Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is observed during the month of May, and #PWCPD recognizes the contributions our department members, citizens, business owners and their customers make to Prince William County. Thank you for your influence and achievements.
DORY AND SADIE JOIN #PWCPD: Meet 12-week-old purebred #bloodhounds pups, Dory and Sadie. They are sisters of the same litter from a breeder in North Georgia. Dory is assigned to Master Police Officer Horn and Sadie is assigned to Master Police Officer Bordenet. Both #dogs will specialize in tracking #missing endangered persons throughout the county. Their training is to start immediately and will take the next several months to complete. Welcome Dory and Sadie!
#Pedestrian and #Bicyclist Safety Tips: Walk defensively. Never assume a vehicle will stop. Watch for blind spots around trucks and buses and for cars backing up in driveways and parking lots. #PWCPD
#PWCPD congratulates LT Kitchens and FSGT Jensen for completing the George Mason University Master of Public Administration Cohort Program. Both employees received scholarships from Prince William County Government to apply toward their tuition. They were awarded the scholarships via a competitive process along with fellow employees of other county agencies. Congrats to all graduates! #JoinPWCPD #GMU Photo left: LT Kitchens, Chief Newsham, and FSGT Jensen Photo right: LT Kitchens, LTC Phelps, and FSGT Jensen
POLICE WEEK 2024: #PWCPD Honor Guard Unit provides official Departmental representation during #PoliceWeek, among other duties. If you would like more information about the special events and activities, you may visit: www.policeweek.org/schedule.html #NeverForget
#PWCPD members joined family members today in Washington, D.C. to present wreaths in memory of our fallen officers at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Much appreciation to the Prince William County Police Association and Honor Guard Unit. #AlwaysRemembered #PoliceWeek2024
TRAFFIC SAFETY - VISIBILITY: You may notice refreshed decals on our newest crash investigation trucks. Our fleet members were able to update the cruisers with a blend of cool and classic. The expansion of the reflective decals across each side of the cruiser increases #visibility when entering intersections, especially while working evening and nighttime hours. You will also see a rear flag containing stars and stripes on the lift gate with reflective writing decals. We trust as a motorist you’ll remember to use your headlights during times of reduced visibility and always stay alert. For traffic safety tips, visit: www.pwcva.gov/trafficsafety #StreetSmart #PWCPD #TrafficSafety
May is Military Appreciation Month. Today, we highlight #PWCPD First Sergeant (FSGT) Yost. Prior to his career with PWCPD, FSGT Yost was in the US Army for four years and was in seven countries. He served from 1987-1991 and started at Ft Campbell, KY with the 101st Airborne before going to Germany. He was stationed in Berlin, Germany for a year before the fall of The Berlin Wall. He felt that he had the opportunity to see the difference between a communist country and the Free World daily. He was also deployed to the Middle East for Desert Storm. FSGT Yost shared that after the events of 9/11, he wanted to serve his country again and missed the sense of camaraderie and purpose the military provided. However, had a wife and children and did not want to leave them so he joined Prince William County Police Department to serve his local community. We asked FSGT Yost to express what this month meant to him, and he stated the following: “Military Appreciation Month should not be just 30 days a year. The men and women who volunteer to put their personal lives on hold and fight for the freedoms so many people take for granted should never be forgotten. When you see someone passing by in uniform, take a second and thank them for their dedication and sacrifice. They have earned your respect.” Thank you for your dedication and sacrifice, FSGT Yost, as soldier and police officer. You have our respect and admiration. #MilitaryAppreciationMonth
National Police Week is May 12-18 The Board of County Supervisors today proclaimed May 12-18, 2024, as #NationalPoliceWeek and #NationalPeaceOfficersMemorialDay on May 15. National Peace Officers Memorial Day has deep significance for #PWCPD as it pays tribute to our fallen officers: Ashley M. Guindon, Chris Yung, Philip M. Pennington and Paul T. White, Jr. The Department observes National Police Week in two ways. All sworn staff will wear the black sash on our badges from 0000 hours on Sunday, May 12 until 2359 hours on Saturday, May 18. The Department will also observe one minute of radio silence at 0001 hours and at 1200 hours on May 15, and the names of Officers Guindon, Yung, Pennington and White will be read over the radio channels at those times. Emergency radio traffic will not be affected by the minute of silence. The Department also honors the lives and service of the 20 men and women who lived, or served, in Prince William County and died in the line of duty. **Thank you, Mike Beaty, for the photos of last night’s memorial and tribute service.
