Crime Alerts

Crime Activity:  Week of January 30, 2012

Fraud/Identity Theft by Email

A resident reported that he received an email that appeared to be sent from American Express regarding the victim's American Express Platinum Card.  The email contained a link that opened to a page requesting detailed personal information from the victim.  The email was of good quality and appeared legitimate, so the victim provided his detailed personal and finincial data.  Later, the victim received an email warning him of this very scam, but he had already responded to the scam by the time he had received the warning.  There has been no fininancial loss to the victim as of this writing.

Residents are advised to resist providing their personal or financial information to any person who reaches out and makes contact with them - whether that contact is by phone, mail, or electronic means.  Sound fraud and identity theft prevention tips can be found on the Montgomery County Police website at the below link:

http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/poltmpl.asp?url=/content/POL/districts/ISB/cid/fraud/index.asp

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January 24, 2012

Thieves Steal 1 Car, Rifle Through 6 Unlocked Cars in a Four-Day Period

Friday, January 20 - Saturday, January 21

Theft from auto - First unit block of West Irving Street.  $8 worth of change was stolen.  Resident's unlocked car was parked on the street in front of the house.  On Saturday morning, the resident found his car ransacked.

Attempt theft from auto - Unit block of Grafton Street.  Nothing stolen.  Resident's unlocked car was parked inside the detached garage.  Car was discovered ransacked on Saturday morning.

Prowling - In the first unit block of West Kirke Street and the first unit block of Grafton Street, residents discovered foot prints in the snow on Saturday morning.  The foot prints led into their driveways and up to their vehicles.  There was no sign of tampering in either incident.

Monday, January 23 - Tuesday, January 24

Stolen Auto - Second unit block of West Kirke Street.  Stolen auto.  Resident parked his unlocked car on the street in front of the house.  Victim discovered the car missing on Tuesday morning.

Attempt theft from auto - 3900 block of Oliver Street.  Nothing stolen.  Resident's unlocked car was parked on the street in front of the house.  Car was discovered ransacked on Tuesday morning.

Theft from auto - Unit block of Hesketh Street.  iPod stolen.  Resident's unlocked car was parked on the street in front of the house.  Theft was discovered on Tuesday morning.

Theft from auto - Unit block of Grafton Street.  iPod was stolen.  Resident's unlocked car was parked on the street in front of the house.  Theft was discovered on Tuesday morning.

Attempt theft from auto - Unit block of Hesketh Street.  Nothing stolen.  Resident's unlocked car was parked on the street in front of the house.  Car was discovered ransacked on Tuesday morning.

Residents are urged to remove all valuable belongings from their vehicles and to lock their vehicles every time park.  Unlocked vehicles make it easy for thieves to enter and search for something to steal, and it encourages thieves to return to the Village time and again.  For the greater good, please Light-It-Up & Lock-It-Up!

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Week of January 9, 2012

Thefts from Auto

Overnight from Monday, 1/09/2012 to Tuesday, 1/10/2012, we experienced four thefts from autos.  Two occurred on the east side, and two on the west side.  In three of them, the thief broke a window to steal things that were visible from outside the cars.  The fourth incident involved an unlocked car.  The details are:

• Unit block of Primrose Street.  Unlocked car parked in the driveway.  Coin purse, change, and a Swiss Army knife were taken.
• Unit block of Primrose Street.  Car was parked on the street.  Driver's window broken.  Men's wallet that had been on the center console was stolen.
• Unit block of Hesketh Street.  Car was parked on the street.  Rear driver's side window was broken.  A handbag that had been on the rear floor was taken.
• Unit block of West Melrose Street.  Car was parked in the driveway.  Rear passenger side window was broken.  Laptop computer was taken.

Copper gutter theft

On Wednesday, January 11, the owner of a house under renovation in the 5600 block of Grove discovered that an 8' section of copper downspout was removed from the rear of the house.  The crime occurred sometime between January 6 at 1:00 p.m. and January 11 at 10:30 a.m.

Fraud/Confidence Scheme - Tree Work

On Thursday, January 12, the adult children of an elderly resident of the 100 block of Primrose Street reported a fraud to the Chevy Chase Village Police Department.  Investigation revealed that, beginning December 8 and ending on January 10, a tree service from Virginia received a total of 10 checks from the resident totalling just under $19,000 for "tree work" on her property.  Montgomery County Detectives will continue the investigation.

