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The Howard County Police Department is committed to informing the community and the news media of events within the public domain in a timely manner. The Office of Public Affairs issues news releases, responds to media inquiries, manages social media, and produces a daily crime bulletin.
News releases are issued for significant events and cases. The daily crime bulletin is produced each weekday when county offices are open and includes the initial reporting of various crimes such as robberies, burglaries, assaults, vehicle thefts, and theft from vehicles. It is not inclusive of all police activity in a day.
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Daily Crime Bulletin
Friday, September 12, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, September 12, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21044: 4900 block of Columbia Road, Sept. 12 4:50 a.m., tires
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 7400 block of Plainview Terrace, Sept. 10-11
2023 white Porsche Cayenne, tags MD/5FF8354
Columbia, 21044: 10600 block of Gramercy Place, Sept. 11-12 overnight
2016 gray Subaru WRX, tags MD/3EH6268
Thursday, September 11, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, September 11, 2025
Residential burglary
Ellicott City, 21042: 3600 block of Blue Hill Court, Sept. 10
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence by breaking a window and stole a security camera.
Vehicle theft
Hanover, 21076: 7000 block of Southmoor Street, Sept. 9-10 overnight
2016 white Kia Optima, tags CT/AW51401
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, September 10, 2025
Home invasion
Laurel, 20723: 9200 block of Bridle Path Lane, Sept. 9 2:10 p.m.
An adult female victim reported that a female suspect entered her residence, assaulted her, and destroyed property. No serious injuries were reported. Police responded, located the suspect, and arrested her. Charges are pending.
Robbery
Columbia, 21045: Route 175 & Dobbin Road, Sept. 9 4:30 p.m.
Two juvenile male victims reported a male and female suspect approached them while on the pathway and stole their bike. No one was injured.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 5500 block of Eaglebeak Row, Sept. 9-10 overnight, tools
5600 block of High Tor Hill, Sept. 9-10 overnight, various items
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21045: 6200 block of Columbia Crossing Circle, Sept. 9 7:30-8:35 p.m.
2018 Maserati Ghibli (recovered)
Elkridge, 21075: 7000 block of Barnett Lane, Sept. 9-10 overnight
2019 gray Kia Sportage, tags MD/3DS8169
Hanover, 21076: Crowley Street & Saint Margarets Boulevard, Sept. 9-10 overnight
2022 gray Honda Accord, tags MD/7GG2916
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, September 9, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21044: 5400 block of Eliots Oak Road, Sept. 7-8 overnight, various items
Columbia, 21045: 5700 block of Yellowrose Court, Sept. 8-9 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21045: 9500 block of Transfer Row, Sept. 8-9 overnight
2020 black Acura TLX, tags MD/2EL4265
Saturday, September 6-Monday, September 8, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, September 6-8, 2025
Shooting
Columbia, 21044: 12100 block of Little Patuxent Parkway, Sept. 7 10:25 p.m.
Police responded for a report of an adult male victim suffering from an injury to his head inside a residence at the above location. The victim was transported to the hospital, and police later learned he had been shot. The victim is in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing.
Robbery
Columbia, 21044: 5200 block of Rivendell Lane, Sept. 5 8:30 p.m.
An adult male victim reported that he was approached by two male suspects who assaulted him and stole cash before fleeing. No serious injuries were reported.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Savage, 20763: 8900 block of River Island Drive, Sept. 6-8, tires
Jessup, 20794: 8800 block of Washington Boulevard, Sept. 6-7 overnight, handgun
Laurel, 20723: 9700 block of Country Meadows Lane, Sept. 7-8 overnight, tires
Vehicle theft
Elkridge, 21075: 6800 block of Old Waterloo Road, Sept. 4-7 overnight
2013 gray Hyundai Sonata, tags MD/2FA1394
Columbia, 21045: 8700 block of Cloudleap Court, Sept. 5 2:30-10 p.m.
2017 Hyundai Elantra (recovered)
ARRESTED: Juvenile males, 16 and 14, of Ellicott City, charged with motor vehicle theft
Friday, September 5, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, September 5, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel, 20723: 9700 block of Mountain Laurel Way, Sept. 4-5 overnight, tires
Savage, 20763: 8500 block of Foxborough Drive, Sept. 4-5 overnight, tires
Vehicle theft
Hanover, 21076: 7200 block of Alden Way, Sept. 3-4 overnight
2014 Hyundai Sonata (recovered)
Hanover, 21076: 7200 block of Albion Way, Sept. 4-5 overnight
2013 silver Hyundai Sonata, tags MD/7BP0201
Thursday, September 4, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, September 4, 2025
Robbery
Columbia, 21044: 11500 block of Little Patuxent Parkway, Sept. 3 1:25 p.m.
An adult male victim reported that he arranged online to sell a laptop, and upon meeting at the above location, a male suspect stole the laptop and fled. Police later located the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Barry Osogu, 20, of Gwynn Oak, charged with robbery and theft
Commercial burglary/vehicle theft
Jessup, 20794: Kratz Solutions, 10700 block of Guilford Road, Sept. 2-3 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window and stole a vehicle (later recovered) and a safe.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Hanover, 21076: 7300 block of Saint Margarets Boulevard, Sept. 3-4 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9100 block of Whiskey Bottom Road, Sept. 3 5:30-5:40 p.m.