Officer Russo would like to thank the very generous, anonymous, community member who paid for his lunch at #ChickFilA in Gateway Center this afternoon. May your kindness be returned to you ten-fold! #ActsOfKindness #PWCPD
#NationalPoliceWeek occurs each May to honor #fallen officers and stand with the families and loved ones who miss them. This year, Police Week officially begins Sunday, May 12, and we also participate in events leading up until then. Today, #PWCPD Honor Guard attended Blue Mass in #Washington, D.C. We will #NeverForget.
#Traffic signals apply to drivers, motorcycle riders, #bicyclists, moped riders and #pedestrians. Here are a few reminders from Virginia DMV regarding red lights/arrows. Drive safely. #StreetSmart @VirginiaDMV #PWCPD
Today is #NationalFentanylAwarenessDay. Please read this message from #PWCPD Chief Newsham and join us in spreading awareness about the extreme threat of #fentanyl in our communities. #OnePillCanKill #OperationFreeVirginia
#PWCPD and Special Olympics are partnering with #TexasRoadhouse Manassas (Liberia Ave) to raise funds for our local athletes with Tip-A-Cop. Come out to Texas Roadhouse for some great food and fun on Monday, May 20th from 5pm – 8pm. Please bring with you, or have ready to show on your phone, the flyer for our athletes to receive the donation. Thank you for supporting our local athletes in #SpecialOlympics! #TipAcop @texasroadhouse @specialolympics
REMINDER: ‘Street Smart’ Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Campaign Runs Through May 19 #PWCPD invites residents to be #StreetSmart and aware of #pedestrian and #bicyclist safety. The “Street Smart” education and enforcement campaign, which runs through May 19, 2024, aims to reduce the number of pedestrian and bicycle crashes with motor vehicles. During the campaign, police officers will focus attention on vehicle, pedestrian and bicycle violations that contribute to these types of crashes: speeding, running red lights, running stop signs, and driving without headlights at night or at any time of reduced visibility. Conditions that may reduce visibility include rain, fog or any other situation where drivers cannot clearly see people or vehicles that are 500 feet away, or whenever windshield wipers are in use. Police will stop drivers who fail to yield the right of way to pedestrians. The “Street Smart” campaign addresses three main goals: To change motorist and pedestrian behavior, and reduce injuries and crashes, To increase awareness of the consequences of pedestrian and bicycle crashes, and To recommend actions to reduce risks, such as: using crosswalks, obeying traffic signals, looking left-right-left before turning or changing lanes, slowing down and stopping for pedestrians. By working together, we can help reduce traffic crashes involving pedestrians and bicyclists, making our County a safer one. For more information, call the #Traffic Unit at (703) 792-7254.
