For the first time in history, the Seat Pleasant Police Department has four female police officers on duty. This is a notable feat for the City of Seat Pleasant, especially in a profession where women are underrepresented. The department is proud to currently have these officers/recruit officers with the team to include Sergeant Lela Singleton, Officer Andrea Durant-Smith, Recruit Jasmine Chase, and Recruit Edwine Toussaint. All four of these women are currently at different phases of their careers with varying perspectives.
Sergeant Singleton started with the Seat Pleasant Police Department in November 2021, but has been a police officer for nearly two decades. Sergeant Singleton is a longtime resident of Prince George's County. As an African American woman in law enforcement, she makes it her mission to make sure her community is safe. She has accomplished a lot in her career, including training officers and attending leadership and investigations school. She is a role model for other officers, especially women.
This is an important milestone for the department, and we would like to invite members of the media to join us on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, for an interview with Chief Martin, Sergeant Singleton, Officer Durant-Smith, Recruit Chase, and Recruit Toussaint. Included with the interview will be an opportunity to ride along with Sergeant Singleton in her police vehicle and access to still photos and video of highlights throughout her career.
For more information, contact PIO Nicholas Griffith at (240) 585-0600.
Who: Chief Devan Martin, Sergeant Lela Singleton, Officer Andrea Durant-Smith, Recruit Jasmine Chase, and Recruit Edwine Toussaint
When: Wednesday, March 23, 2022 Time: 12:00 p.m.
Where: Seat Pleasant Police Department Headquarters - 6011 Addison Road Seat Pleasant, Maryland 20743