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January 9, 2012

Armed Robberies are Occurring in Nearby Areas

Over the past few days (Friday, January 6-Sunday, January 8) there have been several gunpoint robberies on both sides of the DC/MD line in the area of River Road and Western Avenue. There have been seven such robberies in upper northwest DC and two in Maryland.

In each incident, the victim was walking when they were approached by one or two black males, estimated to be 18-25 years old, armed with a handgun. Purses and wallets have been taken, and the robbers fled immediately after each confrontation. A small, dark-colored sedan is possibly associated with the robbers. It is possible that the suspects are sitting in their car waiting for a potential victim to walk nearby.

Although none of these crimes have occurred in Chevy Chase Village, they are occurring very nearby, and I want all of our residents to be aware of this crime problem. The Chevy Chase Village Police Department recommends the following strategies to avoid becoming a victim of a street robbery:

• Walk briskly, with your head up, eyes scanning, and alert to your surroundings.
• Avoid using ear buds or headphones, and avoid talking on a cell phone while walking.
• Walk in groups whenever possible.
• Trust your instincts; if someone makes you feel uncomfortable, avoid them by changing your direction and increasing your pace; go directly to a well-lit public place if possible.
• Call the police immediately and report any suspicious person or circumstance.

If you are confronted by a robber, give them the items that they want. Be the best witness you can be and provide as much detail about the suspect(s) as you can remember. If a car is involved, get a tag number if you can do so without putting yourself in jeopardy.

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December 2, 2011

An unidentified subject is a suspect in thefts from the All Saints Preschool at

3 Chevy Chase Circle in Chevy Chase, MD

 

On December 2, 2011 at approximately 9:15 a.m., the suspect entered the church during the busy morning drop-off period.  He told the receptionist that he was interested in getting information about the preschool.  While staff was busy with the children outside, the suspect entered several rooms in the preschool.  The suspect stole cash and a Metro farecard from two purses.

 

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 6 feet tall and 200 pounds.  He is approximately 35-45 years old, with a clean-shaven head, dressed in a black thigh-length coat with the collar upturned, black pants, and black shoes.  He wore a large silver crucifix/cross around his neck on a chain. 

 

An investigation revealed that he attempted the same scheme at 3 additional churches with schools or preschools right over the DC line: Chevy Chase Baptist, Chevy Chase Presbyterian, and Blessed Sacrament.  Anyone with information is asked to contact the Chevy Chase Village Police Department immediately at 301-654-7300.

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November 22, 2011

Dear Village residents:

The below message is yet another crime alert sent out by the Town of Chevy Chase. This latest burglary occurred on Maple Avenue in the Town, which is right around the corner from the Ridge Street burglary that was the subject of my message a couple of hours ago. The point of entry of this burglary—like the one on Ridge—was a rear window of the home. Please keep a special lookout for any unknown person who you may see walking to the rear of a house.The Town put the following message out this afternoon and is being shared with Village residents due to its proximity to the Village.

"An unknown suspect or suspects entered a home through an unlocked rear windowin the7200 block of Maple Avenuesometime between 11/20/11 and themorning of 11/22/11, when the crime was discovered. Once inside, culprits removed several items from the home. No suspects were seen by neighbors. Officers from the Second District, MCP responded to investigate and gather evidence. Follow up will be conducted by Detectives. Neighborhood residents should be alert for unusual persons and vehicles in the Town and report them to police at 301-279-8000 or 911."

Stay alert for anyone who seems out of place. If you see or hear anything that is suspicious to you, please call the Village Police Department right away.

John Fitzgerald, Chief
Chevy Chase Village Police Department

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November 22, 2011

Dear Village Residents:

 

The Town of Chevy Chase continues to experience house break-ins.  The below incident occurred yesterday.  The 4400 block of Ridge Street is just north of Chevy Chase Country Club off of Bradley Lane. The Town put the following message out this morning and is being shared with Village residents due to its proximity to the Village.

 

"An unknown suspect or suspects smashed in two rear windows of a home in the 4400 block of Ridge St. sometime between 7am and 7pm on Monday 11/21/11. Once inside, culprits removed several items from the home. No suspects were seen by neighbors. A suspicious vehicle was noted by the homeowners when they arrived home, but it has not yet been confirmed if the vehicle is related to the burglary. Officers from the Second District, MCP responded to investigate and gather evidence. Follow up will be conducted by Detectives. Neighborhood residents should be alert for unusual persons and vehicles in the Town and report them to police at 301-279-8000 or 911."

 

Stay alert for anyone who seems out of place.  If you see or hear anything that is suspicious to you, please call the Village Police Department right away.

 

John Fitzgerald, Chief

Chevy Chase Village Police Department

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November 8, 2011

Larceny From Vehicle

Overnight Monday into Tuesday, someone broke a window out of 3 different cars in Chevy Chase Village, all with out-of-state license plates.  The cars were properly registered.  The only item stolen was an empty laptop case worth approximately $30.  Although it is unusual that our thefts involve smashing car windows, in each of the crimes, we believe (based on the officer’s observations) the thief thought that valuable electronics were inside the cars.  After smashing each window, the thief did not unlock the car doors; the thief simply reached through the open window.  The officer found all of the car doors locked when he arrived.   

Officer James Timmerman responded to all of the events, and he spoke with one resident who heard something outside at about 3:30 a.m.  The resident thought that the noise was caused by raccoons, so the resident turned on some outside lights and then heard a vehicle drive away.  The resident did not call the police.  The details follow: 

1. Theft: 5600 block of Kirkside Drive (between Montgomery Street and Center Street)

• Rear driver’s side window broken by unknown means (window was on the street side of the car)
• Empty laptop computer case was stolen from the back seat (visible from outside of the car)

2. Attempt theft: 5500 block of Montgomery Street (between the dead end and Kirkside Drive)

• Front passenger side window broken (window was on the curb side of the car)
• Nothing taken, but a cell phone style charger was plugged in and its LED light was illuminated and visible from the outside

3. Attempt theft:  5500 block of Cedar Parkway (first block off of Western Avenue)

• Driver’s window broken (window was on street side of car)
• Nothing taken, but a GPS holder was on the floor of the car and visible from the outside if the thief used a flashlight

Important prevention take-aways:

• Remove all valuables from cars and either remove or completely hide all electronics accessories (chargers, cradles, holders, etc.)
• Leave at least one exterior light on both in the front and in the back of your house every night through all hours of darkness

Call the police whenever you see or hear anything at night that gets your attention; we will respond right away 

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Week of October 16th

There were no reported crimes this week.

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October 12, 2011

 

Larceny from Vehicle

 

            Unknown suspect(s) broke the door window of a vehicle overnight from Tuesday, October 11^th to Wednesday, October 12^th. The vehicle was parked on the street in the 200 unit block of Primrose Street. Suspect(s) stole a backpack that had a laptop.

 

Please lock your vehicles and remove valuable items to avoid being victims of these types of crime. If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300.  Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

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October 10, 2011

 

Unlocked Vehicle

 

            Unknown suspect(s) went through five unlocked vehicles overnight from Sunday, October 9^th to Monday, October 10^th. Four vehicles were parked on the street and one in a driveway on the East side of the Village. Vehicles were located on Primrose Street, Oxford Street and Summerfield Road. Suspect(s) stole an IPod, sunglasses, jacket and loose change.    

 

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September 29, 2011

BURGLARY

A home in the 5800 block of Connecticut Avenue was burglarized from Wednesday, September 28^th, 6PM to Thursday, September 29^th, 7AM. The suspect(s) made forced entry through a side door. Construction tools were taken. The residence is currently under renovation and unoccupied.

If anybody has information that might be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center report anything suspicious.

Re-Instatement of the Neighborhood Watch Program

The second meeting to discuss the Chevy Chase Village Neighborhood Watch program will be held at the Village Hall on Monday, October 3^rd at 7:00 PM. These initial meetings are to discuss the basics of the program.
 

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September 27, 2011

 

BURGLARY ARREST UPDATE

Mitchell Jones

B/M, 04/16/56

5’10” / 205 lbs

Mitchell Jones has posted bail and been released pending his trial for the burglary in the 5500 blk of Montgomery Street. Mitchell Jones has been arrested in the past for other burglaries. If residents see Mitchell Jones in the Village please contact Chevy Chase Village Police immediately at 301-654-7300.

Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious at 301-654-7300.
 

Re-Instatement of the Neighborhood Watch Program

The second meeting to discuss the Chevy Chase Village Neighborhood Watch program will be held at the Village Hall on Monday, October 3^rd at 7:00 PM. These initial meetings are to discuss the basics of the program.

