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The Howard County Police Department is committed to informing the community and the news media of events within the public domain in a timely manner. The Office of Public Affairs issues news releases, responds to media inquiries, manages social media, and produces a daily crime bulletin.
News releases are issued for significant events and cases. The daily crime bulletin is produced each weekday when county offices are open and includes the initial reporting of various crimes such as robberies, burglaries, assaults, vehicle thefts, and theft from vehicles. It is not inclusive of all police activity in a day.
Please direct any media inquiries to HCPDNews@howardcountymd.gov.
Crime Prevention & Safety Articles
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 28, 2022
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Ellicott City, 21042: 4100 block of Font Hill Drive, June 27-28 overnight, debit card, ID
Laurel, 20723: 9700 block of Lady Slipper Court, June 28, nothing reported stolen
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 27, 2022
Robbery
Columbia, 21046: 9700 block of Clocktower Lane, June 24 1 p.m.
An adult female victim reported that she was approached by a male suspect who implied a gun, threatened her, and stole her cell phone before fleeing. No one was injured.
SUSPECT: Black male, approximately 5’10” with a thin build, black and yellow shoulder-length dreadlocks, wearing a black shirt and orange pants
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21046: Harris Teeter, 8600 block of Guilford Road, June 27 2:53 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by prying open the front door and stole prescription medication.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21046: 7200 block of Lee Deforest Drive, June 24 5:15-7:45 p.m., purse
Ellicott City, 21043: 4900 block of Meadowbrook Lane, June 24 7:30-8:30 p.m., wallet
6000 block of Otterbein Lane, June 25-26, tag
Elkridge, 21075: 7500 block of Washington Boulevard, June 24-25 overnight, catalytic converter
Ellicott City, 21042: 11000 block of Resort Road, June 25-26 overnight, three vehicles: change
Columbia, 21045: 9000 block of Red Branch Road, June 25-26 overnight, three vehicles: catalytic converters
Columbia, 21044: 5000 block of Columbia Road, June 25-26 overnight, two vehicles: cash
10300 block of Little Patuxent Parkway, June 27, iPad
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21045: 8500 block of Davis Road, June 23-24
2014 white Mitsubishi Outlander, tags MD/2CA6990
Elkridge, 21075: 6600 block of Amberton Drive, June 24-27
2017 black Covered Wagon trailer, tags MD/036940X
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 24, 2022
Residential burglary
Elkridge, 21075: 6600 block of Washington Boulevard, June 23 3 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) attempted to enter the residence through a window. No entry was made.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21044: 11000 block of Little Patuxent Parkway, June 22-23 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Columbia, 21045: 5600 block of Stevens Forest Road, June 23-24 overnight, tires
Ellicott City, 21043: 8300 block of Montgomery Run Road, June 23-24 overnight, multiple vehicles: airbags, tires
Fulton, 20759: 7600 block of Maple Lawn Boulevard, June 23-24 overnight, car parts
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9200 block of Livery Lane, June 22-23 overnight
2018 gray Honda Accord, tags MD/7DB6969
2017 black Chevrolet Impala, tags MD/9DZ2492
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 23, 2022
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21044: 6500 block of Dovecote Drive, June 21-22 overnight, gym bag and iPad
Ellicott City, 21043: 5000 block of Montgomery Road, June 22, credit cards
3200 block of North Ridge Road, June 22, purse
Laurel, 20723: 9900 block of Sienna Way, June 22-23, tags
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9100 block of Bourbon Street, June 22-23 overnight
2014 white Nissan Pathfinder, tags MD/6EE5840
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 22, 2022
Robbery
Columbia, 21044: 10700 block of Little Patuxent Parkway, June 21 2:08 p.m.
An adult female victim who works for the United States Postal Service reported that while delivering mail, she was approached by a male suspect who displayed a handgun and demanded her keys. The victim complied and the suspect fled. No one was injured.
SUSPECT: Black male, approximately 50-60 years old, 5’9”-6’0”, 200-225 pounds, with short black and gray hair, wearing beige shorts, a beige jacket, and blue shoes
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21044: Old Cedar Lane Head Start Center, 5400 block of Beaverkill Road, June 17-22
Unknown suspect(s) entered a shed on the property by cutting the lock and stole various items.
