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Wanted Retail Theft Suspect Turns Herself In; Allegedly Involved in the Theft of $49,000 Worth of Merchandise From MoCo Stores

Published July 19, 2023 at 4:31PM | Updated July 19, 2023 at 5:48PM

Per MCPD: A 21-year-old Washington D.C. woman, wanted in connection with pack retail thefts throughout Montgomery County has turned herself in. An arrest warrant was issued for Regina Christmas for thefts that she is alleged to have committed between April 28 and June 15, 2023. Christmas was initially arrested for these crimes on Friday, June 21, 2023, and was subsequently released in Washington D.C.

On Tuesday, July 17, 2023, she turned herself in at the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit, where she is currently being held without bond. This is an active and ongoing investigation.

Bethesda

Two Men Arrested for Multiple Thefts from Autos in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 3:14PM

Per MCPD: Two men have been arrested for multiple thefts from autos in the Bethesda area that they committed on Tuesday, July 18, 2023. At approximately 3:18 a.m., 2nd District officers responded to the 8500 block of 16th Street for the report of a theft from auto in progress. The preliminary investigation revealed that two Black males, wearing all black clothing with blue rubber gloves, were walking around and attempting to open the doors of multiple cars in the area.

Upon arrival, officers located two suspects matching the description and placed them under arrest. The suspects were identified as 23-year-old Matthew Alfonso Scott Jr., of Washington D.C. and 22-year-old Manden Jervell Turner, of Hyattsville. During a search of Scott, officers located a window punch and blue latex gloves. While searching Turner, officers located a loaded black High Point 10 mm handgun and a backpack containing a stolen purse and multiple stolen wallets and bank cards.

Bethesda

‘The Roots of Modern Bethesda – Part II’ Will Be Presented Online by Montgomery History on Thursday, July 27

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 3:09PM

Per Montgomery County: The Bethesda Historical Society’s Hank Levine, who last year led a Montgomery History presentation on the development of Bethesda from 1750-1920, will advance the story of one of the County’s most prominent communities in The Roots of Modern Bethesda—Part II. The online presentation will start at 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 27.

In his original look at the evolution of Bethesda, Mr. Levine addressed the geography and advances in transportation that set the stage for the development of the community.In his continuing look at Bethesda, Mr. Levine will tell the story of how in the century after the end of World War I Bethesda became the affluent suburb and urban center of today.

Colesville

‘Summer Shady Hikes’ Will Offer Beginning Hikers Opportunities to Stay Fit and Enjoy Nature, Despite the Heat

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 3:08PM

Per Montgomery County: A series of Summer Shady Hikes organized by Montgomery Parks will help people stay active in August, despite the heat. The hikes will be especially geared to help beginning hikers. The three hikes in August, designed for ages 8-and-older, wlll take place from 6-7 p.m.

The upcoming Summer Shady Hikes schedule:

MoCo Government

‘RainScapes’ Rewards Rebate Program Application Portal Will Reopen on Aug. 1

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 3:06PM

Per Montgomery County: “RainScapes” projects are landscape or design techniques that help reduce stormwater runoff from individual properties. At times, the Montgomery County Department of environmental Protection offers rebates for projects to help defray their costs. The portal to apply for the RainScapes Rebate Program will reopen on Tuesday, Aug. 1.

RainScapes can be installed on any kind of property, but those on private, residential, institutional and/ or commercial properties may be eligible for financial assistance.

MCPD

54-Year-Old Olney Woman Dies After Collision; Police Reconstruction Unit Investigating

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 2:26PM

Per MCPD: A 54-year-old Olney woman has died following a traffic collision that occurred on Sunday, June 18, 2023. At approximately 4:10 p.m., Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Fire Rescue Personnel responded to a collision that occurred at East-West Hwy. and Blair Mill Rd.

The preliminary investigation by Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) detectives has revealed that a white 2022 Toyota Tacoma was traveling westbound on East-West Hwy., when it made a left turn and collided with an eastbound blue 2004 Toyota Sienna. The right rear passenger of the Sienna was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. On Monday, July 17, 2023, the victim died as a result of the injuries she sustained in the collision.