2016 gray Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/1GN7261
Columbia, 21044: 10100 block of Twin Rivers Road, Sept. 3-4 overnight
2019 white Honda Civic, tags MD/7CP1070
Tuesday, September 3, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, September 3, 2025
Carjacking
Elkridge, 21075: 7100 block of Kit Kat Road, Sept. 2 8:25 p.m.
An adult male victim reported two male and two female adults approached him, threatened him, and demanded his car keys. The victim complied and the suspects fled in a 2008 gray Nissan Altima, tags VA/K35074. No one was injured.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 5400 block of Levering Avenue, Sept. 2 5:45-6 p.m., bookbag
Ellicott City, 21042: 10100 block of Baltimore National Pike, Sept. 2 8-9:30 p.m., various items
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21043: 8300 block of Montgomery Run Road, Sept. 2-3 overnight
2019 Acura TLX (recovered)
Columbia, 21044: 5300 block of Columbia Road, Sept. 2-3 overnight
2025 red Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/1GN5825
Daily Crime Bulletin - August
Saturday, August 30-Tuesday, September 2, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 30-September 2, 2025
Commercial burglary
Ellicott City, 21042: Tobacco King, 9200 block of Baltimore National Pike, Sept. 1 6:10 a.m.
Police respond for a report of a burglary in progress and observed a broken window at the business. It is unclear what, if anything, was stolen. Police located two suspects and arrested them.
ARRESTED: Juvenile male, 16, of Baltimore, and juvenile male, 15, of Ellicott City, charged with burglary
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 7100 block of Old Waterloo Road, Aug. 25-31, various items
5700 block of Furnace Avenue, Aug. 31-Sept. 1 overnight, tag
Annapolis Junction, 20701: 9000 block of Junction Drive, Aug. 29-Sept. 2, tag
Laurel, 20723: 9800 block of Brewers Court, Aug. 29 10:20-10:40 p.m., three vehicles: various items
9000 block of Moonshine Hollow, Sept. 1-2 overnight, tires
Columbia, 21045: 7500 block of Monarch Mills Way, Aug. 29-30 overnight, cash
Ellicott City, 21043: 5000 block of Walking Stick Road, Aug. 29-30 overnight, tag
Ellicott City, 21042: 9200 block of Baltimore National Pike, Aug. 30 9:30-9:45 p.m., purse
3300 block of North Chatham Road, Aug. 30-31 overnight, wallet
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 5400 block of Vantage Point Road, Aug. 29-30 overnight
2026 gray Honda Civic, tags MD/T2422794
Laurel, 20723: 9300 block of Canterbury Riding, Aug. 30-31 overnight
2016 black BMW S1000R, tags MD/4018Y6
Columbia, 21045: 4900 block of Blue Wing Court, Aug. 30-31 overnight
2015 white Hyundai Sonata, tags MD/9FC7113
Ellicott City, 21043: 8700 block of Town and Country Boulevard, Aug. 31-Sept. 1 overnight
2012 black Honda CR-V, tags MD/6GJ7087
Elkridge, 21075: 6700 block of Dorsey Road, Sept. 1-2 overnight
2018 silver Kia Optima, tags MD/1FH4987
Jessup, 20794: 10400 block of Guilford Road, Sept. 1-2 overnight
2023 white Chevrolet Silverado, tags MD/3GM8002
Friday, August 29, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 29, 2025
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21042: 10000 block of Frederick Road, Aug. 28-29 overnight
2016 white Cadillac CTS-V, tags MD/5GP9851
Thursday, August 28, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 28, 2025
There were no reported vehicle thefts, theft from vehicles, burglaries, robberies, or any similar incidents during the time frame that would be included on today's daily crime bulletin.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 27, 2025
Commercial burglary
Laurel, 20723: Cajun Seafood Boil, 9900 block of Washington Boulevard, Aug. 26-27 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking front glass door and stole cash and an iPad.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 26, 2025
Residential burglary
Columbia, 21044: 5000 block of Green Mountain Circle, Aug. 24-26
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and stole several televisions. No signs of forced entry were observed.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Jessup, 20794: 8300 block of Linda Court, Aug. 25-26 overnight, tag
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21043: 3100 block of Burgess Mill Way, Aug. 25-26 overnight
2021 Acura TLX (recovered)
Saturday, August 23-Monday, August 25, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 23-25, 2025
Weapon violation
Columbia, 21044: 5400 block of Eliots Oak Road, Aug. 24 6:58 p.m.
Police responded to the above location for a report of shots fired and learned from two victims that a suspect had fired at their vehicle. No one was injured but the vehicle was struck. Police do not believe this incident was random.
Commercial burglary
Jessup, 20794: Viva Food, 7900 block of Oceano Avenue, Aug. 24 9 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business and stole food items.
