Saturday, October 31, 2009

Fatal Crash Baltimore Washington Parkway

One person is dead following an overnight car crash on the Baltimore Washington Parkway.

Jabari OUTTZ, a 32 year old Greenbelt, Maryland resident, died in a single vehicle car crash southbound on the Baltimore Washington Parkway north of New York Avenue. This crash happened on 10/31/09 at about 3:30 am.

Mr. OUTTZ was a passenger in a vehicle that was travelling northbound on the Baltimore Washington Parkway. This vehicle crossed the center median of the Parkway and came to rest in the southbound lanes.

Mr. OUTTZ was declared deceased at the scene.

The driver was transported to Prince Georges Hospital Center with minor injuries.

There were no other occupants in the car.

This car crash is being investigated by United States Park Police Detectives and Crash Reconstructionists.

The driver’s name will be released when authorized by United States Park Police Criminal Investigations Branch.

Anyone with information about this incident, please call the United States Park Police, Criminal Investigations Branch on (202) 610-8737.

Friday, October 30, 2009

Halloween Drunk Driving

Halloween is one of the biggest evenings for drunk driving offenses.

If you choose to drive drunk, the United States Park Police would love to meet you!

We will offer you several hours of interesting conversation, introduction to some high tech devices such as breath testing equipment, some fascinating reading material including copies of citations, notices to appear in court, and driver’s license suspension forms, and of course conversation that will include discussions about how your future driving expenses will increase.

If you desire to stay with us for longer than our normal processing times, we can expand your experience by helping you pick a new wardrobe including such cutting edge fashions as orange jumpsuits, no belts, and shoes with no laces.

Our officers are very nice people, but you probably would not like to meet them under these conditions.

If you drive drunk and are arrested, you will face enormous fines, legal bills, possible jail time, sky high insurance premiums, and huge amounts of time in court.

That’s if you manage not to crash your car.

If you crash your car, add in the high cost of body and fender shop work.

If you crash your car and injure or kill someone, you will go to jail. You might lose everything you own or may own in the future.

Most importantly, you will live with the knowledge that you have destroyed many lives, your life, the life of the one you hurt or killed, and the family, friends, and co workers of that victim.

It can be avoided.

If you drink too much, get a sober friend or family member to bring you home. If you need, you can get a free taxi ride home in the Washington, DC area. To get a free ride home, call 1-800-200-TAXI (8294) or ATT Wireless customers dial #TAXI. This is a service provided by the Washington Regional Alcohol Program. They have details at www.wrap.org.

From the WRAP website:

WRAP's 2009 Halloween SoberRide program will be offered from 10:00 pm Saturday, October 31 to 6:00 am Sunday, November 1. To receive a free cab ride home (up to a $50.00 fare), please call 800-200-8294 (TAXI) or #8294 (TAXI) on your AT&T wireless phone. Please refer to the SoberRide information listed below for important details concerning this program. You must be 21 or older to use the SoberRide service.

General SoberRide Information

WRAP's SoberRide , called one of the nation's most successful free cab ride programs for would-be impaired drivers, has helped to ensure greater Washington, DC residents have a safe way home on high-risk holidays. Since 1993, WRAP has provided over 43,000 safe rides home.

Currently, SoberRide operates during the December/January holiday season, St. Patrick's Day, Independence Day and Halloween.

WRAP's SoberRide provides a free cab ride home up to a $50 fare.
Callers are financially responsible for anything over $50.

You must be 21 or older to use the SoberRide service. All calls must originate in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties in Maryland; the Cities of Rockville, Bowie, College Park, Gaithersburg, Greenbelt and Takoma Park in Maryland; the District of Columbia; Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William and Eastern Loudoun Counties in Virginia; and the Cities of Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax, Manassas and Manassas Park in Virginia.

You cannot reserve a SoberRide or schedule a pickup in advance. To receive a ride, you must call 1-800-200-8294 (TAXI) or #8294 (TAXI) on your AT&T wireless phone during the program hours. A SoberRide call operator will direct your request to the correct participating cab company.

Participating Taxi Companies:
Alexandria Yellow Cab (Alexandria)
Barwood, Inc. (Montgomery County)
Fairfax Yellow Cab (Fairfax County)
Loudoun Yellow Cab (Eastern Loudoun County)
Manassas Cab Company (Prince William County)
Red Top Cab Company (Arlington County)
Silver Cab of Prince George's County (Prince George's County)
Yellow Cab of District of Columbia (District of Columbia)
Yellow Cab of Prince William County (Prince William County)

When waiting for a SoberRide, please watch for a cab from the participating taxi company in the area from which you are calling.

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Información General sobre SoberRide


La campaña SoberRide 2009 de WRAP para Halloween se ofrecerá el sábado 31 de octubre a partir de las 10:00 pm hasta las 6:00 am del domingo 1 de noviembre del 2009. Para obtener un servicio de taxi gratis a su casa (hasta $50 de pasaje) llame al 1-800-200-8294 (TAXI) o si es un usuario de AT&T marque #8294 (TAXI). Por favor refiérase a la información a continuación para más detalles sobre este programa. Usted debe ser mayor de 21 años para obtener el servicio de SoberRide.