AMAZING STUDENTS! The National Junior Honor Society of #Saunders Middle School held a schoolwide community service teddy bear drive. The school’s students and NJHS chapter collected 463 brand-new bears for donation to #PWCPD and #PWCFR. The teddy bears will be given out by the county’s first responders to children they encounter in difficult situations. Saunders Middle School students complimented and thanked School Resource Officer Arroyo for her assistance with the collection and dissemination efforts and in turn #SRO Arroyo would like to express her sincere appreciation for the students and staff for their overwhelming kindness for others. Thank you! Photo: Dr. McComb-Beverage @pwcfireandrescue @pwcsnews
Law Enforcement Imposter Scam: A scammer, posing as law enforcement, may contact you and request money in lieu of being arrested for missing a court date (jury duty, subpoena, etc.). A law enforcement agency will NEVER ask for payment to avoid an arrest. Stay calm. Do not rely on your caller ID to verify who is calling. Do not pay anyone who calls unexpectedly. Do not give out your information. Hang up the phone. Call #PWCPD: 703-792-6500 or report online: www.pwcva.gov/department/police/file-a-police-report-online Remember, the court system will contact you via mail, and never impose a fine until the individual appears in court. #PrinceWilliamCountySheriffsOffice
#WRAP’s #SoberRide is a free safe ride program in the greater #Washington, DC area during #CincoDeMayo. Please visit SoberRide.com for the code and more info. #ArriveAlive #PWCPD
Thank you, Mr. D, East Region Area Loss Prevention Manager, and the @harborfreight Store Leadership team in Woodbridge for recognizing #PWCPD Master Detective Rule with the Harbor Freight Challenge Coin! We very much appreciate your following statement “Master Det. Rule was instrumental in identifying multiple subjects involved in theft incidents at the store. With great communication from the store team, the strong partnership built, and efforts made by Master Det. Rule and other officers of Prince William County’s finest; arrests were made. Thank you, Master Det. Rule and the Prince William County Police Department for your support, collaboration, and the positive impact you are having in our store.”
Prince William County Police Department welcomes Option 5 graduates: Four new #PWCPD officers graduated from the #Option5 Out-of-State #Lateral Program today at the #Fairfax County Criminal Justice Training Academy in #Chantilly, Virginia. Each officer brings years of experience from fellow law enforcement agencies, and we hope you will join us in welcoming them to Prince William County PD for safe and successful #careers. Photo L-R: Jeffrey Macrea has a bachelor’s degree in communication with a minor in criminology, seven years of law enforcement experience, and speaks Spanish. Robert Niewenhous has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, and six years of law enforcement experience. Major Missouri, Assistant Chief Victor Negron is a #veteran of the U.S. #MarineCorps, has 24 years of law enforcement experience and speaks Spanish. Mark Eveland has two bachelor's degrees in history and political science and has six years of law enforcement experience. See if you qualify for the Option 5 Out-of-State #Lateral Program, visit: www.JoinPWCPD.org
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS: #VehicleTheft #Prevention / Keyless entry Cars with keyless entry unlock automatically when the key comes within a short distance of the car. This can be from inside a pocket or bag. If you must push a button on your car key to open your car, you don't have a keyless entry. Keyless car theft, relay theft or relay attach is when a device is used to trick the car into thinking the wireless remote is close by. This unlocks the car and starts the ignition. Thieves only need to be within a few feet of your car key to capture the signal, even if it’s inside your home. This means even if your car and home are secure, thieves can still unlock, start, and steal your car. How to protect your keyless entry car • When at home keep your car key (and the spare) well distanced from the car. • Put the keys in a screened or signal-blocking pouch. • Reprogram your keys if you buy a used car. • Turn off wireless signals on your fob when it's not being used. # metpoliceuk #CrimePreventionTips #PWCPD