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September 23, 2011

BURGLARY ARREST

            Today at approx. 12:27 PM a resident called the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report a suspicious subject looking at homes in the 100 block of Hesketh Street. Village Police Officers responded and located the subject in the 5500 block of Montgomery Street. While talking with the subject a resident from the 5500 block of Montgomery Street called the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report that a subject entered his home and when confronted, the subject exited the residence. The subject that was being detained by the Village Police Officers was identified as the suspect that entered the home. The subject was arrested for burglary and trespassing. There was no forced entry into the home. The suspect provided an alias and the police department is currently attempting to identify the suspect’s real identity.              

If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.
 

Re-Instatement of the Neighborhood Watch Program

The meetings to discuss the Chevy Chase Village Neighborhood Watch program will be held at the Village Hall. The first meeting will be held on Monday, September 26^th at 7:00 PM. The second meeting will be on Monday, October 3^rd at 7:00 PM. These initial meetings is to discuss the basics of the program.

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WANTED SUBJECT

Delonte Greenwald

B/M, 8/17/90

5’11”/180 lbs

 

Delonte Anthony Greenwald has warrants for his arrest for larcenies from autos that occurred in the Village. Warrants are for one count of theft over $1,000 and 2 counts of theft under $1,000. If residents see Greenwald in the Village please contact Chevy Chase Village Police immediately at 301-654-7300.

 

Please lock your vehicles and remove valuable items to avoid being victims of these types of crime. If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300.  Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

 

 

 

 

September 23, 2011

Unlocked Vehicles

 

            Unknown suspect(s) went through two unlocked vehicles overnight from Thursday, September 22^nd to Friday, September 23^rd. The vehicles were parked in the driveways in the first unit block of Grafton Street. Nothing was taken from the vehicles. 

 

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September 9, 2011

Unlocked Vehicle

            Unknown suspect(s) went through two unlocked vehicles parked overnight from Thursday, September 8^th to Friday, September 9^th. One vehicle was parked in the driveway in the 5500 block of Center Street. GPS unit was taken. The other vehicle was parked in the driveway n the 100 block of Grafton Street. Nothing was taken. 

 

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September 5, 2011

Burglary

Today's date at approx. 2:20 AM unknown suspect(s) entered a home in the 100 block of East Melrose Street. The suspect(s)stole a TV, cell phone, wallet and a camera. Suspect(s) made their escape being taking a vehicle from the residence. The vehicle is a bright blue hard top Volkswagen EOS. During the same timeframe a house in 3700 block of Bradley Lane was also entered and rummaged through. Taken from the home was a box that had US currency and a necklace. Entry was made into both homes through unlocked rear windows.

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August 31, 2011

Unlocked Vehicle

Tuesday, August 30th to Wednesday, August 31st. The vehicle was parked on the street in the first unit block of Quincy Street. A wallet with cash and sunglasses were taken from the vehicle.

Residents need to lock their vehicles. If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300.  Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

 

Re-Instatement of the Neighborhood Watch Program

Neighborhood Watch is a community run program with the Village Police providing information and assistance as needed.  Any residents who are interested in participating in this program are asked to contact Acting Chief Adventino Dasilva by email at Tino.Dasilva@montgomerycountymd.gov.  If sufficient interest is demonstrated a meeting will be conducted to discuss program implementation and required training.

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August 9, 2011

Unlocked Vehicle / Stolen Vehicle

 

Unknown suspect(s) went through an unlocked vehicle parked overnight from Monday, August 8^th to Tuesday, August 9^th. The vehicle was parked in the driveway in the first unit block of Grafton Street. Nothing was taken.

During the same time frame a 2006 Toyota Sienna was taken by the suspect(s). The vehicle was parked in the driveway, unlocked, in the 3900 block of Oliver Street.

Residents need to lock their vehicles and remove valuable items. If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300.  Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

 

Re-Instatement of the Neighborhood Watch Program

Neighborhood Watch is a community run program with the Village Police providing information and assistance as needed.  Any residents who are interested in participating in this program are asked to contact Acting Chief Adventino Dasilva by email at Tino.Dasilva@montgomerycountymd.gov.  If sufficient interest is demonstrated a meeting will be conducted to discuss program implementation and required training.

 

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August 8, 2011

Unlocked Vehicles / Stolen Vehicle

Unknown suspect(s) went through an unlocked vehicle parked overnight from Sunday, August 7^th to Monday, August 8^th. The vehicle was parked on the street in the 100 block of Hesketh Street. Cash was taken from the vehicle.