El Programa SoberRide de WRAP, considerado uno de los programas de taxi gratis más exitosos para chóferes potencialmente inhabilitados, ha permitido que los residentes del área de Washington DC tengan transporte seguro a sus casas los días feriados de alto riesgo. Desde 1993, WRAP ha proveído más de 43,000 viajes gratis a casa.

Actualmente, SoberRide ofrece servicios durante los feriados de navidad y año nuevo, el día de San Patricio, el día de la independencia de los Estados Unidos y el día de las brujas (Halloween).

El programa de SoberRide ofrece servicio de taxi gratis a casa hasta por un valor de $50 de pasaje.
Las personas que solicitan este servicio son responsables financieramente por cualquier monto superior a $50.

Usted debe ser mayor de 21 años para obtener el servicio de SoberRide. Todas las llamadas deben originarse en los condados de Montgomery y Prince George y las ciudades de Rockville, Bowie, College Park, Gaithersburg, Greenbelt y Takoma Park en Maryland; el Distrito de Columbia; los condados de Arlington, Fairfax, Prince William, el este de Loudoun y las ciudades de Alexandria, Falls Church, Fairfax, Manassas y Manassas Park en Virginia.

No se permite hacer reservaciones de SoberRide o programar anticipadamente que el taxi le recoja a una hora y lugar determinado. Para recibir servicios de taxi gratis, usted debe llamar al 1-800-200-8294 (TAXI) o marcar #8294 (TAXI) en su teléfono AT&T, durante las horas del programa. Un operador de SoberRide le remitirá su pedido a la compañía de taxi correspondiente.

Compañías de taxi participantes:
Alexandria Yellow Cab (Alexandria)
Barwood, Inc. (Montgomery County)
Fairfax Yellow Cab (Fairfax County)
Loudoun Yellow Cab (Eastern Loudoun County)
Manassas Cab Company (Prince William County)
Red Top Cab Company (Arlington County)
Silver Cab of Prince George's County (Prince George's County)
Yellow Cab of District of Columbia (District of Columbia)
Yellow Cab of Prince William County (Prince William County)

Cuando espere por SoberRide, por favor asegúrese de que sea un taxi de la compañía participante del área de donde usted ha llamado.

We DO NOT look forward to seeing you drunk and driving.

Wanted Person - Ronald Bost, Jr.

The United States Park Police is seeking Ronald Edward BOST, Jr. who is wanted by the United States Marshal’s Service.

BOST is wanted by the United States Marshal’s Service for a Probation Violation. He frequents Arlington County Public Libraries, the National Mall, Columbia Island, the Iwo Jima Memorial, and the George Washington Parkway.

The United States Park Police suspect him for acts of racist vandalism and damage to Government property at Rosslyn Circle and the Iwo Jima Memorial.

Should you have information concerning BOST, please contact United States Park Police Detective KB Fornshill at 202-610-8751. Should you see BOST, DO NOT APPROACH, rather call local police for assistance.

Ronald Edward BOST, Jr.
Date of Birth 09/05/1959
6’2” 210 lbs
Scar on upper lip
Large scar back of the head
Tattoos on both arms, including faded swastikas on left knuckles








Wednesday, October 28, 2009

"Oh Deer."

“Please slow down, Deer.”

No, that comment is not directed towards the driver from his or her companion.

Deer are a hazard on all roads in the Washington Metropolitan area, but more especially in the fall. This is the Rut, or deer breeding season. Deer are very active and they tend to focus more on the next generation than on traffic safety!

The United States Park Police sees an increase in collisions with deer on all of our roadways. Clearly there are large numbers of deer on the Parkways outside of the city, but we see deer even in our downtown areas.

Some things to keep in mind while driving that can help prevent or mitigate deer collisions:

• Deer are especially active pre-dawn to mid-morning and dusk to early evening.

• Deer typically travel in herds. If you see one, likely more are around.

• Always drive the posted speed limit. This will give you more time to see deer in the roadway.

• Always wear your seat belt when in a vehicle. It is the law, but it clearly increases the survivability of any crash including those with deer.

• Watch for eye shine along roadsides. As you approach deer, often you will see the glimmer of their eyes.

• Be aware of posted “Deer Crossing” signs. These are placed in areas where many deer have typically been seen. No, the Police and wildlife management people have not trained the deer to cross in these areas, despite the jokes!

• Never swerve to avoid deer on the road. Our officers have seen instances where drivers have crashed into trees and ditches avoiding deer, resulting in injury.

If you strike a deer while driving on our roadways and need the assistance of the United States Park Police, please call us at (202) 610-7500.

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Marine Corps Marathon Street Closures

The Marine Corps Marathon will be run this Sunday, October 25, 2008. The race begins at 8 a.m. in Arlington, Virginia, and then crosses the Potomac River into the District. The Metropolitan Police Department and the U.S. Park Police will close numerous streets along the race route in the District between 4 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.