*Police believe the below burglaries all are related*
Ellicott City, 21043: 8800 block of Baltimore National Pike, June 22 2:30-4 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the following businesses by breaking a window or door: One Shot Liquors (stole cash, alcohol, and cigarettes); Viet Pearl (nothing reported stolen); Shin Chon Garden (nothing reported stolen); Hot N Roll Hot Pot (unclear what, if anything, was stolen); and Tian Restaurant (unclear what, if anything, was stolen).
Ellicott City, 21043: 5700 block of Richards Valley Road, June 22 2:30-4 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the following businesses by breaking a window or door: Revolution Eyes (stole eyeglass frames); Angels Cut Wine & Spirits (stole cash and alcohol); Ernesto’s Mexican Grill (cash register); and East Moon Asian Bistro (unclear what, if anything, was stolen).
Columbia, 21045: 9300 block of Snowden River Parkway, June 22 2:30-4 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the following businesses by breaking a window or door: Brian’s Beauty Supply (stole various items) and Boro Kabob (stole cash).
Columbia, 21045: Asean Bistro, 8700 block of Centre Park Drive, June 22 2:30-4 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window. Nothing was reported stolen.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 6400 block of Old Highgate Road, June 18-21, catalytic converter
7800 block of Washington Boulevard, June 21 3:20 p.m., cash, cell phone
Ellicott City, 21042: 3300 block of North Chatham Road, June 21-22 overnight, two vehicles: tires
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: Route 29 & Johns Hopkins Road, June 21 1 a.m.
2014 black BMW 3, tags MD/A293556
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 21, 2022
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21046: Beech’s Farm Apartments, 7200 block of Eden Brook Drive, June 16-20
Unknown suspect(s) entered a maintenance closet in the building by prying open the doors and stole a golf cart and tools.
Residential burglary
Savage, 20763: 8800 block of Howard Hills Drive, June 11-18
Unknown suspect(s) entered an unlocked attached shed and stole a firearm.
Columbia, 21044: 11700 block of Stonegate Lane, June 18 11:52 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) attempted to enter the residence by forcing open the front door. No entry was made.
Columbia, 21044: 12000 block of White Cord Way, June 18 11:58 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) attempted to enter the residence by forcing open the front door. No entry was made. Police are investigating whether this incident is related to the one on Stonegate Lane.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Ellicott City, 21042: 3400 block of Plumtree Drive, June 16-17 overnight, two vehicles: airbags
Elkridge, 21075: 8200 block of Gateway Drive, June 17 6:15-8:30 p.m., various items
5700 block of Main Street, June 19-20 overnight, purse, cash
7100 block of Daniel John Drive, June 19-20 overnight, various items
6200 block of Green Field Road, June 19-20 overnight, handicap placard
Columbia, 21044: 10200 block of Greek Boy Place, June 17, handgun
5700 block of Harpers Farm Road, June 19-20 overnight, catalytic converter
Ellicott City, 21043: 8400 block of Oakton Lane, June 17-18 overnight, airbag
Columbia, 21045: 8400 block of Each Leaf Court, June 19-20 overnight, catalytic converter
Clarksville, 21029: 6500 block of Langford Court, June 20 2 a.m., catalytic converter
Jessup, 20794: 8100 block of Washington Boulevard, June 20 3:15 a.m., catalytic converter
Columbia, 21046: 9500 block of Guilford Road, June 21 1:30-5 a.m., tires
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9700 block of Tiger Lily Path, June 11-19
2009 orange/black Honda CBR1000RR motorcycle, tags MD/81091Y
Annapolis Junction, 20701: 9000 block of Junction Drive, June 16-17
2022 black Mercedes-Benz C-Class, 2022 silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class, 2022 white Mercedes-Benz GLC (stolen off of a trailer)
Elkridge, 21075: 6700 block of Waterloo Road, June 18 3 a.m.
