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Police: Tips to Safeguard Your Car and Prevent Theft

Published August 8, 2023 at 11:38PM

Per Takoma Park Police: The City of Takoma Park Police Department would like to remind residents to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to safeguard their vehicles from theft. As a trusted partner in community safety, we are committed to providing you with essential tips to help protect your vehicles and reduce the risk of theft.

According to the National Highway Safety Transportation Administration (NHSTA), more than one million motor vehicles were stolen in 2022, with more than 250,000 reported to law enforcement. Historically, passenger cars made up approximately 74% of all stolen motor vehicles. In fact, a motor vehicle was stolen every 32 seconds in the United States in 2022. There are numerous antitheft systems and devices designed to make vehicles more difficult to steal or easier to trace and recover. Here are how some of them work:

Police Department Urges Community to Report Suspicious Activity

By MCS Staff

Published August 8, 2023 at 11:26PM

Per The Takoma Park Police Department: “The Takoma Park Police Department is committed to fighting theft from auto, burglaries and theft of all types in our community. Our number one goal is to protect lives and property through proactive measures to make our community a safe place to live, work or visit.

The biggest help a community can give its police force is information, when you see something out of the ordinary, suspicious person(s), or vehicle(s), call and report it. The fact of the matter is that we cannot be everywhere at once; we need your eyes and ears to help us in our efforts of making our community as safe and crime free as possible.

Beyond MoCo: Police Investigating State Prison Inmate Homicide

By Patrick Herron

Published August 8, 2023 at 9:36AM

Per the Maryland State Police: Maryland State Police investigators are continuing an investigation into the death of a state prison inmate in Allegany County. The inmate is identified as Moise Louis, 34. Louis was declared deceased by emergency medical service personnel. He was a state prison inmate serving time at the Western Correctional Institution in Cumberland. A suspect, also an inmate, has been identified. He is being held in another location within the Division of Correction. He has not been charged at this time and is not being identified until charges are placed.

Shortly after 12:00 noon today, the Maryland State Police Homicide Unit was contacted by investigators from the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services Internal Investigative Unit (DPSCS IIU) about an inmate death. Investigators told State Police Louis was found in his cell with multiple injuries. State Police Homicide Unit investigators are continuing the investigation. Assistance has been provided by State Police crime scene technicians and investigators with the DPSCS Internal Investigative Unit. Upon completion, the investigation will be presented to the Allegany County State’s Attorney’s Office for review regarding charges. The investigation continues.

Police Respond to Shooting Late Monday Night

By MCS Staff

Published August 7, 2023 at 11:37PM

At approximately 10:09 p.m., Montgomery County Police officers responded to the 14000 block of Castle Blvd. In Fairland for the report of a shooting.

According to police, “the preliminary investigation has revealed that a shooting occurred at the location. An adult male was struck in the arm and transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Approximately 3 apartments were also struck by the rounds. There are suspects in custody. The scene is secured. There is no current threat to the public.”

Police Respond to Armed Carjacking in Wheaton Monday Night

By MCS Staff

Published August 7, 2023 at 11:07PM

At approximately 10:04 p.m., Montgomery County Police officers responded to the 11400 block of Georgia Ave. in Wheaton for the report of a carjacking that just occurred. The

According to police, the preliminary investigation has revealed that two armed suspects stole a vehicle from a victim at the location and left the scene. No injuries have been reported. We will have an update if additional information becomes available. Featured photo courtesy of Google Maps.

12-Year-Old Child Shot in The Foot in Germantown Late Sunday Night

By MCS Staff

Published August 7, 2023 at 6:53AM

At approximately 11:22 p.m., Montgomery Counry Police responded to the 12700 block of Sesame Seed Court for the report of a shooting.

According to police, the preliminary investigation has revealed that shots were fired near the location and one of the rounds struck the foot of a 12 year old female who was inside her residence. The victim was transported to an area hospital with non life threatening injuries. No suspects in custody. The scene is secured.

Woman Sentenced to Nine Years in Federal Prison for the Voluntary Manslaughter of Her Girlfriend

By MCS Staff

Published August 5, 2023 at 3:20PM

Per the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland: Chief U.S. District Judge James K. Bredar sentenced Janice Martina Mason, age 30, of Melbourne Florida, today to nine years in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release for voluntary manslaughter. On May 18, 2023, Mason was convicted after trial for running over her girlfriend on the Baltimore-Washington (“BW”) Parkway and leaving her to die.