Bethesda

Reformation Now Open in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 12:19PM | Updated July 19, 2023 at 2:44PM

Reformation is now open at 4823 Bethesda Ave in Bethesda Row. Reformation is a “revolutionary lifestyle brand that proves that fashion and sustainability can coexist,” that combines stylish, vintage-inspired designs with sustainable practices. According to the company, “the new location marks Reformation’s first in the state of Maryland and second in the DMV area, expanding the brand’s global fleet to 41 stores. Like all Reformation stores, the Bethesda Row location incorporates natural and recyclable materials, including sustainable dressing room carpets, vintage furniture, eco-friendly fabrics, hangers made with FSC-certified wood, and reusable deadstock totes. The store will also offset 100% of its electricity usage with renewable energy.

Additionally, the store features six dressing rooms and showcases Reformation’s one-of-a-kind, tech-driven retail concept, which brings the best of its online experience to its physical doors. The result is a more customer-centric shopping experience while remaining, as always, environmentally conscious. Features include:

MCPD

Concern for Missing Woman Last Seen on July 5

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 10:38AM | Updated July 19, 2023 at 12:10PM

Detectives from the MCPD – 4th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Sarah Ann Kauffman, a missing 34-year-old. Kauffman was last seen on Wednesday, July 5, 2023. She is 5’2″, 130 lbs., and has blonde hair and hazel eyes. Kauffman may be driving a Silver Mazda with Maryland registration 5FF2582. According to police, she is known to frequent the Gaithersburg and Olney areas.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Sarah Ann Kauffman is asked to call Montgomery County Police Non- Emergency (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line).

Beyond MoCo

$4 Million and $1 Million Winning Lottery Tickets Sold Tuesday in Maryland, Two $10,000 Winning Tickets Sold in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 10:33AM

According to a representative from the Maryland lottery, a winning Mega Millions lottery ticket with the Megaplier option worth $4 million was sold at the Lobby Shop at 1 North Charles Street in Baltimore. The base prize amount for a second-tier win in Mega Millions is $1 million, and the person who bought that ticket paid an additional $1 to add the Megaplier option to the ticket, which multiplies any prizes won except the jackpot. The multiplier for last night was 4X, so it quadrupled the $1 million prize to $4 million. There was also a $1 million second-tier winning ticket (without the Megaplier) sold at National Pike Fuel at 5931 Baltimore National Pike in Catonsville.

Locally, there were two third-tier winning tickets worth $10,000 each sold in Gaithersburg: one at Watkins Mill Beer & Wine at 857 Russell Avenue; and the other at the 7-Eleven at 8946 North Westland Drive.

Crime

Detectives Investigate Home Invasion Robbery; Victim Stabbed and Zip-Tied

By Patrick Herron

Published July 19, 2023 at 9:38AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating a home invasion robbery that occurred on Monday, July 10, 2023, on Key West Avenue in Rockville. Detectives have released surveillance video of the suspects and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying them. At approximately 1:25 a.m., 1st District officers responded to the location for the report of a home invasion robbery.

The investigation by detectives has revealed the adult male victim parked his vehicle in the parking garage of the apartment complex. When the victim exited his vehicle, the suspects approached him, displayed handguns and announced the robbery. The suspects then stabbed and assaulted the victim and tied his hands behind his back with zip ties. The victim was forced into the suspects’ vehicle. The victim gave the suspects access to his apartment, where they took the safe containing an undisclosed amount of cash and jewelry before fleeing the scene.

Maryland

Governor Wes Moore Launches Maryland ActNow Campaign to Close the Digital Divide in Maryland

By Patrick Herron

Published July 18, 2023 at 10:42PM

Gov Wes Moore ActNow Press Conference

Per the State of Maryland: Governor Wes Moore today launched the Maryland ActNow campaign in partnership with EducationSuperHighway, reaffirming the Moore-Miller administration’s commitment to closing the digital divide by extending broadband internet access to all Marylanders and making it more affordable. The governor was joined by U.S. Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Don Graves, state and local officials, and leadership from non-profit EducationSuperHighway to illustrate the campaign partnership, part of an effort that will also deploy $267 million in federal funding to support Maryland’s broadband infrastructure.

“Access to the internet is no longer optional – it is essential and nobody should be locked out of the internet because of their income or where they live,” said Gov. Moore. “When it comes to getting folks online, our administration is very clear: we will not rest until every single Marylander has access to affordable and reliable internet. The discounts offered under this program and the investments we are making have the power to expand opportunities for Marylanders across the state. Leaving no one behind means getting everyone online.”