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Vehicle Driven Into Restaurant Wednesday Evening

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to the scene of a vehicle into a building in the 500 blk of E Gude Dr in Rockville (Peter’s Grill) on Wednesday, May 7 around 7:30pm.

According to Assistant Chief with MCFRS David Pazos, two adults with non-life threatening injuries are being transported to local hospitals. Fire Code Enforcement is en route to assist the business with reopening. We will post an update when additional information is available. Photos courtesy of @ohmauricio on Instagram.

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Police Investigating Armed Robberies of 7-Eleven in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating two commercial armed robberies of the 7-Eleven store in the12800 block of Clopper Rd. in Germantown. Detectives have released surveillance video of the male suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

The investigation by detectives has revealed that on Saturday, July 23, 2022, the suspect entered the store, pointed a handgun at the employees and demanded money. The suspect removed an undisclosed amount of money from the registers and left the scene.

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MCFRS Respond to Fire at Bassett’s Restaurant

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at Bassett’s Restaurant at 19950 Fisher Ave in Poolesville on Monday, June 5 around 2pm. The fire has been contained and there are no injuries reported.

According to Assistant Chief for MCFRS David Pazos on Twitter, “MCFRS units extinguished all visible fire with no extension to the main building. No injuries were reported, and units are starting to leave the scene. Fire Code Enforcement has been requested to determine when the restaurant can open.” Featured photo courtesy of@jake.porter7123 on Instagram.

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Montgomery County Resident Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Sunday Afternoon

By MCS Staff

Per the FSCO: At approximately 3:50 p.m., on June 4, Frederick County Sheriff Office (FCSO) deputies responded to a call for service at Park Mills Road near Monocacy Bottom Road in Frederick, for a reported vehicle crash involving a 1962 Daimler passenger car and a 2003 Suzuki motorcycle. Glenn Rice Jr., age 39, of Poolesville, Maryland, the motorcycle operator, sustained fatal injuries when he crossed the center double line and struck the passenger car head on.

The Frederick County (MD) Fire & Rescue responded and attempted lifesaving techniques. Emergency Medical Services personnel pronounced Rice deceased on scene. The passenger car operator and passenger received treatment at a local hospital for minor injuries. FCSO deputies made all appropriate next of kin notifications.

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Medical Emergency Halts Traffic on Westbound ICC

By MCS Staff

Update: All lanes are now open

We have received multiple reports of traffic on westbound ICC (MD-200) being at a standstill on Sunday afternoon. According to WTOP traffic there was a medical emergency on MD-200/Intercounty Connector westbound near the Muncaster Mill Rd overpass shortly before 1pm that has affected traffic. No additional information is currently available.

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MCFRS Responds to Crash in Gaithersburg Sunday Morning

By MCS Staff

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a single-vehicle crash at approximately 10:30am on Sunday morning. The crash occurred on Duvall Ln, off of West Deer Park Rd, in Gaithersburg and involved a car crashing into a tree.

According to MCFRS Chief Spokesperson Pete Piringer, one patient was evaluated with non-life-threatening injuries and was not transported to the hospital following the crash. Photos below, courtesy of Pete Piringer.

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Germantown House Fire Likely Caused by Improperly Discarded Smoking Materials; $50K in Damage

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a house fire in the 11500 blk of Brundidge Terrace, near Brandermill Drive in Germantown on Thursday, June 1 around 6pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire originated along the base of a fence and was likely caused by improperly discarded smoking materials. Damage is estimated to be ~$50K and there were no injuries reported. Piringer reminds residents, “Tossing your butt off the deck may seem like the easiest way to get rid of a ‘lit’ cigarette, but it can also be the easiest way to start a fire. Don’t be a flicker.”

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MCFRS Respond to Apartment Fire Near Rio in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) responded to a fire at 9900 Shelburne Terrace (Sawyer Flats apartment complex), off Rio Blvd in Gaithersburg on Tuesday, May 30 around 7:45pm. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire was located in the walls on the third and fourth floors of the 4-story building. The building was evacuated and there were no injuries reported.  We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

Per @mcfrsPIO: “Update – Shelburne Terrace, Sawyer Flats, fire in the walls, building evacuated, checking for extension, fire, appears to be contained on third and fourth floor, no fire in the attic, no injury”

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Baby Boy Born on I-270 on Thursday

By MCS Staff

Healthy baby boy Conrad was born on the shoulder of 270N on May 25 at 5:51 PM. Dad reports mom and baby are doing great (photos below).

Heading to the hospital, the paramedics from Rockville Station 23 delivered the baby near exit 9, Sam Eig Highway. Mom and dad report the delivery was very quick and unexpected. Mom’s water broke as the ambulance pulled into their driveway and 20 minutes later a healthy 7lb 8oz, 20 inch baby Conrad made his entrance into the world. Mom and baby are receiving care at Holy Cross Germantown.

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MCFRS Respond to Kitchen Fire in Senior Living Apartment Building

By Patrick Herron

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) units responded to 14508 Homecrest Rd (Homecrest House Stein Building) in Sandy Spring for a small fire in a 2nd floor apartment. According to Chief Spokesperson for MCFRS Pete Piringer, the fire was located in a kitchen and involved appliances/equipment. The fire was extinguished by maintenance crew prior to  MCFRS arrival. Five patients were evaluated and two adults were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injures.

We will post an update if additional information becomes available.

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