This morning at 2:50am, Annapolis Police responded to the 7 Eleven located at the corner of Forest Drive and Spa Road for an alarm and discovered that it had just been robbed at gunpoint.

A man entered the business and pointed a gun at one of the employees while demanding money. The man fled on foot before officers arrived. The man was wearing a black mask, navy blue hooded sweatshirt, and navy blue sweatpants. Police did not initially state if any money was taken, or how much.

This is the same 7 Eleven where an armed robbery  occurred on October 6th . No arrests have been made in that case.

UPDATE:   Crews have completed a SONAR sweep with no results. There are no immediate plans to explore the harbor any further and the Annapolis Police Department is investigating all leads.

Crews from the Anne Arundel County Dive Team, Annapolis Fire Department and the Annapolis Police Department are searching the waters near City Dock in Annapolis in hopes of finding Robert Stewart who disappeared early Friday morning.

Stewart, who works at Mills Fine Wine & Spirits failed to show up for work on Friday evening, December 6th.  According to friends and acquaintances, Stewart was last seen near City Dock around 1am on Friday.

This morning, crews were dragging the harbor with sonar devices. Initially they passed along the shoreline by the Naval Academy seawall and in and out of the slips and docks including Ego Alley. From there, the rest of the mooring field will be dragged in a grid.  According to a member of the dive team, if the sonar detects an object, they will investigate and ultimately send divers to visually determine what it is.  It is expected that this search will take most of the day, unless something is discovered.

Detective Tom Pyles of the Annapolis Police Department told us that there was no specific information indicating that Stewart may be in the water, but that they are following up and exhausting all leads. He added that is is not unreasonable to search the waters when his last known location was in the area.  Pyles said there has been no traces of Stewart since the disappearance. There have been no cell phone calls or texts, and no activity on any of the credit or debit cards of which the police are aware. Pyles indicated that it is possible that Stewart may have intentionally disappeared on his own and is unwilling to make contact. The Annapolis Police Department does not suspect any foul play in this case.

Robert Stewart is 36. Anyone with information is urged to contact Det. Tom Pyles at 410-268-9000 ext. 5765 or tnpyles@annapolis.gov .

A search party has been organized by friends of Stewart.  People are to meet tonight at 8pm at Mills Fine Wine & Spirits.

Eye On Annapolis will update this story as it develops.

On December 26, 2013, at 12:45am, Martin Marroquin Rodriguez, 34, of Annapolis and the adult male victim got in an argument at a restaurant in the1300 block of Forest Drive, about music playing on a jukebox.

When the victim was walking home he was approached by Marroquin Rodriguez who gave him a hug. While hugging him Marroquin Rodriguez stabbed him in the stomach.

A friend of the victim was also injured by a second subject who was with Marroquin Rodriguez.

Demesio Portillo Lopez, 41, of Annapolis assaulted the friend with a sharp object that cut his clothing and caused a small laceration on the man’s abdomen. The first victim was flown to Maryland Shock Trauma and had to go straight into surgery. The second victim refused medical treatment.

Marroquin Rodriguez is charged with attempted first and second degree murder, first and second degree assault, dangerous weapon with intent to injure, and reckless endangerment. He is being held at the Jennifer Road Detention Center without bond.

Portillo Lopez is charged with first and second degree assault and dangerous weapon with intent to injure. He is being held at the Jennifer Road Detention Center on $50,000 bond.

Eye On Annapolis has received several reports of a stabbing that occurred late Friday night  possibly in the first block of West Street in downtown Annapolis.

At this point, we are waiting on a response from the police for further information, but from witnesses on the scene, there was some sort of fight at or outside of Stan and Joe’s Saloon which resulted in a person being thrown through the large plate glass window of the establishment.

From other witnesses, at about the same time, police were on Main Street near the Jimmy John’s restaurant investigating what appeared to be blood on the sidewalk.

It is unknown if these two incidents are connected or if this may have involved any supporters of the University of Maryland or Marshall University. Marshall had just defeated UMD earlier in the evening at the Military Bowl.

