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La policía de Frederick advierte a la comunidad sobre la estafa de rescate de secuestro virtual

El Departamento de Policía de Frederick advierte a la comunidad de un aumento de estafas fraudulentas de rescate

En noviembre de 2022, el Departamento de Policía de Frederick investigó dos incidentes relacionados con una es...

Frederick Police Warns Community of Virtual Kidnapping Ransom Scam

The Frederick Police Department warns the community of an increase in fraudulent ransom scams

In November of 2022, the Frederick Police Department investigated two occurrences related to a virtual kidnapping ransom scam.  During these in...

Frederick Police make handgun|drug arrest from traffic stop

Frederick Police make arrest for handgun and drugs during a traffic stop.

On November 3^rd, 2022, at approximately 1230 hours, Officer Fernholz conducted a traffic stop in the 1^st block of Willowdale Drive.  While Officer Fernholz conducted the business of the traffic stop, K9 Officer Milyard and his partner K9 Gino arr...

FPD seeking assistance locating missing male

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance locating a 17-year-old male, who has been missing since June. 

Walter Javier Martinez, 17, was last seen in the area of Wellington Court and may have left in a blue vehicle. He is five-foot-fou...

Mayor O'Connor to call for closed session

Mayor Michael O’Connor has requested a Closed Session on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.  Mayor O’Connor will request a vote of the Aldermen to convene in Closed Session at City Hall.  

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FPD seeking assistance in firearm discharge cases

The Frederick Police Department is requesting assistance from the community in relation to two firearm discharges that occurred.

On Oct. 15^th, 2022 at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers were called to the 100 Block of Pennsylvania Ave in Lucas Vil...

The Frederick Police Department Charges Juvenile with firearms crimes

On Oct. 24, 2022, at approximately 4:26 pm, The Frederick Police Department received numerous calls for a shooting that was said to have occurred at the intersection of Thomas Johnson Drive and Christophers Crossing. Initial reports indicated one person h...

Frederick Police investigate stabbing on North Market Street

On Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022 at approximately 2:20 a.m., officers from Frederick Police Department responded to the 100 Block of North Market Street for a report of a stabbing. 

Upon arrival, officers located three victims who suffered non-life threat...

FPD identifies victim in fatal pedestrian-involved crash

The Frederick Police Department’s Crash Reconstruction Team continues to investigate a fatal crash involving multiple vehicles and pedestrians.

On Oct. 6, 2022, at 4:32 p.m., officers of the Frederick Police Department’s Patro...

FPD investigating fatal crash involving pedestrians

On Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022, at approximately 4:32 p.m., the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of Hillcrest Drive and Consett Place for a report of a vehicle crash.

Upon arrival, officers located two pedestrians that had been struck by a moto...

FPD makes arrest in Weapons Complaint

On 09/11/2022, at approximately 10:28 AM, officers of the Frederick Police Department, responded to the area of S Market St and W All Saints St for report of a weapons complaint. Upon arrival, officers were notified of a male, later identified as Donald L...

FPD signs on to 30x30 pledge to increase female representation in policing

Today, in recognition of National Women in Policing Day, the Frederick Police Department is proud to announce its commitment to joining the 30x30 pledge, a national effort aimed at increasing female representation in police work.  

The 3...

Frederick County SAO declines to prosecute officers involved in November taser incident

On November 12th, 2021, the Frederick Police Department was called to a residence on Greenleese Drive for an individual behaving erratically. Officers arrived to find Daniel Michael Holley, 23, unclothed, sweating profusely, and pacing back-and-forth.&...

Man charged with reckless endangerment after unintentional discharge nearly strikes infant

At approximately 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, officers responded to the 1400 Block of Key Parkway for what was initially reported as a building explosion. 

Upon arriving on scene, officers and other emergency personnel quickly determined that...

Elks Parade to cause road closures, parking restrictions in downtown Frederick

The Frederick Police Department and Department of Public Works will be providing road closure assistance for the Elks parade on Sunday, Aug. 28 from 2-5 p.m.

The parade participants will stage near the All Saints Parking Deck, which will not be accessible ...

Frederick Police conducting crash investigation

Proactive policing leads to several firearms arrests by FPD officers

Proactive patrol stops by the Frederick Police Department have resulted in multiple seizures of illegal firearms, including two “ghost guns.” 

“The Frederick Police Department’s patrol division works diligen...

Mayor and Board approve $19.8 million contract for FPD Headquarters

The City of Frederick Mayor and Board of Aldermen unanimously approved Thursday night a $19.8 million contract with Waynesboro Construction Company for design-build services of a new police headquarters at 100 E. All Saints Street. 

“The...

FPD investigating downtown homicide

At approximately 3:30 a.m. on July 23, 2022 an FPD officer was patrolling the North Market Street area when he heard a gunshot in the 300 Block of North Market Street.

Upon arriving on scene, the officer located an individual, later identified as Michael I...

FPD arrests two in commercial robbery

The Frederick Police Department has identified and arrested two men who committed a commercial robbery.

On July 22, 2022, at approximately 12:30 a.m., the Frederick Police responded to a convenience store in the 200 Block of Amber Drive.

Officers from the F...

Hagerstown man arrested in shooting that injured two

The Frederick Police Department has arrested and charged a suspect in the double shooting of two victims earlier this month. 

At approximately 1 a.m. Tuesday July 5, officers responded to a shooting in the 1000 Block of Heather Ridge Dri...

Frederick Police investigating shots fired incident

The Frederick Police Department is investigating a shots fired incident that resulted in one residence being struck. 

At approximately 5:15 p.m., FPD received a call for a group of males in the area of Hillcrest Elementary School acting suspicious...

FPD investigates stabbing that injured two

The Frederick Police Department is investigating an incident that led to two people being stabbed.

 On July 10, 2022, around 2:36 AM, officers from the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to the area of 90 Wa...

FPD seeking assistance in locating missing woman

The Frederick Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating a missing adult female, Elizabeth Jean Goldberg, of Frederick. Elizabeth has been missing since June 2022. Loved ones have reported that her last known whereabouts were ...

FPD arrests male for firearm, drug offenses

On July 1, 2022 at approximately 11:00 p.m., Officer Solano and Officer Inman were on routine patrol in the area of the 400 block of North Market Street. During that time, they observed a vehicle approach them from behind with a headlight not working. The...