During the same time frame entry was made into two unlocked vehicles in the first unit block of Hesketh Street. An Ipod and cash were taken from one vehicle. The other vehicle, a 2004 Toyota RAV4, was taken by the suspect(s).

Residents need to lock their vehicles and remove valuable items. If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300.  Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

Re-Instatement of the Neighborhood Watch Program

Neighborhood Watch is a community run program with the Village Police providing information and assistance as needed.  Any residents who are interested in participating in this program are asked to contact Acting Chief Adventino Dasilva by email at Tino.Dasilva@montgomerycountymd.gov.  If sufficient interest is demonstrated a meeting will be conducted to discuss program implementation and required training.

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August 2, 2011

UNLOCKED VEHICLE

         On August 2nd at approx. 2:38 PM unknown suspect(s) went through an unlocked vehicle parked in the first unit block of East Irving Street. A purse was taken from the vehicle.  

          Residents need to lock their vehicles. If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300.  Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

 

Re-Instatement of the Neighborhood Watch Program

          Neighborhood Watch is a community run program with the Village Police providing information and assistance as needed.  Any residents who are interested in participating in this program are asked to contact Acting Chief Adventino Dasilva by email at Tino.Dasilva@montgomerycountymd.gov.  If sufficient interest is demonstrated a meeting will be conducted to discuss program implementation and required training.

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July 9, 2011

UNLOCKED VEHICLE

Unknown suspect(s) went through an unlocked vehicle parked overnight from Friday, July 8^th to Saturday, July 9^th. The vehicle was parked on the street in the first unit block of Hesketh Street. Sunglasses were taken from the vehicle. During the same timeframe entry was made to an unlocked garage in the first unit block of Grafton Street. The suspect(s) went through two vehicles in the garage. Cash was taken from the vehicles.

If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

Re-Instatement of the Neighborhood Watch Program

Neighborhood Watch is a community run program with the Village Police providing information and assistance as needed. Any residents who are interested in participating in this program are asked to contact Acting Chief Adventino Dasilva by email at tino.dasilva@montgomerycountymd.gov. If sufficient interest is demonstrated a meeting will be conducted to discuss program implementation and required training.

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June 22, 2011

BREAK IN

UNLOCKED VEHICLES

A home in the 120 block of Grafton Street was burglarized at sometime between Friday, June 17th to Saturday, June 18th. The house is under construction and unoccupied. Several work tools were taken. A neighborhood canvass was conducted with no results, and the investigation is still ongoing.

Unknown suspect(s) went through two unlocked vehicles parked overnight between Sunday, June 20th to Monday, June 21th. One vehicle was parked in the driveway on the 5500 block of Park Street. The other vehicle was parked in the driveway on the 5500 block of Kirkside Drive. Cash and a phone charger was taken from one vehicle. Comparing this year to the last two years we have had fewer larcenies from autos. We encourage residents to lock their vehicles and remove anything of value.

If anyone has information that may be related to these incidents please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300.  Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

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 June 20, 2011 

UNLOCKED VEHICLES

STOLEN VEHICLE

Unknown suspect(s) went through two unlocked vehicles parked overnight from Sunday, June 19^th to Monday, June 20^th. One vehicle was parked in the driveway on the 5700 block of Kirkside Drive. The other vehicle was parked on the street of the 3900 block of Oliver Street. Cash was taken from one vehicle.

During the same timeframe a Chevy SUV was stolen. The SUV was parked on the street in the 5400 block of Grove Street.

This is the second Chevy SUV taken from the Village. It appears the suspect(s) are targeting Chevy SUVs and residents should take extra precautions and remove anything of value from their vehicles. If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious. 


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June 15, 2011

UNLOCKED

VEHICLES

Unknown suspect(s) went through two unlocked vehicles parked overnight from Monday, June 13^th to Tuesday, June 14^th. One vehicle was parked in the driveway on the first unit block of Primrose Street. The other vehicle was parked on the street the first unit block of Quincy Street. GPS units, iPod and cash were taken.

Residents need to lock their vehicles and remove valuable items to avoid being victims of these types of crime. If anyone has information that may be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

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May 23, 2011

CRIME ALERT

STOLEN VEHICLE

Unknown suspect(s) stole an SUV sometime between 12:30 AM to 9:30 AM on Sunday, May 22^nd. The vehicle was taken from a driveway in the first unit block of Oxford St. The vehicle was unlocked.

