Police Make Drug Arrest, Continue Heavy Enforcement: Report

Bowie MD

05 March, 2021

12:51 PM

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BOWIE, MD — Bowie police have increased their focus on drug enforcement, noting a recent spike in narcotic and gun crimes. Last week was no different. The Bowie Police Department reported three drug violations. Here is when and where the write-up said they happened: Feb. 24: The intersection of Race Track Road and Laurel Bowie RoadFeb. 24: The intersection of Laurel Bowie Road and Rockledge DriveFeb. 25: The intersection of Mount Oak Road and Mitchellville Road. Only the last encounter led to an arrest, the tweet clarified. Altogether, Bowie police disclosed 13 drug crimes in February. That's more than the usual handful that the city sees. "The recovery of these weapons and drugs has further ensured the safety of streets that many call 'home,'" the department posted on Facebook. "We extend our thanks for your support in alerting our department to continued drug use and/or suspicious activity as we continue to diligently patrol the City of Bowie." Your weekly Bowie Police Department news and updates! Don't forget; the FOOD DRIVE to benefit the Bowie Interfaith Food Pantry ends April 30th! Drop off food donations at: 15901 Excalibur Road Bowie, MD 20716 Lower Level (Police Department) pic.twitter.com/AivJIMdGQD— Bowie Police Department (@BowiePDNews) March 3, 2021 RELATED: Bowie Drug Crimes Spike; Police Make Several Arrests: ReportsBowie Battles Spike In Drug Complaints: Police Have a story idea? Please contact me at [email protected] with any pitches, tips or questions. Follow me on Twitter @JacobBaumgart and on Facebook @JacobBaumgartJournalist to stay up-to-date with the latest Anne Arundel County and Prince George's County news.