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Detectives Investigate Church Burglary; Video of Suspects Released

Published December 5, 2022 at 1:00PM

At approximately 11 p.m., 2nd District officers responded to the location for the report of a burglary that just occurred. The investigation by detectives has revealed that the suspects forced entry into the church, vandalized property and left the scene. Detectives reviewed the surveillance cameras of the property and obtained video of the suspects.

Kalaii Griffin II (Walter Johnson, Class of 2013) and his Company ShredSkinz Make Shark Tank Appearance (SPOILERS)

By MCS Staff

Published December 5, 2022 at 9:48AM | Updated December 5, 2022 at 4:56PM

Kalaii Griffin II is a 2013 graduate of Walter Johnson High School in Bethesda where he was a two sport letter winner in football and wrestling. He went on to the University of Texas at El Paso, where he played Division I football and earned his B.A. in Communications. Now Griffin is the founder and CEO of ShredSkinz, the world’s first and only single use & recyclable sauna suit, and his company made an appearance on Shark Tank earlier this week (spoilers below). ‘

Kalaii explained that he created his ShredSkinz sauna suits in a way that is convenient for those using them. He has added elastic to the bottom and the wrist area and a draw string on the hood to allow those working out in a ShredSkinz suit to maximize how much they sweat. He goes on to clarify that this is not marketed as a way to lose weight, but rather as a convenient way to maximize workouts by increasing the amount of weight, ideal for cutting weight for a fight, etc. Griffin mentions his success on TIkTok, primarily due to videos of ShredSkinz users showing their sweat fall out of the suit.

Creative Outlets Arts Center Opens in Montgomery Mall

By Patrick Herron

Published December 4, 2022 at 2:21PM

Westfield Montgomery ( 7101 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda) recently gave a retail space on the upper level of the mall to local community non-profit, Creative Outlets Art Center, to further their commitment to connect with the community. Zeina Davis, Marketing Director for Westfield Montgomery tells us, “we are so honored to have such a wonderful community resource in our center. Creative Outlet’s mission of providing art as a wellness tool is a meaningful addition and have already loved working closely with the arts center on engaging and exciting art programming for families.” Creative Outlets has already made a big impact on events and programming including providing complimentary holiday crafting classes through the holiday season at the mall’s pop-up “Jingle Lounge”.

FBI Agent Found Not Guilty in 2020 Metro Shooting That Occurred in Montgomery County

By MCS Staff

Published December 3, 2022 at 1:35PM

FBI agent Eduardo Valdivia has been found not guilty by a jury on Friday after he was charged with attempted murder for an off-duty shooting that occurred on a Metro train in Bethesda on December 15, 2020.

According to Fox 5, “Valdivia was on a Red Line train near the Medical Center station in Bethesda on December 15, 2020 when a man allegedly approached him and asked for money. A confrontation developed after Valdivia said no, and the man reportedly muttered expletives while turning away. A video of the incident, released on Wednesday, shows Valdivia fire and shoot the man from close range. The man stumbles and sits in a seat while a nearby passenger moves away from the area. Both Valdivia and the man exit the train.” The man was taken to Suburban Hospital and survived. The video released, which can be seen below, has no audio.

Bethesda Winter Wonderland Takes Place on Saturday, December 3

By MCS Staff

Published December 2, 2022 at 9:53PM

Per Bethesda Urban Partnership: Celebrate the holiday season from 1-4pm at the Norfolk Avenue Streetery (corner of Norfolk and St. Elmo Avenues) in downtown Bethesda with Santa Claus, live ice sculpting, live music, face painting, games and more. Please bring a new toy for Toys for Tots.

Join us for a full afternoon of holiday fun! Activities include:

MCPD: Santa Claus to Ride Harley Through Montgomery County to Benefit The Children’s Inn at NIH

By Patrick Herron

Published December 2, 2022 at 5:04PM | Updated December 7, 2022 at 1:46PM

“The Children’s Inn at NIH is a residential “Place Like Home’’ for families with children participating in leading-edge research studies at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Maryland. The NIH Clinical Center is the nation’s premier biomedical research hospital, providing an opportunity for our residents to be partners in advancing medical discoveries and improving the health of people all over the world. While the NIH takes care of the child’s medical needs, The Inn tends to the child’s heart, soul and spirit.”

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.

CANCELLED: Cabin John Regional Park Goes to the Dogs on Saturday, Dec. 3, for ‘Holiday Barket’

By MCS Staff

Published December 2, 2022 at 10:30AM

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

Per Montgomery County: Every family member must be considered during the holidays and Montgomery Parks will enable dog owners to have outing with their pets at its free “Holiday Barket’ from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Cabin John Region Park in Bethesda. Cabin John Regional Park is located 7400 Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda. The event will be held in the picnic area across from the park’s train station. The Barket will be an opportunity for dog owners and their pets to explore a handful of small local businesses and outdoor activities. Gifts and accessories for pets will be available from vendors. Food also will be available for dog owners.

(Now Open Again) Popeyes Temporarily Closed at Montgomery Mall

By MCS Staff

Published December 2, 2022 at 8:34AM | Updated December 2, 2022 at 12:54PM

Update: Popeyes has reopened.

The Montgomery Mall food court has been without a familiar favorite recently with Popeyes remaining closed over the last few days. According to official Popeyes website, the Montgomery Mall restaurant (7101 Democracy Blvd) is temporarily closed. As of now, there is no word on when it may reopen.

Kitchen Fire Displaces Two in Bethesda; No Injuries

By MCS Staff

Published December 2, 2022 at 7:11AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a fire at a Bethesda home on the 6700 block of Whittier Blvd at approximately 5pm on Thursday evening, according to MCFRS Spokesperson Pete Piringer.

Upon arrival, crews encountered a fire in the kitchen and smoke coming from the roof and two occupants outside of the home. The fire was quickly extinguished and there was little extension aside from smoke that filled the home. “No injuries, no dinner, two people displaced” tweeted Piringer. The stovetop fire caused approximately $30K in damages, in addition to displacing the two occupants.

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.