𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐦𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐤-𝐨𝐫-𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭! Grab your costumes and join the Anne Arundel County Police Department for some family-friendly Halloween fun! Check out the flyer for dates, times, and locations. We hope to see you there!

𝐅𝐀𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑 𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐑: 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐑𝐒. 𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐋𝐌𝐀 𝐒𝐖𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐑𝐓 Each year, representatives from our 911 Communications Section select an individual courageously fighting cancer and rally our entire police department to purchase items and donate through an annual fundraiser to show our unwavering support. This year, we had the honor of standing beside one of our very own: Retired Crossing Guard Coordinator Mrs. Thelma Swigert. During her time with the Anne Arundel County Police Department, Thelma was a pillar of reliability, dedication, and warmth. When diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer, Thelma faced an extraordinarily tough journey—enduring six rounds of chemotherapy, surgery, and an additional four rounds of chemo. Through every step of her battle, she embodied incredible strength, grace, and bravery, adopting her guiding motto: "Faith Over Fear." Today, we are thrilled to share that as of this October, Thelma has been CANCER-FREE for one full year! To mark this incredible milestone, members of our department gathered today to present Thelma with a donation check raised in her honor. Our goal was simple: to ensure Thelma knows she is never walking this path alone, and that even in retirement, her police family is always in her corner. Thelma expressed her deep gratitude for the support of her Anne Arundel County Police Family. Looking ahead, she plans to work with the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition - Chesapeake Region (ovarian.org/get-involved/che…)to inspire fellow cancer survivors, raise awareness, and motivate others to support this crucial cause. Please join us in sending love, prayers, and congratulations to Mrs. Swigert! Drop a message of encouragement for her below! #AACoPD #FaithOverFear #AACoPDCares #CommunityFirst #CancerFree #AnneArundelCounty

𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 - 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝟐𝟔-𝟕𝟑𝟑𝟔𝟕𝟓 On October 19, 2026, at approximately 11:50 a.m., an officer stopped a gray 2010 Infiniti on Meade Village Road near Fairbrook Court in Severn. As a result of the traffic stop, the officer recovered a loaded 9mm Glock handgun. The driver, who is prohibited from possessing firearms, was arrested and charged. 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝: Jalen Isaiah Gill 22-year-old Hanover, Maryland 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐲 (𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥) - 𝐎𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟔-𝟕𝟑𝟑𝟕𝟑𝟕 On October 19, 2026, at approximately 8:25 p.m., officers responded to a robbery at the Verizon store at 1496 Annapolis Road in Odenton. The investigation revealed three males armed with handguns entered the store and forced two employees into a bathroom. The suspects fled before the employees could free themselves. Detectives are working with store management to determine what merchandise was stolen and in what quantity. The suspects also stole an employee’s vehicle as they fled. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Regional Crimes Unit at 410-222-4730. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700. 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: • White male, approximately 5'06" to 5'08", wearing an Amazon delivery jacket, a surgical mask, and black shoes. • White male, approximately 6'00", wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants, black shoes, and a face mask. • White male, tall, dressed in all-black clothing

𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 Please join us in congratulating our Central Records Employee of the Quarter, Kacie Fornaro. As the Administrative Manager for Central Records, Kacie plays a vital role in keeping the team organized and running smoothly. From managing personnel and communications to overseeing finances and office resources, her daily dedication supports our entire department. Thank you, Kacie, for constantly going above and beyond!

𝗣𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗺 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁 - 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 Our detectives are investigating reports of telephone scams targeting community members where scammers use high-pressure tactics to make victims immediately withdraw money from their bank accounts. In some recent cases, victims received calls from someone claiming to be an employee with their bank’s fraud department. Additionally, the caller ID on the victims’ phones displayed the same number as the victim’s bank card. The suspect then tells the victims that someone used their debit card and was trying to access their savings accounts as well. They then demand that victims withdraw money from their account and send ride share services to the victim’s home to retrieve the money. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲: Financial institutions will NEVER call you to demand immediate payment over the phone or in-person or to move money to another account to protect it. Scammers thrive on fear and urgency. Watch out for these warning signs: 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁, especially via untraceable methods such as gift cards, cryptocurrency, or wire transfers or by way of a ride share service sent to your home. 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀: They may threaten you with "immediate arrest" if you hang up. 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘆: They will tell you not to talk to family, friends, or even your financial institution. 𝗧𝗵𝗲 "𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲" 𝗧𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰: They keep you on the phone, so you don't have time to think or call for help. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 If you receive a suspicious call, follow these steps to stay in control: 𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗣. 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗘. 𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗖. Scammers want you to act emotionally. Taking a 10-second pause can break their spell. 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘. A legitimate legal issue will rarely, if ever, require a split-second financial decision. 𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗦 & 𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚 𝗨𝗣. Note the caller's name and what they claimed. Then, end the call. 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗣. Call a trusted family member or friend who can help you get the answers you need. 𝗞𝗘𝗘𝗣 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗘. Never give out your Social Security number, bank details, or passwords to an unsolicited caller. 𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧. If you are a victim of a scam or have experienced a scam attempt, report it to your local police department or financial institution.