FPD investigating shooting that left two injured

At approximately 1 a.m. Tuesday July 5, 2022, the Frederick Police Department responded to the 1000 Block of Heather Ridge for reports of gunshots in the area. 

Upon arriving on scene, officers determined a shooting had occurred and located an adu...

FPD charges man for sex abuse of a minor

On May 29, 2022, The Frederick Police Department received notification of a possible sex offense involving a juvenile victim. The case was assigned to Det. Skelly of the Major Crimes Unit to investigate. With the assistance of Child Protective Services, D...

Update: Traffic signal repairs along West Patrick Street corridor complete

Update: The traffic signals along the West Patrick Street corridor have been completed, and the signals are back up and running. 

The City of Frederick is experiencing several traffic signal outages along the West Patrick Street corridor. ...

FPD seeking assistance locating missing man

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance locating a critically missing male. Alexander Scott Henry, 26, was last seen on June 27, around 3:30 p.m. leaving his residence. He was driving a 2016 white Toyota Camry with the tag 9ET8364. Anyone wi...

Portion of East Street to be closed for Pride Parade

On Saturday, June 25, 2022, The City of Frederick will welcome thousands of people to downtown for the annual Pride Parade. 

To accommodate crowds that will be traveling along Carroll Creek Linear Park for the duration of the event, a portion of E...

FPD warrant leads to two arrests on gun, drug trafficking charges

The Frederick Police Department early Friday morning arrested and charged two Frederick men for firearm and drug trafficking, seizing five firearms, more than 1,000 grams of illegal drugs and thousands of dollars in a search and seizure operation that was...

FPD makes arrest in Providence Court stabbing

With the assistance of several partnering agencies, the Frederick Police Department has apprehended and charged a man wanted in a March stabbing in the City of Frederick.

At approximately 8:45 a.m. on Friday, March 25, the Frederick Police Depart...

FPD arrests one in May firearms discharge

On May 3, 2022, around 2:32 PM, officers from the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to the area of the 1000 Block of Heather Ridge Drive for a reported firearm discharge. While officers responded, additional 911 calls were ...

FPD makes handgun arrest during traffic stop

On May 30, 2022 at approximately 0330hrs, Officer Davies was on routine patrol in the area of Baughmans  Lane and W. Patrick St. At this time, Officer Davies observed a vehicle having improperly illuminated registration plates. A subsequent traff...

FPD investigating North Market Street shooting

At approximately 2:00 a.m. Saturday, May 21 2022 patrol officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 400 Block of North Market Street after hearing what sounded like gun fire. 

Upon arrival officers determined an incident did occ...

FPD signs on to Active Bystander for Law Enforcement training program

The Frederick Police Department is excited to announce its participation in the ABLE program. A project out of Georgetown Law's Center for Innovations in Community Safety, ABLE stands for Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement, a training progr...

FPD investigating firearm discharge that damaged two residences

On May13^th, at approximately 1 a.m., The Frederick Police Department received reports for a firearm discharge in the 800 Block of Jubal Way. Upon arriving officers located numerous bullet shell casings and found that two residences were struck by bullets....

Emergency lane closure on Monocacy Boulevard

A lane on westbound Monocacy Boulevard will be closed between South Street and the ramp to U.S. 70 for the next one to two weeks due to a sinkhole next to the road. 

The lane closure is precautionary as the sinkhole is not in the roadway, but is i...

Frederick police respond to firearms discharge

On May 3, 2022, around 2:30 p.m., officers from the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to the area of 1000 Heather Ridge Drive for a reported discharge of a firearm. While officers were responding, additional 911 calls were ...

FPD seeking assistance identifying woman involved in armed robbery case

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying and locating a woman suspected to have committed an armed robbery with a knife last week. 

A white female committed an armed robbery with a knife from a business establishment in...

City to issue taxicab permits

The City of Frederick Taxicab Commission has thirty-one (31) taxicab permits available. 

A person wishing to obtain a new taxicab permit must submit to the Taxicab Administrative Agency, on or before May 15, 2022:

• A City of Frederick Taxicab Permit...

FPD designating areas "Selective Traffic Enforcement Zones"

The Frederick Police Department continues to work towards safer streets in and around the City of Frederick. Officers designated as traffic specialists use data and citizen complaint information to designate locations within the city as “selecti...

FPD seeking assistance in locating missing woman

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating Crystalle Victoria Rivers, 38. FPD received a missing person’s report for Crystalle at the end of March, as she was reported to last be seen at her residence in the area of W. 13^t...

City of Frederick prepares for Frederick Running Festival

Thousands of runners and spectators will be on hand for the annual Frederick Running Festival April 30-May 1. It will start with a Kids Fun Run on Saturday, April 30 at 5 p.m., followed by the Twilight 5K race at 6 p.m. The 5K route begi...

Frederick Police Note Increase in Thefts from Cars via Broken Windows

Over the past several weeks, the Frederick Police Department has noted an increase in theft from vehicle cases where the suspect has gained access by breaking car windows. The common theme in these crimes is that a valuable item was in plain view, and a w...

FPD to celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

The Frederick Police Department is celebrating the second full week of April (April 10-16) as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. This week, sponsored by the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International and celebra...

FPD Detectives Make Arrest For Shooting on Heather Ridge Drive

The Frederick Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division has arrested a man involved in a firearms discharge in February.

On Feb. 22, 2022, officers of the Frederick Police Department responded to 1000 Heather Ridge Drive, in F...

FPD identifies suspect in stabbing investigation

At approximately 8:45 a.m. on Friday, March 25, the Frederick Police Department received a 911 call in the area of 1100 Block of Providence Court. Patrol officers located an adult female who had been stabbed in the torso. She was transported to an area tr...

FPD investigating stabbing that left one injured

At approximately 8:45 a.m. on Friday, March 25, the Frederick Police Department received a 911 call from a residence in the 1100 Block of Providence Court. Upon responding, officers located an adult female victim who had been stabbed in the upper body. Th...

FPD utilizing new technology to increase communication with residents

At a time when communication and engagement with our residents is more important than ever the Frederick Police Department has expanded its efforts in those arenas with the launch of SPIDR Tech software effective March 28, 2022.   

SPIDR ...