Police Department Recognizes Member Promotions On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, Police Chief Peter Newsham recognized several department members during a promotion ceremony. Since the last promotion ceremony, 17 sworn and professional staff members listed below have been promoted and were given the opportunity to be recognized by department leadership, their peers, and loved ones at the ceremony. The ceremony was held at the Charlie T. Deane Central District Station, 5032 Davis Ford Road, Woodbridge, VA. The Police Department takes great pride in supporting our members who have progressed in their careers and congratulates them on their achievements. The Police Department would like to recognize the below sworn members and professional staff who were promoted: Lieutenant Promoted to the rank of Police Lieutenant: Sarah Rolle. First Sergeant Promoted to the rank of Police First Sergeant: Daniel Crane, Duane Kuykendall, Michael Scarsella and Victor Tomsko. Sergeant Promoted to the rank of Police Sergeant: Aaron Barnes, Luke Dean, Benjamin Fish, Samuel Harman, Christopher LeClair, Chad Mason, Ravinder Mehta, Sean Murphy, Christopher Paradis, and Jacob Tomb. Professional Staff Promoted within our Professional Staff: Arielle Blair to Fiscal Specialist; and Amy Wallace to Administrative Specialist. The Police Department is committed to a diverse workforce and encourages all interested applicants to contact the Prince William County Police Personnel Bureau at (703) 792-6580 or visit the Department’s recruiting website at joinpwcpd.org. #PWCPD #Congratulations
Thank you to the George Washington Chapter VASSAR members for recognizing #PWCPD officers, detectives, and community members for their work in previous events. We appreciate the time and labor you have given to recognize each individual. This is certainly a privilege. #SAR #Award
#NationalBikeMonth #Pedestrian and #Bicyclist Safety Tips: Look left, right, and left again. Look in all directions and for turning vehicles before crossing. Get more #safety tips at pwcva.gov/trafficsafety. #trafficsafety #PWCPD
THANK YOU to the Castro family for visiting with members of Central District Station earlier this week. We are very appreciative of the luncheon you provided and certainly enjoyed spending time with you again. You may no longer be a colleague but will always be family. Thanks for your kindness! #ActsOfKindness #PWCPD
The #Palmetto Motorcycle Rodeo was held in #MyrtleBeach, South Carolina last weekend and police #motorcycle units from across the nation rode out to compete. #PWCPD Traffic Unit members Mundon and Spina attended. Motor Mundon placed Third Overall BMW Expert Division and Motor Spina placed First Overall #BMW Novice. Congratulations to both for their outstanding performance! #GearedUp
#RETIREMENT: Congratulations Sergeant Byron Jenkins on more than 20 years of excellent service with #PWCPD and 8 years of combined service prior with the State Department, U.S. Capitol Police, Alexandria PD and Air Marshals. Especially during this #NationalMilitaryAppreciationMonth, we thank you for 9.5 years as a U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant who served in Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. We are grateful your assignment brought you from your home in St. Louis, MO to Quantico and eventually your home in Prince William County. Your first assignment was with Patrol on D squad East in June 2003, then Academy Instructor in June 2008, to Property Crimes Detective in June 2012. You were then promoted to Sergeant in May 2016. You served in Patrol until November then in the Violent Crimes Unit until November 2019 when you took the role of Recruiting Supervisor for the final journey of your career. Congratulations on your accomplishments as Chairperson of the Prince William County Black History Committee from 2020 to present and Commissioner for the Prince William County Racial and Social Justice Commission. Thank you for pouring years of experience into others and leading by example. We wish you all the best in your retirement and safety to you always!
Thank you, Bristow! #PWCPD members raised $580.74 this morning at the #Bristow #Wawa to go towards #SpecialOlympics. We are grateful to the customers who stopped by and so generously gave and thankful to Wawa for allowing us the space to collect donations. What a great community we serve!
Prescription Drug Take-Back Nets More Than 500 Pounds #PWCPD collected 511 pounds of unused and/or expired prescription drugs as well as e-cigarette and vaping devices as part of the #DEA's national Drug Take-Back event held on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The DEA joins federal, state, and local agencies twice a year to host prescription drug take-back collection sites in U.S. communities. This initiative offers individuals a safe and convenient method to remove opioids and other prescription medications from their homes, preventing them from being stolen or abused. According to the DEA, the national prescription drug take-back events address a crucial public safety and public health issue. The DEA notes that most abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends – often from the home medicine cabinet. These events provide an opportunity for County residents to help prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths. The partner agencies involved wish to thank the public for their participation in continuing to keep our communities safe and healthy. By turning in these unwanted prescription #drugs – rather than throwing them away or flushing them down a sink or toilet – they are kept out of the landfill and our water supply. For more information, please call the #CrimePrevention Unit at (703) 792-7270.