Residents need to lock their vehicles and remove any valuable items from their vehicles. If anyone has information that might be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

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April 28, 2011

CRIME ALERT

BURGLARIES

A home in the unit block of East Kirke Street was burglarized overnight between April 26^th and April 27^th. Entry was made through an open front window by cutting the outside screen. Suspect(s) took a handbag and $20.00 dollars in cash that were near the window.

A home in the 100 block of Primrose was burglarized while the residents were out of town. Entry was made through an unlocked rear window. Suspect(s) took a handbag and a laptop computer. The handbag was recovered near the East Kirke Street burglary.

It appears both burglaries were committed by the same suspect(s) and in the same timeframe. At this time there is no suspect(s) information. With the weather becoming warmer, residents like to open their homes windows for ventilation. We strongly advised that the windows that are easily accessible are to be closed and locked prior to turning in for the night or when the house is vacant.

If anyone has information that might be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

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April 11, 2011

CRIME ALERT

BURGLARY

A home in the 5400 block of Grove Street was burglarized today, April 11, around 10:48 AM. The suspect forced entry through the front door. Suspect rummaged through a nightstand but nothing was taken. A witness saw a Hispanic male in his early 20's, 5”10 to 6”00 feet tall, 150 to 160lbs, with black wavy hair, running from the house.

If anyone has information that might be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

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March 29, 2011

CRIME ALERT

BURGLARY

A home in the 100 block of Hesketh Street was burglarized on Saturday, March 26, around 4PM. The suspect(s) forced entry through the rear basement door. Suspect(s) took $150 dollars from a dresser drawer. Seen in the area at the time of the burglary was an older KIA Rio blue in color.

If anyone has information that might be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

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March 18, 2011

CRIME ALERT

BURGLARY

A home in the 5700 block of Kirkside Drive was burglarized on Wednesday, March 16, 2011 between 7:30 pm and 10:00 pm. The homeowners went out to dinner and when they returned noticed that the front door was unlocked. The following day the homeowners discovered that cash was missing from the house. That only a few dresser drawers were ajar and rummaged through, but nothing else was taken. There were no signs of forced entry into the home and there is no suspect(s) information.

If anyone has information that might be related to this incident please contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center at (301) 654-7300. Please continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center to report anything suspicious.

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January 19, 2011

Update on West Lenox Street Burglary

As of January 19, 2011 there is only one outstanding suspect from the burglary that occurred in October 2010, Donte Markiel Jones, age 23. This warrant is for first-degree burglary, third-degree burglary, fourth-degree burglary, theft between $1,000 and $10,000, conspiracy to commit first-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit third-degree burglary, conspiracy to commit fourth-degree burglary, and conspiracy to commit theft between $1,000 and $10,000. Detectives continue to attempt to locate Jones in order to serve this arrest warrant on him.

Anyone who has information about the whereabouts of Donte Jones is asked to call Detective Frazier of the 2nd District Investigative Section at 301-657-0146 or the Montgomery County Police non-emergency number at 301-279-8000.

Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Crimes Solvers will pay a cash reward of up to $1,000 for information provided to them that leads to an arrest and/or indictment of the persons.

 Donte Jones

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October 28, 2010

CRIME ALERT

BURGLARY

Today, between 12 a.m. and 6 a.m., a home in the second unit block of W. Lenox Street was burglarized.  The residents were home and were not awakened during the buglary.  The suspect(s) made entry through the front door that was unlocked.  the suspect(s) took a laptop, television and cash.

The suspect(s) obtained keys to the resident's Mini Cooper.  The suspect(s) stole the Mini Cooper that was parked on the street, in front of the house.  At this time there is no susoect information.

Please remember to activate your alarm system and double check your doors before going to bed.  Contact the Village Communications Center (301) 654-7300 to report anything suspicious.

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October 19, 2010

ROBBERY VICTIM'S CAR FOUND

Metropolitan Police and Montgomery County Police have informed me that yesterday's robbery victim's car has been located in Washington, DC in the area of the 6800 block of Georgia Avenue.  the five occupants of the vehicle are being interviewed by detectives to determine if they were involved in the robbery.

This is an excellent job by all police agencies involved who quickly shared information, got the public involved, and hopefully will lead to the identity of those individuals who are responsible for committing the crime.  Special thanks to the Metropolitan Dc Police 4th District who located the vehicle and the occupants.

