the service and ultimate sacrifices of Sergeant James Victor Arnaud and Deputy First Class Elizabeth Licera Magruder. We also commemorated the End of Watch for former Sheriff Melvin C. High!

The Office of the Sheriff hosted a joint meeting with members of AOBA (Apartment Office Building Association), Council members, 988 Services, and District Court Representatives to streamline communication as it relates to Warrants of Restitution throughout Prince George's County. Partnership for the Citizens, Sheriff's Office, and Property Managers/Businesses in Prince George's County!

 

Congratulation to DFC Romero for graduating from the Prince George's County Emergency Services Team Basic Sniper School hosted by the Prince George's County Police Department EST; it was an honor for Sheriff Carr and the members of the Office of the Sheriff to be in attendance. Job well done!!!!!!!

 

Cpl. Casarella and a member of the K9 unit from the Office of the Sheriff participated in career day at High Bridge Elementary School in Bowie, MD.!

 

Sheriff Carr and the members of The Office of the Sheriff for Prince George's County MD joined Dept. of Environment Deputy Director A. Caldarelli and Principal R. Mboma at Francis Scott Key Elementary School to celebrate Arbor Day. Deputy Director Caldarelli issued a proclamation of the Arbor Day officially on April 28, 2023!

 

Sheriff John D. B. Carr spoke with the young men of the “William W. Hall Academy” hosted by Mr. Steve Morris!

 

Sheriff John D. B. Carr Hosted a Community Roundtable with the Mayors of Prince George's County!

 

PGSO Deputies Swearing-In Ceremony, Congratulations to Deputy M. S. Campbell and Deputy A. Mansaray!!

 

Sheriff John D. B. Carr Marks Frist 120-Days in Office!

 

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff Celebrates 327 years of service! Proudly serving the citizens of Prince George's County Since April 22, 1696!

 

Lt. Minor and Prince George’s County Office of the Sheriff members of the Domestic Violence Intervention Division were excited to participate in the Council Member Eric C. Olson- Town Hall Meeting & Resource Fair “Together Strengthening Our Community,” with Chief Administrative Officer Tara Jackson and New Carrollton Police Chief D. Rice!

 

Sheriff Carr and Lt. Minor joined other Prince George’s County Public Safety Agencies, the Health Department, State’s Attorney, and the local nonprofit Vision Quest II in the Special School Assembly on Gun Violence Prevention at Croom Vocational High School!

 

The Office of the Sheriff was excited to participate in the "AmeriCorps Community Expo - BTO Global Leaders - Hometown Heroes Program." Israel's Promised Land Foundation sponsors this program, and Chief Assistant Crumb serves as a panelist!

 

Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office Assistant Sheriff Upathambhakul, Captain Fairs, and members of the Domestic Violence Intervention Division and the Special Victim Assistant Unit participated in “Take Back The Night” a celebration of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and is hosted by the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center!

 

Prince George’s County Office of the Sheriff Celebrates Women’s Month in March!

 

Sheriff Carr, Chief Assistant Sheriff Crumb, and the Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff members were excited to participate in the International Conference of Women in Law Enforcement!!

 

Sheriff Carr, Chief Assistant Sheriff Crumb and the Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff members were excited to participate in the International Conference of Women in Law Enforcement!!!!

 

Sheriff Carr, Chief Assistant Sheriff Crumb, and Prince George’s County Office of the Sheriff Command Staff Attended the Honorable Judge Sheila r. Tillerson Adams Retirement Celebration.

Sheriff’s Civil Division Deputies Recover Firearms, Ammunition, and Stolen Vehicles

Upper Marlboro, MD… The Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office Civil Division executed a court-ordered warrant of restitution eviction in the 6300 block of Sunvalley Terrace in District Heights, MD., on March 28, 2023, with the assistance of the District Heights Police Department and Prince George’s County Police Department.

During the warrant of restitution eviction, four suspects were inside the residence, and two of the four suspects had open warrants. As the deputies were clearing the house, they discovered three handguns, one extended magazine, multiple ammunition, and two stolen vehicles. District Heights Police Department recovered all three weapons for evidence and impounded both vehicles for further investigation. Suspect 1, Hannah Olivia Brown, is charged with Driving a Motor Vehicle on Highway without a required License and Authorization. Suspect 2 Terry Darnell Card is charged with Theft Scheme $1000 to Under $10,000.   Both suspects were taken into custody, served with the warrants, and safely transported by District Heights Police Department to Prince George’s County Department of Corrections without incident.

For more information contact the Communications and Public Affairs Division at 301-780-8637.

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Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff Deputies D/S Duckett and Cpl. Humphries spoke with a 5th-grade class at Greenbelt Elementary School!

 

Congratulations to D/S James, Cpl. M. Daniels, Ms. Monica Cornelius, and Ms. Pamela Cherry, members of PGSO were recognized by the State’s Attorney's Office for Prince George’s County Community in the Courthouse for “Celebrating Our Phenomenal Woman in the Courthouse”, and Chief Assistant Sheriff Crumb, who served as a panelist.

 

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff Wishes Everyone, "Ramadan Kareem"!

 

The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff "Commander's Commendation Award Ceremony"! Congratulations to all the Deputies for receiving the Commander's Commendation Award!!

 

Sheriff Carr and Lt. Minor Joined other Prince George’s County Public Safety agencies, State's Attorney Braveboy, and the Department of Family Services in the 7th Annual Momentum Men & Boys Conference.

 

Sheriff Carr, Chief Assistant Sheriff Crumb, and other members of the PGSO joined other Public Safety Agencies, State's Attorney Braveboy, Mayor Cynthia Miller, and Vice Mayor Xander Harcourt of District Heights joined the “Together We Can: Speak up – Speak Out – Speak Loud” Youth Workshop hosted by Ms. Jeanette Brandon at the Seat Pleasant Elementary School.

 

Warrant Operation Initiative “Walters Lane” Makes 9 Arrests

Sheriff Carr, Chief Assistant Sheriff Crumb, and other members of the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office were excited to participate in the “Schools In Court” program with Judge Simpkins and Judge Hall-Johnson, at the District Court of Maryland for Prince George’s County, Maryland. Other participants included State’s Attorney’s, Defense Attorney’s, and the Prince George’s County Police Department.

 

Chief Assistant Sheriff Crumb Participates in the 6th Annual Women’s Empowerment Tea & Fashion Show with Founder, Mrs. Harriet Hawkins-Woods, Sponsored by the National Association of Black Girl Entrepreneurs for Women’s History Month.

 

Sheriff Carr, and the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office members were excited to participate in the Basic Training Session #149 Family Night

 

Sheriff Carr, and the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office members were excited to participate in the Announcement of the Justice Academy with Prince George's County States Attorney Aisha Braveboy.

 

Deputies Arrest First-Degree Arson Suspect

Upper Marlboro, MD…The Office of the Sheriff’s Warrant/Fugitive Division reported the arrest of Rhonda Mitchell, on February 3, 2023, on a warrant for First Degree Arson obtained by Bowie Police Department on January 23, 2022.

According to the warrant, on November 17, 2022, police responded to a call for a fire started at a residence in the City of Bowie, MD. Upon arrival, police observed large flames coming from the porch. Officers quickly grabbed a fire extinguisher from their patrol vehicle to put the fire out. The victim ran out from behind the residence and advised that Mitchell allegedly assaulted the victim and started the fire. Police were able to make contact with Mitchell, who was located inside the victim’s residence, attempting to start another fire. Police ordered Mitchell out of the home and took her into custody. Mitchell was transported to a local hospital where she received medical care. Through their investigation, detectives identified Mitchell as the suspect.

On February 3, 2023, deputies determined that Mitchell could be located at an address in the City of Bowie, MD. When deputies knocked, a resident answered, allowing them to enter the home. Once inside, Mitchell was identified, served with the warrant, and safely transported to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections without incident.

Mitchell is also charged with 3 counts of Second-Degree Assault and Resist/Interfere with Arrest.     

 

For more information contact the Communications and Public Affairs Division at 301-780-8637.

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The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff is Wishing you all a Safe and Happy Presidents Day Weekend!! #PGSO