Residential burglary/vehicle theft
Glenelg, 21737: 14800 block of Triadelphia Road, Aug. 23-24 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) entered an open garage and stole a 2014 red Nissan Frontier, tags MD/2BM2159.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 6000 block of Augustine Avenue, Aug. 21-25, tools
Columbia, 21044: 5400 block of Cedar Lane, Aug. 22-23 overnight, tools
Ellicott City, 21042: 10000 block of Clarksville Pike, Aug. 23 7:15-8:15 p.m., purse
Hanover, 21076: 7000 block of Southmoor Street, Aug. 23-24 overnight, tires
Vehicle theft
Savage, 20763: 8400 block of Commercial Street, Aug. 22-23 overnight
2016 black Chevrolet SS, tags MD/A269685
Columbia, 21045: 6200 block of Tamar Drive, Aug. 23-24 overnight
2024 black Kia Forte, tags MD/8GG5432
Friday, August 22, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 22, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 7800 block of Mistletoe Drive, Aug. 20-21 overnight, tag
Ellicott City, 21043: 9100 block of Town and Country Boulevard, Aug. 21-22 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 11200 block of Avalanche Way, Aug. 21-22
2022 black Hyundai Tucson, tags MD/6EW2280
Laurel, 20723: 9300 block of Lawson Lane, Aug. 21-22 overnight
2017 white Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/6GH1275
Thursday, August 21, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 21, 2025
Robbery
Columbia, 21044: 5400 block of Old Tucker Row, Aug. 21 12:35 a.m.
Two adult victims reported that they were approached by a group of suspects who assaulted them and stole their cell phones before fleeing. No serious injuries were reported.
Vehicle theft
Elkridge, 21075: 6600 block of Hunter Road, Aug. 19-21
2017 red Cadillac Escalade, tags MD/8EJ7684
Elkridge, 21075: 7500 block of Hearthside Way, Aug. 20-21
2021 silver Honda Accord, tags FL/QYDH09
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 20, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 8000 block of Watermill Court, Aug. 19-20 overnight, tires
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 19, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Jessup, 20794: 10300 block of Guilford Road, Aug. 16-18, fuel
Columbia, 21046: 10000 block of Hatbrim Terrace, Aug. 18-19 overnight, two vehicles: various items
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21043: 8300 block of Baltimore National Pike, Aug. 18 1:40 p.m.
2025 Hyundai Sonata (recovered)
Saturday, August 16-Monday, August 18, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 16-18, 2025
Commercial burglary
Jessup, 20794: WinSupply, 10600 block of Iron Bridge Road, Aug. 15-16 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking the front glass doors and stole construction tools.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21046: 9500 block of Gerwig Lane, Aug. 15-18, catalytic convertor
Ellicott City, 21042: 2800 block of Greenbower Way, Aug. 15-16 overnight, wallet
Columbia, 21045: 9700 block of Basket Ring Road, Aug. 16-17 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Laurel, 20723: 9800 block of Brewers Court, Aug. 17 10-11 p.m., purse
9200 block of Traders Crossing, Aug. 17-18 overnight, tools
9200 block of Gold Dust Court, Aug. 17-18 overnight, tools
9500 block of Old Lantern Way, Aug. 17-18 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Columbia, 21044: 5600 block of Columbia Road, Aug. 17-18 overnight, car battery
Vehicle theft
Mount Airy, 21771: Beetz Road & Old Frederick Road, Aug. 16-17
2024 black Harley-Davidson motorcycle, tags MD/5233Y6
Columbia, 21045: 9600 block of Basket Ring Road, Aug. 17
Gray Lexus IS300
Friday, August 15, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 15, 2025
Robbery
Laurel, 20723: 9900 block of Washington Boulevard, Aug. 14 11:30 a.m.
An adult female victim reported that she arranged online to meet the male suspect at the above location. Upon meeting, the suspect displayed a knife, threatened the victim, and stole her cash and cell phones before fleeing. No one was injured. Police later located the suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Jamal Johnson, 36, of Baltimore, charged with armed robbery, robbery, assault, and theft
Thursday, August 14, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 14, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel, 20723: 9100 block of Canterbury Riding, Aug. 12-13 overnight, nothing reported stolen
9100 block of Moonshine Hollow, Aug. 12-13 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Columbia, 21045: 7100 block of Carved Stone, Aug. 13 7:30-10:15 p.m., bookbag
5900 block of Millrace Court, Aug. 13-14 overnight, tires
Ellicott City, 21043: 4300 block of Montgomery Road, Aug. 13 7:45-10 p.m., two vehicles: purse
Columbia, 21044: 6700 block of Green Mill Way, Aug. 13-14 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Jessup, 20794: 8300 block of Bristol Court, Aug. 13-14 overnight, catalytic converter
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9400 block of Washington Boulevard, Aug. 13 4-9:40 p.m.
2011 gray Honda Pilot, tags MD/8DX8679
Elkridge, 21075: 6300 block of Wimbledon Court, Aug. 13-14 overnight
2025 white Honda Civic, tags VA/7886XU
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 13, 2025
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21043: 7900 block of Rustling Bark Court, Aug. 13
2018 gray Kia Sportage, tags MD/7EM4401
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 12, 2025
Residential burglary
Ellicott City, 21042: 3900 block of White Rose Way, Aug. 11 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence through a rear patio door and stole cash and jewelry. No signs of forced entry were observed.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 6100 block of Campfire, Aug. 10-11 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
West Friendship, 21794: 12700 block of Frederick Road, Aug. 8-12
2001 brown Chevrolet Suburban, tags MD/9547CK
2005 blue Mitsubishi Outlander, tags MD/1GS4539
2022 blue Yamaha motorcycle
Columbia, 21045: 6100 block of Tamar Drive, Aug. 10-11 overnight
2005 Lincoln Town Car, tags MS/HAW651
Elkridge, 21075: 6600 block of Hunter Road, Aug. 11-12 overnight
2019 black Ford Edge, tags MD/6EZ6998
Saturday, August 9-Monday, August 11, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 9-11, 2025
Robbery
Columbia, 21045: Walmart, 6400 block of Dobbin Road, Aug. 8 10:45 p.m.
