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Montgomery County Police Investigating Fatal Shooting of 19-Year-Old Inside a Metro Bus; Identity of Victim Released

Published February 20, 2023 at 4:37PM

The victim had been removed from the bus when officers arrived, and the officers attempted life-saving-measures until Montgomery County Fire Rescue arrived. Justice T’Ziyan Elliott was pronounced dead on scene. During the course of the investigation, it was revealed that Elliott, of Silver Spring, was seated in the back of the bus when the suspect boarded the bus and confronted Elliott. Words were exchanged, the suspect pulled out a handgun, shot Elliott and ran from the bus.

MCFRS Respond to Boat Fire Inside of Garage Sunday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published February 19, 2023 at 6:12PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire around 3pm on Sunday afternoon in Burtonsville. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, firefighters responded to the report of a boat on fire in the rear of a garage in the 15500 block of Santini Rd. The fire was knocked down and there was no extension. The garage contained one boat and one RV motorhome. One civilian was evaluated for injury. The cause of the fire has not been released. We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Per @mcfrsPIO on Twitter: “Update – Santini Road, fire/smoke showing upon arrival, (Bass) boat on fire in rear of garage, no extension to garage, fire knocked down, otherwise garage contains a boat & RV motorhome, 1 civilian injury MCFRS_EMIHS evaluating”

One Person Shot and Killed on a Metro Bus Friday Evening

By Patrick Herron

Published February 17, 2023 at 11:59PM

Montgomery County Police and Metro Transit Police responded to a fatal shooting on board a Metro Transit bus in White Oak on Friday evening. According to police, “ At approximately 7:45 p.m., MCPD 3rd District officers responded to the 14300 block of Lockwood Drive where an adult male had been shot inside of the bus.

Montgomery County Fire Rescue responded and provided life-saving measures, but the victim died on scene. The suspect exited the bus and ran from the location. Preliminarily, it appears that there was an altercation between the suspect and the victim and there is no threat to the community.

Barra Brava Signage Now Up at Upcoming Burtonsville Location

By MCS Staff

Published February 16, 2023 at 2:38PM | Updated February 16, 2023 at 3:30PM

We previously let you know that Barra Brava Cevicheria Peruana is “coming soon” to the location that was previously home to Old Hickory Grill at 15420 Old Columbia Pike B in Burtonsville. Signage is now up at the restaurant. Barra Brava opened its first location at 15921 N Frederick Rd in Rockville in October of 2017. The restaurant hopes to open in a few months.

The menu consists of seafood entrees, a variety of ceviches, non-seafood entrees like lomo saltado, aji de gallina, and more. We’ll have a specific opening timeframe/date in the coming months. Photos of some of the dishes available at the Rockville location can be seen below:

MCPD: 21-Year-Old Man Charged with Gun Possession and Auto Theft in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

Published February 13, 2023 at 5:25PM | Updated February 13, 2023 at 6:49PM

Per MCPD: A 21-year-old Berwyn Heights, MD man is facing multiple weapons charges after being arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle. On Saturday, February 11, at approximately 6:05 p.m., a Montgomery County Department of Police 3rd District patrol officer identified a stolen vehicle traveling southbound on Columbia Pike at Tech Road. The officer radioed for assistance and once back-up arrived, attempted to make a traffic stop.

The driver of the 2009 Kia Spectra, later identified as Shaquan Demetrius Evans, fled southbound on RT 29 and became stuck in traffic at a red light on SB New Hampshire Ave. at Schindler Drive. Evans attempted to drive between the stopped vehicles hitting two cars, causing minor damage. The occupants in the two vehicles did not sustain any injuries. Evans bailed out of the Kia and ran into a nearby residential neighborhood. Another 3D officer found Evans hiding in a back yard. Evans again ran, with officers following. After a brief chase, officers apprehended Evans a few houses away in the 10800 block of New Hampshire Ave. K9 officers located a Glock 29 10mm handgun in the backyard where Evans was hiding.

Snipes Opens Briggs Chaney Marketplace Location

By MCS Staff

Published February 11, 2023 at 10:08AM

Snipes has opened its second MoCo location in the Briggs Chaney Marketplace shopping center, moving in to 13834 Outlet Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20904. The location opened last month, according to Snipes social media. Snipes opened its first location in Bethesda’s Montgomery Mall when the company acquired Kicks USA and its 60+ locations across the country. The change was made over to Snipes in the summer of 2019.

Per Snipes: SNIPES – Briggs Chaney Marketplace is your destination for all the latest trends. Featuring brands like Nike, adidas, Timberland, Jordan, and more, you’ll find it all at SNIPES. Trying to find a great sneaker store in the Silver Spring area? Stop into Snipes to shop our dope collection of kicks like Retro Jordan 1’s, Kyrie 5, and Air Force 1’s. Follow us to stay up to date on sneaker drops in the MD area and never miss out. For all the latest trends this season, shop SNIPES – Briggs Chaney Marketplace. Browse our collection of clothing for men, women, and kids from your favorite brands like Nike, The North Face, and adidas. Conveniently located at 13834 Outlet Drive, we are in the ideal spot for you to shop all your favorite clothing and accessories. Check back, because we are always updating our selection of hoodies, hats, joggers, graphic tees and more. You can always count on SNIPES in Silver Spring to keep you ahead of the trends.

