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40 Years for Co-defendant in Aspen Hill Murder

Published October 28, 2022 at 5:24PM

Today in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, MD, Judge John Maloney sentenced defendant, Bryan Byrd, 31, of Washington D.C., to life in prison suspend all but 40 years and five years of supervised probation upon release. A jury convicted Byrd and co-defendant, Vaughn Darvel Bellamy, 32, of Hagerstown, MD, last month on charges of first-degree murder for the death of Alexander Buie in 2013, and multiple related charges. Bellamy is scheduled for sentencing on December 13^th.

Bellamy and Byrd face a potential sentence of life in prison. A sentencing hearing for Bellamy is scheduled for Oct. 17, at 2pm. A sentencing hearing for Byrd is scheduled for Oct. 28^th at 2:30pm. A third defendant pleaded guilty to charges of attempted armed robbery, conspiracy to commit armed robbery, and conspiracy to use a firearm in commission of a crime of violence. He is in custody and awaiting sentencing.

Police Investigating Strong Arm Robbery and Residential Burglary (Separate Incidents) in Takoma Park on Sunday

By MCS Staff

Published October 24, 2022 at 10:44AM

Per Takoma Park Police: On October 23, at approximately 11:08 pm, Takoma Park Police responded to the police station to meet the victim who had been robbed. At approximately 1:00 am on October 23, the victim was standing in the 7600 block of New Hampshire Avenue when he was attacked by four suspects. The suspects physically assaulted him and stole his property. The suspects fled on foot towards University Boulevard. The victim was not seriously physically injured.

The suspects are described as four black males in their 20’s, thin builds, and all were last seen wearing dark color clothing. Investigation continues under case #220046553. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301-270-1100.

Takoma Park Police Respond to Report of Armed Robbery on Saturday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published October 24, 2022 at 10:24AM

Per Takoma Park Police: On October 22, at approximately 7:20 am, Takoma Park Police responded to the 7700 block of Maple Avenue for the report of an armed robbery. The victim was leaving for work when she was approached by two male suspects who demanded her property at gunpoint. The victim complied and the two suspects fled in a vehicle towards Sligo Creek Parkway.

The suspects are described as:

Rockville Police Update on Sunday Evening Shooting

By MCS Staff

Published October 23, 2022 at 10:27PM

Per Rockville City Police 10/23/22 – 9:45 pm: On October 23, 2022 shortly before 6:00 p.m. the Rockville City Police Department responded to a shooting on the Unity Bridge in the 100 block of Frederick Ave. An adult male victim was located with a gunshot wound, he was transported to a local hospital where he is expected to survive.

The preliminary investigation has revealed the suspect in the shooting is an African American male wearing all black clothing and a black mask. The suspect left the area in a blue Mazda passenger car immediately following the incident.

Shooting in Rockville; One Male Victim Transported to Hospital

By MCS Staff

Published October 23, 2022 at 6:16PM | Updated October 23, 2022 at 10:27PM

Update Per Rockville City Police 10/23/22 – 9:45 pm: On October 23, 2022 shortly before 6:00 p.m. the Rockville City Police Department responded to a shooting on the Unity Bridge in the 100 block of Frederick Ave. An adult male victim was located with a gunshot wound, he was transported to a local hospital where he is expected to survive.

The preliminary investigation has revealed the suspect in the shooting is an African American male wearing all black clothing and a black mask. The suspect left the area in a blue Mazda passenger car immediately following the incident.

Laurel Man Sentenced to 17 Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Kilograms of Fentanyl, Cocaine, and Marijuana Through the U.S. Mail; Over $1.5 Million in Cash Seized

By MCS Staff

Published October 22, 2022 at 7:26AM

Per the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland: U.S. District Judge Stephanie A. Gallaher sentenced Michael Fisher, a.k.a. “Mark Wilson,” age 47, of Laurel, Maryland, today to 17 years in federal prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for his participation in a large-scale drug trafficking organization involving fentanyl, cocaine, and marijuana shipped from California to Maryland through the U.S. mail. At today’s sentencing hearing, Judge Gallagher found that approximately 120 kilograms of cocaine, 6.5 kilograms of fentanyl and 50 kilograms of marijuana were attributable to Fisher as part of the conspiracy.

