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Published February 2, 2023 at 10:25PM

Per Prince George’s County Police: “The Prince George’s County Police Department is actively investigating a 13-year-old student at William Wirt Middle School in the unincorporated section of Hyattsville for bringing a loaded gun onto school property.

At approximately 11:40 am, a student alerted School Security that the 13-year-old was in possession of the gun while on school property. School Security located the student who admitted to bringing the gun to school but advised that he placed the handgun inside of a classroom. The loaded gun was recovered from a classroom drawer.

Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: A Joint Statement from Governor Wes Moore and the Baltimore Orioles

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 9:42PM

Per the State of Maryland (2.1.23): Today, Governor Wes Moore and the Baltimore Orioles announced their joint commitment to creating a long-term, multi-decade, public-private partnership that both develops and revitalizes the Camden Yards complex as a magnet for sports tourism and leverages Maryland taxpayers’ investment in the property. Governor Moore and the Orioles look forward to continuing the conversation about the next evolution of this critical partnership for Maryland and the City of Baltimore.

Since 1992, Oriole Park has hosted more than 2,500 events, welcoming nearly 75 million fans and generating more than $10 billion in economic impact for the benefit of both the City of Baltimore and the State of Maryland. Under legislation passed by the General Assembly last year, a new lease agreement will unlock $600 million in funding for upgrades and improvements to Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The entire Orioles organization will continue to dedicate the necessary time and resources to ensure a shared vision for a reimagined Camden Yards site and revitalized surrounding downtown Baltimore area.

Gaithersburg

MCFRS Respond to Fire at Sardi’s in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 8:31PM | Updated February 3, 2023 at 7:04AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at the Sardi’s Pollo A La Brasa restaurant at 430 N Frederick Ave in Gaithersburg on Thursday around 6pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, there was a fire in the restaurant’s ductwork and the sprinkler system was activated. The fire has been contained and there are no reported injuries. The building inspector, code enforcement, and health inspector have been notified. We will post an update when additional information is available.

Per Gaithersburg Police: “Traffic Alert – N Frederick Avenue traffic incident closes all lanes of N Frederick Avenue (MD 355) between Odenhal Avenue and Dalamar Street. Expect significant delays. Seek alternate route.”

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Published May 18, 2026 at 10:45AM

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Germantown

Update: 16-Year-Old Shot in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 8:08PM

Officers located a 16-year-old male with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was taken to an area hospital in critical condition. Two possible suspects were seen running from the area of the shooting. There is no one in custody.

This is active and ongoing investigation and police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. More information will be released when it is available.”

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May 23, 2026 9:00 am -12:00 pm

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Germantown

MCPD on the Scene of Shooting in Germantown Thursday Evening

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 6:32PM

Montgomery County Police are on scene of a shooting in the 13300 block of Demetrias Way. One person has been transported to an area hospital. No suspect is in custody at this time. Police believe this is an isolated event.#MCPD #MCPNews #IncidentAlert pic.twitter.com/xwe9nj3kRV

— Montgomery County Department of Police (@mcpnews) February 2, 2023

Wheaton

Nava Thai Has Closed

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 5:30PM

Popular Wheaton Thai restaurant Nava Thai at at 11301 Fern St. has closed. The restaurant, which was located in the old Sir Walter Raleigh building, has been open for approximately 16 years. The restaurant previously announced that it was closing back in September but decided to remain open for several more months “due to an outpouring of support” from the community.

The restaurant has been a local favorite that has been featured in various publications throughout the years. Below is an excerpt from a 2008 Washingtonian article, highlighting the fandom the restaurant quickly garnered soon after opening in Wheaton.

Wheaton

Detectives From Special Investigations Unit are Asking For Public’s Assistance in Locating Missing 15-Year Old

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 5:05PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating, Emerson Joel Funes Marquez, a missing 15-year-old from Wheaton. Funes Marquez was last seen on Thursday, February, 2, 2023 at approximately 2:30 p.m., in the 11900 block of Lafayette Drive.

Funes Marquez is 5-feet, 5-inches to 5-feet, 6-inches tall and weighs approximately 130 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a gray t-shirt, khaki cargo pants and white slides. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

Beyond MoCo

Beyond MoCo: Maryland State Police Seeks Assistance In Identifying Pedestrian Injured In Prince George’s County Crash

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 5:04PM

Per MCPD: Maryland State Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a male pedestrian who was struck by a vehicle Tuesday evening in Prince George’s County. The male is described as Hispanic, approximately 25 to 35 years old, approximately 5 feet, 5 inches tall and weighing 150 pounds. He was wearing black jeans, black sneaker and a black hooded sweatshirt at the time of the crash.

Shortly before 6:25 p.m. on Jan. 31, troopers from the Maryland State Police College Park Barrack responded to the area of northbound Baltimore Avenue (US Route 1) in the area of Powder Mill Road in Beltsville, Maryland for a report of a pedestrian-involved crash.

Germantown

Suspect Arrested in Connection With Germantown Shooting

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 4:23PM

At approximately 2:13 a.m., 5th District officers responded to the location for the report of a suspicious situation. Upon arrival, officers were advised that after hearing a knock at their door, the victims observed two male suspects, one armed with a handgun standing outside of their residence. The male suspect, later identified as Kelly, began to shoot at the house.

Montgomery Parks

Montgomery Parks Honored With International Digital and Video Marketing Awards

By MCS Staff

Published February 2, 2023 at 3:44PM

Montgomery Parks, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, recently received recognition from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) for excellence in digital video campaigns at the 2022 VIDDY Awards and 2023 AVA Digital Awards. The international competitions received thousands of entries from the United States and 21 other countries.

The department received two Gold VIDDY Awards in the Commercials/Ad Campaign category for its “Discover Your Happy Place” ads in English and Spanish and an Honorable Mention for the social media campaign, “Work for Montgomery Parks: Your Next Adventure Starts Here.” The group also won a Platinum AVA Award for the digital marketing campaign “Work for Montgomery Parks,” a Gold for a short-form web video on the Parks’ native plant program, and three honorable mentions for short-form videos and a web element. “We are very proud of the communications work we do at Montgomery Parks,” said Mike Riley, director of Montgomery Parks. “It’s wonderful and gratifying when that work is recognized on the international stage.”

Rockville

17-Year-Old Charged After Making Anti-Semitic Calls to Jewish Center

By Patrick Herron

Published February 2, 2023 at 2:08PM

Per MCPD: A 17-year-old Montgomery County teen is facing charges after making harassing and anti-Semitic phone calls. On Tuesday, December 20, 2022, Montgomery County Police responded to the Jewish Rockville Outreach Center, in the 11300 block of Old Georgetown Road, where they met with a staff member who reported receiving multiple calls from a person who used anti-Semitic language.

During the course of the investigation, detectives from the 2nd District Patrol Investigations Unit were able to determine the identity of the caller, a juvenile who lives in the community.