Full Notification

BHPD has an important message for the community!

If you see anything suspicious, please call the police at 301-352-1200, or 911. Here are some tips to keep your home safe;
•Don't place the fact you are gone on your telephone answering machine.
•Don't broadcast the fact that you'll be away on Twitter, Facebook, craigslist, in your blog or anywhere else on the Internet.
•Don't hide your keys on your property.
•A nosy neighbor is a burglar's worst enemy. Get to know your neighbors and work out an arrangement to watch each other's houses. Let them know when you will be gone and whether any deliveries are expected during your absence.
•Store jewelry and other valuables in a safe hiding place, such as a safety deposit box.
•Go through each room and write down a list of possessions, including serial numbers. Take pictures of your valuables and keep them in a safe place or with a friend or relative. This will help in the event of a burglary.
Always notify BHPD if you're going on vacation so that officers can drive by your house while they are on patrol.