Developing.

This is an update to an earlier story regarding a stabbing and a fight in Downtown Annapolis late Friday evening or early Saturday morning.

Main Street Stabbing

The Annapolis Police Department has released a synopsis of the stabbing that occurred on Friday night which we reported yesterday .

Larry Mason, 33, of Annapolis was arrested for cutting an adult male victim with a box cutter.  Witnesses told officers that Mason and the victim were fighting when Mason cut the victim in the chest.  The victim was driven to Baltimore Shock Trauma and was listed in critical condition.  Mason is charged with attempted first and second degree murder, first degree assault, reckless endangerment, two counts of carrying a concealed weapon, and two counts of carrying a weapon with intent to injure.  Mason is being held without bond at the Jennifer Road Detention Center.

It appears that this incident is separate from another that occurred on West Street.

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Assault Charges In West Street Incident

In that incident, an Annapolis  man was shoved through the front window of Stan & Joe’s Saloon and punched in the face by a Severna Park resident. The Severna Park man attempted to leave the scene but was detained and arrested behind the BB&T Bank on Main and Church

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Neither event appears to have been related to the Military Bowl which took place earlier in the day.

On January 2, 2014 at approximately  8:40pm, the Anne Arundel Medical Center contacted the Annapolis Police Department about a patient suffering from superficial stab wounds to the abdomen.

Detectives responded to the hospital to meet with the adult male victim.  The victim initially told them that he was injured after falling on a sharp object, but later said that he and a group of friends were walking in the area of the Eastport Bridge when they encountered another group walking towards them.

The two groups exchanged words and neither group gave ground when they passed each other.  After the groups passed the victim realized he had been stabbed.

Anne Arundel County Police Chief Kevin Davis and Anne Arundel County Public Schools Superintendent Mamie Perkins today announced a new, innovative partnership between the Anne Arundel County Police Department’s School Resource Unit, the Anne Arundel County Crisis Response System (AACRS) and the Phoenix Academy, an Annapolis school which serves special education and alternative education students in kindergarten through 12 ^th grade. Beginning this month, a School Resource Officer (SRO) from the Anne Arundel County Police Department will be assigned to the Phoenix Academy. The newly remodeled Phoenix Academy, complete with partner suites designed to facilitate collaborative teamwork by professionals of differing specialties, provides an excellent opportunity to provide SRO service consistent with the SRO assignments in 12 other County public high schools.

One of the best features of the nationally recognized Anne Arundel County Police SRO program is the consistent, crime prevention presence of fully uniformed police officers in schools each day. These officers instill a sense of safety by responding to calls for service, pro-actively patrolling school grounds, investigating crimes, and maintaining partnerships with parents, faculty and community members. Officers get to know the students, their families, the circumstances of their lives and the challenges they face. This knowledge of students allows SROs to guide families to support systems that are available to assist. The Anne Arundel County Crisis Response System is one such support system.

The mental health clinicians of the AACRS strive to operate as a preventive tool for individuals identified as having an elevated risk for emotional or mental crisis.  AACRS works closely with the Police Department to provide people with community resources needed to help them on their road to recovery. Through collaboration between the SRO, school staff and school system officials, AACRS Case Management services and other community partners, Phoenix Academy students and their families will now be linked to resources outside of school that help students be more available to learn while in school. The goal is to allow students to feel successful and confident in their academic environment by diverting possible crisis situations, both at home and in school, before they occur.

“This new partnership with the Phoenix Academy, coupled with SRO staffing realignment to regionalize SROs among 19 public middle schools, will provide enhanced resources to more students throughout the County,” said Anne Arundel County Police Chief Kevin Davis. “The philosophy of having uniformed police officers who help guide and counsel students has resulted in continual decreases in overall crime in our schools.”

Said Superintendent Perkins: “Anne Arundel County Public Schools has worked closely with the Police Department for many years to enhance the safety and security of students and staff and to put resources in place to assist children and families. Our collaboration with the Police Department is second to none, and this initiative is another excellent example of that ongoing partnership. I thank Chief Davis for his vision and leadership.”

