Crime & Safety
Toy Drive Donations Accepted: Annapolis Police Report
Also, the next Neighborhood Watch meeting is Dec. 9; RSVP to reserve your seat.

From the Annapolis Police Department:
In the last 24 hours Annapolis Police officers responded to 81 calls for service and arrested 9 people.
Burglary – Unit block of Bunche St – 12/08 at 2:15pm: Officers responded to the home for an intrusion alarm and found the rear door forced open. Nothing was stolen from the home. It appears the unknown suspect forced open the door and then fled when the intrusion alarm sounded.
Holiday Crime Prevention Tips
Don’t become the victim of a robbery or purse snatching while out shopping. When out and about this holiday season remember to remain aware of your surroundings. Pay attention to what is going on around you and if something doesn’t feel right stay in a populated public place. If you see suspicious activity, report it to police at 410-268-4141.
Toy Drive
The Annapolis Police Department is accepting new, unwrapped toys to be given to local children this Christmas. Toys should be appropriate for children ages 6 to 8 years old. Drop off your toys Mondaythrough Friday from 8am to 4pm. The toys will be given to We Care and Friends and the Annapolis Santa Run.
Neighborhood Watch Meeting
The next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 9 from 6:30pm to 8pm at Annapolis Police Headquarters, 199 Taylor Avenue. This meeting’s topic will be “The Year in Review”. We will be highlighting the good, the bad, and the stupid crime highlights from 2014. Everything from homicides to half-marathons, we’ll cover it all. Food will be served so please RSVP to Cpl. Amy Miguez at 410-268-9000 ext. 7261 or amiguez@annapolis.gov.
If your tip to the hotline leads to an arrest and indictment of the individuals that committed the above crimes, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000. If you have information on the above crime contact: Metro Crime Stoppers Hotline Toll Free 1-866-7LOCKUP.
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You can also provide information confidentially online throughhttp://www.metrocrimestoppers.net/ or by texting “MCS plus your message” to CRIMES (274637). Calls are not recorded and callers remain anonymous.
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