The police and firefighter staff shortage in Prince George’s County has gotten so bad that the police department is now traveling more than 1,500 miles to San Juan, Puerto Rico, in search of officers.
Over the past several years the county has struggled to keep up with retirements and officers quitting the force.
Currently, the Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) is down more than 300 police officers, and the fire department is looking to hire at least another 100 firefighters.
The county is now considering other incentives, including a $2,500 property tax credit. Legislation was just introduced to give a property tax credit for public safety officers whose primary residence is in Prince George’s County.
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