Kia Forte (recovered)
Columbia, 21046: 7500 block of Murray Hill Road, June 18-19 overnight
2016 white Buick Verano, tags MD/3DP9511
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 17, 2022
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 8800 block of Stanford Boulevard, June 15-16, tag
Elkridge, 21075: 6300 block of Green Field Road, June 15-16, tags
Columbia, 21046: 9500 block of Gerwig Lane, June 16-17 overnight, two vehicles: catalytic converters
Annapolis Junction, 20701: 9000 block of Junction Drive, June 17 4 a.m., unclear what, if anything, was stolen
Ellicott City, 21043: 8400 block of Oakton Lane, June 16-17 overnight, airbag
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 16, 2022
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21045: Circle K, 6200 block of Columbia Crossing Circle, June 14-15 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) attempted to enter the business by breaking a window. No entry was made.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21044: 5000 block of April Journey Road, June 14-15 overnight, various items
Ellicott City, 21043: 4300 block of Montgomery Road, June 15, credit cards and cash
Columbia, 21075: 5700 block of Oakland Mills Road, June 15, purse
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21042: 4600 block of Centennial Lane, June 15 7 p.m.
2015 black/white Kawasaki KLX 250 motorcycle
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 15, 2022
Robbery
Columbia, 21045: 5800 block of Robert Oliver Place, June 14 4:51 p.m.
An adult male victim reported that two male suspects approached him, assaulted him, and stole his bike and wallet prior to fleeing. No serious injuries were reported.
Commercial burglary
Ellicott City, 21042: Exxon and Sunoco, 10100-10200 block of Baltimore National Pike, June 14 2:21 a.m.
Multiple suspects entered the Exxon by breaking a window and stole cash registers. The suspects also attempted to enter the Sunoco by breaking the locks. The suspects fled but were arrested in a neighboring jurisdiction.
ARRESTED: four juvenile males, 14, 15, 15, 16, charged with burglary and related charges (the suspects are also charged with the burglary at Sunoco in the 9300 block of Baltimore National Pike reported on the June 14 daily bulletin)
Columbia, 21046: Shell, 9100 block of Snowden River Parkway, June 14 4:55 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking the glass door and stole lottery tickets.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Ellicott City, 21042: 11600 block of Cedarline Court, June 14, tag
4300 block of Montgomery Road, June 14, purse
Laurel, 20723: 9400 block of Washington Boulevard, June 14, catalytic converter
Columbia, 21046: 9500 block of Gerwig Lane, June 14-15 overnight, multiple vehicles: catalytic converters
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 14, 2022
Commercial burglary
Ellicott City, 21042: Sunoco, 9300 block of Baltimore National Pike, June 14 2 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window and stole cash and other items.
Residential burglary
Elkridge, 21075: 6300 block of Washington Boulevard, June 13
Unknown suspect(s) entered a motel room and stole a television. No signs of forced entry were observed.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel 20723: 9100 block of Blues Alley, June 13-14 overnight, electronics
Ellicott City, 21042: 8000 block of Main Street, June 13, tags
4600 block of Centennial Lane, June 14, credit cards, cash
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 13, 2022
Weapon violation
Columbia, 21044: 6000 block of Merriweather Drive, June 12 3:07 p.m.
Police responded for a report that a male suspect displayed a handgun following a verbal altercation with another male. No one was injured. Police are investigating whether the two involved individuals are acquaintances.
Ellicott City, 21043: 2000 block of Daniels Road, June 12 6:25 p.m.
Three adult male victims reported that three individuals accosted them and one of them displayed a handgun. Police responded and arrested the suspect who displayed the handgun. No one was injured.
ARRESTED: Daniel Ernesto Rivas-Cuellar, 23, of Gwynn Oak, charged with weapon violations
Columbia, 21044: 10300 block of Daystar Court, June 12 7:55 p.m.
Police responded for a report of shots fired and located shell casings in the area and a vehicle that had been struck. No one was injured.
Assault
Laurel, 20723: 9300 block of Daly Court, June 12 8:34 p.m.
Police received multiple calls for multiple suspects in a vehicle shooting a gel ball gun at people and property. Two people were hit with gel balls, but no one was injured. Police located the vehicle and arrested the four occupants.
