Police Press Release - October 26, 2023

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Special Operations Division

Traffic Safety Section
Maryland Route 10 Aerial Speed Enforcement Effort

Members of the Anne Arundel County Police Department’s Traffic Safety Section, with the assistance of the Anne Arundel County Police Department’s Aviation Unit, conducted a high-intensity speed enforcement detail on Route 10 on October 25, 2023, during the midday hours. Utilizing marked and unmarked cars and motorcycles for the 2.5-hour detail, officers made 23 traffic stops and issued citations for egregious speed violations. The Aviation Unit observed multiple speeds in excess of 85 mph and relayed the violator information to units on the ground. This enforcement effort is a continuation of directed enforcement patrols conducted on various county roadways due to crashes, aggressive driving, and speed complaints. Additional enforcement efforts will be conducted on various county roadways to deter aggressive driving, distracted driving, speeding, and occupant protection. Citizens observing any vehicles operated carelessly or recklessly are asked to contact the police department by calling 911 or the non-emergency number 410 222-8610.


Western District

Robbery (Citizen) - Gambrills
23-739419

On October 25, 2023, at approximately 11:20 a.m., officers responded for a report of an armed robbery outside of the Verizon store located at 2385 Brandermill Boulevard in Gambrills. Upon arrival, the 31-year-old victim advised that he had withdrawn money from the ATM at Navy Federal Credit Union in Gambrills and started to drive away when a white vehicle rear-ended his vehicle. The victim and the suspect’s vehicle pulled into the Verizon store parking lot when two males got out of the white vehicle, displayed a handgun, and demanded money from the victim. After the victim complied, the suspects took the victim’s cell phone and fled in the white vehicle. Officers canvassed the area but were unable to locate the suspects. Western District Detectives are investigating the incident and ask anyone with information to contact 410-222-6135 or the Tip Line at 410-222-4700.

Suspects:
1) Black male, dark clothing, slim build, 20 to 30 years of age
2) Black male, dark clothing, heavy build, 20 to 30 years of age