202200014890 Theft from Auto 1900 block of West St.

On 7/11/22 at approximately 6:27pm, officers responded to the 1900 block of Forest Drive for a reported theft from auto. The victim advised that several items were stolen from his unsecured vehicle. The items included a crossbow and misc. tools. Total loss value to the victim was $595.00.

202200014906 Shots Fired 1200 block of Forest Dr.

On 7/11/22 at approximately 10:06pm, officers responded to the 1200 block of Forest Drive for reports of shots fired. Through investigative means and witness information it was determined that two vehicles were struck by gunfire. A suspect vehicle was later located unoccupied nearby. The vehicle was towed from the scene for safe keeping pending a search warrant. A search of the vehicle resulted in the recovery of a loaded handgun. No injuries were reported in this incident and no arrests have been made.

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Submitting Anonymous Tips to Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland

Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland is an organization separate from the Annapolis Police Department. When you phone in or submit your Annapolis crime tip online or through the P3 Tips smartphone app Metro Crime Stoppers receives your tip anonymously and only forwards your tip information to the Annapolis Police Department. No identifying information is ever forwarded to us. Metro Crime Stoppers uses a special coding system to protect your identity, they do not use Caller ID or record telephone conversations. If your tip leads to the arrest or indictment of a person for a felony you could qualify for up to a $2,000 cash reward from Metro Crime Stoppers. You can submit a tip by calling 1-866-7LOCKUP (1-866-756-2587), visiting www.metrocrimestoppers.org, or through the P3 Tips smartphone app. The app can be found in the Apple or Android app stores by searching for P3 Tips. You can also call a tip into us directly at 410-280-CLUE (2583).

Programs Offered by the Community Services Unit

Annapolis Community Builders: If you live in Wards 1, 2, 3, or 4 contact Corporal S. Johnson for information at sljohnson@annapolis.gov. If you live in Wards 5, 6, 7, or 8 contact Officer D. Smikle at dasmikle@annapolis.gov.. Not sure about which Ward you live in? Check here.

FREE Home Security Survey: Let us show you in less than two hours how to make your home a safer place. Send an email today to find out more about this program or to make an appointment. Contact us at police@annapolis.gov.

Watch Your Car Program: The Watch Your Car Program helps prevent vehicle theft. A small sticker will be placed on your rear window. This sticker alerts officers nationwide that your vehicle is not normally driven during the hours of 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. The vehicle may be stopped to verify ownership. For more information about the program contact us at police@annapolis.gov.

Victims' Assistance & Resources: Crime victims can contact Lieutenant Kevin Krauss for more information.

Hispanic Liaison: Contact the Spanish speaking liaison, Joe Hudson, for help. Si Ud. necesita ayuda, pongase en contacto Sr. Joe Hudson.

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