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Detectives Investigate Robbery and Attempted Sexual Assault at Claire’s

Published February 17, 2023 at 11:52AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating a commercial armed robbery and attempted sexual assault that occurred on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at the Claire’s in the 500 block of North Frederick Avenue. Detectives have released surveillance photos of the male suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

The investigation by detectives has revealed that the suspect entered the store and approached the counter. After briefly chatting with the victim, the suspect stated he had a gun and demanded that the victim open the register. When the victim refused to comply, the suspect walked behind the victim and placed her in a chokehold. The victim complied and the suspect took an undisclosed amount of money. The suspect stated he had a gun, took the victim to the bathroom and attempted to sexually assault the victim. When the victim refused to comply, the suspect hit her in the head multiple times before fleeing the store.

Update on Thursday Night Fire in Montgomery Village

By Patrick Herron

Published February 17, 2023 at 8:24AM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a fire reported in the bedroom of a two story, middle-of-the-row townhouse on Club Lake Rd in Montgomery Village at approximately 9:30pm on Thursday night (video below). The cause of the fire has been determined to be unattended incense burning which ignited curtains.

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Revised Concept Plan For Redevelopment Involving Two Multifamily Buildings (180 Units) To Be Reviewed in May by City of Gaithersburg

By MCS Staff

Published February 17, 2023 at 7:08AM

MBW and Haris Design and Construction Co. submitted Concept Site Plan application (SP-9149-2021) on December 16, 2021, to demolish the buildings located at 9, 11, and 15 Park Avenue and 201 Brookes Avenue in Gaithersburg in anticipation of redevelopment into a pair of multifamily buildings totaling 180 units with 2,217 square feet of ground-floor commercial space. The building at the intersection of Park and Brookes Avenues will stand four (4) stories tall, and the building to the south along Park Avenue will stand five (5) stories tall. A City-owned alley extends between the two (2) buildings (photos below).

The HDC provided a nonbinding courtesy review of the Concept Site Plan (SP-9149-2021) at its October 26 meeting. The Planning Commission deferred the Concept Site Plan at its December 7 meeting. The revised plan is tentatively scheduled to return to the Planning Commission on May 3.

MCFRS Respond to Fire in Montgomery Village Thursday Night

By MCS Staff

Published February 16, 2023 at 11:18PM | Updated February 16, 2023 at 11:57PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a call for a fire reported in the bedroom of a two story, middle-of-the-row townhouse on Club Lake Rd in Montgomery Village at approximately 9:30pm on Thursday night (video below).

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, all occupants were able to get out as heavy smoke was showing upon the arrival of multiple crews. The fire extended to the roof and attic before the bulk of it was knocked out by approximately 9:55pm. There was little to no extension to neighboring/adjacent townhomes and no injuries were reported. Approximately $325K in damage and three adults have been displaced. A cat is also missing.

Updated Opening Information for Isaac’s Poultry Market (Former Pizza Hut Location on Darnestown Rd and Quince Orchard Rd)

By Patrick Herron

Published February 16, 2023 at 10:11AM

Isaac’s Poultry Market at 12167 Darnestown Rd in Gaithersburg, the former site of Pizza Hut, will officially open on Thursday, February 23. The restaurant is being opened by Rob Gresham, a lifelong MoCo resident and the former Director of Operations at CAVA. The restaurant will feature American roasted chicken, wings, sandwiches, and salads. You can view the full menu here.

Gresham tells us that everything they sell will be made from scratch and that the menu will feature plenty of healthy options. Isaac’s will also feature frozen custards, slushies, juice, and a variety of baked goods and desserts.

Collision With Rollover Sends Three to the Hospital on Wednesday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Published February 15, 2023 at 8:44PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) were called to the scene of a collision with rollover that occurred shortly before 1:30pm on Midcounty Highway and Woodfield Rd in Gaithersburg on Wednesday afternoon.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, a total of three people were trapped inside the two vehicles involved in the collision upon arrival onto the scene. All patients were extricated and were transported to the hospital after suffering non-life threatening injuries. The crash temporarily blocked multiple lanes, but has since been cleared.

My Cup Runneth Over Southern Cuisine to Celebrate Brick-and-Mortar Restaurant on February 17 with Ribbon Cutting

By Patrick Herron

Published February 15, 2023 at 10:30AM

What: Ribbon cutting to celebrate My Cup Runneth Over Southern Cuisine’s brick-and-mortar location

When: Friday, February 17 at 11 a.m.

MCFRS Respond to Collision Wednesday Morning in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published February 15, 2023 at 9:57AM | Updated February 15, 2023 at 10:14AM

Update – S. Frederick Avenue & S. Summit Ave., collision, some lanes blocked, @MCFRS_EMIHS evaluating 3 patients, @mcfrs A708, PE708, A753 on scene https://t.co/fyH82tB2N7 pic.twitter.com/XisjKl1F7D

Gaithersburg Apartment Complex Sells for $28 Million

By MCS Staff

Published February 14, 2023 at 8:50PM

Boston-based WinnCompanies has acquired the Villages of Gaithersburg apartment complex, located on School Drive next to the Shady Grove Village development for $28 million. The 9.5 acre property also features a pool, playground, and picnic area. The property was built in 1974 and has four stories with 168 total units. The property previously purchased by the Read Property Group in 2015 for $20.1 million.

WinnCompanies owns one other property in Gaithersburg and two additional properties in Montgomery County. Oaks at Olde Towne in Gaithersburg (Chestnut St.), Fireside Apartments in Rockville (Monroe Street), and The Residences at Thayer Ave in Silver Spring (Thayer Ave). WinnCompanies is currently hiring for various jobs at the Villages of Gaithersburg complex.

Opening Information for Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken

By Patrick Herron

Published February 14, 2023 at 3:02PM

Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken at 16248 Frederick Rd (on the border of Gaithersburg/Rockville), in the Rock Grove Center on the corner of 355 and Shady Grove Rd, will open open this Sunday, February 19th at 7am. The restaurant will hold an official grand opening ceremony sometime in March. The North Carolina-based biscuit chain is known for their buttermilk-brined chicken and currently has Maryland locations in Columbia and Towson. Menu items include biscuit sandwiches, biscuits & gravy, fried chicken strips, and donuts.

The new store is the third location for father and son franchisees Francis & Christopher Kirley. “After the success Rise has enjoyed so far in Maryland, we’re excited to bring the brand to more people in the city,” said Ken Priest, CFO of Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken. “The Kirleys are just some of the many successful franchisees that are helping Rise expand our national footprint.”

Driver Charged With Vehicular Homicide While Under the Influence of Alcohol After Striking and Killing Elderly Couple in November

By Patrick Herron

Published February 14, 2023 at 11:42AM

Per MCPD: A Gaithersburg man has been arrested on charges related to a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred on Tuesday, November 8, 2022. 47-year-old Davinder Singh of Gaithersburg was arrested on Friday, February 10.

The investigation revealed that Singh was driving his Toyota Prius west on School Drive when he struck and killed 65-year-old Miguel Antonio Ortiz and 70-year-old Ana Margarita Ortiz, a married couple from Gaithersburg, who were crossing the street to vote at the school polling place. Singh was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol.