Ocean City Police Preparations Continue Despite Event Relocating
OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 19, 2018): While the official H2O International event has been moved to another city, the Ocean City Police Department continues to anticipate a number of car enthusiasts in the resort beginning Monday, September 24 through Sunday, September 30. After experiencing several years of disruptive behavior, police plan to continue a…
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OCPD Mounted Unit Excel at Regional Horse Show
OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 10, 2018): The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) Mounted Unit recently competed in the Military Riding Showcase and Mounted Police Competition at the Maryland State Fair, presented by Horses Healing Maryland’s Military with the Maryland Horse Industry Board. Cpl. Chip Green and Ofc. Jessica Johnson represented OCPD in the competition…
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School Busses Return to Ocean City Roadways
OCEAN CITY, MD – (September 4, 2018): Summer break has come to an end for Worcester County students and school buses have returned to the morning commute. Citizens should expect to see school buses on Ocean City roadways between 7 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. then again between 2:45 p.m. and 4 p.m. to pick-up and…
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OCEAN CITY, MD – (August 29, 2018): Chief Ross Buzzuro of the Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) is proud to announce the promotion of Lieutenant Elton “JR” Harmon to the rank of Captain. Captain Harmon will fill the position of Support Services Division Commander, formerly held by Retired Captain Greg Guiton. Captain Harmon, originally from…
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Worcester County Law Enforcement Agencies to Co-Host Citizens Police Academy
OCEAN CITY, MD – (August 15, 2018): The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) has made exciting changes to their longstanding Citizens Police Academy and is now hosting the academy in partnership with the Ocean Pines Police Department, Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police Berlin Barracks. This partnership will give participants a unique look…
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Arrest Made in Church Embezzlement Case
OCEAN CITY, MD – (August 3, 2018): An employee of an Ocean City church was arrested in July after church officials discovered she had embezzled a large amount of money over the course of nearly one year. On May 15, 2018, officers were called to the St. George Greek Orthodox Church, located at 8805 Coastal…
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Businesses Reminded of Handbill Ordinance, Local Business Employees Cited $1,000
OCEAN CITY, MD – (August 1, 2018): The Ocean City Police Department is conducting an investigation into the illegal distribution of restaurant menus at several hotels throughout the resort. During the course of this investigation, officers have cited two employees of White House Pizza located at 15th Street with a fine amount of $1,000. This…
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OCPD Accepting Applications for Citizens Police Academy
OCEAN CITY, MD – (July 24, 2018): The Ocean City Police Department is currently accepting applications for Citizens Police Academy, scheduled to begin Tuesday, September 11. Classes will take place every Tuesday for ten weeks at 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Citizens Police Academy is not only for citizens that wish to see the inner…
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Ocean City Police Hosting First Testing Date for 2019 Season on August 1
OCEAN CITY, MD – (July 16, 2018): The Ocean City Police Department will hold their first testing date for prospective 2019 seasonal employees on August 1 at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center located at 4001 Coastal Highway. Doors will open at 7 a.m. and testing will begin promptly at 8 a.m. Positions being considered…
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June Boardwalk Undercover Narcotics Operations Results in 31 Arrests
OCEAN CITY, MD – (July 10, 2018): The Ocean City Police Criminal Investigation Division’s Narcotics & Vice Unit recently completed multiple drug enforcement buy-bust operations during the month of June in downtown Ocean City. These undercover operations ultimately led to 31 total arrests, including 18 felonies. During the course of these operations, 17 individuals were…
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Special Enforcement Unit, Patrol Complete June Boardwalk Operations with 61 Arrests
OCEAN CITY, MD – (July 10, 2018): The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) Criminal Investigation Division’s Special Enforcement Unit recently completed multiple plain-clothes operations in partnership with the OCPD Patrol Division. These operations focused on addressing crime at and around Ocean City’s most populated area – the Boardwalk. During the plain-clothes operations, detectives were focused…
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Officers Charge Two in Arcade Theft Investigation
OCEAN CITY, MD – (July 9, 2018): On Sunday, June 24, 2018, Ocean City police were dispatched to an arcade in the area of Worcester Street and the Boardwalk for a report of a theft from an arcade game. Surveillance footage from earlier that day showed the suspects breaking into and stealing up to $500…
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Coffee with Cops Event Scheduled for Wednesday, July 18
OCEAN CITY, MD – (July 5, 2018): On Wednesday, July 18, residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a cup of coffee with the Ocean City Police Department at Coffee Beanery located at 7th Street and the Boardwalk (701 N. Atlantic Avenue). The event will take place from 8 to 10 a.m. Attendees will have…
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Virginia Teens Arrested for Weapons and Drugs
OCEAN CITY, MD – (July 2, 2018): On Friday, June 29, 2018, Ocean City police on uniformed bicycle patrol in the ocean block of North Division Street were approached by three teenage males in a vehicle inquiring about parking. The males had just entered Ocean City via Route 50 before encountering police. The officers immediately…
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Reminder: Pay By Plate Parking Enforced at Inlet Parking Lot, Streets & Municipal Lots
Ocean City, Maryland – (July 2, 2018): As our summer season swings in to high gear, the Town of Ocean City is reminding our visitors that paid parking throughout the resort town is being enforced. More specifically, the town’s Pay By Plate system in the Inlet Parking Lot is automated and camera enforced. For visitors…
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