Since its inception in August 2007, the Anne Arundel County Police Department’s School Resource Unit has enjoyed a partnership with Anne Arundel County Public schools that has led to our agency being recognized as a state and national model of school-based policing. (Maryland Outstanding Crime Prevention Program; National Association of School Resource Officers Model Agency; School Safety Advocacy Council Award for Excellence).

Source: AACoPD

Colando Colbert, 18, of Annapolis and about nine others entered the business and started taking items from the store.  When the employee confronted Colbert, Colbert threatened him and tapped his jacket pocket insinuating he had a weapon.  Colbert was wearing a white surgical mask, but the employee recognized Colbert by his voice.

The group took 10 to 12 full boxes of candy, 5 to 6 full boxes of Slim Jims, and an unknown number of cigars and cigarillos.  The total loss to the business was $800 to $1,000.

Officers located Colbert at his residence and recovered several KitKat candy bars from the arm of his jacket.  Colbert was charged with armed robbery, theft from $1,000 to under $10,000, theft less than $1,000, and false imprisonment.  He is being held on $6,500 bond.  The investigation into the identity of the others involved continues and anyone with information is asked to call Det. Jon-Paul Hipsky at 410-268-9000 ext. 7277 or jphipsky@annapolis.gov .

Source: APD

Chief Michael Pristoop announces the formation of a new team of police officers tasked with helping neighborhoods fight crime.  This new team, the Neighborhood Enhancement Team or NET, consists of five police officers, including a sergeant.

The goals of NET are to help the community solve problems, maintain positive citizen/police relationships, increase police visibility, and conduct enforcement.  The team’s initial deployment area will be the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis communities of Harbour House and Eastport Terrace.

NET will fall under the supervision of the Commander of Special Operations.  The team is based on the “Safe Streets” model used in Boston which recognizes that violent crime is concentrated in a few small areas.  Officers will work very closely with the community to help identify and resolve problems.  The team will be proactive and flexible, enabling deployment and problem-solving strategies.  By concentrating the officers’ efforts in these areas, largely on foot patrol, the Annapolis Police Department hopes to improve neighborhood safety.

“I strongly believe foot patrol is an effective crime fighting strategy that is proactive and enhances police visibility,” said Police Chief Michael Pristoop.  “But NET will be more than that.  It should be a long-term approach to help build bridges and improve police-community trust.  Officers will be within reach of and known to the community.  Eastport is our first neighborhood for this initiative, but others may follow.”

Source: APD

Two men have been shot in Annapolis overnight.  Police have not yet issued a statement on either incident, but one shooting occurred in the Harbor House community along President Street in the City’s Eastport section and the other on Silopanna Road. Earlier this month , the Annapolis Police Department announced a new program to combat the increasing crime in the public housing communities with a focus on the Eastport Terrace and Harbor House.

Harbor House Shooting

One man is in critical condition with life-threatening injuries this morning after being shot multiple times in the 900 block of President Street in the Harbor House community in the Eastport section of the city.

Police received multiple calls around 1am this morning and are actively seeking 3 suspects who fled the scene on foot. Initially the victim was scheduled to be transported to Shock Trauma, but due to the severity of his injuries, was taken to the nearest medical center–AAMC.

From witnesses on the scene, the man was shot at least 11 times and the weapon is believed to be a 9mm.

Second Shooting On Silopanna

Earlier, police and medics responded to a shooting in the unit block of Silopanna Road for a man shot in the arm and transported to Shock Trauma. Initial reports indicate that this was related to a robbery near the rear of Bates Middle School and the Chesapeake Children’s Museum. Two black males are being sought and one is believed to be armed with a handgun, and the other with an assault-style weapon.

More details to follow when the Annapolis Police Department issues a statement.

The Annapolis Police Department has released two very brief statements on the two shootings that occurred last night .