ARRESTED: four juvenile males, 16 and 17, from Columbia and Ellicott City, charged with assault, reckless endangerment, and disorderly conduct
Residential burglary
Ellicott City, 21042: 10200 block of Burleigh Cottage Lane, June 3-10
Unknown suspect(s) entered a possibly opened attached garage door and stole a bicycle.
Ellicott City, 21042: 3100 block of Pine Orchard Lane, June 10-13
Unknown suspect(s) entered a storage locker and stole a bicycle.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 6700 block of Oak Hall Lane, June 5-12, catalytic converter
Laurel, 20723: 9500 block of Canterbury Riding, June 9-10 overnight, tag
9900 block of Washington Boulevard, June 10-11 overnight, various items
9000 block of Thamesmeade Road, June 11-12 overnight, catalytic converter
9100 block of Stebbing Way, June 12-13 overnight, wallet
Horsham Drive & Knights Bridge Road, June 12-13 overnight, catalytic converter
Elkridge, 21075: 7100 block of Ducketts Lane, June 9-10 overnight, various items
6700 block of Iron Ore, June 9-10 overnight, various items
Columbia, 21046: 7100 block of Oakland Mills Road, June 12, bicycles
Columbia, 21044: 10200 block of Greek Boy Place, June 12-13 overnight, wallet
Ellicott City, 21043: 6000 block of Otterbein Lane, June 12-13 overnight, various items
8800 block of Montjoy Place, June 12-13 overnight, multiple vehicles: wallets
Ellicott City, 21042: 4700 block of Columbia Road, June 13, credit card
Savage, 20763: 8900 River Island Drive, June 13, catalytic converter
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 5300 block of Columbia Road, June 11
2014 Silver Honda Accord, tags: MD/5CV9797
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 10, 2022
Weapon/drug violation
Columbia, 21044: 6000 block of Foreland Garth, June 9 5 p.m.
Police conducting a traffic stop recovered a loaded handgun and suspected marijuana in quantities indicative of distribution. Both occupants of the vehicle were arrested.
ARRESTED: Rahshawn Robinson-Kinard, 23, of Ellicott City, and Mateo Hopkins, 24, of Laurel, charged with weapon and drug violations
Commercial burglary
Ellicott City, 21043: Shell, 5600 block of Waterloo Road, June 10 12:48 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window and stole cash registers.
Residential burglary
Mount Airy, 21771: 800 block of Beetz Road, June 9 4:30 a.m.
A resident reported that a male suspect attempted to enter his residence. The suspect fled when confronted. No entry was made.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 5400 block of Phelps Luck Drive, June 9, catalytic converter
Elkridge, 21075: 6800 block of Guest Call, June 9-10 overnight, change, identification
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 5800 block of Barnwood Place, June 9
2021 black/green Can-Am motorcycle
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 9, 2022
Assault/weapon violation
Columbia, 21044: 10300 block of Little Patuxent Parkway, June 8 5 p.m.
Police responded for a report of several suspects assaulting a male victim and a shot fired. Police located the victim, who had minor injuries but was not shot. The investigation is ongoing.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21044: 5000 block of Campus Drive, June 5-8, tag
10000 block of Town Center Avenue, June 8, tag
6100 block of Fence Post Court, June 8-9 overnight, nothing reported stolen
11000 block of Two Ships Court, June 8-9 overnight, purse
Columbia, 21045: Luckpenny Place & Phelps Luck Drive, June 7-8 overnight, tags
Hanover, 21076: 6000 block of Hanover Road, June 8-9 overnight, catalytic converter
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: Route 29 at Route 32, June 8 9-11:30 p.m.
2018 blue Subaru WRX, tags MD/9EP7385
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 8, 2022
Robbery
Columbia, 21046: 8400 block of Braddock Way, June 8 12:53 a.m.