FPD makes arrest in theft from motor vehicle case

Earlier this month, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 400 Block of Harlan Way for a report of a subject attempting to gain entry into vehicles in the neighborhood.  

Upon arriving to the scene, a complainant positively...

FPD makes two illegal firearms possession arrests in Heather Ridge Drive area

FPD has served five arrest warrants, charged 4 individuals for offenses related to controlled dangerous substances and arrested a man on criminal and traffic charges who attempted flee from police following a traffic stop.

Since March 1, the Frederick Police Department has increased its presence and enforcement efforts in the Heather Ridge Drive area in response to reports of multiple firearm discharges in the area dating back to the beginning of the year.  

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FPD increasing patrols in Hillcrest area for youth pedestrian safety

The Frederick Police Department has responded to three reports of unknown individuals approaching school children in the Hillcrest area over the last two weeks. The police department has investigated these reports, and while we have not been able to estab...

City employee injured in assault while performing street maintenance

At approximately 1:30 p.m. on March 7, 2022, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 400 Block of Willow Ave. for a call for service. Upon responding to the scene, officers located an individual, who was later determined to be a Cit...

City road closures March 8 for funeral services

The Frederick Police Department will be conducting street closures to assist the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office with funeral procession services for Deputy First Class Kenny Olander on Tuesday, March 8, 2022.  

The services will begin at 11:00 ...

FPD investigating gunfire that caused property damage

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating an individual, or individuals, involved in a firearms discharge earlier this week. 

On Feb. 22, 2022, at approximately 8:45 p.m., FPD received several reports for shots fired in the...

FPD makes arrest in stabbing incident

On Feb. 24, 2022 at approximately 5:30 a.m., the Frederick Police Department received a call for a stabbing that had occurred in a residence on Victoria Square in Frederick City. When patrol officers arrived, they located a male victim that had been stabb...

FPD locates missing man alive; transported for treatment

At approximately 7:40 p.m. Saturday Feb. 19, 2022 the Frederick Police Department received a report for a critical missing person. 

FPD learned Charles Frazier, 61, of Frederick, had been missing since about 12 p.m. FPD searched the Worm...

Frederick Police Searching for Missing Frederick Man

The Frederick Police Department is searching for a missing man in the Wormans Mill area. 

The Frederick Police Department is requesting assistance from the community in locating Charles Frazier. 

Mr. Frazier is a black male and is 61 years...

Update: Two officers, one suspect shot in officer involved shooting

On Feb. 11, 2022 at approximately 12:45 p.m. the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of Key Parkway and Waverley Drive for a report of a suspicious person that was possibly armed. 

Upon responding to the scene, two Frederick Police O...

FPD investigating officer involved shooting

On Feb. 11, 2022 at approximately 12:53 p.m. the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of Key Parkway and Waverley Drive for a report of an officer involved shooting.

This is an active investigation and more information will be released at a 2:...

Frederick Police Department investigates stabbing that left one injured

On Sunday, Feb. 6, 2022, at approximately 11:50 p.m. investigators at The Frederick Police Department learned of a stabbing that occurred after a fight broke out between a group of friends at a business establishment in the 200 Block of Shorebird Street.&...

FPD investigating firearms discharge

On Sunday, February 6, 2022 at approximately 12:45 am, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of Coats Bridge Place and Hillcrest Drive for a report of a firearm discharge. 

Upon arriving to the scene, officers and inv...

FPD investigating firearm discharge in Heather Ridge Drive area

On Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022 at approximately 9 p.m., the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of the 800 and 900 Blocks of Heather Ridge Drive for several reports of gunshots in the area. Upon arriving on scene, officers located evidence of g...

FPD makes arrest in commercial burglary investigation

On Tuesday Jan. 25, 2022, at approximately 10:20 a.m. officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the unit block of E. Church Street at a well-known downtown business establishment for a report of a commercial burglary and destruction of pr...

FPD charges suspect for destruction of well-known dog statue

FPD arrests male on murder charges for Routzahn's Way homicide

FPD investigating homicide on Routzahn's Way

At approximately 7:15 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 100 Block of Routzahn’s Way for reports of a shooting.Upon arrival, investigators located one male victim, later identified as Ja...

Frederick Police arrest juvenile for S. Pendleton shooting

The Frederick Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit has identified and arrested a juvenile male in the Dec. 20, 2021 early morning shooting that left one man injured.

 On Dec. 20, 2021, around 2:30 a.m., officers from the Frederick Polic...

FPD provides de-escalation training to Frederick bar, restaurant staff

The Frederick Police Department is committed to community partnerships and helping our business community and residents maintain positive relationships and act as good neighbors.  

In conjunction with its efforts in the Nighttime Economy Taskforce...

Frederick Police Investigating Early Morning Shooting

The Frederick Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred overnight and left one person injured.  On Dec. 20, 2021, around 2:30 a.m., officers from the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to ...

Frederick Man Charged in Multiple Thefts

The Frederick Police Department and the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office have identified and charged a man responsible for numerous thefts within the county.

Between September and November 2021, the Frederick Police Department and the Frederick ...

Charges Filed in Frederick Bank Robbery

The Frederick Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit last week charged the person responsible for a recent robbery in the City of Frederick.

On Dec. 2, 2021, officers of FPD responded to the M&T Bank on W. Seventh Street for a reported bank ro...

Kris Kringle parade to cause significant road closures, traffic delays

On Friday, Dec. 10, 2021, the Frederick Police Department will assist with road closures for the Kris Kringle Parade in downtown Frederick, which will cause significant delays for drivers. 

The parade begins at 6:30 p.m. and road closures will beg...

FPD investigating shots fired incident that damaged vehicle, residences

The Frederick Police Department is investigating a shots fired incident on N. Everly Drive that resulted in property damage. On Dec. 4, 2021, around 10:22 p.m., officers of the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of N. Everly Drive ...

FPD investigation leads to crack cocaine possession and trafficking arrest

In March 2021, members of the Frederick Police Department’s Tactical Investigations Unit (TIU) assigned to the Baltimore / Washington High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force, began an investigation into an individual identified a...

Frederick Police Department investigating bank robbery

The Frederick Police Department is investigating a bank robbery at the M&T Bank on Seventh StreetOn Dec. 2, 2021, officers of the Frederick Police Department responded to the M&T Bank on W Seventh Street, in Frederick City, in reference to a bank ...