Silopanna Road

Armed Robbery/Shooting – 201400000316 – Unit block of Silopanna Rd – 01/20 at 10pm:  A 32 year old man from Harwood was walking on the footbridge in the area when he was approached by two men.  One of the men pointed a firearm at him and demanded the victim’s belongings.  The other man displayed a knife to the victim.  The victim fought with the subject with a knife when he heard the gun go off and was shot.  The victim was shot multiple times and transported to Baltimore Shock Trauma for treatment.  The victim’s injuries are not considered life threatening.  If you have information about this shooting please contact Detective Michael Prout at 410-268-9000 ext. 7209 or msprout@annapolis.gov .

President Street

Shooting – 201400000317 – 900 block of President St – 01/21 at 12:53am:  A 36 year old man from Philadelphia was shot multiple times outside an apartment building.  He was transported to Baltimore Shock Trauma for treatment.  If you have any information about this shooting please contact Detective John Murphy at 410-268-9000 ext. 7268 or jhmurphy@annapolis.gov .

Source: APD

An adult male victim was driving on Bywater Rd around 11:00pm last night when he was flagged down by two male subjects on foot.  The victim stopped the vehicle and agreed to give the two a ride to Admiral Dr and West St.  When they arrived at their destination one of the passengers pointed a gun at the victim, the other passenger took out a knife and began poking the victim in the ribs and demanding money.  They ordered the victim to drive to the 200 block of Croll Dr where the victim gave up his wallet and car keys.  The suspect with the gun struck the victim with it on the side of his head.  Then both suspects exited the vehicle and fled the area.  The victim’s Apple iPhone 5 was also taken.  The victim had an abrasion on his forehead and a small cut between his thumb and forefinger, but he refused medical treatment.

Source: APD

The Annapolis Police Department is searching for a missing 14-year old that has been missing since last night.

Kimberly Villatoro, 14, of Annapolis was last seen walking in the area of Forest Dr near Barbud Lane last night (1/29/14) between 8:30pm and 8:45pm.  She was last seen wearing a white and grey North Face jacket, light blue jeans with holes in them, and a pair of hiking boots.  She has brown hair with blonde highlights.  Please contact the Annapolis Police Department at 410-268-9000 if you have any information about her whereabouts.

Recovered Body – 201300005999 – Unit block of Prince George St – 02/01 at 11:15pm: Officers responded for a report of a body floating in the water near the dock at the end of Prince George St. The body was identified as Robert Stewart, 36, of Annapolis. Mr. Stewart was reported missing on December 6, 2013 when he failed to show up at work. If you have any information about this incident please contact Detective Thomas Pyles at 410-268-9000 or tnpyles@annapolis.gov.

Armed Robbery – 201400000553 – Unit block of Pleasant St – 02/02 at 6:15pm: A 14 year old boy and a 13 year old girl were walking in the area when they were approached by the suspect, a 15 year old boy known to them. The suspect placed what the girl believed to be a BB gun against her head and demanded her cell phone. He took her cell phone charge cord. The 14 year old boy then wrestled the gun from the suspect’s grip. The suspect fled the area on foot and the police were called. The 14 year old turned over the air soft handgun to officers. The suspect was located and charged with armed robbery, robbery, second degree assault, reckless endangerment, and theft. The cell phone charge cord was found in his pocket. He was transported to Cheltenham Youth Facility.

Robbery – 201400000554 – Unit block of Silverwood Circle – 02/02 at 7:30pm: The adult male victim and a female friend picked up another subject known to them to attend a Super Bowl party. The three were walking in the parking lot when the victim was confronted by a man walking up to the group. The man struck the victim in the face, knocking him out. The man took $1,445 from the victim’s pocket and ran. The subject known to the victim ran off with the man who took the money.

Source: Annapolis Police Department

Good News – On 02/03 Erik Kleis, 21, of Crofton was arrested in connection with the robbery that occurred on 02/02 at 7:30pm in the unit block of Silverwood Circle. Kleis was charged with robbery, second degree assault, theft from $1,000 to under $10,000, and conspiracy to commit each of those charges. He is being held at the Jennifer Road Detention Center on $200,000 bond. If you have any information about this incident please contact Detective Deborah Sauriol-Gibris at 410-268-9000 ext. 7253 or dasauriol-gibris@annapolis.gov.

Theft from Vehicle – 201400000560 – 200 block of West St – 01/21 at 9am to 02/03 at 10am: Money was taken from an apparently unlocked vehicle.

Burglary – 201400000566 – Unit block of Carver St – 02/02 from 4pm to 10pm: An Xbox 360 game console was stolen from an unlocked apartment.

Theft – 201400000567 – 200 block of Hilltop La – 02/03 from 6:50pm to 7pm: Two locks were cut off lockers at the recreation center and items stolen. A blue Nike athletic bag containing an Acura car key, a brown jacket, and grey Nautica sweatpants was taken.

Armed Robbery – 201400000568 – 1900 block of West St – 02/03 at 8:50pm: Two men entered the business displaying handguns. Both men were wearing masks and ordered the employees to get on the ground. The men took money and fled the business on foot.

Source: Annapolis Police Department

Armed Robbery Update – 201400000568 – 1900 block of West St – 02/03 at 8:50pm: Two men entered the business displaying handguns. Both men were wearing masks and ordered the employees to get on the ground. The men took money and fled the business on foot. Both men are described as African American in their mid to late 20s. One is 5’9” to 6’0” tall, weighing 180 to 200 pounds. The other is 5’6” to 5’8” tall, weighing 150 to 170 pounds. If you have any information about this incident please contact Detective John Murphy at 410-268-9000 ext. 7268 or jhmurphy@annapolis.gov.

Theft from Boat – 201400000561 – 7300 block of Edgewood Rd – 01/31 at 8am to 02/03 at 3pm: The entry hatch was forced open, but it is unknown if anything was taken from the boat.

Burglary – 201400000564 – 900 block of Royal St – 01/30 at 7pm to 02/03 at 5:20pm: A 46” Phillips flat screen TV, a 20” flat screen TV, jewelry, and a DVD player were taken from an apparently unlocked apartment.

Theft from Vehicle – 201400000581 – 600 block of Cutter Ct – 02/03 at 5pm to 02/04 at 2:30pm: The van’s door lock was forced open and a DeWalt 12” miter saw was taken.

Theft from Vehicle – 201400000582 – 1100 block of Madison St – 02/04 from 3pm to 3:10pm: A blue cloth purse was stolen from a vehicle while the owner was unloading groceries and left the vehicle unlocked.

Theft from Vehicle – 201400000590 – Unit block of Heritage Ct – 02/03 at 6pm to 02/04 at 8am: Keys to the vehicle owner’s other vehicles were stolen from the center console of an unlocked vehicle.

Neighborhood Watch Meeting – The next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 12, from 6:30pm to 8pm at Annapolis Police Headquarters, 199 Taylor Avenue. This meeting’s topic will be “Human Trafficking in Annapolis”. Retired Detective Jeffrey Hartlove will talk about a human trafficking case involving brothels being operated in Annapolis. Food will be served so please RSVP to Sgt. Jessica Kirchner at 410-268-9000 ext. 7233 or jkirchner@annapolis.gov.

Source: Annapolis Police Department

For the fifth year in a row Annapolis crime remains at historic lows. Overall crime increased less than one third of one percent in 2013 compared to 2012, yet violent crime marked a 34 year low.

The Annapolis Police Department follows the reporting rules established by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Uniform Crime Reports (UCR). The crimes reported are classified as Part One Crimes that encompass the following: homicide, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft.

Crime reported in 2013 increased by a total of four offenses from crime reported in 2012. Violent crime, which includes homicide, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault, was reduced with seven fewer crimes reported. Unfortunately, Annapolis experienced four homicides in 2013, compared to two in 2012. Rape reports also increased in 2013 and while robbery reports increased from 2012, they are sixty-eight percent lower from 2007. Big reductions were made in aggravated assaults, with 23 fewer than 2012, the lowest number since 1979. Property crime which includes burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft increased one percent. Significant reductions of nine percent and twenty percent were seen in burglary and motor vehicle thefts, but there was an overall increase in larcenies mostly driven by an increase in thefts from vehicles.

While not a dramatic change in the overall crime rate, the 2013 crime numbers help focus the department’s efforts to better serve the public. Three out of the four homicides Annapolis experienced were domestic related. To address the rise in domestic related homicides a detective is now dedicated to all domestic related incidents. The detective’s responsibilities include investigating domestic violence reports, reaching out to victims, and improving our coordination with the States’ Attorney’s Office. The goals are to identify and stop offenders before fatal violence occurs and also to strengthen prosecution. For property crimes we recognize that more than eighty percent of the thefts from vehicles reported were vehicles left unlocked. The department plans to increase our education efforts to help the public be proactive and take precautions.

New police department initiatives like the Neighborhood Enhancement Team (NET) seek to focus our efforts in crime prevention and problem-solving in neighborhoods disproportionately affected by crime and calls for police service. NET was instituted January 16 and the team is concentrating in the Housing Authority of the City of Annapolis communities of Harbour House and Eastport Terrace. Their goals are to work with the community to solve problems, increase positive citizen/police interactions, and conduct enforcement. Using foot patrol as a strategy they will increase police visibility in the community and employ traditional and innovative police work.

Being proud of the continued effort made by the members of the Annapolis Police Department, Annapolis Police Chief Michael Pristoop credits the comparably low crime rate to their continued vigilance and attention to duty. Effective police strategy and motivations along with a high level of community involvement led to 2013 crime levels remaining at historic lows. “Our officers work hard everyday in an effort to make Annapolis a safe place to live, work, and visit,” said Chief Michael Pristoop. “This hard work, combined with effective strategies, has kept crime at historically low rates. We will continue to push and develop new strategies to tackle crime.”

“The Annapolis Police Department’s dedication to our City is evident,” Annapolis Mayor Michael Pantelides said. “I applaud Chief Pristoop and his department’s commitment to the citizens they serve and their ongoing efforts to bolster community outreach, which is paramount to crime reduction and increased public safety.”

Source: Annapolis Police Department

Theft from Vehicle – 201400000604 – 1000 block of Tallwood Rd – 02/04 at 8pm to 02/05 at 3pm:  Two headrests containing display screens, a display screen from another headrest, a Boss DVD and GPS console, and a sound system were stolen after one of the vehicle’s windows was smashed out with a hammer.

Theft of Bicycle – 201400000600 – Unit block of Dock St – 02/04 at 6pm to 02/05 at 1pm:  A light green Raleigh ten speed bicycle with a red milk crate attached to the back was stolen from the City Dock.  The bicycle was not secured.

Neighborhood Watch Meeting –  The next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 12, from 6:30pm to 8pm at Annapolis Police Headquarters, 199 Taylor Avenue.  This meeting’s topic will be “Human Trafficking in Annapolis”.  Retired Detective Jeffrey Hartlove will talk about a human trafficking case involving brothels being operated in Annapolis.  Food will be served so please RSVP to Sgt. Jessica Kirchner at 410-268-9000 ext. 7233 or jkirchner@annapolis.gov .

Source: Annapolis Police Department

Attempted Burglary – 201400000619 – 100 block of Woods Dr – 01/30 at 8pm to 02/06 at 11:20am:  Someone attempted to pry open the rear door to the residence, but was not able to get into the home.

Stolen Vehicle – 201400000629 – 1700 block of Forest Dr – 02/06 from 9:50pm to 10pm:  A black 2000 Ford Explorer, MD reg. M557569, was stolen when the owner left the vehicle in the parking lot with the engine running, the doors unlocked, and the keys in the ignition.

Update to Armed Robbery – 201400000373 – 900 block of West St – 01/24 at 12:30pm:  A man entered the business, displayed a gun, and demanded money from the employee.  He fled the area on foot.  The suspect is described as a white male with darker skin, hazel eyes, early to mid 20s, 5’8” to 5’9” tall.  The suspect left the area on foot onto West St in an unknown direction.  The suspect appears to be wearing a faded black hooded sweatshirt, maroon jeans, and black athletic shoes with white and black soles.

