Bowie Police Hosts National Night Out Against Crime

BOWIE, MD — The Bowie Police Department will host their National Night Out Against Crime event at Allen Pond Park from 6-8 p.m. Aug. 1. The event focuses on bringing community and law enforcement stakeholders together in a fun, casual atmosphere to share information about crime prevention and improve personal and neighborhood safety, according to a press release.

At this year’s event, the Bowie Police will also provide information about the bicycle registration program to help bike owners recover their bikes if they are lost or stolen. Bowie residents who bring their bikes to the National Night Out event can register them that evening.

The Bowie Police Department will also have a sign-up sheet for the Bowie Police Citizens Academy, which is a 10-week program for residents interested in a better understanding of Law Enforcement. Residents will have the opportunity to learn about various divisions within the Bowie Police Department and a few partnering agencies.

The National Night Out Against Crime event will also feature law enforcement displays, information booths, children’s activities and the chance to drop Bowie Police Chief John Nesky in a dunk tank. There will be free food, face painting, a moon bounce, and giveaways for the children. Local businesses, such as Target, Texas Roadhouse and Toyota are co-sponsoring the event.

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