Patrick Herron, Author at The MoCo Show

Fryer’s Roadside to Reopen Next Week

Published December 2, 2022 at 3:16PM

Fryer’s Roadside first opened in 2021, serving fried chicken, sides, soft-serve ice cream and snowballs to the Montgomery County community. After a year, previous ownership announced that the eatery was available for sale, prompting Chef Reavis and Meltzer to purchase the restaurant in September 2022. Chef Reavis, who grew up eating Southern cooking in a small southeastern Virginia town, has thoughtfully overhauled the menu which now features reimagined versions of some Fryer’s favorites alongside unique new additions.

New and improved gluten-free and halal Southern fried chicken options will be front and center including Chicken Tenders, Fried Chicken, and a Fried Chicken Sandwich (served on a Challah roll and topped with dill pickles and coleslaw), all available in classic, spicy and smokin’ hot spice levels. Chef Reavis’ recipes feature beloved regional seasoning, Old Bay, in addition to a combination of all-purpose flour and potato starch to achieve a uniquely light and crispy texture. Guests can also look forward to additional fried offerings new to the Fryer’s concept such as Catfish Nuggets and a Whole Fried Chicken.

Rockville

Detectives Investigating Serious Collision Involving 65-Year-Old Bicyclist

By Patrick Herron

Published December 2, 2022 at 3:04PM

The preliminary investigation by detectives has determined that for reason still under investigation the bicyclist entered the southbound lanes of Rockville Pike and was struck by a black 2015 Mercedes GLK350 traveling southbound. The driver of the Mercedes remained on scene.

Silver Spring

Update: Friday Morning Shooting Now Being Investigated as Homicide

By Patrick Herron

Published December 2, 2022 at 1:30PM

According to MCPD, the adult male victim that was shot early this morning in Silver Spring has been pronounced deceased and the incident is now being investigated as a homicide. Per MCPD: “On Friday, December 2, 2022, at approximately 3:05 a.m., 2nd District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the 8500 block of 16th St. for the report of a shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim with an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital with life threatening injuries. The suspect has not been apprehended. At this time, investigators believe that this is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the community.”

Chevy Chase

Man Arrested and Charged with Series of Pickpocket Thefts; Possibility of Additional Victims a Concern

By Patrick Herron

Published December 2, 2022 at 12:15PM

Per MCPD: Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 2nd District Patrol Services and Patrol Investigations Unit have arrested 71-year-old Arthur Earnest Kelly, of Washington, D.C., with a series of pickpocket thefts that occurred between April and September 2022 at several locations in Montgomery County.

The investigation by detectives has revealed that the suspect waited for the elderly victims to get distracted while in grocery stores in order to steal their wallets and use their credit cards to purchase items at other stores. Through the investigation, detectives identified the suspect as Arthur Earnest Kelly. Detectives obtained arrest warrants for Kelly, charging him with theft scheme and credit card larceny related charges. On Friday, September 30, 2022, Kelly was arrested in Chevy Chase. Detectives also executed a search warrant of Kelly’s vehicle, where items of evidentiary value were recovered.

MDLottery

MoCo Woman Forgets Hiding Spot for $50,000-Winning Scratch-off

By Patrick Herron

Published December 2, 2022 at 10:14AM

A Silver Spring woman is $50,000 richer after purchasing a Family Feud scratch-off at Kemp Mill Beer, Wine & Deli at 1339 Lamberton Drive in Silver Spring. The lucky winner claimed her prize this week after forgetting where she had hid the winning ticket in her home several months back. Full story below courtesy of the Maryland Lottery:

Talk about feeling relieved! A 41-year-old Montgomery County player thought she was running out of time to claim a $50,000 prize on the FAMILY FEUD® scratch-off game. Even worse, she couldn’t remember where she hid the lucky instant ticket many months ago.