Source: Annapolis Police Department

Update to Shooting – 201400000199 – 700 block of Newtowne Dr – 01/13 at 7:47pm:  Devonte Simms, 19, of Annapolis was walking in the area of the 700 block of Newtowne Dr when he heard a gunshot and started running.  As he was running he heard a second gunshot and was struck once in the foot.  Simms was transported to Anne Arundel Medical Center for a non-life threatening injury.  On January 27 ^th Craig Ireland, 19, of Annapolis was charged in the shooting of Devonte Simms.

Annapolis Police Department detectives determined that earlier in the evening on January 13 ^th Devonte Simms and Craig Ireland were involved in an argument.  At that time Simms produced a gun and shot at Ireland, missing him.  Ireland fled from the area and later returned and shot Simms in the ankle.  On February 7 ^th Simms was arrested and charged with attempted first and second degree murder, first and second degree assault, reckless endangerment, handgun on person, and use of a firearm in a felony or violent crime.  He is being held at the Jennifer Road Detention Center without bond.  Anyone with information about this shooting is urged to contact Detective Charles Bealefeld at 410-268-9000 ext. 7299 or cebealefeld@annapolis.gov .

Update to Armed Robbery/Shooting – 201400000317 – 900 block of President St – 01/21 at 12:53am:  Officers located SieFullah Bridges, 36, of Philadelphia outside of the building suffering from multiple gun shot wounds.  Bridges was in the area when he was approached by three men who took his wallet.  During the robbery Bridges was shot multiple times.  Bridges was transported to Baltimore Shock Trauma for treatment.

Annapolis Police Department detectives identified Avaun Johnson, 27, of Pasadena as the shooter of SieFullah Bridges.  On February 7, 2014 detectives from the Annapolis Police Department, with the assistance of Anne Arundel County Police Department officers, arrested Johnson in Glen Burnie.  Johnson is charged with attempted first degree murder, attempted second degree murder, first and second degree assault, reckless endangerment, handgun on person, use of a firearm in a felony or violent crime, armed robbery, robbery, and theft less than $1,000.  Johnson is being held at the Jennifer Road Detention Center without bond on these charges.  If you have information about this incident please contact Detective John Murphy at 410-268-9000 ext. 7268 or jhmurphy@annapolis.gov .

Attempted Burglary – 201400000643 – 100 block of Conduit St – 01/12 at 6am to 02/07 at 5pm:  Someone attempted to force open a front facing ground floor window to the residence.  The home was not entered.

Shooting – 201400000671 – 1400 block of Tyler Av – 02/08 at 10:54pm:  The adult male victim was sitting in a vehicle when two male suspects wearing masks approached him.  Each suspect was holding a gun.  The victim and the two suspects started fighting and the victim was shot in the arm.  The wound was a shallow cut and the victim refused to go to the hospital.  If you have information about this incident please contact Detective Jon-Paul Hipsky at 410-268-9000 ext. 7277 or jphipsky@annapolis.gov .

Armed Robbery – 201400000689 – Shaw St near South St – 02/09 at 9:18pm:  Two adult men were walking in the area when two male suspects wearing masks approached them from behind.  One suspect may have had a gun and both suspects searched the victims’ pockets.  Money was taken from both victims.  The suspects fled the area on foot.  If you have information about this incident please contact Detective John Murphy at 410-268-9000 ext. 7268 or jhmurphy@annapolis.gov .

Neighborhood Watch Meeting
The next Neighborhood Watch meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 12, from 6:30pm to 8pm at Annapolis Police Headquarters, 199 Taylor Avenue.  This meeting’s topic will be “Human Trafficking in Annapolis”.  Retired Detective Jeffrey Hartlove will talk about a human trafficking case involving brothels being operated in Annapolis.  Food will be served so please RSVP to Sgt. Jessica Kirchner at 410-268-9000 ext. 7233 or jkirchner@annapolis.gov .