According to his guilty plea, in November 2019, law enforcement began investigating a drug trafficking conspiracy that used the U.S. mail to distribute fentanyl, cocaine, and marijuana in the Baltimore/Washington Metropolitan area. During the investigation, court-authorized wiretaps of Fisher and his co-conspirator, Dwight Antonio Pitts, revealed conversations in which they discussed the distribution of fentanyl, cocaine, and marijuana with each other and with other individuals. Further, law enforcement conducted surveillance and observed drug transactions by both Fisher and Pitts.

Beyond MoCo: TikTok Car Theft Trend Reaches Howard County

By MCS Staff

Published October 18, 2022 at 2:19PM

Howard County Police warn residents of a national trend that has seen an increase in thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles. This trend has been referred to as the “Kia Boyz Challenge” that has gained popularity on social media, including the video sharing app TikTok. The challenge was allegedly started by the Kia Boyz, who showed people how easy it is to use a USB cable in the steering columns to start, and steal Kias and Hyundais.

Per Howard County Police: In recent months, Howard County has seen an increase in thefts of Hyundai and Kia vehicles, which is part of a national trend occurring across the U.S. If you have a 2016-2021 Hyundai or 2011-2021 Kia model that is started by a key, consider taking the following preventive measures:

Gaithersburg Man Charged With Reckless Endangerment, Crime Motivated by Race or Religion, and 1st Degree Assault After Incident at Hunter Woods Local Park

By MCS Staff

Published October 15, 2022 at 7:04AM

10/14/22 Update Per Park Police: “The subject was identified as Jonathan Boka, 26, of Gaithersburg. He was arrested and charged with reckless endangerment, crime motivated by race or religion, use of a firearm in a crime of violence, and 1st degree assault. We thank the community for tips that led to his arrest.”

Original Report: On Tuesday, Maryland Park Police sent out a tweet asking for help to identify a subject wanted in a crime at Hunters Woods Local Park in Gaithersburg on October 8 at 12:15 pm. If you have information, please contact investigators at 301-929-2748 or [email protected] and reference case # 22001790.

Beyond MoCo: Ohio Man Admits to Making a Bomb and Driving it to Carroll County, Maryland with the Intent to Kill His Romantic Rival

By MCS Staff

Published October 13, 2022 at 7:05AM

Per the U.S. Attorney’s Office, District of Maryland: Clayton Alexander McCoy, age 32, of Chesterland, Ohio, pleaded guilty today to transporting explosives with intent to injure and to possession of an unregistered firearm/explosive device, in connection with an explosion at a home in Carroll County, Maryland. A resident of the home was the boyfriend of a woman in whom McCoy had a romantic interest.

The guilty plea was announced by United States Attorney for the District of Maryland Erek L. Barron; Special Agent in Charge Toni M. Crosby of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Baltimore Field Division; Maryland State Fire Marshal Brian S. Geraci; Carroll County Sheriff James T. DeWees; and Carroll County State’s Attorney Allan Culver.

Rockville Police is Investigating A Report of Gunshots Fired

By MCS Staff

Published October 12, 2022 at 8:26PM

Per the Rockville Police Department: 10/12/22 – 8:00 p.m. RCPD is currently on scene in the 600 block of Monroe Street investigating the report of gunshots fired. Roadway has been shut down as part of the investigation. No injuries reported.

This story will be updated if additional information becomes available.

Additional Information on Twinbrook Shooting Friday Night

By MCS Staff

Published October 8, 2022 at 3:49PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Police – 1st District Investigative Section are currently investigating a shooting that occurred on October 7, 2022, in the area of Twinbrook Parkway. At approximately 9:23 p.m., officers responded to the 12900 block of Twinbrook Parkway for the sound of shots and the report of a shooting that just occurred.

Upon arrival, the first responding officer on scene observed the suspect carrying a black handgun with an extended magazine down by his side. As the officer stopped his unmarked vehicle, the suspect raised the gun towards the officer. The officer began to get out of his car, announcing his presence and ordered the suspect to put down the gun. The suspect dropped the gun and ran away from the scene.