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Detectives Ask for Public’s Help in Locating Family of Man Who Died in Collision on Saturday

Published November 1, 2023 at 12:36PM

Per MCPD: “The Montgomery County Department of Police – Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is investigating fatal collision that occurred on Saturday, October 28, 2023, near the intersection of Old Columbia Pike and Dustin Road. Detectives have been unable to locate any of the decedent’s family and are asking for the public’s assistance to find possible family members.

At approximately 12:15 p.m., Montgomery County Fire Rescue and MCPD responded to the area for the report of a single vehicle collision. The preliminary investigation by CRU detectives has revealed that a blue 2009 Hyundai Elantra, driven by 73-year-old Robert Hugh Haas, of Windsor Mill, was traveling northbound on Old Columbia Pike when, for unknown reasons, the Haas failed to negotiate the traffic circle at Dustin Road and struck a retaining wall.

Public Safety Committee Discusses Holes in Juvenile Justice Processing in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

Published October 31, 2023 at 6:34PM

Per Montgomery County: “Yesterday, the Montgomery County Council’s Public Safety (PS) Committee held a meeting on juvenile justice, sparked by an increase in some types of juvenile crimes and the identification of a 12-year-old as responsible for multiple bomb threats to Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS).

All panelists present suggested that connecting youth to appropriate services and interventions as early as possible should be the primary goal. Yet Councilmember Kristin Mink’s (District 5) questions to police, the State’s Attorney, and the Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) revealed that diversion opportunities, both pre-arrest and post-arrest, have been significantly under-utilized in Montgomery County.

Police and Family Searching for Missing 12-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published October 31, 2023 at 3:40PM

Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Isabella Faith Cardillo, a missing 12-year-old from Germantown. Cardilloesd last seen on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at approximately 11:50 a.m., in the 15000 block of Broschart Road in Rockville. She is 4-feet, 10-inches tall, 107 Ibs., with red hair, brown eyes, and was last seen wearing glasses, a red hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Isabella Faith Cardillo is asked to call Montgomery County Police Non-Emergency (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line).

Police Respond to Armed Bank Robbery Tuesday Morning in Potomac

By Patrick Herron

Published October 31, 2023 at 1:06PM

According to Montgomery County Police, “On Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at approximately 11:05 a.m., MCP officers responded to the Wells Fargo Bank in the 9800 block of Falls Rd. for the report of an armed bank robbery. The preliminary investigation has revealed that an armed suspect entered the bank, stole an undisclosed amount of money and left the scene. This is an active and ongoing investigation.”

Per @cordelltraffic on Twitter: “POTOMAC VILLAGE BANK ROBBERY: ~11AM Tuesday, Potomac Wells Fargo at the corner of Falls Road and River Road. (Potomac/Montgomery County, MD). Robber was armed with handgun; Montgomery County Police Major Crimes Detectives investigating…” We will provide an update if additional information becomes available. Featured image courtesy of Google Maps.

One Dead After Single-Vehicle Collision Saturday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published October 28, 2023 at 3:16PM

Montgomery County Police are investigating a single-vehicle fatal collision that occurred Saturday afternoon. According to police, “At approximately 12:15 p.m., on Saturday, October 28, 2023, Montgomery County Fire Rescue and MCPD responded to the intersection of Old Columbia Pike and Dustin Road for the report of a single vehicle collision.

The preliminary investigation has revealed that a blue, 2008 Hyundai Elantra was traveling northbound on Old Columbia Pike, near Dustin Road when, for unknown reasons, the driver struck a retaining wall. The driverofthe Hyundai, an adult male, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Montgomery County DepartmentofPolice – Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating the collision.”

15-Year-Old Charged With Threats of Mass Violence in Connection With Paint Branch High School Bomb Threat

By Patrick Herron

Published October 27, 2023 at 3:08PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Investigative Section have identified a 15-year-old as the individual responsible for making the bomb threat against Paint Branch High School on Thursday, October 26, 2023.

At approximately 10:36 am, 3rd District officers, K-9 units, and Community Engagement Officers responded to the location for the report of a bomb threat that was made over the phone.

Joint Statement from MCPD Chief of Police MCPS Chief Safety Officer on Recent Bomb Threats

By MCS Staff

Published October 27, 2023 at 2:45PM

Joint Statement from MCPD Chief of Police Marcus Jones and MCPS Chief Safety Officer Pamela Wheeler-Taylor:

Dear Parents, Guardians, Students and Community Members,

Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested After Anonymous Tip

By Patrick Herron

Published October 27, 2023 at 1:30PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division have arrested and charged 43-year-old Devin Byron Dorsey, of unknown address, with the Rockville armed robbery that occurred on Monday, October 2, 2023, after an anonymous tipster came forward and identified Dorsey based on a photograph posted on a MCPD news release. The tipster is now eligible for a reward of up to $10,000.

On Thursday, October 5, 2023, detectives obtained an arrest warrant against Dorsey, charging him with armed robbery, robbery, second-degree assault and theft less than $100. On Saturday, October 14, 2023, Dorsey was arrested in Germantown and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit, where he is being held without bond.

Police and Family Searching for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published October 27, 2023 at 12:31PM

The Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Hassan Bangura, a missing 15-year-old from Burtonsville. Bangura was last seen on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at approximately 7 a.m., in the 14000 block of Castle Blvd. in Burtonsville. He is 5’4″, 120 lbs., with brown eyes, brown hair that is currently styled in short twists, and was last seen wearing black pants, black sneakers, and a black jacket.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Hassan Bangura is asked to call Montgomery County Police Non-Emergency (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line).

MCPD Respond to Shots Fired Thursday Afternoon in Silver Spring

By Patrick Herron

Published October 27, 2023 at 9:33AM

Montgomery County Police responded to a report of shots fired Thursday afternoon in Silver Spring. According to police, “The call was received at approximately 4:24 p.m. 3rd District officers responded to the area of Quebec Ter. and Ruatan St. for the report of shots fired. No victims were located, but officers did find evidence of a shooting. No suspects are in custody at this time.”

We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

Concern for Missing 26-Year-Old Last Seen October 6

By Patrick Herron

Published October 26, 2023 at 9:13PM

Detectives from the MCPD- 3rd District Investigative Section is asking for the public’s Assistance in locating Heidy Hernandez-Escobar, a missing 24-year-old. Escobar was last seen on Friday, October 6, 2023, in the 3100 block of Heilson Dr., in Silver Spring. She is 5’5″, 120 Ibs., with brown eyes, black hair, and has a tattoo on her left hand.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Heidy Hernandez-Escobar is asked to call the Montgomery County Non-Emergency Number at (301) 279-8000