Capitol Heights Police Department

Capitol Heights Police Department To make a report, please call the non-emergency number at 301-352-1200. If there is a emergency, please call 911.

It was a great privilege to meet with the Seychelles Police Department command staff to exchange ideas on various approa...
08/15/2026

It was a great privilege to meet with the Seychelles Police Department command staff to exchange ideas on various approaches to Law Enforcement.

Chief Magassouba and Postal inspectors from the United States Postal Inspection Service held a productive meeting to dis...
08/14/2026

Chief Magassouba and Postal inspectors from the United States Postal Inspection Service held a productive meeting to discuss procedures for reporting mail theft and protecting our community.

08/12/2026

Capitol Heights Police Department National Night Out.

08/07/2026

Traffic Stop Safety with Chief Magassouba
Traffic stops can feel stressful, but knowing what to expect can help.

Today, Chief Magassouba demonstrated a routine traffic stop and shared helpful safety tips. Officers should identify themselves and explain the reason for the stop.

Drivers should pull over when it is safe, keep their hands visible on the steering wheel, let the officer know before reaching for anything, and remain calm and communicate clearly. Drivers, remember: court will not be held on the side of the road. If you disagree with a citation or the reason for the stop, the courtroom is the appropriate place to address it, not roadside.
Clear communication helps keep everyone safe!

On June 17, 2026, officers of the Capitol Heights Police Department were conducting routine patrol in the area of Mentor...
06/18/2026

On June 17, 2026, officers of the Capitol Heights Police Department were conducting routine patrol in the area of Mentor Avenue, Capitol Heights, Maryland, when they observed a vehicle that was illegally parked in violation of local traffic regulations.
While officers were in the process of impounding the vehicle, the registered owner approached the scene and requested permission to retrieve personal belongings from inside the vehicle. Officers denied the request due to officer safety concerns and to preserve the integrity of the impound process.
During a subsequent inventory search of the vehicle, officers discovered a Draco-style rifle, a semi-automatic handgun, multiple rounds of ammunition, an extended magazine, an additional rifle magazine, a digital scale, and a large quantity of suspected ma*****na packaged in both bulk form and multiple containers. The items were located and recovered from within the vehicle during the inventory search.
Based on the discovery of the fi****ms, ammunition, suspected controlled dangerous substances (CDS), and related paraphernalia, the owner of the vehicle was immediately taken into custody without incident. All evidence was photographed, secured, and submitted in accordance with department procedures. The suspect was transported for processing and charged accordingly.

04/27/2026

The Capitol Heights Police Department is proud to promote roadway safety through our “Buckle Up, We Care” initiative.

Chief Magassouba recognized and rewarded drivers who were observed wearing their seatbelts and operating their vehicles safely. Selected drivers received gift cards as a token of appreciation for helping keep our roads safe.

Your safety matters, buckle up, drive smart, and you might just get rewarded. #

Address

Capitol Heights, MD
20743

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13014202444

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Capitol Heights Police Department posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category