This weekend, the Anne Arundel County Police Department's Youth Activities Program enjoyed a fun day of racing with our local youth at Crofton Go-Kart Raceway! Thank you to everyone who came out to support this event. They had a blast!!!

𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 - 𝐎𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟔-𝟕𝟑𝟑𝟓𝟐𝟐 On October 18, 2026, at approximately 1:15 a.m., Western District officers were notified of a walk-in patient at an area hospital suffering from an apparent stab wound. The victim reported that he and his roommate were involved in a verbal dispute earlier inside a residence in the 500 block of Prince Charles Avenue. The victim indicated the suspect exited his bedroom with a knife in his hand and charged at the victim who was standing in the hallway. The victim was stabbed in the upper extremity, disarmed the suspect and drove himself to the hospital for treatment. Officers located the suspect and took him into custody. Arrested: Stephen C. Hutton 71-year-old male Odenton, Maryland

Crain Highway South at Sir Walter Drive is closed to one lane due to a vehicle collision.  Please avoid the area and seek an alternate route.

Mountain Road @ Solley Road is temporarily closed while officers conduct a motor vehicle collision investigation. Motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes.

𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 The pictured individuals are alleged to have been involved in a theft in the Edgewater area. Anyone with information regarding the identity of these individuals is asked to contact the Southern District at 410-222-1965. Individuals wishing to remain anonymous are encouraged to call the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700

Western District CDS Arrest- Severn 26-733244 On October 15, 2026, detectives with our Western District conducted a traffic stop in the 1200 block of Reece Road. During the traffic stop, detectives located suspected cocaine, a digital scale, packaging materials, and a large amount of U.S. currency.  The suspects were subsequently placed under arrest and transported for processing.  Arrested: Ronald Anthony Sanders 23-year-old male Dundalk, Maryland Cheyenne Maria Lazo 21-year-old female Dundalk, Maryland

Update: The roadway has been reopened. Defense Highway at Davidsonville Road is shut down for a vehicle collision. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route.

You are not alone, and you do not have to suffer in silence. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, you don't have to navigate it alone. Help, safety, and confidential support are always available. Taking that first step can feel difficult, but when you’re ready, here are resources to help guide you forward. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞: - 𝐈𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: Call or text 𝟗𝟏𝟏 right away if you are in immediate danger. - 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: Call 𝟏-𝟖𝟎𝟎-𝟕𝟗𝟗-𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄 (𝟕𝟐𝟑𝟑) or text "𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓" 𝐭𝐨 𝟖𝟖𝟕𝟖𝟖 for free, confidential support from a trained advocate at any time. Break the silence. Reach out. We are here for you.

Tonight, our Community Police Academy focused on vital, life-saving preparedness through Stop the Bleed and CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events) training. Participants learned essential skills, including recognizing severe injuries, applying tourniquets, and providing critical aid before first responders arrive. The CRASE segment emphasized situational awareness, decision-making under stress, and proactive survival strategies. Equipping our community with these tools empowers members to act with confidence when seconds count. Next week, our Real Time Information Center!

UPDATE: The investigation is complete and the roadway has been reopened. Solley Road at Freetown Road is temporarily shut down in both directions for a motor vehicle collision investigation. Motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes.

Solley Road at Freetown Road is temporarily shut down in both directions for a motor vehicle collision investigation. Motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes.

Update: The roadway has been reopened. Ridge Road at Arundel Mills Boulevard is shut down for a vehicle collision. Please avoid the area and use an alternate route.

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝑨𝒏𝒏𝒆 𝑨𝒓𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒆𝒍 𝑪𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒕𝒚 𝑷𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝑨𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑰𝒏𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒐𝒇 𝒂𝒏 𝑨𝒅𝒅𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑨𝒖𝒕𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒅 𝑺𝒑𝒆𝒆𝒅 𝑬𝒏𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒄𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑪𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒓𝒂 A new automated speed enforcement camera location will become active in a school zone within the county on October 19, 2026. The cameras will operate from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, to help reduce vehicle speeds and promote safer driving habits in the vicinity of our schools. Citations will be issued after a 15-day warning period at the following location: St. Jane Francis Preschool – Riviera Drive, Pasadena Visit the Automated Traffic Enforcement Speed Program web page for more information: aacounty.org/police-departme…