Chief Roy Gordon

Chevy Chase Village Police

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October 18, 2010

CRIME ALERT

STRONG ARMED ROBBERY

Today, October 18, 2010, at approximately 10:45 a.m., a female walking back to her vehicle after conducting business at the Post Office, (5910 Connecticut Avenue) was approached by 4 black males in a gold colored sedan.  Thinking that the individuals were seeking directions, the female stopped and one black male exited the vehicle and demanded the victim's purse and keys.  The victim hesitated and the suspect snatched the purse and car keys out of the victim's hands.  A second suspect exited the gold colored sedan and jumped into the victim's Volvo sedan followed by the gold sedan.  The vehicles were last seen southbound Connecticut Avenue toward Washington, D.C.  The victim was not injured and provided police with the suspects' vehicle tag number.  The Village Police placed a lookout for both vehicles.  The suspect's vehicle was reported stolen from Prince Georges County on 10/16/10.

Suspects are described as four black males: the driver of the gold sedan, Dodge Intrepid, is about 40 years old; the other 3 suspects were described as young males.  The victim's purse contained a small amount of cash, miscellaneous credit cards, and personnal identification.

If you were in the area of the Post Office (5910 Connecticut Avenue) this morning and witnessed this event, please contact the Village Police at 301-654-7300.

Chief Roy Gordon

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CRIME ALERT

VEHICLE BREAK-INS

Today, September 14, 2010, between 12:15 a.m. and 7:30 a.m., five (5) vehicles on the West side of the Village were entered and property removed. Four of the vehicles were parked in driveways and one was parked on the street in front of the residence. All the vehicles were left unlocked. In one case, a garage was entered and a bicycle was taken. Eye glasses and a tool bag were removed from another vehicle. Most vehicles were ransacked but nothing was removed. These events occurred at the following locations: 3900 block of Oliver Street, 5500 block of Grove Street, 5600 block of Montgomery Street, and the 5600 block of Kirkside Drive. There are no suspects at this time. The following property was recovered by Village Police: a girl's bike, a backpack containing tennis style clothing.

NOTE: Montgomery County Police responded to vehicle break-ins in the Town of Somerset and Metropolitan D.C. Police responded to vehicle break-ins across Western Avenue in DC Northwest. It is not known at this time if the same individuals are responsible for the crimes.

Village residents are reminded to lock their vehicles and activate any vehicle alarm systems. We also ask that you contact the Village Communications Center (301) 654-7300 to report any suspicious activity.

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July 20, 2010

CRIME ALERT

 

BURGLARY

 

On 7/19/2010, between 10:30 a.m. and 7:15 p.m., a home in the 5400 block of Grove Street was burglarized.  The suspect(s) entered the home by breaking out a large plate glass window in the enclosed porch in the rear yard.  Once inside the suspect(s) removed a laptop computer and some currency.  Montgomery County Police also responded to the residence and processed the scene for prints.  A neighborhood canvass was conducted with negative results.  There is no description of the suspect(s) and no reports of suspicious person(s) in the area during or after the times the burglary was reported.  The home has an alarm but the system was not activated by the homeowner.

 

Residents are reminded to report anything suspicious to the Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300 and to always use their alarm systems.

 

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April 2, 2010

CRIME ALERT

VEHICLE BREAK-INS

During the early morning hours on April 1, 2010 several vehicles were broken into on Hesketh Street and West Irving Street on the blocks between Magnolia Parkway and Cedar Parkway. A total of 11 vehicles were entered; 9 were parked on the street, 2 were parked in driveways. All the vehicles were unlocked. The suspect(s) entered the unlocked vehicles and went through the glove box, consoles, etc. looking for items to steal.

Village Police discovered two of the break-ins at approximately 1:30 a.m. while on routine patrol. Fingerprints were taken and submitted for analysis. During a neighborhood canvass a resident thought they heard a car alarm going off around 2:00 a.m.

Please contact the Village Communications Center (301) 654-7300 if you see or hear anything suspicious.

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POSSIBLE SCAM

BE AWARE OF PEOPLE SEEKING DONATIONS BY PHONE AND IN PERSON

The Chevy Chase Village Police wants to remind residents to ensure they verify phone and door-to-door solicitors of donations purporting to be collecting for charitable organizations. Recently, the Chevy Chase Village Police have received complaints from residents concerning solicitors who implied they have an association with the Village Police or other police agencies. Residents are receiving calls from the Police Protective Fund seeking donations.

