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Peter Newsham

@chiefnewsham

Chief of Police

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Hoping to take a #trip in the warmer weather? Before you start planning, know that some #scammers set up websites advertising free or cheap travel deals. Learn to spot these scammy sites & other schemes designed to steal your money & personal info. consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alert… FTC

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#PWCPD’s #CrimePrevention Unit will host a presentation on our #CommunityWatch program on Wednesday, June 25, at 6:30 p.m. Participants will learn how to work with us to keep their neighborhoods safer. The free presentation will be at our Western District Station in #Manassas.

#PWCPD’s #CrimePrevention Unit will host a presentation on our #CommunityWatch program on Wednesday, June 25, at 6:30 p.m. Participants will learn how to work with us to keep their neighborhoods safer. The free presentation will be at our Western District Station in #Manassas.
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Free #IndependenceDay Lyft Rides on July 4th! Offered by Washington Regional Alcohol Program WRAP.org, the 2025 Independence Day SoberRide® program will be in operation from 4PM Friday, July 4th until 4AM on Saturday, July 5th. Stay safe & download the Lyft app to #ArriveAlive.

Free #IndependenceDay Lyft Rides on July 4th!
Offered by Washington Regional Alcohol Program <a href="/WRAP_org/">WRAP.org</a>, the 2025 Independence Day SoberRide® program will be in operation from 4PM Friday, July 4th until 4AM on Saturday, July 5th. Stay safe &amp; download the <a href="/lyft/">Lyft</a> app to #ArriveAlive.
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In an effort to deter or catch thieves & recover stolen #CatalyticConverters, #PWCPD is partnering with G & C Tire & Auto Service in #Manassas. We invite residents to bring your vehicle & have your catalytic converter etched #FREE of charge. See you Saturday, June 28 from 9AM-2PM

In an effort to deter or catch thieves &amp; recover stolen #CatalyticConverters, #PWCPD is partnering with G &amp; C Tire &amp; Auto Service in #Manassas. We invite residents to bring your vehicle &amp; have your catalytic converter etched #FREE of charge.
See you Saturday, June 28 from 9AM-2PM
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PROTECT YOUR RIDE: #PWCPD Chief Newsham & fellow law enforcement partners provide tips to prevent auto theft. Learn more: pwcva.gov/police Thank you #PWCSO, Manassas City Police, Manassas Park Police Department, #DumfriesPD, #HaymarketPD, #OccoquanPD, #QuanticoPD & VA State Police.

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#AutismAwareness: Children on the #autism spectrum may exhibit behavioral characteristics that threaten their safety such as: • Being unable to respond to searchers when their name is called For more info & free resources, visit National Center for Missing & Exploited Children's website: missingkids.org/theissues/auti… #PWCPD

#AutismAwareness: Children on the #autism spectrum may exhibit behavioral characteristics that threaten their safety such as:
• Being unable to respond to searchers when their name is called
For more info &amp; free resources, visit <a href="/NCMEC/">National Center for Missing & Exploited Children</a>'s website: missingkids.org/theissues/auti… #PWCPD
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#PTSDAwarenessDay It's normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after a #traumatic event. It may be hard to do normal daily activities, like go to work, go to school, or spend time with people you care about. Learn more: ptsd.va.gov/understand/wha…

#PTSDAwarenessDay
It's normal to have upsetting memories, feel on edge, or have trouble sleeping after a #traumatic event. It may be hard to do normal daily activities, like go to work, go to school, or spend time with people you care about.
Learn more: ptsd.va.gov/understand/wha…
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On behalf of #PWCPD & Virginia Works, join our REGIONAL #CAREER FAIR on July 12, 2025, from 10AM – 2PM at 2700 Potomac Mills Circle, #Woodbridge, VA. (Outside between the mall & #IKEA.) Come talk with a #recruiter about taking that next step! Visit: JoinPWCPD.org

On behalf of #PWCPD &amp; Virginia Works, join our REGIONAL #CAREER FAIR on July 12, 2025, from 10AM – 2PM at 2700 Potomac Mills Circle, #Woodbridge, VA. (Outside between the mall &amp; #IKEA.)
Come talk with a #recruiter about taking that next step! 
Visit: JoinPWCPD.org
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Today, #PWCPD celebrates 55 years of service! Thank you to our members for your #dedication to saving lives. You have served with heart, #protected with purpose & your contributions have incalculable value. To our residents, it is our #honor to serve you. youtube.com/watch?v=S8pEto…

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Congratulations FSGT Christopher on your service for more than 22 years! We commend you for your exceptional service to #PWCPD & the community. Your integrity, strong decision-making, problem-solving abilities & courage has motivated many. Enjoy #retirement! Safety to you always.

