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Update: Detectives Investigating Germantown Armed Carjacking; Description of Suspects Released

Published October 24, 2023 at 3:16PM

The investigation by detectives has revealed that at approximately 9:35 p.m., an adult male victim arrived at his home in a 2015 silver BMW and parked it on the driveway. At that point, four suspects parked their unknown vehicle behind the victim, blocking the driveway. Three armed suspects exited the vehicle, pointed their guns at the victim and ordered the victim to get out of the BMW. The victim complied with the suspects’ demands. One of the suspects got in the BMW and left the scene, and the other three suspects drove away in their vehicle.

Update: Police Investigating Fatal Collision in Burtonsville; Victim’s Identity Released

By Patrick Herron

Published October 24, 2023 at 12:35PM

Per MCPD: “Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) are investigating a fatal collision that occurred on Monday, October 23, 2023. At approximately 12:05 p.m., 3rd District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the intersection of southbound Columbia Pike at Blackburn Rd., for the report of a traffic collision involving two vehicles.

The preliminary investigation by detectives has revealed that the driver of a white 2019 Ford Escape was stopped in the roadway of the southbound lanes of Columbia Pike at the intersection of Blackburn Rd. For reasons still under investigation, the driver a black 2010 Toyota Corolla, hit the back of the Ford, sending both vehicles through the intersection.

Police Investigating Fatal Democracy Boulevard Collision; Victim’s Identity Released

By Patrick Herron

Published October 24, 2023 at 10:39AM

Per MCPD: “Montgomery County Department of Police – 2nd District officers are investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision that occurred on Saturday, October 21, 2023. The preliminary investigation has revealed that at approximately 6:26 p.m., 60-year-old Byron Jennings was driving a 2012 Kia Sorento westbound on Democracy Blvd prior to Newbridge Drive when he suffered a medical emergency. The Kia then left the roadway, causing a 2015 BMW to collide with the curb and to leave the roadway.

The driver of the BMW sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital. Jennings, of Lynchburg, VA, was transported to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.” Featured image courtesy of Google Maps.

Police Respond to Armed Carjacking in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published October 24, 2023 at 9:19AM

Montgomery County Police responded to an armed carjacking on Monday, October 23, in Germantown. According to police, “At approximately 10 p.m., MCPD responded to the 19400 block of St. Johnsbury Lane for the report of an armed carjacking that just occurred. No injuries were reported. There are no suspects in custody at this time. This is an active and ongoing investigation. More information will be released as is becomes available.”

Update: Three Shot, One Dead After Monday Night Shooting

By Patrick Herron

Published October 24, 2023 at 7:24AM

A suspect is in custody after a triple shooting left one dead and two injured Monday night in Fairland. According to police, “At approximately 10:57 p.m., 3rd District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the 14300 block of Fairdale Rd., for the report of a shooting.

Upon arrival, officers located a male, unknown age, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. A second male victim, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds, was located outside and transported to an area hospital, with non-life-threatening injuries.

Student Arrested and Charged as an Adult After Bringing Gun to Walter Johnson High School

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 5:34PM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 6:06PM

According to Montgomery County Police, a 17-year-old Walter Johnson High School student has been arrested and charged as an adult for possession of a firearm. The student, who is a Bethesda resident, was arrested after a witness reported to school security that the student had a gun. Montgomery County Public Schools security team members located the student, conducted a search and located a loaded 9 mm handgun.

At approximately 1:30 p.m., on Monday, October 23, 2023, Montgomery County Department of Police Community Engagement Officers were dispatched to the school, located in the 6400 block of Rock Spring Drive. Based on the information provided and evidence of the gun, officers arrested the student.

Police Investigating Fatal Collision in Burtonsville

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 1:32PM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 2:57PM

Update: According to Montgomery County Police, “On Monday, October 23, 2023, at approximately 12:05 p.m., 3rd District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the area of Columbia Pike and Blackburn Rd. for the report of a traffic collision involving two vehicles. The preliminary investigation has determined that a white Ford Escape and a black Toyota Corolla collided in the intersection of southbound Columbia Pike and Blackburn Rd. The adult female passenger, of the Toyota, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The drivers of both vehicles were transported to area hospitals with non-life threatening injuries. The Montgomery County Department of Police – Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating this fatality. More information will be released when it becomes available, including the name of the deceased, following proper notification of next of kin.”

Police Investigating Reported Bomb Threat at Rockville High School; Building Evacuated

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 12:15PM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 1:53PM

“MCPD is now investigating a bomb threat at Rockville HS. Students, faculty, and staff have evacuated the building. Officers are looking into the validity of the report.”

MCPD announced at 11:23am that a bomb threat was also made against Blair High School (51 University Blvd E, Silver Spring). That incident is still being investigated. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

Police Investigating Reported Bomb Threat at Blair High School Monday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published October 23, 2023 at 11:12AM | Updated October 23, 2023 at 1:52PM

Bomb threats were made against Blair High School (51 University Blvd E, Silver Spring) on October 13th and 16th that were both determined to be not credible. We will provide an update if additional information becomes available.

MCPD is at Montgomery Blair HS investigating a reported bomb threat.
The school is currently sheltering in place, while officers confirm the validity of the report.
We will update as soon as information is available.#MCPD pic.twitter.com/lpq9Fvcxr4

Police Respond to Armed Home Invasion Robbery in Rockville

By Patrick Herron

Published October 22, 2023 at 9:57PM

Police responded to a home invasion robbery on Sunday, October 22 in Rockville. According to MCPD, “At approximately 4:30 p.m., Rockville City Police and Montgomery County Police officers responded to the 200 block of Elizabeth Ave. in Rockville for the report of a home invasion robbery that just occurred.

The preliminary investigation has revealed that an adult male victim was approached by two armed suspects at his home. The suspects entered the home and then left the scene in a vehicle. One suspect has been taken into custody. Officers are still looking for the other suspect. The victim was not injured. This is still an active and ongoing investigation. More information will be released as it becomes available.”

Home Struck by Gunfire Early Sunday Morning in Clarksburg

By Patrick Herron

Published October 22, 2023 at 1:41PM

Montgomery County Police responded to a shooting early this morning in Clarksburg. According to police, “On Sunday, October 22, 2023, at approximately 1:59 a.m., MCP officers responded to the 12800 block of Clarks Crossing Drive in Clarksburg for the report of shots fired.

The preliminary investigation has revealed that the suspect(s) arrived at the location in an unknown vehicle, fired rounds, and left the scene. A home was struck by gunfire. The home was occupied but no one reported any injuries. This is an active and ongoing investigation.