#PWCPD sends our deepest condolences to the community of Charlotte, N.C. To the families and friends of the law enforcement officers of United States Marshals Service and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, please know our hearts and thoughts are with you now and in the days to come. To those injured, we are sending our prayers for complete and swift recovery. #ThinBlueLine @cmpdhq @usmarshals
RIDE-ALONG! #PWCPD offers the #opportunity for individuals to ride-along with a police officer during a normal tour of duty, and experience an officer’s day-to-day duties and responsibilities. Criminal justice students, and those interested in a #career in law enforcement, have found it particularly useful. The Ride-Along program fosters a better understanding of the challenges, hazards and rewards of a police officer’s role in the community. If you are interested in the #RideAlong Program, please print and complete the Ride-Along Application and Release Form. www.pwcva.gov/department/police/ride-along-program
April is National #ChildAbusePreventionMonth: Prevention services can help families protect #children and become stronger. If you suspect #abuse or #neglect, call 9-1-1 in an emergency or follow this link for more information: www.pwcva.gov/department/social-services/child-protective-services #PWCPD: 703-792-6500
#CoverTheCruiser at Bristow Wawa in support of Special Olympics! Join #PWCPD at the #Bristow #Wawa on 11111 #Nokesville Road (Route 28/Piper Lane) for Cover the Cruiser tomorrow, Tuesday, April 30 from 7 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. We are raising funds to benefit #SpecialOlympics #Virginia & hope you'll be able to stop by!
Prince William County Animal Services Bureau invites you to ASK THE TRAINER: Open Forum to ask the professional #dog trainers your questions and gather helpful hits on training your dog. RSVP by May 8th. Space is limited. Humans only to attend. More info in the image. #AskTheTrainer #AnimalServices #PWCPD @pwcanimals
Walked some pups today at the Prince William County Animal Shelter. Lots of good boys and girls that are ready for adoption! If you’re looking for a new pup in your life, come check out the pups at the shelter this weekend! 🐾❤️🐾 @pwanimaladvocates @nshipma1 @pwcanimals @pwc_animal_shelter . . . . . #shelter #animalshelter #shelterdog #shelterdogs #adopt #adoptdontshop #adoption #adoptme #adoptmepets #adoptadog #dog #dogs #dogoftheday #dogsofinstagram #pwc #pwcpd #pwcanimalshelter #pwanimaladvocates #petfinder #adoptadog #foster #fosterdog #doglover #animallover #animallovers #husky #pup #puppy #puppylove #pets #dogsofinstagram #animallovers #animallover #dogoftheday #dogsofinsta
As the leading known contributing factor in recreational boater deaths, alcohol use is a serious concern. As part of #OperationDryWater, #PWCPD will actively work to increase public awareness of the dangers of #boating under the influence of alcohol or drugs for operators and passengers alike. Please, stay safe!
#AutoTheft Prevention Tips from our #CrimePrevention Unit: • Remove valuables, including firearms, and secure doors and windows. • Never leave spare keys near the vehicle. • Park in well-lit areas at night. • If possible, park your vehicle in a garage or driveway, rather than on the street. • Add vehicle security stickers, whether you have an alarm or not. • Consider installing an audible alarm, if not already equipped. • Install a visible anti-theft device such as a steering wheel lock or flashing “alarm system” light which may deter a thief. • Install a tracking device and add a decal alerting thieves to the device. • Install a dashcam equipped with a “parking mode” that records if the vehicle is disturbed. • Always be on the lookout for suspicious activity and report concerns to #PWCPD 703-792-6500
Law Enforcement Imposter Scam: A scammer, posing as law enforcement, may contact you and request money in lieu of being arrested for missing a court date (jury duty, subpoena, etc.). A law enforcement agency will NEVER ask for payment to avoid an arrest. Stay calm. Do not rely on your caller ID to verify who is calling. Do not pay anyone who calls unexpectedly. Do not give out your information. Hang up the phone. Call #PWCPD: 703-792-6500 or report online: www.pwcva.gov/department/police/file-a-police-report-online Remember, the court system will contact you via mail, and never impose a fine until the individual appears in court. @pwcsheriffsoffice