The Chevy Chase Village Police offers these tips related to phone and in-person solicitations for charitable donations:

• Whether in-person or by phone be aware of solicitors using high pressure tactics or solicitors who prey upon your sympathies to get an immediate donation
• Never make arrangements to have someone pick up money from your home
• Be aware that while your caller ID may show a local number many phone solicitors are actually calling from across the state or even out-of-state
• Be suspicious when asked for “cash” only donations

Always verify the name of the organization to include their address, phone number and the identity of the caller or the person at your door step

At your convenience research the charity online before you make a decision to donate

Never assume the friendly voice belongs to a trustworthy caller

Please click here to view a Montgomery County Press release from 2006 concerning the solicitation activities of the Police Protective Fund.

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March 2, 2010

CRIME ALERT

The Montgomery County Code Enforcement Personnel, Montgomery County Police and the DEA (Drug Enforcement Admin) have the following alert for residents of the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Area to be on the look out for three groups of men claiming to be tree workers and home repair workers—they are scammers who are heavily targeting our IMMEDIATE area (and I do mean immediate!). They also claim to do extermination work. They are going door to door and are targeting our area because of our general wealth.

They have hit several homeowners for very large sums of money-cash- they begin the work and then disappear. Homeowners of all ages, not just the elderly, have been the subject of this rip-off.

The authorities believe the groups are out of Culpepper, Va. They drive Ford and Chevy Pick-up Trucks with racks on the back made of wood. They believe one of the trucks has a sign on the door that says Meadow Tree and Lawn Service. The DEA believe that a drug making lab is somehow associated with these individuals.

The police are asking that if you see a group meeting this description to please call them 301-279-8000 (non-emergency) or 911 if the situation lends itself to immediate police response. Get a license number if you can.

Thank you for your attention. Remember to only employ reputable and recommended workers and do not give them cash up front. Continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center 301-654-7300 to report anything suspicious.

January 6, 2010

VEHICLE BREAK-INS

STOLEN VEHICLE

 

Early this morning Village Police took 8 vehicle break-in reports. All the vehicles were unlocked; 3 were parked in driveways and 5 were parked on the street. Six vehicles were ransacked but nothing taken and the remaining two vehicles had petty cash removed from inside the vehicles. The vehicle break-ins occurred on the 1^st unit block of East Irving Street. And the 1^st unit block thru the 100 block of East Kirke Street.

 

The stolen vehicle was taken from the 6000 block of Western Avenue. The vehicle was parked in the driveway unlocked, with the keys in the center console.

 

The above incidents occurred between 10 PM on January 5^th and 7 AM on January 6^th.

 

Village Police ask that you lock your vehicles and remove anything of value from them. Contact the Village Communications Center (301) 654-7300 to report anything suspicious.  

November 5, 2009

Today, between 1:30 a.m. and 6:00 a.m., a home in the first unit block of Oxford Street was burglarized. The residents and older children were home at the time. Entry was made by climbing through a ground level unlocked window. The home is alarmed but the system was not activated.

Once inside, the suspect(s) removed a ladies purse and its contents; electronic gaming systems, several movie DVDs, a laptop, and cell phone. The keys to the victim's Range Rover SUV were also taken. The suspect(s) stole the Range Rover and made good their escape. The Range Rover was parked on the street in front of the home.

A neighborhood canvass was conducted that yielded no additional information. There are no descriptions of the suspect(s).

The Range Rover is dark blue in color with Maryland Tags.

Please remember to activate your alarm system when you go to bed at night. Continue to contact the Chevy Chase Village Communications Center 301-654-7300 to report anything suspicious.

July 2, 2009

Between 06-22-09 and 06-24-09 Chevy Chase Village Police investigated twenty-one vehicle break-ins throughout the Village. Of the twenty-one vehicles broken into, 10 were parked on the street and 11 were parked in the driveway. Items stolen were GPS units, CD players, CDs, cell phones and lots of loose change. The thefts happened in the late evening and early morning hours. Village Officer Willie Hearn on routine patrol discovered a vehicle with its interior light on and his investigation revealed that the vehicle was entered and various items removed.

The following streets/driveways were targeted: Hesketh Street, Grove Street, Cedar Parkway, Grafton Street, West Irving Street, East Lenox Street, West Lenox Street, Montgomery Street and Center Street.

The Chevy Chase Village Police recommend that residents lock their vehicles and utilize their vehicle alarm systems; consider installing photo-sensitive motion detectors that will illuminate their driveways/vehicles when someone passes by; and continue to report any suspicious activity to the Village Communications Center at 301-654-7300.