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Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
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‘His memory will be cherished': Bowie police mourn loss of department's first K-9
BOWIE, Md. () — The Bowie Police Department (BPD) is mourning the loss of its very first K-9 to ever join the force. K-9 Rooster served with the department for six years. 'He was a loyal companion to our officers and our civilian staff,' the department stated on social media. 'K-9 Rooster made significant contributions to many arrests and assisted in narcotics and search warrant cases.' Aisha Braveboy projected winner for Prince George's County executive BPD said he was a beloved community figure, engaging in the department's National Night Out, making visits to schools and other City activities. 'His memory will be cherished. He will be greatly missed,' BPD stated. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Health
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Raccoon tests positive for rabies in Bowie
BOWIE, Md. () — A over the weekend for showing unusual behavior tested positive for rabies, Bowie police confirmed on Tuesday. The Bowie Police Department said that at around 3 p.m. on June 1, it received reports of a raccoon acting unusually along the 4600 block of Mitchellville Road in the Bowie Gateway Center area. Prince George's County Special Election: Where to cast your ballot The raccoon was picked up and euthanized. It was tested for rabies, which came back positive on June 3. Anyone who came into contact with that raccoon should contact the Prince George's County Health Department at (301) 583-3750 and request an urgent and immediate risk assessment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
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Three Bowie speed cameras to be moved
BOWIE, Md. (DC News Now) — Three speed cameras in Bowie will be moved to new locations in June, officials said. In a news release published May 14, the Bowie Police Department (BPD) said that speed cameras on Old Stage Road, Brunswick Lane and Dolphin Way will be moved starting June 2. These cameras will be moved to eastbound Northview Drive, eastbound Millstream Drive and northbound Mitchellville Road. Check your tickets! Winning $20K Mega Millions ticket sold in Waldorf BPD said that there will be no warning period for these cameras and that citations will be issued. You can find a full list of the city's speed cameras online. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
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Bowie police in search of items stolen from marked police cruiser
BOWIE, Md. () — The Bowie Police Department (BPD) said it is trying to recover some items that were stolen out of a marked police cruiser. Man charged with murder in Suitland shooting that left 2 dead, 1 hurt BPD said a Morningside Police badge, an Axon TASER, ballistic vest and an Axon body camera was taken out of a police cruiser in the 16500 block of Governors Bridge Road in Bowie. Anyone with information is asked to call (240) 544-5700. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
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Bowie police celebrates K-9 Bailey's retirement
BOWIE, Md. () — The Bowie Police Department (BPD) is celebrating the retirement of one of its 'beloved' K-9s. After several years of 'devoted service' to the force, K-9 Bailey is off to retirement in North Carolina, BPD said on Saturday. Pups are invited to these Cherry Blossom Festival events in DC! BPD said Bailey 'made numerous finds' during her years of service. '[Bailey] reaches out occasionally, wanting everyone back in Bowie to know she's doing well,' BPD said in an X post. 'If anyone is planning a trip to North Carolina soon, be sure to visit our friend, Bailey.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