Frederick Police Department releases body worn camera footage of Greenleese Drive call for service

The Frederick Police Department has released officer Body Worn Camera footage from a call for service on Nov. 12, 2021 in the 1800 Block of Greenleese Drive.

View the Body Worn Camera Footage

On Friday, Nov. 12th at 7:10pm, Frederick Police were dispatched ...

Frederick Police Arrest Man in Attempted Homicide

The Frederick Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division has arrested a man who planned for and attempted to kill another person. 

On the morning of Nov. 18, 2021, officers of the Frederick Police Department responded to the 400...

Man dies following medical emergency during police encounter; AG’s office reviewing

On Friday, Nov. 12th at 7:10pm, Frederick Police were dispatched to a residence in the 1800 block of Greenleese Drive for a person behaving erratically.

Officers arrived to find a male who was naked, sweating profusely, pacing back and forth, and talking i...

FPD, DFRS invite public to attend Laird/Alcorn Memorial Bowl flag football game

The Frederick Police Department invites the public to attend its annual flag football game against Frederick County Fire and Rescue on Nov. 13, 2021 at 1 p.m. at Chuck Foreman Field at Ballenger Creek Park.

The game, which started in 2015 as the Turkey Bow...

FPD announces formation of Nighttime Economy Taskforce

In recent months the Frederick Police Department has responded to an uptick in community concerns surrounding nighttime establishments such as bars, stores and restaurants regarding increased noise, liquor and code violations, and, in some infrequent inst...

FPD seeking assistance in string of burglaries investigation

The Frederick Police Department is investigating a string of several commercial burglaries along the Route 40 corridor. 

The department is seeking assistance in identifying potential suspects in this investigation. 

If you have noticed any...

FPD charges suspects in Key Parkway stabbing

On Sept. 8, 2021, at approximately 7:07 p.m., The Frederick Police Department responded to the 1100 blk of Key Parkway for a stabbing that had occurred. Upon arrival officers located a male victim with multiple stab wounds. The victim was taken to a local...

Search and seizure warrant leads to drug arrest

During the month of July 2021, members of the Frederick Police Department’s, Tactical Investigations Unit (TIU), assigned to the Baltimore / Washington High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force, began an investigation into an indiv...

FPD to provide road closure assistance for Alzheimer’s walk

The Frederick Police Department will be providing road closure assistance on Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. for the The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Maryland Chapter -  “Walk to End Alzheimer’s&r...

FPD charges two Virginia men in shooting

On October 04, 2021, at 8:48 PM, the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to the 2100 Block of Old Farm Drive in reference to a discharge of a firearm.

The officers and detectives on scene located evidence of gunfire and spoke ...

FPD arrests two subjects for downtown church burglary

On July 5, 2021, The Frederick Police Department responded to a downtown church on E Second Street for a burglary. During the night, subjects broke into the church and stole several items from the alter that were valued over $1,000. During the investigati...

FPD arrests man after foot chase ends in Baker Park

In the early evening hours of Sept. 28, 2021, an officer with the Frederick Police Department observed 21-year-old male Brett Frase sitting with a female who is known by FPD to be a minor. The officer was already aware of a protective order protecting the...

FPD investigating potential firearms discharge

On 09-23-2021, at approximately 6:30 pm, the Frederick Police Department received several calls from residents who believed they heard multiple gunshots in the area of Butterfly Lane and Himes Ave. Officers responded to the area, but were unable ...

Search and seizure warrant leads to arrest for firearm straw purchase

On Sept. 22, 2021 investigators from the Frederick Police Department executed a search and seizure warrant in the 1800 Block of Dulaney Court in reference to a straw purchase of a firearm. A straw purchase is an illegal firearm purchase where the buyer of...

FPD investigates shooting that left one injured

On September 22, 2021, at 7:31 PM, the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to 90 Waverley Drive, in Frederick City, in reference to a shooting.

The officers on the scene located and provided medical care to one adult male with a confirm...

Detectives make arrest after assault with knife

The Frederick Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division has arrested a woman who assaulted a person with a knife.

On Sept. 12, 2021, officers of the Frederick Police Department responded to the 100 block of S Market Street for a report ...

FPD, FCPS respond to quell credible threat against middle school

On Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021 the Frederick Police Department and Frederick County Public Schools were made aware of a credible threat against Monocacy Middle School. 

The threat originated from a social media posting involving students at Monocacy Mi...

FPD seeking assistance in locating missing child

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a missing 14-year-old kid. 

Ashi Tumanjong, 14, went missing from the 100 block of Missouri Court. He has been missing since 7:30 Saturday, September 11, 2021. 

Anyone with ...

FPD arrests suspect in stabbing case on Waverley Drive

The Frederick Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit has made an arrest of a man who assaulted and stabbed two victims…

On Wednesday Sept. 8, 2021, officers of the Frederick Police Department responded to 90 Waverley Drive for a stabbin...

FPD make arrest in rape investigation

On Monday, September 6, 2021 officers responded to Staley Park, at 11 W Tenth Street, for an indecent exposure complaint. Officers arrived on the scene and observed a male and female in the area. Investigators determined a witness observed the male on top...

FPD investigating fatal motorcycle crash in Frederick

On Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021 at approximately 12:10 a.m. officers responded to the area of West Patrick Street and N. Jefferson Street for a report of a single vehicle crash involving a motorcycle. 

Upon arrival, officers located a female passenger of...

Funeral Services for Lt. Alcorn to be live-streamed on City website

Funeral and graveside services for Lt. Andrew Alcorn IV will be live streamed on the City’s website on Friday Aug. 27, 2021. 

Those who cannot attend the services will be able to view them at: https://frederickmd.gov/honoringalcorn

The Fr...

Services announced for public viewing, funeral for Lt. Andrew Alcorn IV

On behalf of the Alcorn family, the Frederick Police Department has announced the viewing and funeral service plans for Lt. Andrew Alcorn IV. 

A public viewing is scheduled for 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Thursday Aug. 26, 2021 at Stauffer Fune...

FPD to close roads for Sunday Elks Lodge Parade

On Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, officers from the Frederick Police Department will provide road closure assistance for the Elks Lodge Parade. This will cause some traffic delays for motorists in the City.

The parade expects to have between 200-300 people marchi...

