Police Report: June 7

3400 block of Rhode Island Avenue: At about 8:40 am officers issued two men criminal citations for consuming alcoholic beverages in a public place.

4200 block of Russell Avenue: At about 9:45 am officers on patrol observed a red Dodge Caravan with a damaged ignition and door locks. A check of the van through NCIC revealed that it had been reported stolen to the Prince George’s County Police on May 31st. The van was impounded for safekeeping and the owner was notified of the recovery.

3200 block of Varnum Street: At about 3 pm officers responded for the report of a domestic altercation. Their investigation revealed that a man and his nephew became involved in an argument that resulted in the nephew striking the uncle in the face and causing him serious injuries. The nephew was arrested, charged with assault and delivered to the custody of DOC in Hyattsville. The uncle was transported to Prince George’s Hospital for treatment of his injuries.

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