A store employee reported that when two employees confronted a female suspect leaving with stolen merchandise, the suspect pepper sprayed them before fleeing. No one was injured.
Laurel, 20723: 9900 block of Washington Boulevard, Aug. 9 8 a.m.
An adult female victim reported that she arranged online to meet the male suspect at the above location, and upon meeting the suspect displayed a knife and stole cash and jewelry before fleeing. No one was injured.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21046: 8700 block of Robert Fulton Drive, Aug. 8, various items
9800 block of Softwater Way, Aug. 10-11 overnight, tag
Laurel, 20723: 9500 block of Linville Avenue, Aug. 9-10 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Columbia, 21045: 6200 block of Hidden Clearing, Aug. 10-11 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Columbia, 21044: 5200 block of Rivendell Lane, Aug. 11 9:10 a.m., unclear what, if anything, was stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 10300 block of College Square, Aug. 2-10
2014 Hyundai Elantra (recovered)
Columbia, 21044: 10100 block of Twin Rivers Road, Aug. 7-11
2024 black Toyota Camry, tags MD/6GA5217
Columbia, 21044: 5200 block of Brook Way, Aug. 9-10 overnight
2019 white Volkswagen GLI, tags VA/TKD2710
Columbia, 21044: 10200 block of Wincopin Circle, Aug. 9-11
2019 white Chevrolet Silverado, tags NY/23970MN
Columbia, 21045: 7500 block of Broken Staff, Aug. 10 2:40 a.m.
2017 silver Chevrolet Camaro, tags MD/8GG7680
Friday, August 8, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 8, 2025
Commercial burglary
Ellicott City, 21043: Ahh Nails & Spa, 8400 block of Baltimore National Pike, Aug. 8 3:40 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking the front glass door and stole a box of masks.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel, 20723: 9000 block of Thamesmeade Road, Aug. 6-7 overnight, various items
Jessup, 20794: 8800 block of Washington Boulevard, Aug. 8 3:15-10 a.m., tires
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9200 block of Gold Dust Court, Aug. 3-7
2004 white Yamaha YZF R6 motorcycle, tags PA/02FZ0
Thursday, August 7, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 7, 2025
Carjacking
Elkridge, 21075: 7500 block of Washington Boulevard, Aug. 6 2:48 p.m.
An adult female victim reported that she was approached by a male and female suspect who stole her car keys and then fled in her 2020 blue Mazda CX-9, tags MD/1EK4698. No one was injured.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 9100 block of Red Branch Road, Aug. 6 4:50-4:55 p.m., purse
Jessup, 20794: 7300 block of Montevideo Road, Aug. 6 7:50-10 p.m., three vehicles: wallet, car seat
Ellicott City, 21043: 3000 block of North Ridge Road, Aug. 7 6-10:30 a.m., nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21042: 4900 block of Dorsey Hall Drive, Aug. 5-7
2024 white Honda Civic, tags MD/53196CL
Columbia, 21046: 7000 block of Minstrel Way, Aug. 7 5:12 a.m.
2018 Range Rover (recovered)
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 6, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21044: 5100 block of Northern Fences Lane, Aug. 6 1 a.m., car manual
Vehicle theft
Ellicott City, 21043: 3200 block of Normandy Woods Drive, Aug. 5-6 overnight
2025 gray/blue Kawasaki ZX-6R motorcycle, tags MD/6846Y7
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 5, 2025
Robbery
Ellicott City, 21043: 4300 block of Montgomery Road, Aug. 4 11 p.m.
An adult male victim reported that he was approached by two male suspects who displayed a gun and demanded his belongings. The suspects then fled without stealing anything. No one was injured. Police later located the suspects and arrested them.
ARRESTED: Terrell Douglas, 18, and Ma’khi Johnson, 18, of Baltimore, charged with armed robbery, robbery, assault, and theft
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 5500 block of Bluecoat Lane, Aug. 4-5 overnight, nothing reported stolen
9600 block of Basket Ring Road, Aug. 4-5 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21045: 5600 block of Stevens Forest Road, Aug. 4-5 overnight
2015 black Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/9DJ6178
Columbia, 21045: 5100 block of Orchard Green, Aug. 4-5 overnight
2017 green Nissan Pathfinder, tags MD/2CS0203
Friday, August 1-Monday, August 4, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, August 1-4, 2025
Home invasion
Elkridge, 21075: 6200 block of Green Field Road, Aug. 2 10:30-11:30 p.m.
An adult male victim reported that a male suspect, potentially an acquaintance, entered the residence through a window and displayed a handgun. Nothing was reported stolen and no one was injured.