FPD identifies driver in fatal South Jefferson crash; cause of crash still under investigation

On Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at approximately 1:45 a.m., officers of the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to the 100 Block of South Jefferson Street, in Frederick City, for an accident with injuries.

Through the...

FPD attempting to identify burglary suspects

The Frederick Police Department is attempting to identify and locate two men in connection to two residential burglaries. 

The burglaries occurred on July 4, 2021 and July 10, 2021 in the Unit Block of W. Second Street. In both incidents, the susp...

FPD seeking assistance locating missing woman

 The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a missing woman who was last seen on Aug. 9, 2021. 

Abigail Cathryn Ollerhead, 33, was last seen at approximately 5:30 a.m. on Aug. 9. She is a described as approximately ...

Dates set for Christophers Crossing speed camera installation

 The City of Frederick will be installing two speed cameras in the area of Christophers Crossing Crestone Drive and Moran Drive between on August 23, 2021. The cameras will capture traffic heading both westbound and eastbound in that area of Chri...

FPD investigating collision into house that left one person dead

On Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at approximately 1:45 a.m., officers of the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Division responded to the 100 Block of South Jefferson Street, in Frederick City, for an accident with injuries.

Through the...

FPD arrests woman for rape, sex offenses of juvenile

On July 2, 2021, The Frederick Police Department was contacted by a local doctor’s office about a possible sexual relationship involving a 14-year-old juvenile male and an adult female. An FPD detective began an investigation to determine the na...

FPD arrests man on burglary, assault charges

On Friday, Aug. 13, 2021 at approximately 3:51 am, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 1200 Block of Baker Place for a person attempting to enter a residence. While en route to the scene, dispatchers advised the subject made ent...

FPD Investigation spurred by citizen input results in nearly a dozen arrests

Over the past several weeks, our patrol, outreach, and investigative units from the Frederick Police Department have conducted proactive enforcement in the 100 Block of S. Market Street in response to resident complaints regarding drug use in the area.

Thi...

Two men charged in February shooting plead guilty

Two men arrested in connection to a February shooting pleaded guilty and received sentences recently for several charges stemming from the incident. 

Mekhi Davis pleaded guilty to possession of a regulated firearm as a felon, and received a five-y...

FPD makes arrest in 100 Block of South Market Street area

On Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, Officer Lawson from the Frederick Police Department was working in the 100 Block of South Market Street when he observed a man, later identified as Charles Eugean Brown, 32, trespassing at a property clearly labeled with &ldq...

FPD investigating shooting that left one in critical condition

On Friday July 30, 2021 at approximately 10:40 p.m. officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 1700 Block of Carriage Way for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival officers found there had been a large party and the victim had ...

FPD seeking assistance in locating suspect in armed robbery investigation

On Wednesday July 28, 2021 at approximately 3:30 p.m., Officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the Tea and Spice Exchange at 28 East Patrick Street for a report of a robbery. Upon arrival Officers spoke with the victim. The victim advis...

Frederick Police Department welcomes community for National Night Out Aug. 3

The Frederick Police Department is hosting National Night Out, a community-building event with the police and local neighborhoods. National Night Out 2021 is on Aug. 3, 2021, from 6-9 p.m. at Carrollton Park, Hill Stree...

FPD arrests man on gun charges

On July 23, 2021, members of the Frederick Police’s Tactical Investigations Unit (TIU) were assisting the United States Marshals Service with the apprehension of felony fugitive in the 1000 block of Key Parkway. At approximately 2:30 pm, underco...

FPD makes arrest in downtown rape case

FREDERICK, MD – On July 4, 2021 at approximately 4:49 am, patrol officers of the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of East South Street for a report of a rape that had occurred earlier.

During the initial inves...

Speed cameras to be installed on Christophers Crossing

Earlier this month the Mayor and Board of Aldermen approved the inclusion of Christophers Crossing, between Moran Drive and Crestone Drive, into section 13-15 of The Code of the City of Frederick.  The eastbound and westbound sections of this roa...

FPD arrest man in carjacking

At approximately 8:25 a.m. Tuesday, July 20, 2021 officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the Unit Block of South East Street for a robbery in progress. Upon arrival, officers quickly made contact with a female victim with minor injurie...

Missing Male in Stratford Way incident located safe

On Tuesday July 20, 2021, Officers from the Frederick Police Department located 34-year-old male Dominic Lull, who had been missing since Monday July 19, 2021. Lull was safe and unharmed.

At approximately noon on Monday, FPD received a report of a male who...

FPD attempting to locate male from Stratford Way incident

At approximately noon Monday, July 19, FPD received reports of a male experiencing a mental health crisis with access to weapons. The Frederick Police Department responded to his residence in the 800 Block of Stratford Way, where detectives confirmed he w...

City Hall to remain closed July 20

City Hall will remain closed to the public Tuesday July 20, 2021 as repairs to the water damage continue.

Residents are encouraged to use drop boxes at City Hall for any business they would normally conduct in person. All other city buildings are open and ...

Police activity in 800 Block of Stratford Way

There is ongoing police activity in the area of the 800 Block of Stratford Way. The Frederick Police Department is asking residents to avoid the area until further notice. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

FPD investigating rape in the downtown area

FREDERICK, MD – In the early morning hours of July 4, 2021 Patrol Officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of East South Street for a report of a rape that had occurred earlier. During the initial investigation, office...

FPD, Dunkin team up to "catch" community doing good

The men and women of the Frederick Police Department are committed to continuing to build and maintain positive relationships with residents in our community. 

For that reason, FPD is excited to continue its partnership with Dunkin in the &ldq...

FPD makes arrest for firearms discharge on East Church Street

On June 27, 2021 at approximately 3:16am the Frederick Police Department received two calls for possible shots fired in the area of the Unit Block of East Church Street. OFC. Wharton was in the area almost immediately and observed a male in that ...

FPD arrest suspect wanted in St. Mary's County for murder

On June 23, 2021, members of the Frederick Police Department’s Street Crimes Unit were contacted by the Maryland State Police and informed that they believed a homicide suspect from St. Mary’s County, Maryland was hiding out in Frederi...

FPD responding to shooting incident on Ansley Court

On June 24, 2021 at approximately 11:16 p.m., Officers responded to the 1200 Block of Ansley Court for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival they located an adult male victim that had been shot multiple times. A short time later FPD received another call o...

FPD seeking assistance in locating elderly male

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a 74-year-old male.

