Detectives from the Gaithersburg Police Department – Investigative Section are investigating a stabbing that occurred in the 500 block of Girard Street in Gaithersburg around 9pm. According to police, the suspect matches the description of a pedestrian who was struck and killed by a train on Thursday night.
Per Gaithersburg Police, “On Thursday, February 22, 2024 at approximately 8:59 p.m., officers from the Gaithersburg Police Department and Montgomery County Police Department responded to 500 block of Girard Street for the report of a stabbing that just occurred. Officers located a 51-years-old female victim suffering from lacerations. Officers provided first-aid until Fire and Rescue personnel arrived and transported her to an area hospital in critical condition. The suspect, an adult male, fled the scene prior to police arrival.
At 9:37 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of E. Diamond Avenue and Railroad Street for the report of a pedestrian struck. The description of the pedestrian matched that of the suspect involved in the stabbing.
Any inquiries about the pedestrian struck should be directed to the Montgomery County Police – Public Information Office. Both incidents remain an active investigation.
Investigators ask that anyone with information about this stabbing to contact the Gaithersburg Police – Investigative Section at 301-258-6400. Those who wish to remain anonymous may call the Gaithersburg Tip Line at 301-330-4471.”