Robbery
Laurel, 20723: 9900 block of Hughes Avenue, Aug. 1 2 p.m.
A juvenile male victim reported that he was approached by a male suspect who assaulted him and stole his scooter before fleeing. No serious injuries were reported.
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21046: EMO Trans, Inc., 9800 block of Broken Land Parkway, July 14-Aug. 1
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by prying open a door and stole various items.
Ellicott City, 21042: U.S. Tobacco, 9000 block of Baltimore National Pike, Aug. 4 1:42 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a glass pane and stole various merchandise.
Residential burglary
Ellicott City, 21043: 9800 block of Soapstone Trail, Aug. 1 10:20 a.m.
A resident reported observing two male suspects inside the residence, who then fled. Entry was made by breaking a rear glass door. It is unclear what, if anything, was stolen.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel, 20723: 9000 block of Maier Road, July 31-Aug. 1 overnight, catalytic converter
Columbia, 21044: 5300 block of Smooth Meadow Way, Aug. 1-2 overnight, tires
10000 block of Hyla Brook Road, Aug. 2 8:56-9:30 p.m., purse
Jessup, 20794: 8500 block of Washington Boulevard, Aug. 1-2 overnight, tires
Columbia, 21045: 6100 block of Forty Winks Way, Aug. 2 1 a.m., nothing reported stolen
8200 block of Arbor Meadows Lane, Aug. 2 5-6:30 a.m., tire
6100 block of Old Dobbin Lane, Aug. 2 6:15-6:40 p.m., two vehicles: purses
8200 block of Tamar Drive, Aug. 2, 6:50 p.m., two vehicles: various items
8800 block of Columbia 100 Parkway, Aug. 2-3 overnight, tires
6500 block of Quiet Hours, Aug. 3-4 overnight, tools
Elkridge, 21075: Levering Avenue & Lawyers Hill Road, Aug. 2 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., three vehicles: various items
Clarksville, 21029: 12100 block of Clarksville Pike, Aug. 2 8:30 p.m., two vehicles: purses
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 6200 block of Devon Drive, July 29-Aug. 1
2011 GMC Yukon (recovered)
Columbia, 21044: 6000 block of Merriweather Drive, July 30-Aug. 1
2010 black Acura TSX, tags GA/S2298512
Columbia, 21044: Fall River Court & Eliots Oak Road, July 31-Aug. 1
2016 red Mazda, tags MD/97670CL
Elkridge, 21075: 5800 block of Whisper Way, July 31-Aug. 1 overnight
2015 red Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/9GL0538
Columbia, 21044: 10300 block of Hickory Ridge Road, July 31-Aug. 1 overnight
2022 Honda Accord (recovered)
Columbia, 21045: 5000 block of Green Mountain Circle, July 31-Aug. 1 overnight
2016 Infiniti Q50 (recovered)
Elkridge, 21075: 7200 block of Montgomery Road, Aug. 1
2024 black Mercedes-Benz S580
Columbia, 21045: 5500 block of Bluecoat Lane, Aug. 1-2 overnight
2017 blue Honda Civic, tags MD/1CR0027
Columbia, 21045: 9500 block of Farewell Road, Aug. 1-2 overnight
2010 Mazda CX-9 (recovered)
Columbia, 21045: 7000 block of Knighthood Lane, Aug. 1-2 overnight
2019 Chevrolet Camaro (recovered)
Fulton, 20759: 11300 block of Harrison Street, Aug. 2
2020 silver Infiniti Q50, tags MD/55132CJ
Hanover, 21076: 6900 block of Southmoor Street, Aug 2 2:30-8:30 a.m.
2013 blue Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/A295913
Laurel, 20723: 9700 block of Covered Wagon Drive, Aug. 3-4 overnight
2025 blue Jeep Wrangler, tags VA/TED3730
Laurel, 20723: 9200 block of Traders Crossing, Aug. 3-4 overnight
2015 red/white Yamaha motorcycle, tags MD/5678Y6
Daily Crime Bulletin - July
Thursday, July 31, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 31, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel, 20723: 8000 block of Helmart Drive, July 30 3 p.m., two vehicles: nothing reported stolen
10100 block of Gorman Road, July 30 3:30-4 p.m., two vehicles: various items
Columbia, 21045: 5800 block of Morningbird Lane, July 30-31 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21045: 4800 block of Circling Hunter Drive, July 30-31 overnight
2012 white Nissan 370z, tags MD/6DA8641
Ellicott City, 21042: 3300 block of North Chatham Road, July 30-31 overnight
2014 gray Toyota Avalon, tags MD/8EK0282
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 30, 2025
Commercial burglary
Elkridge, 21075: Zen Leaf, 6000 block of Marshalee Drive, July 30 3:40 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window and stole various items.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21046: 9300 block of Snowden River Parkway, July 29 8:30-8:45 p.m., four vehicles: various items
Laurel, 20723: Hitching Post Lane, Barrel House Road, Covered Wagon Drive, July 29-30 overnight, multiple vehicles: airbags
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21046: 7200 block of Eden Brook Drive, July 29-30 overnight
2013 blue Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/2DL8466
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 29, 2025
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21046: 9800 block of Broken Land Parkway, July 28 7:05 p.m.
