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1. How do I report a crime?

In case of an emergency call 911. Please call 301-459-3232 to report anything that seems "out of place" or occurs at an unusual time of day. The following information is needed when you call:
- What happened?
- Where did it happen?
- When did it happen?
- Was anyone hurt?
- Description of persons including: age, sex, race, weight, height, clothing, unique characteristics that help identify suspects
- Description of vehicles including: license number, state, make, model, color

2. How do I claim property/vehicles?

Found property is held for 90 days within the Property Section and may be claimed by calling 301-429-9885. Evidence property will not be released without the written authorization of the police officer or investigator assigned to the case.

Vehicles seized for drug activity or for evidence processing will not be released without the investigator's authorization. The investigator will contact the vehicle owner and advise him/her about release procedures.

Vehicles impounded for any other reason are taken to the tow company's lot. Information about release procedures is available by calling 301-459-9088.