Richard Eugene Durbin, was last seen traveling Wednesday in a 2014 Black Mitsubishi Lancer bearing Maryland tag 9BX6614 traveling to Delaware. FPD does not suspect any fo...

Frederick Police Department seeking applicants for Citizens Police Academy

The Frederick Police Department strives daily to enhance public safety in partnership with our community. One of the greatest ways we do that is through educating the public on our functions as a police agency at our Citizens Police Academy. 

We i...

FPD makes arrest in CDS investigation

On June 22, 2021, at approximately 07:05 pm, officers of the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Squad D responded to the area of the 300 Block of N. Market St. for a report of a drug complaint. Upon arrival, OFC Donato located a male, who was ...

New FPD comfort dog to play critical role in community engagement and providing therapeutic services

The Frederick Police Department is excited to introduce its newest member – comfort dog Nevada.

Nevada, a two-year-old black lab, was donated to the department by Hero Dogs, an organization that improves quality of life for U.S. Military veterans and first...

FPD makes arrest in attempted carjacking

On June 17, 2021 at approximately 10:54 a.m. officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to a Carjacking in the area of Unit block of Hillcrest Drive.  Upon arrival Officers determined it was an attempted motor vehicle theft, not a ca...

FPD searching for suspect in fraud investigation

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance locating a suspect involved in two fraud cases in the City of Frederick. 

The suspect is making fake debit cards and North Carolina ID cards with victims' information but the suspect's photo, a...

FPD seeking assistance locating missing teen

Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating 16-year-old male Logan William Schweitzer,  of Frederick.

Schweitzer was last seen around June 2, 2021, but has had sporadic contact family since then. However, he has not been heard fr...

FPD increasing police presence downtown on weekend nights

As COVID-19 restrictions continue to loosen and activity increases in the downtown area, the Frederick Police Department is actively working to increase its police presence downtown.  

Beginning this weekend, the department&n...

FPD presents heroin, opioid trends to Frederick County Substance Abuse Council

The Frederick Police Department is deeply committed to combatting the ongoing heroin and opioid epidemic. To do this, the department uses a three-pronged approach to include prevention, enforcement and treatment. 

This week, FPD’s heroin coordinat...

FPD seeking assistance locating elderly male

Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating 75-year-old male Robert Wayne Hershberger, of Frederick. 

Hershberger was last seen leaving in his light blue 2010 Subaru Forester with a Maryland Tag 2AB6139. He was leaving to travel ...

FPD investigating early morning shooting on N. Market Street

On June 6, 2021 at approximately 2:20 a.m. officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 200 Block of N. Market Street for reports of a shooting. 

After arriving officers quickly determined a fight had broken out in the establishm...

FPD charges woman for possession of PCP

On June 2, 2021, at approximately 11:35 pm, an officer of the Frederick Police Department’s Patrol Squad E was travelling in the area of Route 40 and Baughmans Lane when they observed a Gold Minivan weaving between the lanes of travel. The offic...

FPD investigating shooting on Heather Ridge Drive

On June 3, 2021 at approximately 9:26 p.m. Officers from the Frederick Police Department reported to the 1000 Block of Heather Ridge Drive for a report of a shooting.  Upon arrival they located an adult male that had been shot in the leg. The mal...

Surveillance operation leads to drug arrest for street crimes unit

On May 25, 2021, members of the Frederick Police Department's Street Crimes Unit conducted surveillance in the area of Alban Court in the City of Frederick. Officers observed suspicious activity they believed to be a drug deal taking place. Offic...

FPD Street Crimes Unit makes arrest for crack cocaine possession

On May 26, 2021, members of the Frederick Police Department's Street Crimes Unit conducted surveillance in the area of Treasure Ave in Walkersville to locate a subject with an active arrest warrant for felony assault. After several hours of surve...

FPD Drug Enforcement Unit arrests man after executing search warrant

On June 1, 2021, members of the Frederick Police Department’s Drug Enforcement Unit, with the assistance of the Special Response Team and Frederick County’s Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Task Force, executed a search and seizure warrant in the 5700 Block of ...

FPD arrests Frederick man for assault after brandishing firearm toward utility workers

On Friday May 28, 2021 at approximately 4:30 p.m., officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 1000 Block of N. Market St. in reference a weapons complaint. Upon arrival, officers learned that a subject, who was later identified as 40-y...

Street Crimes Unit Arrests Juvenile with Loaded Handgun

On March 30, 2021, members of the Frederick Police Department's Street Crimes Unit were conducting surveillance on a residence within the City of Frederick to locate a subject wanted for a felony assault. At approximately 10:59 p.m., officers observed a s...

FPD announces multiple initiatives to build community relationships

The Frederick Police Department is deeply committed to working in partnership with our residents, businesses, and community organizations to creatively solve problems and ensure a safer city for all. It is FPD's goal to ensure fair and equitable ...

FPD investigating shooting that left one injured on N. Market Street

On Saturday May 22, 2021 at approximately 1:30 a.m. Officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 300 Block of N. Market for a report of a shooting. Upon arriving, officers located one victim with a gunshot wound to the leg. The victim, a...

FPD arrests man after standoff in Walkersville area

On Friday May 21, 2021 at approximately 11:30 a.m. a female victim made contact with a Frederick County Sheriff’s Office Deputy in the courthouse.  It was quickly determined the victim had been physically assaulted and that it had occur...

FPD attempting to locate missing 27-year-old male

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a missing 27-year-old male. Chistopher L Thomas Weissend, 27, of Frederick, was last seen on approximately May 13 by his family and girlfriend. His loved ones reported that Christopher does...

FPD investigating shots fired incident on East South Street

On Wednesday May 19, 2021 at approximately 9:40 p.m. Officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 800 Block of East South Street for a report of a shots fired. Upon arrival Officers located evidence that a firearm discharge had occurred,...

FPD seeking assistance in locating missing male

The Frederick Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating a missing male, Eric Robin Reyes, 26. Mr. Reyes is from Frederick, Maryland, and has been missing since May 12, 2021. Loved ones have reported that his last known locati...

Frederick Police Department announces promotions and award recipients

This morning, the Frederick Police Department held its annual awards and promotions ceremony at the FPD Training Center, where we announced the formal promotions of FPD employees and awards for our officer of the year, employee of the year and auxiliary o...

FPD makes arrest in CDS investigation

Throughout May 2021, members of the Frederick Police Department’s, Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU), assigned to the Baltimore Washington High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force, began an investigation into an individual, Michael Andrew King. I...

FPD investigating regional trend of wheel thefts

Over the last couple of weeks, The Frederick Police Department has seen a regional trend of tires and rims being stolen off of cars. Two such incidents have occurred in the City in the Prospect Hall Apartment Complex. The offenders have targeted Honda Acc...

FPD arrests suspect for Common Market burglary

On May 7, 2021, at approximately 11:25 p.m. officers responded to 927 W. 7^th St., The Common Market, for a report of a burglary in progress.

Overnight cleaners in the store found a male inside the building and chased him outside. Upon arrival, officers qui...

FPD seeking assistance locating missing juvenile

The Frederick Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating a missing juvenile male. Danvust Martez Bing. ofFrederick, has been missing for approximately two weeks. Loved ones reported that his last known whereabouts were in the ...

One injured in Court Street shooting

At approximately 1:45 a.m. on May 5, 2021, Officers responded to the 100 Block of North Court Street for a report of shots fired. 

Upon arrival Officers located a male suffering from at least one gunshot wound to the abdomen. The victim was transp...

Suspect arrested for firearm discharge at Hill Street Park

On Sunday May 2, 2021 at approximately 9 p.m. Officers responded to the area of 100 Hill Street for a report of a firearms discharge. A witness pointed out a Blue sedan in the area that was possibly involved. OFC. Haynie approached the vehicle and identif...

FPD investigates intentional vehicle striking of two pedestrians

At approximately 11:45 a.m. Thursday, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 1100 Block of Key Parkway for a reported pedestrian being struck by a vehicle.  

Through the course of the investigation, FPD determined the incid...

FPD executes search and seizure operating in armed robbery, firearm discharges investigation

Over the past several weeks, the Frederick Police Department has responded to multiple calls for several firearms discharges and armed robberies in the area of W. 6th Street in downtown Frederick.

The department has conducted ongoing investigations during ...

Missing residents located safe and unharmed

On Sunday night, Frederick Police Department issued a release requesting assistance in locating two Frederick residents who had been reported missing. 

Thomas and Judy Tobery, have been located and are safe and unharmed. 

The Frederick Pol...

FPD seeking assistance in locating two missing elderly residents

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating two elderly Frederick residents who were last seen Sunday morning.

Thomas and Judy Tobery were last seen driving a cream color Ford Edge  at approximately 11 a.m. Sunday by a family...

FPD charges suspect in connection to armed carjacking

At approximately 9:15 p.m. April 18, 2021, officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 200 Block of E. Fourth Street for a report of an armed carjacking.

The victim, who was not injured, reported a man robbed her at gunpoint of her keys ...

FPD charges suspect for July 2020 homicide

FREDERICK, MD – On July 29, 2020, at approximately 8:23 a.m., patrol officers of the Frederick Police Department were on foot in the wooded area between 66 Waverley Drive and 90 Waverley Drive conducting a patrol check. This area, extending from...

FPD seeking assistance in investigations into protest demonstrations

The Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance from the community in identifying participants being investigated for vandalism, disorderly conduct, and obstructing traffic during Friday evening's protests downtown. 

FPD is seeking ...

FPD investigating multiple destruction of property incidents after protests

At approximately 6:30 p.m. Friday evening, The Frederick Socialists held an "Abolish the Police" rally at Baker Park in Downtown Frederick. The rally included approximately 30 attendees who marched among cars in the streets shortly after 7 p.m.,...

FPD investigating series of firearm discharges in downtown

In recent weeks the Frederick Police Department has received a number of reports of firearm discharges in the W. 6th street area of downtown Frederick. Thankfully, there have been no reported injuries. Detectives are investigating each of these incidents ...

Status update on victims in active shooter incident

The following is a joint statement between Frederick Police Department, Fort Detrick, U.S. Navy  and the Federal Bureau of Investigations Baltimore Field Office regarding the active shooter incident that occurred in Frederick Tuesday Apr...

Joint release: Agencies release photo of active shooter subject

The following is a joint statement between Frederick Police Department, Fort Detrick and the Federal Bureau of Investigations Baltimore Field Office regarding the active shooter incident that occurred in Frederick Tuesday April 6, 2021 

F...

Joint release: FPD, partnering agencies investigating active shooter incident that left two injured

The following is a joint statement between Frederick Police Department, Fort Detrick and the Federal Bureau of Investigations Baltimore Field Office regarding an active shooter incident that occurred in Frederick Tuesday.At approximately 8:20 a.m. Tuesday...

FPD investigating active shooter incident

At approximately 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Frederick Police Department responded to the 8400 Block of Progress Drive for reports of an active shooter. Upon arriving, FPD determined there were two victims who suffered life threatening injuries and were transporte...

Chief Lando to Provide Public Safety Update at 10:30AM

Frederick Police Chief, Jason Lando, will provide a public safety update in regards to today's shooting activity at 10:30AM. The update will be streamed live on the FPD's Facebook page and other major media outlets. Lando will be joined by Mayor Michael O...

Expect delays on Route 15 for Chief Frech funeral services

The following is a press release from the Frederick County Sheriff's Office regarding funeral services for Brunswick Police Chief Milton Frech Jr., which will impact the City of Frederick. 

FREDERICK, Md. (April 2, 2021) – The v...

Frederick Police Investigate Hit and Run Collsion

On Saturday, April 03, 2021, at approximately 12:56 am, the Frederick Police Department responded to a hit and run vehicle collision on Key Parkway in the area of Bel Aire Lane, involving a pedestrian.  The pedestrian was transported to a trauma ...

FPD seeking assistance in locating missing juvenile

Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a juvenile that has been missing since January. 

Ian Martin, 17, was last seen at a family member's apartment in the unit block of Waverley Drive on Jan. 10. 

No foul p...

Frederick Police Department investigating string of slashed tires incidents

The Frederick Police Department is investigating a recent rash of incidents where residents’ tires have been slashed in the Downtown Area. We are aware that there have likely been some occurrences where these incidents were not reported...