An employee reported that a male suspect entered a business suite by prying open a door and then fled when observed. Nothing was reported stolen.
Ellicott City, 21043: Carroll Fuel, 8300 block of Baltimore National Pike, July 29 3:17 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by forcing open the doors. It is unclear what, if anything, was stolen.
Ellicott City, 21043: Carroll Fuel, 8700 block of Baltimore National Pike, July 29 3:29 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking the front glass doors and stole various tobacco and THC products.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 9400 block of Wandering Way, July 26-28, nothing reported stolen
Ellicott City, 21043: 5000 block of Walking Stick Road, July 27-28 overnight, tag
Fulton, 20759: 7600 block of Maple Lawn Boulevard, July 28, tags
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9100 block of Thamesmeade Road, July 28-29 overnight
2011 gray Infiniti G37x, tags IL/Z356708
Saturday, July 26-Monday, July 28, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 26-28, 2025
Robbery
Elkridge, 21075: 6300 block of Washington Boulevard, July 27 2:45 a.m.
An adult male victim reported that he was approached by two suspects who displayed a handgun, assaulted him, and stole his cell phone and cash before fleeing in a vehicle with a third suspect. No serious injuries were reported.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Mount Airy, 21771: 16100 block of Old Frederick Road, July 26, purse
Ellicott City, 21042: 9200 block of Marydell Road, July 26, wallet
Columbia, 21044: 6100 block of Holly Ridge Court, July 26-27, tag
Elkridge, 21075: 6800 block of Deerpath Road, July 26-27, tag
River Road and Route 95, July 27, wallet and passport
Vehicle theft
Elkridge, 21075: 7000 block of Barnett Lane, July 11-26
2022 black Toyota Camry, tags MD/3FM3094
Elkridge, 21075: 7600 block of Hearthside Way, July 20-25
2024 red/gray Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300 motorcycle, tags MD/5801Y4
Ellicott City, 21043: 3200 block of Kaiser Drive, July 26-27 overnight
2012 gray Toyota Corolla, tags MD/9GB9826
Jessup, 20794: 8900 block of Twelve Sons Court, July 26-27 overnight
2023 gray Chevrolet Camaro, tags MD/9FH6454
Columbia, 21044: 5500 block of Harpers Farm Road, July 27
2024 black Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/LER2312
Sykesville, 21784: 12800 block of Old Frederick Road, July 27-28 overnight
2000 gold/black GM box truck, tags MD/26P242
Columbia, 21045: 9500 block of Basket Ring Road, July 27-28 overnight
2014 white Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/9GG7163
Friday, July 25, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 25, 2025
Residential burglary
Columbia, 21045: 6000 block of Offshore Green, July 24 2:10 p.m.
Police responded for a report of two suspects entering a residence. It was determined that the suspects entered through an unlocked front door. Nothing was reported stolen. Police arrested both suspects.
ARRESTED: Zia Palmore, 59, of Simpsonville, and Ismaaiy’l Abdul-Azziz, 61, of Columbia, charged with burglary
Thursday, July 24, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 24, 2025
Residential burglary/vehicle theft
Hanover, 21076: 7100 block of Beaumont Place, July 24 2:45-3 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered an open garage and stole a 2010 BMW S1000RR motorcycle.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 8200 block of Tamar Drive, July 23, bookbag
8800 block of Columbia 100 Parkway, July 23-24 overnight, tires
Elkridge, 21075: 5800 block of Bellanca Drive, July 23, purse
Laurel, 20723: 8000 block of Helmart Drive, July 23 2:20 p.m., purse
Columbia, 21046: 9100 block of Old Guilford Road, July 23 3:47 p.m., nothing reported stolen
Ellicott City, 21043: 3100 block of Normandy Woods Drive, July 23-24 overnight, tires
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 23, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 6900 block of Linden Avenue, July 22-23 overnight, various items
Laurel, 20723: 9500 block of Jaclyn Court, July 22-23 overnight, nothing reported stolen
9900 block of Washington Boulevard, July 23 3 a.m.-1 p.m., nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21045: 7400 block of Broken Staff, July 22-23 overnight
2016 black Acura TLX, tags MD/7ER3382
Columbia, 21045: 7100 block of Lasting Light Way, July 22-23 overnight
2014 black Acura MDX, tags MD/2EH6249
Elkridge, 21075: 7800 block of Mistletoe Drive, July 22-23 overnight
2017 black Mazda CX-5, tags MD/5FD3759
Tuesday, July 22, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 22, 2025
Vehicle theft
Woodbine, 21797: 1700 block of Old Annapolis Road, July 21 5:30 p.m.
1999 BMW 328is (recovered)
Columbia, 21046: 7500 block of Red Cravat Court, July 21-22 overnight
2023 Acura RDX (recovered)
Saturday, July 19-Monday, July 21, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 19-21, 2025
Residential burglary
Columbia, 21046: 8900 block of Early April Way, July 18 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and stole cash, jewelry, and identification. No signs of forced entry were observed.