An adult female victim reported that she was in a vehicle with three male suspects when they displayed handguns, assaulted her, and stole her belongings before fleeing. No serious injuries were reported.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 6600 block of Washington Boulevard, June 6-7 overnight, credit cards and documents
7000 block of Dorsey Run Road, June 7, tag
Hanover, 21076: 6400 block of Julie Ann Drive, June 6-7 overnight, multiple vehicles: change
Columbia, 21044: 7000 block of Garden Walk, June 7-8 overnight, laptops and iPad
10000 block of Town Center Avenue, June 8, iPod
Ellicott City, 21043: Ilchester Road at Landing Road, June 7, various items
Columbia, 21045: 8900 block of Footed Ridge, June 7-8 overnight, catalytic converter
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9200 block of Redbridge Court, June 6-7 overnight
2010 Toyota Sienna, tags MD/7DW2537
Hanover, 21076: 6400 block of Julie Ann Drive, June 6-7 overnight
White Acura (recovered)
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 7, 2022
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel, 20723: 8800 block of Gorman Road, June 6, purse
Columbia, 21044: 5400 block of Lynx Lane, June 7, tag
Vehicle theft
Elkridge, 21075: 7600 block of Hearthside Way, June 6
Gray Infiniti Q60, tags: MD/T0785360
Savage, 20763: 8400 block of Fair Street, June 6
Nissan Sentra, tags MD/2EA5811
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 6, 2022
Weapon violation
Clarksville, 21029: 7200 block of Guilford Road, June 5 8:30 p.m.
Police responded for a report of shots fired and located shell casings in the area. No one was injured.
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21045: Howard International Market, 8700 block of Cloudleap Court, June 5-6 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking the front glass window and stole various items.
Residential burglary
Elkridge, 21075: 6200 block of Old Washington Road, June 4-5 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) entered a detached garage and stole a backpack that was recovered nearby.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 6400 block of Rockledge Court, June 2-3 overnight, various items
5900 block of Augustine Avenue, June 2-3 overnight, wallet
5700 block of Furnace Avenue, June 4 12-3:15 p.m., purse
6200 block of Old Washington Boulevard, June 4-5 overnight, bag
6000 block of Claire Drive, June 4-5 overnight, change
7200 block of Washington Boulevard, June 5 3:45-5 p.m., purse
Hanover, 21076: 6000 block of Bakers Place, June 2-3 overnight, two vehicles: cash
Ellicott City, 21042: 3100 block of Pine Orchard Lane, June 2-3, tag
Laurel, 20723: 8600 block of Vintage Earth Path, June 3-4 overnight, two vehicles: nothing reported stolen
10100 block of Superior Avenue, June 5 1:30-2 p.m., purse
9600 block of Canterbury Riding, June 5, tools
9200 block of Maggies Way, June 5-6 overnight, two vehicles: various items
Ellicott City, 21043: 5100 block of Meadow Creek Terrace, June 5-6 overnight, tires
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9200 block of Bridle Path, June 1-3
2015 white Jeep Patriot, tags MD/T0915827
Annapolis Junction, 20701: 10100 Junction Drive, June 2-3
2005 black Honda CBR1000, tags VA/873817
Columbia, 21044: 5000 block of Columbia Road, June 3 12:30-3 p.m.
2016 silver Ford Fiesta, tags MD/6EG8809
Columbia, 21044: 5400 block of Harpers Farm Road, June 3 5-5:30 p.m.
2013 blue Hyundai Sonata, tags MD/9CG5292
Laurel, 20723: 9600 block of Dapper Town Row, June 3-4 overnight
2007 silver Ford Explorer, tags MD/8EG4559
Columbia, 21044: 5400 Smooth Meadow Way, June 4-5 overnight
2016 black Audi A3, tags MD/2DP2293
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 3, 2022
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Ellicott City, 21043: 7900 block of Nottingham Way, June 2, two vehicles: unclear what, if anything, was stolen
4700 block of Shelley Lane, June 2, unclear what, if anything, was stolen
Elkridge, 21075: 6400 block of Green Field Road, June 2-3 overnight, unclear what, if anything, was stolen
Vehicle theft
Elkridge, 21075: 7000 block of Barnett Lane, June 2
2018 gray Dodge Charger, tags NJ/D71PHZ
Hanover, 21076: 6100 block of Fairbourne Court, June 2-3 overnight
Blue Ford Explorer, tags MD/AT0702
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 2, 2022
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9600 block of Homestead Court, June 1-2 overnight
2020 white Toyota C-HR, tags MD/46215CJ
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, June 1, 2022
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Ellicott City, 21043: 8900 block of Town and Country Boulevard, May 31-June 1 overnight, cash
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21042: 9000 block of Fathers Legacy, May 31-June 1 overnight
White Ford SUV
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, May 31, 2022
Robbery
Laurel, 20723: Zion's Beauty Supply, 9100 block of All Saints Road, May 27 3:30 p.m.
