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Suspects in Stolen Kia Arrested for Stealing Cash Registers From Several Businesses

Published August 4, 2023 at 2:44PM

Per MCPD: Three suspects; 18-year-old Jefry Stevent Padilla-Sanchez, of Silver Spring, 18-year-old Josue Membreno, of Washington D.C., and 18-year-old Edward Canales, of no fixed address, have been arrested and charged in connection with a commercial burglary trend in the Wheaton and Silver Spring areas. On Thursday, August 3, 2023, officers observed a stolen Kia Sol and later determined that the three suspects in the car forced entry into three stores and remove cash registers and cash drawers.

Following a traffic stop, all three suspects were taken into custody without incident. Padilla-Sanchez has been charged with multiple counts of 2nd degree burglary, theft: $1,500 to under $25,000 and auto theft related charges. He was transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit, where he is currently being held without bond.

Police and Family Searching for Missing 16-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published August 4, 2023 at 12:48PM | Updated August 8, 2023 at 9:48AM

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

The Special Victims Investigations Division is asking for the public's assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old.https://t.co/NBjO0PUAGN #mcpnews #missingperson pic.twitter.com/dyXF6NWcRA

Police Investigating Theft from Multiple Vehicles in Rockville; Surveillance Photos of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published August 4, 2023 at 11:44AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police -1st District Patrol Investigative Unit are investigating several theft from autos that occurred on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at the Research Row Plaza in the 1400 block of Research Road in Rockville. Detectives have released surveillance photos of the suspect and the suspect’s vehicle and asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

The investigation has revealed that the suspect forced entry into several vehicles parked in the parking lot, stole property from the vehicles and left the scene in a dark colored, four door Chevrolet. Detectives reviewed surveillance cameras and obtained a description of the suspect. The suspect is described as a black male, in his forties or fifties, with a large build and approximately 5-feet, 10-inches tall. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, black shorts, white socks and white and red shoes.

Police and Family Concerned or Missing 16-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published August 4, 2023 at 10:27AM

The Special Victims Investigations Division is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 16-year-old. Hagan Rousseau was last seen on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at approximately 12 p.m., in the 1200 block of Brantford Avenue in Silver Spring. Hagen is 5’7″, 145 Ibs., with possibly maroon colored hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black shirt and black track pants.

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

MCPD: Concern for Missing Gaithersburg Father and Daughter

By Patrick Herron

Published August 3, 2023 at 11:30PM | Updated August 4, 2023 at 9:21AM

6th District Investigators are looking for a missing father and daughter from Gaithersburg.#MCPD #MCPNews #MissingPerson pic.twitter.com/B6ZpviPkhp

Juveniles Aged 13, 16, and 17 Arrested for Armed Carjacking and Robbery; Two Charged as Adults

By Patrick Herron

Published August 3, 2023 at 12:18PM | Updated August 3, 2023 at 12:38PM

Per MCPD: Three teens; 13, 16, and 17-years-old have been arrested and charged for an armed carjacking and armed robbery that occurred on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. The preliminary investigation by detectives revealed that the adult victim was driving on Wayne Ave. when he noticed a Black Jeep Grand Cherokee following him. When the victim parked at his residence, the Jeep drove off. The Jeep then came back and blocked the victim’s car. As the victim was getting out, five to six unknown Black male suspects, wearing dark clothing and masks, got out of the Jeep, pointed a gun at the victim, demanded his property and the password to his cellphone, to which the victim complied. One of the suspects punched the victim in the face and followed him as he ran away. The suspects then left in the victim’s Black Infiniti FX35 and the Jeep.

Through the course of the investigation, detectives identified three individuals as suspects. The 13-year-old was charged and referred to the Department of Juvenile Services. The 16-year-old was arrested on the strength of an arrest warrant and charged as an adult with armed carjacking and armed robbery. He is currently being held in Washington, D.C on unrelated charges. The 17-year-old has been charged as an adult with armed carking and armed robbery and is currently being held without bond at the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published August 2, 2023 at 4:03PM

The Special Victims Investigations Division is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old. Fernanda Azevedo De Silva was last seen on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., on Bronco Ct. in Germantown Silva is 5 feet, 120 lbs., with brown hair and brown eyes.

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

MCPD: 19-Year-Old Charged in Connection with Damascus Murder; 16-Year-Old Primary Suspect Still Wanted

By Patrick Herron

Published August 2, 2023 at 3:27PM

Per MCPD: A 19-year-old from Damascus has been arrested and charged with murder, in connection with a Father’s Day homicide. Khamani Imes was arrested on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, for allegedly giving a gun to Isaiah Brown-Hawkins that was used in the homicide of 33-year-old James Joel Austin on Sunday, June 18. The 16-year-old allegedly shot Austin and then drove away in the victim’s Honda that was located in Washington, DC. Brown-Hawkins was not with the vehicle and has not been found.

Imes was taken into custody at his Bethesda Church Road home where Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes detectives, with the assistance of the MCPD SWAT Unit, executed a search warrant. A firearm was recovered during a search of the residence. Imes was placed under arrest for underage possession of a firearm and transported to the Montgomery County Central Processing Unit, where he was also charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy. He is being held without bond.

Concern for Missing 17-Year-Old Last Seen July 15

By Patrick Herron

Published August 1, 2023 at 3:38PM

The Special Victims Investigations Division is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 17-year-old. Brianna Powers was last seen on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at approximately 2 p.m., in the 13600 of Dover Cliff Place in Germantown. Powers is 5’3″ with brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing black shorts and a black hooded sweatshirt.

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

Updated Security Measures for This Year’s Montgomery County Fair; Metal Detectors and List of Prohibited Items

By Patrick Herron

Published August 1, 2023 at 1:39PM

The Montgomery County Agricultural Fair has revised its safety/security measures for this year’s event, which takes place August 11th-19th. Per the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair: The Montgomery County Agricultural Fairgrounds is private property and we do not recognize any state or federal issued Concealed or Open Carry Firearm Permit. The Fair is a Family Friendly event that provides agricultural education and entertainment to children of all ages. Carrying firearms, weapons, and inappropriate behavior are prohibited.

Patrons entering the Fairgrounds will pass through metal detectors at each of our General Admission entry gates. These units will be adjusted to detect prohibited weapons and allow timely passage without the need to empty backpacks or pockets. Keys, cell phones, coins and other common items are permissible and will not be detected. Please leave hard, protective sunglass cases home as the metal in these cases will trigger the alarm. Accommodations will be in place at each gate to permit passage of strollers, child carriers, electric mobility chairs and similar devices.

Driver Who Struck and Killed Elderly Couple on Election Day Convicted of Vehicular Homicide While Under the Influence of Alcohol

By Patrick Herron

Published July 31, 2023 at 6:47PM

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According to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office, “After a bench trial today in the Circuit Court for Montgomery County, MD, the honorable Bibi Berry found defendant, Davinder Singh, 47, of Gaithersburg, guilty of Homicide by Motor Vehicle While Under the Influence of Alcohol, Driving While Under the Influence of Alcohol, and multiple related charges. Singh faces up to ten years in prison and $14,000 in fines. A sentencing hearing is scheduled for October 20^th, 2023, at 1:30 p.m.

This stems from the Election Day collision on Tuesday, November 8^th, 2022, that occurred on School Drive in Gaithersburg which caused the deaths of 65-year-old Miguel Antonio Ortiz and 70-year-old Ana Margarita Ortiz. The married couple from Gaithersburg were crossing the street to vote at a school polling place. Assistant State’s Attorney Bryan Roslund is handling prosecution of this case.