Yesterday, U.S. Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger formally presented Chief Newsham and leaders of #PWCPD Civil Disturbance Unit with the Congressional Gold Medal for assisting during the civil unrest on Jan. 6, 2021. #appreciation @uscppio
#PWCPD has #career opportunities for Sworn and Professional Staff. #JoinPWCPD There’s a place for you here! • Administrative Specialist (Criminal Justice Academy) o Nokesville, VA o Full-Time - $24.82 - $47.34 hourly • Education and Outreach Specialist (Academy In-service Coordinator) o Manassas, VA o Full-Time - $24.82 - $47.34 hourly • Part-Time Certified School Resource Officer (SRO) o Prince William County, VA o Provisional - $60.00 o www.JoinPWCPD.org • Part-Time P.I.C. ( Person in Crisis Officer) o Prince William County, VA o Provisional - $60.00 o www.JoinPWCPD.org • Police Officer o Prince William County, VA o Full-Time - $62,000.00 - $111,978.90 annually o www.JoinPWCPD.org • School Crossing Guard o Prince William County, VA o Part-Time - $17.55 hourly • Strategic Analysis Manager (Business Systems Manager) o Woodbridge, VA o Full-Time - $88,939.50 - $148,785.00 annually
#Pedestrian and #Bicyclist Safety Tips: Walk facing traffic. Always use sidewalks. No sidewalk available? Walk on the side of the road facing traffic as far as possible from traffic. #Cyclists should ride single file in the same direction as traffic. #PWCPD
To our remarkable admins HAPPY NATIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS’ DAY! Thank you for your masterful skills and devotion to #PWCPD. You are invaluable and we are grateful for your service. Pictured are the Administrative Specialists for each of our District Station Commanders and Operations Staff. Their responsibilities are vast and include; preparing correspondence, liaison for payroll, assisting with ride-along applications & supply orders, processing evals & travel arrangements, giving station tours and much more. From L-R: Anne 7 months of service, Maria 18 years of service, Sherrie 16 years of service. #NationalAdministrativeProfessionalsDay
#PWCPD welcomes Session 58. Congratulations to our new Police Officer #Recruits as they begin their instruction in the Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy. We wish them well during their training for a safe and successful #career. Good luck all! Interested in joining this outstanding team? Apply today: www.JoinPWCPD.org #JoinPWCPD
THANK YOU, WOODBRIDGE LIONS CLUB! #PWCPD LT Peak, SGT Dean and SO Athlete Rose with her dog, Mr. Wiggles, recently attended a meeting of the #Woodbridge Lions Club to celebrate their 69th Charter Anniversary. The Club gave a $500 donation in support of the upcoming #SpecialOlympics of Virginia #TorchRun. We are deeply appreciative of the generosity of Woodbridge Lions 24L. Thank you for your longstanding dedication to our #community.
#NationalVolunteerWeek 2024! A luncheon was held today to celebrate our amazing volunteers and their extraordinary willingness to serve for the greater good of our entire #community. From our chaplains to our animal care assistants and all in between – Thank you from #PWCPD!
PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK: This Saturday, April 27, 2024 – from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – #PWCPD and the #ManassasCity PD will join with the #DEA and #community groups to provide you with a safe and legal way to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. Simply bring them to the collection sites at UVA Health Prince William, UVA Health #Haymarket, or Sentara #LakeRidge. #DrugTakeBack
PRESCRIPTION DRUG TAKE-BACK: This Saturday, April 27, 2024 – from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – #PWCPD and the #ManassasCity PD will join with the #DEA and #community groups to provide you with a safe and legal way to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. Simply bring them to the collection sites at UVA Health Prince William, UVA Health #Haymarket, or Sentara #LakeRidge. #DrugTakeBack
Ready to Join #PWCPD but have a few more questions or need help with the paperwork? Walk-ins are welcome on April 23 from noon-3PM at the #Police Personnel Office on 4379 Ridgewood Center Dr., #201, #Woodbridge, VA. PWCPD #Recruiters will be on site to answer questions & assist. See you then.
