In the last 24 hours Annapolis Police officers responded to 88 calls for service and arrested 10 people.

Robbery – 201700000779 – 600 block of Severn Island Ct – 02/22 at 6:20pm: Officers responded to the unit block of Lincoln Ct for a report of an assault that occurred earlier on Severn Island Ct. The adult male victim reported that two suspects known to him assaulted him and stole money. The victim suffered injuries to his head, face, and leg. The victim identified one of the suspects as Gary Watts, 52, of Annapolis. Officers located Watts and arrested him. Watts was charged with robbery and second degree assault and is being held at the Jennifer Road Detention Center without bond. The investigation into the identity of the second suspect is continuing. The victim was treated at Anne Arundel Medical Center and released.

Attempted Thefts from Vehicles – 201700000783 – Chinquapin Round Rd and Virginia St – 02/23 at 3:40am: An observant caller reported seeing two male suspects checking vehicle door handles. Officers responded and another caller reported that they saw two people running across Chinquapin Round Rd towards Hicks Av. Officers saw the possible suspects on Hicks Av, but they ran when they saw officers. Multiple officers searched the area, but the suspects were not located. It is unknown if anything was stolen from the vehicles at this time.

Hiring Entry Level and Lateral Police Officers

Do you know someone interested in becoming a police officer? Some jobs are just jobs, others are careers. A career at the Annapolis Police Department gives you a chance to make a real difference. We are hiring entry level and lateral police officers. Apply for jobs at http://www.annapolis.gov/jobs. The starting salary is $48,425. For more information email policerecruiting@annapolis.gov.

Metro Crime Stoppers of Maryland

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 text, phone in, or submit your Annapolis crime tip online 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. Please be assured that only your tip is communicated from Metro Crime Stoppers to the police department, not any identifying information about you. 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. If you have crime or suspect information, please call, email, or text your "tip" to the following: Metro Crime Stoppers Hotline available 24-hours a day Toll FREE 1-866-7LOCKUP or TEXT "MCS" plus your message to CRIMES (274637) or visit www.metrocrimestoppers.org.

Programs Offered by the Community Services Unit

Annapolis Community Builders: If you live in Wards 1, 2, 3, or 4 contact Sergeant Nicole Vaden for information. If you live in Wards 5, 6, 7, or 8 contact Corporal Robert Galusha. 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 hlp. Si Ud. necesita ayuda, pongase en contacto Sr. Joe Hudson.

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