An employee reported that when she confronted three suspects who stole merchandise, a female suspect assaulted her before all three suspects fled. No one was injured.
SUSPECTS: two Black females with heavy builds, one wearing a white hooded jacket, the other wearing blue jeans, a jean jacket, and pink sandals, and a Black male with a medium build, dreadlocks, and a red shirt
Columbia, 21044: 10000 block of Hyla Brook Road, May 28 11:50 p.m.
Two teenage male victims reported that during a fight involving several unknown subjects, a male suspect with his face partially covered displayed a handgun and demanded their belongings. The suspect assaulted one victim and stole his bag before fleeing. No serious injuries were reported.
Commercial burglary
Jessup, 20794: Shell, 8700 block of Washington Boulevard, May 30 2:15 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a rear window and stole a cash register.
Fulton, 20759: Maple Lawn Market, 8100 block of Maple Lawn Boulevard, May 30 3:09 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window and stole various items.
Laurel, 20723: Exxon, 9200 block of All Saints Road, May 31 12:56 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window and stole various items.
Columbia, 21045: Mobil, 6200 block of Columbia Crossing Circle, May 31 3:40 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking the front glass door and stole various items.
Residential burglary
Columbia, 21044: 5400 block of Fallriver Row, May 28 6:30-10:19 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence by forcing open a rear basement door and stole jewelry and a passport.
Columbia, 21046: 7100 block of Rivers Edge Road, May 28-30
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence through a rear sliding door and stole cash and jewelry.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 9600 block of Whiteacre Road, May 22-27, tire
Columbia, 21046: 9300 block of Gerwig Lane, May 25-27, catalytic converter
9500 block of Sea Shadow, May 26-27, various items
9300 block of Gerwig Lane, May 27-31, two vehicles: catalytic converters
Jessup, 20794: 8800 block of Red Spruce Way, May 26-27, various items
8300 block of Bristol Court, May 27-31, three vehicles: catalytic converters
Elkridge, 21075: 6200 block of Greenleaf Drive, May 28-29 overnight, various items
Laurel, 20723: 8600 block of Tower Drive, May 29, nothing reported stolen
Ellicott City, 21042: 11000 block of Resort Road, May 30, tag
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 10300 block of Swift Stream Place, May 27-28
2012 black Acura TL (recovered)
Columbia, 21045: 4900 block of Blue Wing Court, May 27-28 overnight
2006 Land Rover Range Rover, tags MD/8CX3981
Elkridge, 21075: 6200 block of Sandrise Court, May 29 12:28 a.m.
2019 black Audi Q5, tags MD/4FA6129
June 28, 2022
Howard County police have made an arrest in a June 12 weapon violation in the 6000 block of Merriweather Drive in Columbia and recovered two illegally owned handguns from the suspect. Police responded on June 12 for a report that a male suspect displayed a handgun following a verbal altercation with another male. No one was injured. Through investigation, police identified the suspect, arrested him, and recovered the guns and loaded magazines.
ARRESTED: Loomis Boakai Zayzay, 28, of Columbia, charged with 11 total counts of weapon violations, reckless endangerment, and disorderly conduct
June 2, 2022
Police have made an arrest in a Feb. 15 armed robbery at High's in the 11800 block of Lime Kiln Road in Fulton. An employee reported that a male suspect with his face partially covered entered the business, displayed a gun, and stole cash from the register before fleeing. No one was injured. Through investigation, police identified the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Donald George Keldo, Jr, 31, of Woodbridge, Va., charged with armed robbery, robbery, assault, reckless endangerment, and weapon violations
April 1, 2022
Police have charged two men with three residential burglaries on Feb. 12. The suspects entered two residences in the 5300 block of Harpers Farm Road in Columbia and a residence in the 7900 block of Brightmeadow Court in Ellicott City and stole cash and jewelry. Through investigation, police identified two suspects and charged them. Detectives continue to investigate these suspects for a string of similar residential burglaries dating back to November 2021.
