Police Press Release - August 23, 2023

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Northern District

Weapons / CDS Violation - Brooklyn Park

23-730719

On August 23, 2023, at approximately 1:40 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop of a gray Toyota on Church Street near Patrick Henry Drive in Brooklyn Park. While speaking with the driver, the officer observed a .38 caliber handgun partially concealed near the steering wheel. Further investigation resulted in the seizure of approximately 10 grams of suspected crack cocaine, eight capsules containing suspected heroin/fentanyl, and a digital scale. The driver, who is prohibited from possessing firearms, was arrested and charged.
 
Arrested:
Donald Eugene Henderson
34-year-old
Pasadena, Maryland

 

Weapons / CDS Violation - Brooklyn Park

Western District

Shooting (Non-Contact) - Laurel

23-730717

On August 22, 2023, at approximately 11:45 p.m., officers responded for shots fired in the 8200 block of Brushyridge Road in Laurel. The investigation revealed that an unknown male suspect fired three rounds through the front door of an apartment. Officers searched the area but were unable to locate any suspects. No injuries were reported as a result of this incident. Western District detectives are investigating and ask anyone with information to contact 410-222-6155 or the Tip Line at 410-222-4700.
 
Suspect: Black male, tall, thin build, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants and black shoes