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Detectives Investigate Mail Theft in Bethesda

Published September 14, 2023 at 11:24AM | Updated September 14, 2023 at 11:50AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 2nd District Investigations Division are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects who stole packages and mail from an apartment complex in Bethesda.

On August 19, 2023, 2nd District officers responded to the 5400 block of Westbard Ave. for the report of a theft that occurred earlier. The investigation by detectives has determined that two suspects entered the secured building, after a resident opened the lobby door to pick up a food delivery. Once in the building, the suspects stole multiple packages belonging to residents. Detectives obtained surveillance video of the suspects.

Police Investigating Armed Robbery of Germantown 7-Eleven; Video of Suspects Released

By Patrick Herron

Published September 14, 2023 at 10:20AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police- Major Crimes Division area investigating a commercial armed robbery that occurred on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at a 7-Eleven in the 12300 block of Middlebrook Road in Germantown. At approximately 12:45 a.m., 5th District officers responded to the location for the report of a commercial armed robbery.

The investigation by detectives has revealed that two suspects entered the 7-Eleven. One of the suspects displayed a black handgun, pointed it at an employee, forced the employee behind the cash register and demanded cash. The employee complied with the suspect’s initial demand. When the employee was unable to comply with the suspect’s demand to open the store safe, the suspect demanded personal property from the employee.

Police and Family Searching for Missing 16-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published September 13, 2023 at 3:42PM

The Special Victims Investigations Division is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Eduardo Lobos, a missing 16-year-old. Lobos was last seen on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at approximately 11:40 p.m., in the Kemp Mill area of Wheaton. He is 5’5″, 120 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a black shirt, gray shorts, and black Crocs.

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

Detectives from Missing Persons/Cold Case Unit Asking for Public’s Assistance in Locating Missing 18-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published September 13, 2023 at 12:46PM

Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police- Missing Persons/Cold Case Unit are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Juan Machado, a missing 18-year-old. Machado was last seen on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, in the 1700 block of Mt. Pisgah Lane in Silver Spring. He is 5’6″, 180 lbs., with shoulder length brown hair and brown eyes.

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

Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Driver Wednesday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published September 13, 2023 at 9:16AM

Montgomery County Police are investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that occurred Wednesday morning in Hillandale. According to police, “At approximately 4:12 a.m., on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the area of New Hampshire Avenue and Chalmers Road for the report of a pedestrian struck.

The adult male victim was transported to an area hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. The striking vehicle remained on scene. This is an active and ongoing investigation.” We will provide an update if additional information becomes available. Featured image courtesy of Google Maps.

Governor Wes Moore Announces More Than $11.5 Million in Highway Safety Grants; Over $172,000 Awarded to Montgomery County Police Agencies

By Patrick Herron

Published September 12, 2023 at 8:20PM

Per the State of Maryland: Governor Wes Moore today announced more than $11.5 million in federal highway safety grants to organizations across Maryland as part of a statewide focus to prevent motor vehicle crashes and eliminate roadway fatalities. The federal funds will be distributed on Oct. 1 by the Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration’s Highway Safety Office to 85 agencies, organizations, and programs.

“These investments are critical to building and maintaining a safe, reliable and efficient transportation system in Maryland,” said Gov. Moore. “Our administration is committed to partnering with local governments, officials and advocacy groups to reduce roadway injuries and fatalities and to ensure that highway safety remains a top priority across the state.”

19-Year-Old Arrested for Running “Chop-Shop” Out of Rockville Home

By Patrick Herron

Published September 12, 2023 at 11:50AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division have arrested and charged 19-year-old Bill Gomez with auto theft related offenses that occurred over the span of several months in the Rockville and Baltimore areas. Detectives from the Auto Crime Enforcement Section (ACES) were investigating the rise of Infiniti G37 models being stolen in the county and developed Gomez as a suspect.

The investigation revealed that Gomez was running a pseudo “chop-shop” out of his residence located in the 800 block of Westmore Avenue in Rockville. Gomez had also obtained Vehicle Identification Numbers from wrecked/salvaged vehicles and placed them onto stolen vehicles to conceal their stolen status.

Detectives Investigate Credit Card Theft and Fraud in Olney and Poolesville; Reward of up to $10,000 Offered for Information

By MCS Staff

Published September 12, 2023 at 10:13AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 1st and 4th District Patrol Investigation Units are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying fraud suspects. On Saturday, June 17, 2023, the victim stated that her credit cards were stolen out of her wallet in the Olney area. The investigation by detectives determined that the suspects fraudulently used the credits cards at several stores in Montgomery Mall.

On Friday, August 11, 2023, a Poolesville victim reported a theft from auto, where the suspects stole the victim’s credit cards and an undetermined amount of cash. The suspects fraudulently used the credits cards at multiple stores in Montgomery Mall.

Twenty-One-Year-Old Woman Charged with Second Degree Murder After Allegedly Stabbing Boyfriend Sunday Night in Gaithersburg

By Patrick Herron

Published September 11, 2023 at 11:42AM

Courtesy Google Maps

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division have arrested and charged 21-year-old Jennifer Abigail Espinoza Orellana, of Gaithersburg, with the homicide of 20-year-old Jose Manuel Zavala Marquez. On Sunday, September 10, 2023, at approximately 5:51 a.m., 1st District officers responded to the Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center in the 9900 block of Medical Center Drive in Rockville for the report of a male who was dropped off with trauma to his body.

The investigation has revealed that Espinoza Orellana had an argument with her boyfriend, Zavala Marquez, at her residence in the 8000 block of Shady Spring Drive in Gaithersburg. The argument continued outside the residence, where Espinoza Orellana allegedly stabbed Zavala Marquez in the chest with a knife. Espinoza Orellana then placed Zavala Marquez in her vehicle and dropped him off at the hospital, where Zavala Marquez was later pronounced dead.

MCPD Looking for Feedback on Drone Use by Police

By Patrick Herron

Published September 11, 2023 at 11:11AM

Per Montgomery County: Montgomery County Councilmember Natali Fani-González, chair of the Council’s Economic Development Committee (ECON), and the Mid-County Citizens Advisory Board and the Wheaton Urban District Advisory Committee, will jointly host a community meeting to discuss a proposed police drone program on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wheaton Library and Recreation Center, located on 11701 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902.

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) will speak about their proposal to use drone technology as first responders to enhance public safety and decrease police response times. The presentations will be in English and Spanish, followed by an open question and answer period. Councilmember Fani-González requested that MCPD make this presentation so that community members have an opportunity to learn more about the technology, ask questions and share feedback.

Concern for Missing 57-Year-Old Woman

By Patrick Herron

Published September 10, 2023 at 9:42AM | Updated September 10, 2023 at 10:38AM

The 3rd District Investigative Section is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Arminda Williams, a missing 57-year-old female. Williams was last seen on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at approximately 7:15 p.m., in the 8500 block of Fenton St in Silver Spring. She is 5’3″ tall, 120 lbs., with black hair, brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a white collard shirt, black jeans and gold slippers.

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