Congratulations FSGT Christopher on your service for more than 22 years!
We commend you for your exceptional service to #PWCPD &amp; the community. Your integrity, strong decision-making, problem-solving abilities &amp; courage has motivated many. Enjoy #retirement! Safety to you always.
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. Peter Newsham & Major Pavol welcomed 3 new #PWCPD officers as part of the Option 5 Out-of-State Lateral Program. Each brings years of experience from fellow law enforcement agencies & we are pleased they have chosen us to continue in their distinguished #careers. #JoinPWCPD

. <a href="/ChiefNewsham/">Peter Newsham</a> &amp; Major Pavol welcomed 3 new #PWCPD officers as part of the Option 5 Out-of-State Lateral Program. Each brings years of experience from fellow law enforcement agencies &amp; we are pleased they have chosen us to continue in their distinguished #careers. #JoinPWCPD
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#Scammers are impersonating local law enforcement. Have you gotten a call that looks like it’s from your local PD? Scammers are faking caller ID to impersonate local law enforcement, hoping to get you to pay. Learn how this #scam works & avoid it. Visit: consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alert…

#Scammers are impersonating local law enforcement.
Have you gotten a call that looks like it’s from your local PD? Scammers are faking caller ID to impersonate local law enforcement, hoping to get you to pay. Learn how this #scam works &amp; avoid it.
Visit: consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alert…
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Thanks to everyone who came out to our #CatalyticConverter #etching event last Saturday & helped make it a success. Shoutout to G & C Tire & Auto Service for partnering with us again in our effort to deter or catch thieves & recover stolen catalytic converters. #CrimePrevention

Thanks to everyone who came out to our #CatalyticConverter #etching event last Saturday &amp; helped make it a success. Shoutout to G &amp; C Tire &amp; Auto Service for partnering with us again in our effort to deter or catch thieves &amp; recover stolen catalytic converters. #CrimePrevention
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Looking for a way to keep cool on July 12th? Come out to the #PrinceWilliam #IceCenter on Dale Blvd in #Woodbridge & help cheer us on as #PWCPD takes on our colleagues of PWC Fire & Rescue in a friendly charity #hockey fundraiser. Admission is FREE.

Looking for a way to keep cool on July 12th? Come out to the #PrinceWilliam #IceCenter on Dale Blvd in #Woodbridge &amp; help cheer us on as #PWCPD takes on our colleagues of <a href="/PWCFireRescue/">PWC Fire & Rescue</a> in a friendly charity #hockey fundraiser. Admission is FREE.
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Prince William County Fire Marshal’s Office suggests the following #fireworks safety tips in the below image. Remember to please be mindful of your neighbors & pets that live in your #community. Have a safe #IndependenceDay. - #PWCPD PWC Fire & Rescue

Prince William County Fire Marshal’s Office suggests the following #fireworks safety tips in the below image.
Remember to please be mindful of your neighbors &amp; pets that live in your #community.  Have a safe #IndependenceDay. - #PWCPD <a href="/PWCFireRescue/">PWC Fire & Rescue</a>
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ATTEMPT TO ID: Detectives are seeking the public’s help identifying the man who, on July 2, was in Miniso at Potomac Mills where he is believed to have taken inappropriate photos of a teenage girl. Please contact police if you know this person or have info about the incident.

ATTEMPT TO ID: Detectives are seeking the public’s help identifying the man who, on July 2, was in Miniso at Potomac Mills where he is believed to have taken inappropriate photos of a teenage girl. Please contact police if you know this person or have info about the incident.
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PWC Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth announces the successful #prosecution of Traivon Johnson, 29, arising from the March 2021 homicide of Kalin Robinson. See the image for more information.

PWC Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth announces the successful #prosecution of Traivon Johnson, 29, arising from the March 2021 homicide of Kalin Robinson. See the image for more information.
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#WEATHER ALERTS: Heat Advisory in effect from July 8, 01:00 PM until July 8, 07:00 PM Flood Watch in effect from July 8, 02:00 PM until July 9, 12:00 AM #StayCool #TrafficSafety

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#DrugAwareness Some parents find it difficult to talk with their #children about alcohol and other #drugs. But it is important to teach them about these substances and about your expectations if they are offered drugs. For tips and more information, visit: getsmartaboutdrugs.com

#DrugAwareness
Some parents find it difficult to talk with their #children about alcohol and other #drugs. But it is important to teach them about these substances and about your expectations if they are offered drugs. For tips and more information, visit:
getsmartaboutdrugs.com
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Please give serious thought to #AutoTheft Prevention Tips from #PWCPD #CrimePrevention: • Remove valuables, including firearms & secure doors & windows. • Never leave spare keys near the vehicle. • Park in well-lit areas at night. More info in the image: #CallUs 703-792-6500

Please give serious thought to #AutoTheft Prevention Tips from #PWCPD #CrimePrevention:
• Remove valuables, including firearms &amp; secure doors &amp; windows.
• Never leave spare keys near the vehicle.
• Park in well-lit areas at night.  More info in the image: #CallUs 703-792-6500