Silver Spring

Police Investigating Early Morning Shooting

By Patrick Herron

Published December 2, 2022 at 8:28AM | Updated December 2, 2022 at 1:39PM

Update: According to MCPD, the adult male victim that was shot early this morning in Silver Spring has been pronounced deceased and the incident is now being investigated as a homicide.

Montgomery County Police are investigating a shooting that occurred early Friday morning in Silver Spring. According to MCPD, “On Friday, December 2, 2022, at approximately 3:05 a.m., 2nd District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the 8500 block of 16th St. for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male victim with an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was transported to an area hospital with life threatening injuries.

Wheaton

MCPD Respond to Attempted Armed Robbery; Three Suspects in Custody

By Patrick Herron

Published December 1, 2022 at 6:30PM

Montgomery County Police responded to an incident Thursday afternoon in the area of Westfield Wheaton Mall (11160 Veirs Mill Rd) in Wheaton. According to MCPD, “at approximately 3:15 p.m., 4th District officers responded to the 11100 block of Veirs Mill Rd. for the report of an assault. Upon arrival, officers determined an attempted armed robbery had occurred. At this time, three suspects are in custody. No injuries were reported. A weapon was located on one of the suspects. This is an active and ongoing investigation.” We will post an update when additional information becomes available.

WHEATON PURSUIT + GUN RECOVERY: ~3:10PM Thursday, weapons complaint at Wheaton Mall near the JCPenney (Wheaton, MD). MCP Wheaton Officers already nearby immediately responded. After brief foot chase, 3 suspects detained & at least 2 guns recovered along Cobble Hill Terrace.

Maryland

Maryland Awarded $20,000 Grant to Give Rideshare Credits During Holiday Season

By Patrick Herron

Published December 1, 2022 at 5:33PM

Per MDOT: For the second year, the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s (MDOT MVA) Highway Safety Office has received a grant from the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) to provide rideshare credits to Marylanders to help them Be the Make A Plan Driver and choose an alternative to driving impaired. Through the partnership funded by GHSA, Lyft, and Responsibility.org, 4,000 Lyft ride credits, each worth $5, will be available during the holiday season. Maryland is one of four states awarded the grant.

“Once again, we’re making the choice easy to be the driver who makes a plan and arranges a sober ride home,” said Governor Hogan. “No one should lose a loved one this holiday season, or ever, due to someone’s selfish choice to drive impaired. I encourage all drivers to make a plan for a sober ride home and save a life.”

Bethesda

Detectives Asking for Public’s Assistance Locating Missing Bethesda Woman

By Patrick Herron

Published December 1, 2022 at 3:11PM

Alston is five-feet, 2-inches tall and weighs 105 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. Police and family are concerned for her welfare. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Kimberly Alston is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line). Callers may remain anonymous.

Health

Maryland Department of Health Launches Program to Reduce Suicides Among Maryland Service Members, Veterans

By Patrick Herron

Published December 1, 2022 at 2:37PM

Per the State or Maryland: The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) today fully launched the Trained Military Assistance Provider (TMAP) Program, a new initiative to reduce suicides and increase lethal-means safety for service members and veterans. Developed by the Maryland Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide Among Service Members, Veterans and their Families, this training is free to all Maryland-based primary care staff. The initiative was first launched as a pilot program in 10 Maryland primary care practices.

“Maryland’s service members and veterans benefit from specially targeted medical and mental health care,” said MDH Secretary Dennis R. Schrader (CAPT, U.S. Navy, Retired). “With this new resource, we aim to reach providers and practices and let them know we have the information and the tools to help this population before they reach a crisis.”

Gaithersburg

Detectives Investigate Series of Credit Union Frauds Committed by the Same Suspect; Photo of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published December 1, 2022 at 1:03PM

The investigation by detectives has revealed that the suspect presented fraudulent driver’s licenses at several credit unions to obtain funds from credit union members’ accounts. The credit unions were located in Silver Spring and Gaithersburg and also in the state of Pennsylvania. Detectives reviewed the surveillance cameras of the credit unions and obtained a photo of the suspect.