Ellicott City, 21042: 3300 block of North Chatham Road, July 19 1:05 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence through a sliding glass door and stole sneakers and a gaming console.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel, 20723: 9400 block of Fens Hollow, July 18-19 overnight, nothing reported stolen
9100 block of Hitching Post Lane, July 20-21 overnight, two vehicles: handicap placards
9700 block of Covered Wagon Drive, July 20-21 overnight, handicap placard
Ellicott City, 21042: 4300 block of Columbia Road, July 19 2:40-6 p.m., purse
Columbia, 21044: 10000 block of Windstream Drive, July 20-21 overnight, sneakers
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9600 block of Glendower Court, July 18-19 overnight
2023 Acura RDX (recovered)
Columbia, 21045: 6100 block of Campfire, July 18-19 overnight
2006 Dodge Grand Caravan (recovered)
Columbia, 21045: 6700 block of Second Morning Court, July 20-21 overnight
2019 blue Infiniti Q50, tags MD/2GH7590
Friday, July 18, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 18, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21046: 8900 block of Early April Way, July 13-18, nothing reported stolen
Elkridge, 21075: 6300 block of Forest Avenue, July 16-17 overnight, two vehicles: nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 10800 block of Green Mountain Circle, July 13-17
2019 blue Honda Accord, tags MD/3DN2765
Thursday, July 17, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 17, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Ellicott City, 21042: 3400 block of Plumtree Drive, July 16-17 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Ellicott City, 21043: 3300 block of Sonia Trail, July 16-17 overnight, nothing reported stolen
5500 block of Waterloo Road, July 16-17 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Elkridge, 21075: 7000 block of Ducketts Lane, July 16-17 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Woodstock, 21163: 10800 block of Birmingham Way, July 16 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
2016 red Dodge Charger, tags MD/A401028
Ellicott City, 21043: 8800 block of Montjoy Place, July 16-17 overnight
2018 blue BMW X3 M40i, tags MD/8EY6708
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 16, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21045: 8700 block of Cloudleap Court, July 14-15 overnight, GPS
Fulton, 20759: 8100 block of Maple Lawn Boulevard, July 15, catalytic converter
Laurel, 20723: 9900 block of Washington Boulevard, July 15, wallet
Ellicott City, 21043: 5400 block of Josie Court, July 15-16 overnight, tags
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21045: 5800 block of Stevens Forest Road, July 15
2016 silver Kia Rio, tags MD/6CH2859
Laurel, 20723: 9700 block of Mountain Laurel Way, July 15-16 overnight
2015 white Chevrolet Malibu, tags MD/4DW6167
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 15, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Ellicott City, 21043: 2400 block of Vineyard Springs Way, July 15, tire
Saturday, July 12-Monday, July 14, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 12-14, 2025
Commercial burglary
Laurel, 20723: Smoke N Vapes, 11200 block of Scaggsville Road, July 14 5:10 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window and stole various merchandise.
Residential burglary
Elkridge, 21075: 7500 block of Merrymaker Way, July 11 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and stole cash and jewelry. No signs of forced entry were observed.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Columbia, 21044: 5200 block of Cedar Lane, July 11 1:30-3:20 p.m., nothing reported stolen
Laurel, 20723: 9500 block of Sylvan Still Road, July 12-13 overnight, tag
Columbia, 21046: 8900 block of Early April Way, July 12-13 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Marriottsville, 21104: 2600 block of Emma Stone Drive, July 12-13 overnight, tools
Columbia, 21045: 7400 block of Sea Change, July 13-14 overnight, unclear what, if anything, was stolen
Woodstock, 21163: 10700 block of Croydon Court, July 13-14 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Elkridge, 21075: 7500 block of Hearthside Way, July 10-11 overnight
2024 green Kawasaki Ninja motorcycle, tags FL/MZBN78
Columbia, 21045: 4900 block of Blue Wing Court, July 11-12 overnight
2013 gray Infiniti G37, tags MD/9FD3135
Ellicott City, 21042: 10000 block of Baltimore National Pike, July 11-12 overnight
2024 gray Toyota 4Runner, tags TX/TSY4677
2024 red Toyota Corolla, tags CA/9LQW531
Columbia, 21046: 9200 block of Pirates Cove, July 11-14
2023 black Chevrolet Camaro, tags MD/5GA3226
Columbia, 21044: 10200 block of Wincopin Circle, July 12-13 overnight
2022 gray Dodge Ram, tags NY/KWF9979
Laurel, 20723: 9200 block of Livery Lane, July 12-13 overnight
2012 black Hyundai Elantra, tags MD/3GM1434
Elkridge, 21075: 7900 block of Alchemy Way, July 14 2:30-3:30 a.m.
2020 blue Nissan Altima, tags PA/MMJ6115
Friday, July 11, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 11, 2025
Robbery
Elkridge, 21075: Giant, 6000 block of Marshalee Drive, July 10 10:44 p.m.
A store employee reported that when he confronted a female suspect who had stolen merchandise, the suspect pepper sprayed him. No serious injuries were reported. Police responded and arrested the suspect.
ARRESTED: Markia Walker, 24, of Brooklyn, charged with robbery, assault, theft, and disorderly conduct
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21045: Oakland Mills High School, 9400 block of Kilimanjaro Road, July 11 4 a.m.
Police responded to the school for an alarm and learned that a suspect had broken into one of the trailers on the property. Police located the suspect and arrested him. Nothing was reported stolen.