These are the expected street closures in the District:

• Francis Scott Key Bridge
• Canal Road, NW from M Street to Reservoir Road
• Reservoir Road, NW from MacArthur Blvd. to Canal Road
• MacArthur Blvd., NW from Foxhall Road to Reservoir Road
• Foxhall Road, NW from Canal Road to MacArthur Blvd.
• M Street, NW from Canal Road to Wisconsin Avenue
• Wisconsin Ave, NW from M Street to K Street
• K Street, NW from Wisconsin Avenue to Rock Creek and Potomac Pkwy.
• Rock Creek and Potomac Pkwy., NW from K Street to Independence Ave.
• Memorial Bridge
• West Potomac Park
• East Potomac Park (Access to Golf Course and Tennis Courts will be Available)
• Maine Avenue, SW from East Basin Drive to Independence Avenue
• Independence Avenue, SW from Maine Avenue to Ohio Drive
• Ohio Drive, SW between Independence Avenue and Lincoln Circle
• Lincoln Circle from Ohio Drive, SW to Henry Bacon Drive, NW
• 23rd Street, NW from Lincoln Circle to Constitution Avenue
• Constitution Avenue, NW from Henry Bacon Drive to 15th Street
• 15th Street from Constitution Avenue, NW to Independence Avenue, SW
• 17th Street from Constitution Avenue, NW to Independence Avenue, SW
• Madison Drive, NW from 15th Street to 3rd Street
• 3rd Street, NW from Pennsylvania Ave, NW to Maryland Ave., SW
• Pennsylvania Avenue, NW from 3rd Street to E. Capitol Circle
• 1st Street from Pennsylvania Ave., NW to Maryland Ave., SW
• Maryland Avenue, SW from S. Capitol Circle to 3rd Street
• Jefferson Drive, SW from 3rd Street to 15th Street
• 14th Street, SW from Jefferson Drive to northbound HOV lanes
• HOV lanes from 14th Street, SW to HOV ramp at S. Eads Street

Police will reopen the roadways as soon as possible provided doing so does not interfere with the race.

Motorists traveling in the area of this event may experience traffic delays. Race participants and spectators are encouraged to use public transportation. Metrorail will begin service at 5 a.m. on Sunday.

A course map is posted at www.marinemarathon.com, the official race website. There is also a press release with additional information about street closures in Arlington County and the specific times organizers anticipate each street will be closed.

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Fatal Pedestrian Crash Baltimore Washington Parkway

The United States Park Police is investigating a fatal pedestrian crash on the Baltimore Washington Parkway.

Shortly after 1:00 am on October 10, 2009, a pedestrian was struck by multiple vehicles on the ramp from southbound Baltimore Washington Parkway to westbound New York Avenue, which leads to Northeast Washington, DC.

The victim in this crash is an Hispanic male in his mid thirties. He is about 5’ to 5’3” tall and weighs about 125 pounds. At the time of this crash, the victim was wearing a white t shirt with blue crossed ax images and the wording “Semper Paratus” beneath as the front image. On the back is a smaller image of the same blue crossed axes and the wording “Royal Ruthlessness.”

This pedestrian was struck by multiple vehicles, which remained on the scene.

Because of the complexity of this crash reconstruction, the United States Park Police Criminal Investigators would like to talk to any person who may have seen the victim or scene.

Further, the victim possessed documents which may indicate he was of Guatemalan origin, however, there are conflicting issues which have precluded a positive identification. Should anyone know the identity of this victim, we ask that they contact the United States Park Police.

Anyone with information about this incident, please call the United States Park Police, Criminal Investigations Branch on (202) 610-8737.

We will be able to translate information provided in languages other than English.

Below are images of the shirt the victim was wearing:




Thursday, October 8, 2009

Park Police Hiring

With October employment figures recently released, many are seeking stable employment with excellent benefits. Those seeking rewarding careers in public service need look no further than the United States Park Police.

Our officers are responsible for patrolling some of the greatest areas of our country. With offices in Washington, DC, New York City, and San Francisco, we have the law enforcement responsibilty of the most majestic and important icons of our nation.

Do you desire to be a police officer in places where people wait all their lives and save money for years to visit?

Join the United States Park Police.

Do you desire to police major roadways leading into major cities?

Join the United States Park Police.

Do you desire to police the beaches of New York City, the Presido in San Francisco, and the National Mall as a mounted police officer?

Join the United States Park Police.

How about flying over the skies of Washington, DC with one of the Nation's most advanced police aviation units, performing medevacs, law enforcement, and Presidential escorts?

Join the United States Park Police.

Criminal investigations your idea of a great career?

Join the United States Park Police.

How about serving on a SWAT team protecting the President one day and executing a narcotics search warrant the next?

Join the United States Park Police.

Are motorcycles your interest? Do you want to ride with one of the elite police motor units?

Join the United States Park Police.


Many people are concerned about health care coverage. If you become a United States Park Police Officer, you are a Federal Employee. That means that you can join one of the tremedous numbers of health plans offered to National Park Service employees.

We seek college graduates, military members leaving the service, minorities, women, and all who have a strong desire to serve the public doing important duties.

Some days are long, some cold or hot, some hectic, but all are satisfying!

If this interests you, please see our announcement at www.usajobs.opm.gov and refer to vacancy number NPSWASO-PP-09-285624.