Frederick Police seeking assistance in locating missing adult

The Frederick Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult male, Curtis “Mason” Smith, a 19 year old from Frederick, Maryland. He was last seen on 03/19/21 at approximately 1145am. Smith was last seen wearing a black ja...

FPD locates missing man safe and unharmed

Due to assistance from the community, Frederick Police Department successfully located a missing Frederick man Wednesday afternoon. 

FPD located Jake Perry, 31, safe and unharmed after he had been missing since March 14. 

The agency thanks...

FPD seeking assistance in locating missing man

Frederick Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating Jake Perry, a missing 31-year-old Frederick resident. 

Perry, a white male, has been missing from the area since March 14. He is 5'6" and approximate...

FPD locates missing teen girl unharmed

Frederick Police Department located a missing 15-year-old girl safe and unharmed.

Jamasia Scii Stewart was found safely Tuesday night March 2, 2021 after she went missing in downtown Frederick Feb. 2. 

The department wants to thank the community fo...

FPD arrests two in connection with shooting; investigation still ongoing

Frederick Police Department has made two arrests of suspects in connection with a Feb. 9 shooting that left one man injured. 

On Feb. 12, 2021 OFC. Tonga observed a vehicle in the area of Key Parkway and Willowdale Drive matching the description o...

FPD makes arrest in recent stabbing cases

On Monday Feb. 22, 2021, Detectives from the Frederick Police Department obtained information that the suspect involved in at least two of the most recent stabbings (Feb. 6 at S McCain Dr. and Feb. 20 at 1025 W. Patrick St.) was a juvenile living in the a...

Frederick Police Department investigating shooting that left one injured

On Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021  at approximately 4:10 p.m., Officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the 900 block of Mosby Drive for a report of a firearm discharge. Upon arrival they located an adult male victim who had been shot in...

FPD seeking information in stabbing investigation

On Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 at approximately 1:30 p.m., FPD responded to the 1000 block of W. Patrick Street for a report of a stabbing that had just occurred. Upon arrival, Officers found a juvenile male suffering from multiple stab wounds to his back. &a...

City of Frederick sees historic low crime rate in 2020

Crime hit historic lows in 2020 for the City of Frederick, continuing a downward trend the city has experienced for the last decade. 

There were 1,388 Part 1 crimes committed in 2020, down from 1,674 in 2019 and a decrease of more than 20 percent ...

FPD investigating gunfire that left one injured

On Feb. 9, 2021 at approximately 10:14 a.m. officers with Frederick Police Department were dispatched to the Unit Block of Pendleton Court for a report of a firearm discharge. Upon arrival, officers located evidence consistent with a firearm discharge. Wi...

UPDATE: Frederick Police locate unharmed missing teen

Feb. 9, 2021: Frederick Police have located Janiya Dejanaee Jones, 16, and she is unharmed. The Frederick Police Department thanks the community for their efforts and tips in helping us locate this teen girl. 

Feb. 5, 2021: The Frederick Police De...

FPD responding to an uptick of catalytic converter thefts

Frederick Police Department will be increasing targeted checks in response to a rash of catalytic converter thefts recently. 

Since the beginning of the year, the department has responded to nine catalytic converter thefts. 

Apartment comp...

FPD seeking assistance in locating missing person

Frederick Police Department is seeking assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old girl. 

Jamasia Scii Stewart was last seen Tuesday, Feb. 2 at 3:30 p.m. in downtown Frederick. Stewart is 5-feet-5-inches tall, with brown hair and brown eyes. No f...

FPD requesting drivers discontinue driving oversized trucks on restricted streets

Frederick Police Department has received reports of multiple oversized trucks driving on streets such as 12^th, 13^th, 14^th, and Frederick Avenue, which are restricted.

The city has installed highly visible signs to inform drivers that large trucks should no...

FPD releases images of vehicles of interest in destruction of property cases

As Frederick Police Department continues to investigate a series of dozens of destruction of property cases, the agency has identified two possible vehicles of interest  in the series of incidents in which windows were broken.  The inves...

UPDATE: FPD continues investigation into dozens of destruction of property incidents

Since a Dec. 20^th press release, the Frederick Police Department has investigated dozens of additional malicious destruction of property incidents involving non-ballistic projectiles being shot at downtown business windows. 

The department has rec...

FPD seeks assistance in destruction of property cases downtown

The Frederick Police Department is seeking public assistance in identifying witnesses related to multiple destruction of property cases in the downtown Frederick area.

Police have taken approximately a dozen reports of damage to downtown business windows c...

FPD personnel deliver presents to more than 50 children in community

About a dozen Frederick Police Department personnel delivered Christmas gifts to more than 50 children in the Frederick community Sunday.

FPD's School Resource Officers used money from donations to buy gifts for 32 children, and 22 FPD employees b...

Three officers join FPD in first virtual swearing-in ceremony

Frederick Police Department welcomed three new officers to the agency in the first ever virtual swearing-in ceremony for new officers Tuesday. 

Officer Jonathan Moczydlowsky is a lateral hire from the Hagerstown Police Department where he has serv...

Audit shows FPD Training Academy complies with state standards

Frederick Police Department’s training academy was found to be in full compliance with the state standards set by the Maryland Police Corrections and Training Commissions.

The commissions conducted an audit of FPD’s records associated w...

Frederick Police Department conducting death investigation

FPD seeking tips to find perpetrators in Taney Ave. shooting

At approximately 1736 hours on Dec. 9, officers from Frederick Police Department arrived on scene of a shooting that occurred in the area of the 1300 block of Taney Ave where they found an adult male had been shot in the upper thigh. The victim was approa...

Man suffers life-threatening gunshot wound in Frederick

At 1736 hours on 12/9/2020 officers from the Frederick Police Department responded to the area of the 1300 block of Taney Ave where they found an adult male who had been shot in the upper thigh.  The victim was rushed to a local area medical faci...

OFC Willie Buntley named FSK Post 11 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

Francis Scott Key Post 11, American Legion named Frederick Police Department’s Officer First Class Willie Buntley its 2020-2021 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year recently, recognizing him for his pattern of service to the Frederick community.

T...

FPD reports no COVID-related violations or major issues Thanksgiving Eve, Frosty Friday

On Wednesday, November 25, 2020 from approximately 4 PM to approximately 10 PM, the Frederick Police Department conducted a special assignment in the downtown area, as we do every year on this night. Fourteen officers spread out across several blocks of N...