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Driver and Officers Identified in Fatal I-270 Pursuit

Published May 30, 2023 at 4:57PM | Updated May 30, 2023 at 5:18PM

Per the Maryland Attorney General: The Independent Investigations Division of the Office of the Attorney General has identified the decedent and involved officers in the fatal crash that occurred on May 20, 2023, in Montgomery County along I-270. The decedent has been identified as 37-year-old Lawrence White of Washington, D.C.

All the involved officers are with the Montgomery County Police Department. The officers are identified as Sergeant Brett Trahan, a 29-year veteran; Police Officer III Kyle Baxter, a 9-year veteran; Police Officer III Jonathan Johnson, a 5-year veteran; and Police Officer Quinton Bowles, who has approximately a year-and-a-half of law enforcement experience. All of the officers are assigned to the Patrol Services Bureau.

Man Arrested After Openly Carrying Assault Rifle and Knocking on Random Doors in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published May 30, 2023 at 9:43AM

Per MCPD: 30-year-old, Trevor Copeland of Silver Spring has been arrested after walking around a Germantown neighborhood, while openly carrying an assault rifle. On Thursday, April 27, 2023, officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District- Community Action Team received a report of an individual walking around an apartment complex in the 23000 block of Sweetgum Circle, carrying an assault rifle and knocking on random doors.

When officers arrived at the complex, they quickly made contact with Copeland, who was on the 3rdfloor. Following several minutes of communication, officers quickly apprehended Copeland. When Copeland was taken into custody, he was in possession of a Privately Manufactured Firearm (PMF) short-barreled assault rifle loaded with 300 black ammunition rounds, with one round in the chamber.

Concern for Missing 23-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published May 27, 2023 at 12:08PM | Updated May 28, 2023 at 11:04AM

Tylasia was last seen on Saturday, May 27, 2023, leaving her residence on Aberstaw Way in Germantown. She is approximately 5-feet, 1-inch tall. She has black hair and dark colored eyes. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Tylasia Claudia Russell is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line). Callers may remain anonymous.

MCPD: Sobriety Checkpoint Conducted Tonight; Always Choose a Sober Driver

By Patrick Herron

Published May 26, 2023 at 8:08PM

Per MCPD: Tonight (Friday, May 26, 2023), the Montgomery County Department of Police and allied agencies (Maryland State Police, Maryland Transportation Authority Police, Takoma Park Police, Rockville City Police and Gaithersburg Police) will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint and will conduct focused enforcement on impaired driving laws.

The exact location of the checkpoint will not be disclosed in advance.

Concern for Missing 39-Year-Old Man

By Patrick Herron

Published May 26, 2023 at 8:06PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Tommy Gbato Logan, a missing 39-year-old.

Tommy was last seen on Thursday, May 25, 2023, leaving his residence on Appledowre Circle in Germantown. He is approximately 5-feet, 10-inches tall and weighs 210 pounds. He has brown eyes and brown hair. Tommy may be driving a gray 2007 Toyota Corolla bearing Maryland license plate 1EJ3800. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

Police Investigating First-Degree Assault on Police Officer; Surveillance Photos of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published May 26, 2023 at 1:22PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Patrol Investigations Unit are investigating a first-degree assault on a Montgomery County Police officer that occurred on Thursday, April 27, 2023, in the parking lot of the Wegmans at 20600 Seneca Meadows Parkway in Germantown. Detectives have released photos of the male suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

At approximately 2:07 p.m., 5th District officers responded to the location for the report of a theft in progress. The investigation by detectives has revealed that the suspect entered the store, placed merchandise in a cart and exited the store without paying. The suspect then walked across the street to the parking garage where officers approached him. The suspect quickly ran towards his vehicle. Officers attempted to prevent the suspect from getting in the vehicle, but they were unsuccessful. The suspect got in the vehicle and drove away, striking an officer with the driver side of the vehicle.

Concern for Missing 16-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published May 26, 2023 at 12:41PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Anthony Amaya Ramos, a missing 16-year-old from Wheaton. Anthony was last seen on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at approximately 7:15 a.m., in the 2300 block of Blueridge Avenue. Anthony is approximately 5-feet, 5-inches tall and weighs 125 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a long sleeve gray shirt, gray pants and black sneakers.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Anthony Amaya Ramos is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line) or the Special Victims Investigations Division at (240) 773-5400. Callers may remain anonymous.

Concern for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published May 26, 2023 at 11:46AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Hanan Al-Saghir, a missing 15-year-old from Gaithersburg. Hanan was last seen on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at approximately 7 a.m., in the 19600 block of Goshen Road. Hanan is approximately 5-feet, 3-inches tall and weighs 110 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what clothing she was last seen wearing.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Hanan Al-Saghir is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line) or the Special Victims Investigations Division at (240) 773-5400. Callers may remain anonymous.

Police Investigating Armed Robbery of Dunkin Donuts

By Patrick Herron

Published May 26, 2023 at 10:11AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating an armed robbery of a Dunkin Donuts that occurred on Thursday, May 18, 2023. Detectives have released surveillance video of the suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

The initial investigation has revealed that an unknown suspect entered a Dunkin Donuts in the 4300 block of Aspen Hill Road. The suspect walked up to the counter, displayed a box cutter and demanded money. When the employee began to back away from the counter, the suspect leaped over the counter and threatened the employee with a large knife he had in his waistband. The suspect then removed the cash boxes from the registers and left the scene. The suspect is described as a White or Hispanic male, approximately 40-years-old, 5-feet tall, with a thin build. He was wearing a white baseball hat, black jacket, light colored pants and tan work boots. He also had a white t-shirt around his face.

Concern for Missing 13-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published May 25, 2023 at 10:08PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Norma Lisseth-Amaya, a missing 13-year-old from Silver Spring.

Norma was last seen on Thursday, May 25, 2023, in the 3000 block of Weller Road. Norma is approximately 5-feet, 2-inches tall and weighs 110 pounds. She has auburn hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what clothing she was last seen wearing.

Montgomery County Issues Warning Against Reckless Driving Ahead of Memorial Day

By Patrick Herron

Published May 25, 2023 at 1:32PM

Per MCDOT: As Memorial Day weekend approaches, the Montgomery County Department of Police and the County’s Department of Transportation (MCDOT) are issuing a critical warning to motorists: Be safe, be aware and be responsible. Montgomery County Police and allied local and State police departments will be on the roads with enhanced patrols and sobriety checkpoints to get impaired drivers off the road. Nationally, the holiday weekend, marked by celebrations and increased travel, often comes with a surge in traffic crashes caused by excessive speed, impairment and distracted driving. The National Safety Council estimates 469 people may die on U.S. roads this Memorial Day holiday.

“This Memorial Day weekend, let us honor the memory of our fallen heroes by ensuring their sacrifice is not overshadowed by preventable tragedies,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. “Every day, about 37 people die nationally in drunk driving crashes—that is one person every 39 minutes. Vision Zero and MCDOT continue to build and improve roadway infrastructure, but driver behavior plays a very important role as well. It is especially important for all of us to be diligent in making responsible choices this holiday weekend to ensure safer roads for everyone.”