According to the evidence presented at her eight-day trial, in the early morning hours of November 24, 2021, USPP officers responded to a citizen report for a body on the side of the BW Parkway northbound, north of Route 197, an area within the territorial jurisdiction of the United States. Officers found the victim lying face down on the shoulder of the road. Medics arrived on the scene and pronounced the victim dead. The evidence showed that that there were no skid marks or vehicle parts located at the scene. A cellphone belonging to the victim was found on the grass and another cellphone with a broken screen was found in the roadway and was later determined to belong to Mason.

Suspects in Stolen Kia Arrested for Stealing Cash Registers From Several Businesses

By Patrick Herron

Published August 4, 2023 at 2:44PM

Per MCPD: Three suspects; 18-year-old Jefry Stevent Padilla-Sanchez, of Silver Spring, 18-year-old Josue Membreno, of Washington D.C., and 18-year-old Edward Canales, of no fixed address, have been arrested and charged in connection with a commercial burglary trend in the Wheaton and Silver Spring areas. On Thursday, August 3, 2023, officers observed a stolen Kia Sol and later determined that the three suspects in the car forced entry into three stores and remove cash registers and cash drawers.

Following a traffic stop, all three suspects were taken into custody without incident. Padilla-Sanchez has been charged with multiple counts of 2nd degree burglary, theft: $1,500 to under $25,000 and auto theft related charges. He was transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit, where he is currently being held without bond.

Police Investigating Theft from Multiple Vehicles in Rockville; Surveillance Photos of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published August 4, 2023 at 11:44AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police -1st District Patrol Investigative Unit are investigating several theft from autos that occurred on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at the Research Row Plaza in the 1400 block of Research Road in Rockville. Detectives have released surveillance photos of the suspect and the suspect’s vehicle and asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

The investigation has revealed that the suspect forced entry into several vehicles parked in the parking lot, stole property from the vehicles and left the scene in a dark colored, four door Chevrolet. Detectives reviewed surveillance cameras and obtained a description of the suspect. The suspect is described as a black male, in his forties or fifties, with a large build and approximately 5-feet, 10-inches tall. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, black shorts, white socks and white and red shoes.

Man Arrested and Charged With Second Degree Rape That Occurred at Shady Grove Metro Station Last Week

By MCS Staff

Published August 3, 2023 at 5:35PM

Metro Transit Police has announced the arrest of Adrian Barnes, 29, by MTPD July 29 at Fort Totten Station. Barnes was charged with ‘Attempted Second Degree Rape’ that occurred at the Shady Grove metro station last week. According to police, he will also be charged with ‘Assault’ and ‘Fugitive from Justice.’

Prior to his arrest, Metro Transit Police provided the following information: “Victim reported the suspect, identified as Adrian Barnes, approached her from behind as she was getting in her car. The suspect forced her to the ground, then attempted to rape her. The victim fought off the suspect and ran from the garage to get help.”

Juveniles Aged 13, 16, and 17 Arrested for Armed Carjacking and Robbery; Two Charged as Adults

By Patrick Herron

Published August 3, 2023 at 12:18PM | Updated August 3, 2023 at 12:38PM

Per MCPD: Three teens; 13, 16, and 17-years-old have been arrested and charged for an armed carjacking and armed robbery that occurred on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. The preliminary investigation by detectives revealed that the adult victim was driving on Wayne Ave. when he noticed a Black Jeep Grand Cherokee following him. When the victim parked at his residence, the Jeep drove off. The Jeep then came back and blocked the victim’s car. As the victim was getting out, five to six unknown Black male suspects, wearing dark clothing and masks, got out of the Jeep, pointed a gun at the victim, demanded his property and the password to his cellphone, to which the victim complied. One of the suspects punched the victim in the face and followed him as he ran away. The suspects then left in the victim’s Black Infiniti FX35 and the Jeep.

Through the course of the investigation, detectives identified three individuals as suspects. The 13-year-old was charged and referred to the Department of Juvenile Services. The 16-year-old was arrested on the strength of an arrest warrant and charged as an adult with armed carjacking and armed robbery. He is currently being held in Washington, D.C on unrelated charges. The 17-year-old has been charged as an adult with armed carking and armed robbery and is currently being held without bond at the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit.