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Montgomery County Man Arrested for Illegally Installing Hidden Cameras in Airbnb and Possession of Methamphetamine; Possibility of Additional Victims a Concern

Published August 21, 2023 at 5:16PM

Per MCPD: 3rd District officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police have arrested 38-year-old Larry Goisse of Silver Spring for installing hidden cameras inside of an Airbnb bedroom that was rented by two guests on Friday, August 5, 2022. Detectives are urging anyone who may be a victim of this crime to come forward.

The investigation has revealed that a couple from Texas rented an Airbnb bedroom inside a residence in the 1100 block of Dale Drive in Silver Spring. After arriving at the location, the couple located hidden cameras inside smoke detectors in the bedroom and bathroom. The couple left the house and drove to the Target store on Cherry Hill Road in Silver Spring, where they reported the incident to the police.

UPDATE: Montgomery Mall Bomb Threat Determined Not Valid

By MCS Staff

Published August 18, 2023 at 8:16PM | Updated August 18, 2023 at 9:15PM

UPDATE: Montgomery Mall bomb threat determined not valid. Mall has been cleared and turned back over to mall security.

Montgomery County Police tweeted the following on Friday, August 18, at 8:12pm: “MCPD at Montgomery Mall for reported bomb threat. Mall being evacuated as a precaution. Currently investigating validity of the report. More information will be released when it is available.”

Police Looking for Bethesda Balloon Burglars

By Patrick Herron

Published August 18, 2023 at 2:44PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 2nd District Investigative Section are investigating a burglary that occurred on Monday, August 7, 2023, at the Bone Jour store in the 4900 block of Del Ray Ave. in Bethesda. Detectives have released surveillance video of the suspects and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying them.

The investigation has revealed that the rear door of the store was pried open, and a female suspect entered the store. A bundle of permanent balloons was stolen from outside of the store.

Police and Family Searching for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published August 18, 2023 at 11:04AM

Per MCPD: The Special Victims Division is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Tanease Callands, a missing 15-year-old. Callands was last seen on Friday August 11, 2023, at approximately 2:30 p.m., in the 11200 block of Georgia Ave. in Silver Spring. She is 5’5″, 130 lbs, with black hair, brown eyes, and a nose ring. She was last seen wearing a pink t-shirt, whitewashed jean shorts and grey Crocs.

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

Update: Officers Investigate Georgia Avenue Collision

By Patrick Herron

Published August 17, 2023 at 9:43PM

The preliminary investigation has revealed that a gray Audi A6 was traveling southbound on Georgia Avenue when it struck a Red heavy duty Ford Truck and trailer that was attempting to turn onto northbound Georgia Avenue. The truck spun, detaching from its trailer and collided with a Chevy Traverse. The detached trailer then spilled into the road and was hit by a white Ford Taurus.

Dashboard and Body-Worn Camera Footage from July 22 Fatal Police Involved Shooting Released

By Patrick Herron

Published August 17, 2023 at 2:43PM

Per the Maryland Attorney General’s Office: The Independent Investigations Division (IID) of the Office of the Attorney General today released the dashboard and body-worn camera footage from the fatal police-involved shooting that occurred on July 22, 2023, in Montgomery County.

Montgomery County Woman Arrested for Auto Theft

By Patrick Herron

Published August 17, 2023 at 2:15PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Auto Crime Enforcement Section (ACES) have arrested and charged 29-year-old Victoria Sok of Silver Spring with auto theft. On Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m., detectives were proactively patrolling a neighborhood in Silver Spring when they located the suspect inside of a vehicle, that was reported stolen in Washington, D.C.

Detectives also determined that Sok has an outstanding out-of-state warrant. SOK was arrested and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit, where she was charged with auto theft related charges. She is being held without bond.

Police and Family Searching for 18-Year-Old Missing Since June 14

By Patrick Herron

Published August 17, 2023 at 12:53PM | Updated August 17, 2023 at 1:11PM

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).

Police and Family Searching for Missing 13-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published August 15, 2023 at 5:29PM | Updated August 17, 2023 at 2:24PM

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

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MCFRS Respond to Overturned Vehicle Tuesday Afternoon

By Patrick Herron

Published August 15, 2023 at 4:55PM | Updated August 15, 2023 at 5:33PM

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services (MCFRS) and Montgomery County Police responded to a collision involving an overturned vehicle on Georgia Ave, near Plyers Mill Rd in Wheaton on Tuesday, August 15 around 4:30pm. No additional information is available at this time. We will post an update if additional information becomes available. Featured photo courtesy of @spinsal on Instagram.

Detectives Investigating August 7 Shooting; Reward of up to $10,000 Offered for Information

By Patrick Herron

Published August 15, 2023 at 3:59PM | Updated August 15, 2023 at 5:11PM

Approximately 10:09 p.m., 3rd District officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting. The investigation has revealed that an adult male victim was in front of the apartment building when he was shot twice in the torsoby an unknown suspect. The victim was transported to an area hospital with serious injuries. Officers also determined that three apartments were also struck by gun fire.