OCEAN CITY, MD – (October 11, 2017): With the fall season upon us, law enforcement officials across the region have seen a rise in vehicle break-ins, largely due to the rise in opiate use. Heroin and opiate addiction continues to be at an all-time high across the country, and unfortunately many addicts turn to a…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 28, 2017): The Ocean City Police Department Narcotics Unit and the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team recently executed a search warrant in Bishopville, MD that led detectives to discover a significant marijuana distribution operation. Earlier this year, detectives began an investigation into a Socrates G. Pikounis, 52, of Bishopville, for…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (October 3, 2017): Thousands of car enthusiasts will soon be arriving in Ocean City for Endless Summer Cruisin’ set to begin October 5. The Ocean City Police Department would like to remind visitors of several traffic regulations and local ordinances in anticipation of the event. Common traffic violations officers see during…
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To the citizens of Ocean City: Ocean City is a vibrant tourist destination known for our beautiful beaches, family friendly events, great dining and amenities, and our safe, clean community. Tourism is the foundation of our economy and we pride ourselves on welcoming everyone to enjoy our beautiful city. At the same time, we expect…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (October 1, 2017): The Ocean City Police Department Traffic Safety Unit is currently investigating a pedestrian collision involving a marked Ocean City Police patrol vehicle that occurred on September 29, 2017, at approximately 9:30 p.m. at the intersection of 56th Street and Coastal Highway. The pedestrian, a 26-year-old male of Connecticut,…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 28, 2017): The Ocean City Police Department is asking residents and visitors that believe they may be a victim of theft from their vehicle to report it following an investigation that resulted in the recovery of several items of stolen property. Between September 13 and 21, 2017, several reports of…
DetailsOCEAN CITY, MD – (September 27, 2017): After nearly three decades of service to the citizens of Ocean City, Lieutenant Todd Wood will retire on September 30 from the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD). Lt. Wood began his career with the OCPD as a Police Cadet in September 1989. He then worked as a Police…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 25, 2017): Between the dates of August 16 and 18, 2017, officers received reports of three stolen automobiles. In each case, there were no signs of forced entry and it is believed that the owners left the keys inside the vehicles. Each of the three vehicles were located in a…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 20, 2017): While the annual H2O International event has been cancelled, the Ocean City Police Department continues to anticipate a large number of car enthusiasts in the resort beginning Monday, September 25 through Sunday, October 1. Police plan to continue a proactive enforcement strategy with no tolerance for unsafe moving…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 18, 2017): On Wednesday, September 27, residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a cup of coffee with Ocean City Police Department officers at Dunkin Donuts located at 11901 Coastal Highway. Attendees will have an opportunity to chat with officers over coffee from 7:30 a.m. until 9 a.m. This community…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 18, 2017): The Ocean City Police Department recently conducted a human trafficking operation in the resort town with assistance from the Worcester County Criminal Enforcement Team, the Maryland State Police, and Homeland Security Investigations. During the course of the operation, conducted September 14th, 15th, and 16th, detectives arrested the following…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 7, 2017): The Ocean City Police Department has filed charges against the suspect involved in last week’s hit and run collision involving a bicyclist. The collision occurred Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at approximately 3 a.m. in the area of 2nd Street and Philadelphia Avenue. The bicyclist, Veronika Badurova, 21, of…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 1, 2017): As summer vacation ends and Worcester County students return to the classroom, the Ocean City Police Department is reminding drivers to be cautious while traveling near school busses. School busses should be expected on the roadways of Ocean City between 7 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. then again between…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (August 30, 2017): The Ocean City Police Department is currently investigating a hit & run collision involving a bicyclist that occurred in the early morning hours of Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at approximately 3 a.m. in the area of 2nd Street and Philadelphia Avenue. The bicyclist, a 21-year-old female J-1 student…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (August 24, 2017): The Ocean City Police Department has concluded the investigation into the death of Ashley O’Connor. O’Connor, a 30-year-old vacationer of Plano, Texas, was found on the beach in the early morning hours of Monday, July 31, in the area of 2nd Street. After an exhaustive investigation, detectives have…
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