Sheriff’s Warrant Squad Arrests Suspect for Sex Abuse of a Minor

Upper Marlboro, MD…  The Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Warrant Squad reported the arrest yesterday of Curtis Graddy for Sex Abuse of a Minor on a warrant obtained on April 9, 2012.

According to the warrant filed by County Police (PGPD) District III detectives Graddy is alleged to have sexually abused a minor child who resided in the same household. 

Investigative efforts led the Warrant Squad to Graddy’s place of employment where, after brief surveillance he was taken into custody without incident. Graddy was arrested and transported to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections on a $30,000 bond. District III detectives were notified of the arrest.

In addition to Sex Abuse of a Minor, Graddy was also charged with Third and Fourth Degree Sex Offenses.

For more information in this case contact the Prince George's County Sheriff's Office Press Information Office at 301-780-8637.

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Warrant Squad/ MPD Partner to Arrest 1st Degree Burglary Suspect

Upper Marlboro, MD… The Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Warrant Squad reported the arrest yesterday of Antwon Hicks on a warrant for First Degree Burglary. The warrant was obtained by County Police (PGPD) District IV detectives on March 22, 2012 and forward to the Sheriff’s Office.

According to the warrant, on January 17, 2012 Hicks is alleged to have used pry tools to forcibly enter a residence in the 800 block of Marcy Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD before taking property valued at nearly $5,000.

Deputies from the Warrant Squad investigating Hicks’ whereabouts were led to the 4300 block of 3^rd street in South East Washington, D.C. where combined efforts with the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) resulted in Hicks’ arrest.

He was transported to the Central Detention Facility in D.C. where he will be charged as a fugitive from Prince George’s County. District IV detectives were notified.

For more information in this case contact contact the Prince George's County Sheriff's Office Press Information Office at 301-780-8637.

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Sheriff Warrant Squad Arrests Attempted First Degree Murder Suspect

Upper Marlboro, MD… The Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Warrant Squad reported the arrest yesterday of Eddie Ivey on an Attempted First Degree Murder warrant obtained on April 11, 2012 by County Police (PGPD) District III detectives. 

According to the warrant, Ivey is alleged to have confronted another man before assaulting and striking him in the head with a machete in the 4700 block of Suitland Road, Suitland, Md on April 10, 2012.

Investigative Efforts led Sheriff’s Deputies to the 9300 block of D’arcy Road, Forestville, MD where Ivey was arrested. He was transported to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections where he is currently being held on a no bond status. District III detectives were notified.
For more information in this case contact the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office Press Information Office at 301-780-8637

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Sheriff Deputies Awarded for Emergency Service by PGFD Fire Chief

Upper Marlboro, MD... Prince George's County Fire Chief Marc Bashoor presented three members of the Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff with an "Emergency Service Award" and letter of commendation yesterday. The Deputies were awarded for aiding a Capitol Heights family in a February house fire.
Thanks to Chief Bashoor.

Deputy Sheriff Sgt. Yakeisha Hines Awarded American Legion 2011 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

Upper Marlboro, MD… Sergeant Yakeisha D. Hines of the Prince George’s County Office of the Sheriff was awarded the American Legion Prince George’s County 2011 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year in a ceremony held Monday night at the American Legion Post #217 in College Park, Maryland.  Sergeant Hines’ nomination was sponsored by American Legion Upper Marlboro Post #115.

Sergeant Hines is a ten year veteran of the Sheriff’s Office, currently supervising the Community Partnership Division.  She began her career as a Security Officer, then became a Deputy Sheriff, graduating from the Southern Maryland Criminal Justice Academy in 2002.  Sergeant Hines reestablished the agency’s Youth Explorers Program, and was named Youth Programs Manager in 2003. The following year, Sergeant Hines trained as a D.A.R.E. officer, and reestablished the D.A.R.E. program in the Office of the Sheriff.

In addition to the American Legion award, Sergeant Hines has earned other awards and commendations.  She currently serves as Secretary of the Potomac Boundaries Advisors Association and served for three years as President of the Maryland D.A.R.E. Officers Association.  “Sergeant Hines has demonstrated a commitment to young people and to the community. I am not surprised by her nomination by her peers and colleagues, nor by her having been chosen. We’re proud of her”, said Sheriff High.

For more information contact the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office Press Information Office at 301-780-7354.

Sheriff's Deputies Report Firearms Discharge/Altercation at Court Ordered Eviction Site

Upper Marlboro, MD… The Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office reported an incident involving their deputies who were in the process of carrying out a court ordered eviction this afternoon.  While deputies were at the front door of the residence, located at 7753 Garrison Road in West Lanham Hills, an altercation ensued with an occupant inside the residence.  At least one deputy on the scene discharged their service weapon. 

The occupant in the residence, an adult male, sustained non-life threatening injuries, a graze wound to his head and a gunshot wound to his hand, and has been transported to a local hospital for treatment.  Four deputies on the scene are also being treated for minor injuries sustained during the altercation.  The deputies involved have been placed on routine administrative leave during the investigation.

For more information in this case contact the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office Press Information Office at 301-780-8639.

Sheriff’s Deputies Arrest Arson Suspect

Upper Marlboro, MD… The Sheriff’s Warrant/Fugitive Division reported the arrest last Friday of Francine Elaine Edwards on an arrest warrant for First Degree Arson. According to the warrant, members from the Prince George’s County Fire Department, along with investigators from the Fire Marshal’s Office, responded to the 1700 block of Allendale Place, Landover, MD, for the report of a residential fire.

Fire investigators were able to determine that Edwards and a male victim were involved in an argument during a phone conversation, which subsequently lead to Edwards setting the victim’s residence on fire.

On March 27, 2012, members from the Warrant/Fugitive Division, with assistance from the Arlington County Police Department, located and apprehended Edwards at a residence in Arlington, VA.

Edwards is currently awaiting extradition from Arlington, VA, to Prince George’s County, MD, and is charged with First and Second Degree Arson, First Degree Malicious Burning, and Arson Threat.

For additional information, contact the Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Press Information Office at 301-780-2773

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