Prince George’s County marked National Night Out with conversations on building trust between police and the community.

Police Chief George Nader, community leader Delton Turman, and youth mentor Charles Thomas discussed safety, partnerships, and youth engagement. Chief Nader emphasized that strong community relationships are essential to crime prevention, noting that partnerships must grow into genuine connections.
Turman explained how his leadership council serves as a bridge between residents and law enforcement, but called for better outreach so more neighbors attend safety meetings. Thomas stressed honest communication with young people, helping them understand consequences, and creating positive programs.

The chief also addressed social media’s role in policing, recruitment challenges, and the need to address domestic violence through education and services. On youth safety, he cited curfews, parental involvement, and school resource officers as key tools. All agreed that visibility, approachability, and consistent engagement are critical to a safer community.