CHARGED: Alexander Izquierdo-Hincapie, 44, of Queens, N.Y. (in custody) and Alfredo Montero-Gonzalez, 47, of no fixed address (warrant for arrest) are charged with multiple counts of first-, third-, and fourth-degree burglary, theft, and destruction of property
Police have made an arrest in a Nov. 3 residential burglary in the 8200 block of Sandy Stream Road in Laurel. A suspect entered the residence by prying open a window and stole a handgun, photography equipment, and foreign currency. Through investigation, police identified the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: William Nathaniel Hunter, 26, of Washington, D.C., charged with first-, third-, and fourth-degree burglary, and theft
Police have made an arrest in a Dec. 25 commercial burglary at Papa John’s Pizza in the 9300 block of Snowden River Parkway in Columbia. A suspect entered the business by breaking the front glass door and stole cash. Through investigation, police identified the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Devonte Dominic Johnson, 27, of Linthicum Heights, charged with second- and fourth-degree burglary, theft, and destruction of property
Police have made an arrest in a March 18 commercial burglary at BangNJen Salon in the 6500 block of Washington Boulevard in Elkridge. The suspect entered the business by breaking a rear window and stole cash and an iPad. Through investigation, police identified the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Juvenile male, 17, of Elkridge, charged with burglary, theft, and destruction of property
March 3, 2022
Police have made two arrests in three commercial burglaries in the 10100-10200 blocks of Baltimore National Pike in Ellicott City reported on Oct. 5, 2021. The suspects entered Beef Brothers Deli & Pizza and Pachanga Cocina Mexicana by breaking the glass doors and stole cash from each business. The suspects also attempted to enter the Bon Appetit Café but were unsuccessful. Through investigation, officers connected all three burglaries to the same suspects, identified them, and arrested them.
ARRESTED: Sylvester Joseph Johnson, 43, and Ellen Stinson, 37, both of Havre de Grace, charged with multiple counts of burglary, theft, and destruction of property
March 1, 2022
Police have made an arrest in a Feb. 18 attempted robbery at the Exxon in the 8800 block of Gorman Road in Laurel. An employee reported that a male suspect entered the business, implied a weapon, and demanded cash. The suspect then fled without stealing anything. Through investigation, police identified the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Joseph Daniel McCully, 27, of Savage, charged with robbery and attempted theft
February 6, 2022
Police have made an arrest in a vehicle theft reported on Jan. 23. A Honda Civic was reported stolen from the 10300 block of Owen Brown Road in Columbia. On Feb. 6, police located the vehicle in Columbia and two occupants fled on foot. With the use of a drone, police located one suspect nearby and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Ke'Von Simpson, 21, of Columbia, charged with motor vehicle theft and theft
January 28, 2022
Police have made an arrest in a Jan. 23 robbery and vehicle theft in the 6400 block of Freetown Road in Columbia. An adult female victim reported that she was approached by a male suspect who assaulted her and stole her purse. The suspect then fled in the victim’s vehicle, a 2017 silver Kia Forte. No serious injuries were reported. Through investigation, police identified the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: William Hector Germaine, 48, of Clinton, charged with robbery, assault, motor vehicle theft, and related theft charges
January 20, 2022
Police have made an arrest in a Jan. 16 assault at the TA Travel Center in the 7500 block of Assateague Drive in Jessup. An adult male victim reported that an acquaintance cut him several times while they were involved an altercation with each other. The victim was transported to the hospital with serious but non-life-threatening wounds. Through investigation, police identified the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Dereck Saunders, 54, of Windsor Mill, charged with attempted first- and second-degree murder, first- and second-degree assault, and reckless endangerment
January 14, 2022
Police have made an arrest in a Jan. 13 robbery at 7-Eleven in the 6500 block of Washington Boulevard in Elkridge. An employee reported that a male suspect approached the counter, implied he had a gun, and stole cash before fleeing. No one was injured. Through investigation, police identified the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Andre William Johnson, 38, of no fixed address, charged with armed robbery, robbery, and theft