ARRESTED: Alexander Ost, 41, of no fixed address, charged with burglary
Residential burglary
Columbia, 21045: 5700 block of Stevens Forest Road, July 10
Police responded for a report of suspect(s) who had broken into a vacant apartment. Police located one suspect and arrested him.
ARRESTED: Lindsay Jenkins, 43, of Columbia, charged with burglary
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Laurel, 20723: 9700 block of Whiskey Run, July 10-11 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Columbia, 21044: 5800 block of Harpers Farm Road, July 10 11-11:15 a.m., nothing reported stolen
Thursday, July 10, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 10, 2025
Commercial burglary
Columbia, 21046: Capital Electric, 9500 block of Berger Road, July 9-10 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking a window. It is unclear what, if anything, was stolen.
West Friendship, 21794: High’s, 12700 block of Frederick Road, July 10 4:33 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking the front glass door and stole cash and a safe.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Jessup, 20794: 7000 block of Washington Boulevard, July 9-10 overnight, tires
8500 block of Washington Boulevard, July 9-10 overnight, tires
Columbia, 21044: 11300 block of Little Patuxent Parkway, July 9-10 overnight, nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21046: 7500 block of Monarch Mills Way, July 8-9 overnight
2025 red Honda CR-V, tags MD/4GG2173
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 9, 2025
Residential burglary
Laurel, 20723: 9100 block of Bryant Avenue, July 8 11:34 a.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence through the front door and stole a television. No signs of forced entry were observed.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 6500 block of Vert Drive, July 7-8 overnight, wallet
7200 block of Darby Downs, July 9 12:30-1:40 p.m., various items
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21044: 5200 block of Winding Star Circle, July 9 4:50 a.m.
2020 red Dodge Challenger, tags MD/6GL7360
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 8, 2025
Vehicle theft
Elkridge, 21075: 6400 block of Woodburn Avenue, July 7-8 overnight
2000 white Chevrolet 1500
Friday, July 4-Monday, July 7, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 4-7, 2025
Robbery
Jessup, 20794: Royal Farms, 7100 block of Montevideo Road, July 4 4 a.m.
A store employee reported that a male suspect stole cigarettes and assaulted the employee before fleeing. No one was injured.
Residential burglary
Columbia, 21046: 6300 block of Beechwood Drive, July 4 6:34 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence through a rear door and stole a purse. No signs of forced entry were observed.
Columbia, 21044: 10100 block of Twin Rivers Road, July 5 7:15-7:30 p.m.
Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence through an unlocked door and stole a watch.
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Glenelg, 21737: 3200 block of Daisy Road, July 3-4 overnight, check
Columbia, 21046: 8900 block of Early April Way, July 5-6 overnight, two vehicles: nothing reported stolen
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21046: 7500 block of Oakland Mills Road, July 2-3 overnight
2000 red Ford Econoline, tags MD/99V009
Hanover, 21076: 6000 block of Adcock Lane, July 3-5
Yamaha motorcycle (recovered)
Glenwood, 21738: 14500 block of Windridge Court, July 4-5 overnight
2016 black Mitsubishi Outlander, tags MD/HKK4054
Columbia, 21045: 8700 block of Hayshed Lane, July 5-6 overnight
2014 white Acura MDX, tags MD/8EN1241
Laurel, 20723: 9600 block of Ironleaf Trail, July 5-6 overnight
2024 Ford F-150 (recovered)
Dayton, 21036: 4100 block of Ten Oaks Road, July 6-7 overnight
2002 blue Ford F-350, tags MD/1GH0118
2007 yellow Cam Trailer, tags MD/005526X
Thursday, July 3, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 3, 2025
Commercial burglary
Elkridge, 21075: America’s Best Wings, 7200 block of Montgomery Road, July 2-3 overnight
Unknown suspect(s) entered the business by breaking the front glass door and stole cash.
Vehicle theft
Columbia, 21046: 9700 block of Softwater Way, June 30-July 2
2019 gray Kia Forte, tags VA/TKD6911
Ellicott City, 21043: 8000 block of Branch Wood Court, July 2-3 overnight
2025 blue Honda CR-V, tags MD/3GK2901
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 2, 2025
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 9300 block of Breamore Court, June 28-July 1
2018 blue Honda Accord, tags MD/6FF2075
Ellicott City, 21042: 10200 block of Tuscany Road, July 1-2 overnight
2016 blue Honda Odyssey, tags MD/4CT6624
Columbia, 21045: Tamar Drive & Blue Pool, July 1-2 overnight
2016 white Volkswagen Jetta, tags VA/UKC1648
Tuesday, July 1, 2025
HCPD Daily Crime Bulletin, July 1, 2025
Theft from vehicle/vehicle break-in
Elkridge, 21075: 7600 block of Hearthside Way, June 29-30 overnight, various items
Vehicle theft
Laurel, 20723: 10000 block of Washington Boulevard, June 20-July 1
2017 silver Hyundai Sonata, tags MD/72841HT
Ellicott City, 21042: 10200 block of Patuxent Valley Lane, June 30-July 1 overnight
2023 white Acura TLX, tags MD/7GM8406
Ellicott City, 21042: 3100 block of Pine Orchard Lane, June 30-July 1 overnight
2022 black Acura MDX, tags MD/82168CK
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