Members of #PWCPD and PWCFR came together for a joint cookout to show appreciation in recognition of National Public Safety #TelecommunicatorWeek and honor our outstanding Telecommunicators. Thank you for your dedication and purposefulness. We appreciate you! @pwcfireandrescue @pwc911
TODAY IS #NationalKindergartenDay! Here’s a tip from #NCMEC @missingkids to remember to always check first with your parent, guardian, or other trusted adult before going anywhere, helping anyone, accepting anything, or getting into a car. #PWCPD Video: https://tinyurl.com/ye2ydt7h
WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP: Detective McAllister presented at the Women in Law Enforcement (LE) Summit in New Orleans this week. The summit brings together established and emerging leaders from across the nation. #PWCPD’s Women’s Mentorship Program continues to focus on the success of female members and support our fellow LE agencies in their efforts as well. #leadership #inclusion #growth #JoinPWCPD
OFFICERS RECEIVE GRANT FUNDED TRAINING: Four #PWCPD officers recently completed training in New Mexico. The Incident Response to Terrorist Bombings (IRTB) course better prepares first responders to safely recognize and respond to terrorist bombing threats. We appreciate this opportunity for training funded through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Congratulations to the officers for successfully completing the course. #DHS
#DomesticViolence is a pattern of #abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. One example of abusive behavior is #EmotionalAbuse. Undermining an individual's sense of self-worth and/or self-esteem is abusive. This may include, but is not limited to constant criticism, diminishing one's abilities, name-calling, or damaging one's relationship with his or her children. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. For more info, visit: www.justice.gov/ovw/domestic-violence @thejusticedept #PWCPD
It's Animal Care and Animal Control Week! Two paws up for Prince William County #Animal Services Bureau. Thanks for your genuine love for our animal #community no matter if they are injured, sick or stray. Our appreciation is enormous but cannot match the size of your hearts. Thank you! @pwcanimals #AnimalCareAndAnimalControlWeek #PWCPD
‘Street Smart’ Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Campaign is April 21 – May 19 #PWCPD invites residents to be #StreetSmart and aware of pedestrian and bicyclist safety. The “Street Smart” education and enforcement campaign, which runs from April 21 to May 19, 2024, aims to reduce the number of pedestrian and bicycle crashes with motor vehicles. During the campaign, police officers will focus attention on vehicle, #pedestrian and #bicycle violations that contribute to these types of crashes: speeding, running red lights, running stop signs, and driving without headlights at night or at any time of reduced visibility. Conditions that may reduce visibility include rain, fog or any other situation where drivers cannot clearly see people or vehicles that are 500 feet away, or whenever windshield wipers are in use. Police will stop drivers who fail to yield the right of way to pedestrians. The “Street Smart” campaign addresses three main goals: To change motorist and pedestrian behavior, and reduce injuries and crashes, To increase awareness of the consequences of pedestrian and bicycle crashes, and To recommend actions to reduce risks, such as: using #crosswalks, obeying #traffic signals, looking left-right-left before turning or changing lanes, slowing down and stopping for pedestrians. By working together, we can help reduce traffic crashes involving pedestrians and bicyclists, making our County a safer one. For more information, call the Traffic Unit at (703) 792-7254, or visit the Police Department’s Pedestrian Safety web page: www.pwcva.gov/trafficsafety #pedestrian-safety.
Welcome to #PWCPD, Ms. Canto and Mr. Rodriguez. You will provide the essential service to the children of Prince William County and our community as School Crossing Guards. Thank you for choosing this profession. #CommunityHeroes @pwccircuitcourt
CRIME TIP: To report a tip on active criminal investigations, you may use our online tip form at www.pwcva.gov/policetip or you may provide your tip to us by calling the phone tipline at 703-792-7000. Always call 9-1-1 if you have a life-threatening emergency. For non-emergency in-progress incidents or suspicious activity, call our Public Safety Communications Center at 703-792-6500. #CrimeTip #PWCPD
#PWCPD Professional Staff members attended Civilian Response and Casualty Care Training yesterday given by instructors representing the #Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. The instructors emphasized the need to have an emergency plan in every situation. Preparedness is key, mentally and physically for everyone! Make sure you have a plan, visit: www.pwcva.gov/communitysafety #DCJS #CRCC
The Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement 56th Session graduated today, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, in a ceremony at Grace Life Community Church in #Bristow. This class was composed of 17 #PWCPD and two Prince William County Sheriff’s deputies. Congratulations #graduates! Read the complete news release: www.pwcva.gov/department/police/news
#Opioid Use and Dependence In addition to other side effects, #opioids can cause dependence, meaning the body gets used to the drug and slows its own production of endorphins — hormones produced by the body that provide a sense of well-being. The body starts to need the #drug. Read more: https://curbthecrisis.com/what-is-the-opioid-crisis/opioid-101/ #OperationFreeVirginia #PWCPD
THINK BEFORE YOU POST • Don’t ever post or send any #hoax threats online…period. • If you are a target of an online threat, alert us immediately. • If you see a threat of violence posted on social media, immediately contact PWCPD or your local police or FBI office. • Notify authorities but don’t share or forward the threat until law enforcement has had a chance to investigate—this can spread misinformation and cause panic. • If you are a parent or family member, know that some young people post these threats online as a cry for attention or as a way to get revenge or exert control. Talk to your child about the proper outlet for their stress or other emotions and explain the importance of responsible social media use and the consequences of posting hoax threats. For more information, visit: www.fbi.gov/news/stories/hoax-threats-awareness-100518 #PWCPD tipline: www.pwcva.gov/policetip FBI tipline: tips.fbi.gov #FBI #ThinkBeforeYouPost #CyberAwareness
#Pedestrian and #Bicyclist Safety Tips: Be safe in the dark. At night wear reflective clothing and carry a blinking light or flashlight. Cyclists should wear lights that strap to legs, have a headlamp on helmets and have a front white headlight and rear red reflector. Get more safety tips at: pwcva.gov/trafficsafety #PWCPD
#PWCPD #CrimePrevention Unit hosts a virtual #CommunityWatch training TONIGHT, Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 6 p.m. Participants will learn how to work with the Police Department to keep their #neighborhoods safer. Registration is required. Register at https://tinyurl.com/april2024pd Password: safe For more information, please call the Crime Prevention Unit at 703-792-7270 or email [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you.
Active violence can happen anywhere. If you are in or near an #ActiveViolence event, be as prepared as possible to increase chances of #survival. RUN & evacuate the area & escape. HIDE or barricade yourself in a safe spot. If your life is in danger: FIGHT! #CrimePrevention #PWCPD
BEST PART OF THE JOB! Officer Gonzalez Tirado was doing business checks this weekend and stopped by a #McDonalds in #DaleCity. He was approached by three young men who asked about his #career as a police officer. Officer Gonzalez Tirado took the #opportunity to talk about our #Cadet program and answer a few other related questions. Upon taking a quick pic with the young men, another family asked if they could get a photo and chat about a few issues like #InternetSafety. Officer Gonzalez Tirado remarked how much he enjoys spending time with the future leaders of our #community and hopes they’ll all reach out to him again to let him know how they are doing. #TheFutureLooksBright! #PWCPD Police Cadet #Careers: joinpwcpd.org/careers Police #Explorers: www.pwcva.gov/explorers Internet Safety: www.missingkids.org/education/kidsmartz
#OperationFreeVirginia: A substance use crisis is unfolding nationally, and communities across the country are struggling with addiction and overdose. #Fentanyl deaths increased 20-fold since 2013 and in 2022 - 1,951 #Virginians died from fentanyl. Please, get the #RightHelpRightNow. Visit: www.hhr.virginia.gov/pillar4/ #PWCPD
SEE SOMETHING? SAY SOMETHING. Did you know #PWCPD should be your first contact if you suspect suspicious activity, or any activity supporting domestic or foreign #terrorism, occurring in our #community? For more info, visit: https://www.pwcva.gov/department/police/suspicious-activity-report
Switch Gears To PWCPD! Do you enjoy your #career? #PWCPD offers officers many #opportunities to serve in specialized units that enhance basic police and criminal investigation operations. These units are open to all sworn personnel by application. Available units include K-9, Forensic Services, Bicycle, Traffic (Motors - ATVs), Crash Investigation, SWAT, Civil Disturbance, Command Post, Crime Prevention, Honor Guard, Marine, Mounted Patrol, USRT, sUAS-Drone, and Search & Rescue. Reach out to one of our #recruiters for information on joining PWCPD. Call 703-792-7924, email [email protected] or visit one of our upcoming #recruiting events listed here: https://joinpwcpd.org/fast-track/ #meetRecruiter. We look forward to meeting you.