Barra Brava Cevicheria Peruana to Take Over Old Hickory Grill Location in Burtonsville

By MCS Staff

Published February 10, 2023 at 5:30PM | Updated February 16, 2023 at 2:33PM

Barra Brava Cevicheria Peruana is “coming soon” according to signage on the location that was previously home to Old Hickory Grill at 15420 Old Columbia Pike B in Burtonsville. The restaurant opened its first location at 15921 N Frederick Rd in Rockville in October of 2017. The restaurant hopes to open in a few months.

The menu consists of seafood entrees, a variety of ceviches, non-seafood entrees like lomo saltado, aji de gallina, and more. We spoke with a representative from the Rockville location today who told us that they didn’t have an opening date for the upcoming Burtonsville location yet. We’ll have an update with additional information as soon as it’s available. Photos of some of the dishes available at the Rockville location can be seen below:

Paint Branch High School’s Ricardo Hernandez Named Maryland Secondary School Assistant Principal of the Year

By MCS Staff

Published February 10, 2023 at 8:36AM

Ricardo Hernandez, assistant principal at Paint Branch High School has been awarded the State of Maryland Secondary School Assistant Principal of the Year. He will go on to represent the state of Maryland in the national competition.

Earlier this week, Kingsview Middle School counselor Katie Mendelson was named Maryland State Middle School Counselor of the Year. She was surprised with the news on Feb, 6, the first day of National School Counselor Week, during an announcement at the school. Watch the surprise here.

$2 Million in Renovations Coming to Burtonsville Crossing; Including Two New Pad Sites with Drive-Thrus

By MCS Staff

Published January 31, 2023 at 10:41AM

Last month, Montgomery County’s Planning Board approved (with conditions) the site plan that contains an amendment to allow for redeveloping the Burtonsville Shopping Center by demolishing 7,600 square feet of existing retail uses and relocating that retail square footage into two new pad sites with drive-thrus including improvements to open space, landscaping, lighting, and pedestrian circulation (site plan available below). According to a report by Maryland Newsletters, EDENS has officially received the permit to complete $2 million in renovation and facade work at the shopping center. In June it was announced that a lease has been signed by the Phoenix-based company Sprouts Farmers Market in what is seen as the first critical step to kick start the revitalization of a once thriving retail area. It will also be the grocery chain’s first store in Montgomery County. “We are excited to partner with Sprouts on bringing a unique grocery experience to Burtonsville,” said David Germakian, Managing Director, EDENS. Additional information below, courtesy of Montgomery Planning:

The Applicant proposes to redevelop 6.90 acres of the existing shopping center by demolishing a 7,600 square foot area in the center of the existing shopping center to create a community gathering space (seen in our feature photo). This 7,600 square feet of demolished commercial space in the center of the existing shopping center will be reallocated to two new free standing pad sites with new drive-thru accessory uses on the front of the Property for Retail/Service Establishment or Restaurant uses. Separately from this Site Plan Amendment, the Applicant intends to make façade improvements to the existing buildings to enhance the aesthetics of the shopping center. These interim improvements are not subject to review as part of this Site Plan because they are outside the boundary of the amendment area. Additionally, Site Plan 819851040 approved in 1985 did not include any approved architectural drawings or conditions relating to architectural or building design. As a result, moving forward with façade and exterior building improvements is not a violation of any previous approval.

Body of Missing Twenty-Year-Old Woman Discovered; Homicide Investigation Underway

By Patrick Herron

Published January 29, 2023 at 5:32PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating the murder of 20-year-old Keylin Yolibeth Chavez-Dominguez, who was reported missing on Monday, January 2, 2023. Chavez-Dominguez, of Rockville, was last seen by family and friends on Friday, December 30, 2022.

On Saturday, January 28, 2023, at approximately 2:01 p.m., officers from the Montgomery County Police Department, Maryland-National Park Police – Montgomery County Division and Maryland Transportation Authority Police, responded to Upper Paint Branch Stream Valley Park, for the report of a suspicious situation. When officers arrived, they located a female body.

Detectives Conduct Death Investigation at Upper Paint Branch Stream Valley Park

By Patrick Herron

Published January 28, 2023 at 8:23PM

According to Montgomery County Police, “On Saturday, January 28, 2023, at approximately 2:01 p.m., officers responded to Upper Paint Branch Park, in the area of Hobbs Dr. and Somerset Ln. and located a body.

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore will conduct an autopsy to officially determine the cause and manner of death. At this time, detectives do not believe there is a threat to the community.