MoCo Police Archives - Page 60 of 101

Man Accidentally Shoots Himself in a Car in Chevy Chase; Non-Life Threatening Injuries Sustained

Published August 30, 2023 at 9:52PM

At approximately 6:35PM on Wednesday evening, an individual handling a rifle accidentally shot himself on Willard Avenue near MD-355 Wisconsin Avenue. The incident occurred while the man was in a car that was parked near the outdoor dining area of a restaurant, according to our public safety reporter Cordell Pugh. Westbound Willard was briefly blocked by the response while Montgomery County Police 2nd District handling the scene.

The Commander of MCPD’s 2nd district tweeted the following update, “Officers are in the area of Willard/Friendship Blvd for an accidental discharge of a firearm. There is no threat to the community at this time. Adult male transported with non-life-threatening injuries.”

Man Assaults Wife and Family Member With Knife Monday Night in Glenmont

By MCS Staff

Published August 29, 2023 at 4:12PM

At approximately 7:39 p.m., Montgomery County Police officers responded to an apartment in the 12500 block of Winexburg Manor Drive in Glenmont for the report of a stabbing/assault.

According to police, “The preliminary investigation has revealed that there was a domestic dispute between a husband (adult male) and a wife (adult female) as well a family member (adult male). The husband cut his wife on her arm and cut the family member in the face with a knife. The family member punched the husband in the face.

Antisemitic Graffiti Found Under Bridge on Josiah Henson Parkway in North Bethesda (Sensitive Content)

By MCS Staff

Published August 28, 2023 at 4:14PM

The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington (JFGW) shared a photo of antisemitic graffiti found under a bridge on Josiah Henson Parkway in North Bethesda (an unedited photo can be seen below). They released the following statement: “We are deeply disturbed by the racist and antisemitic message found under a bridge of Josiah Henson Parkway in North Bethesda, MD. Our community will continue to stand strong and resilient in the face of hatred in all its forms.” The JFGW also stated that they are working closely with their security team and Montgomery County Police to keep the community safe and learn more about this incident. JFGW asks the public to continue to report security concerns or incidents to their security team.

Montgomery County Councilmember Kate Stewart also tweeted the following regarding the graffiti, “I condemn the hateful message and swastikas found under a bridge of Josiah Henson Parkway in the vicinity of Tildenwood Dr in North Bethesda. I have been in touch with MCPD District 2D, which is investigating this hate vandalism and we are working to remove it immediately.” She also tweeted that residents are advised to report similar incidents to MCPD at 301-279-8000 as soon as they are seen.

Sobriety Checkpoint to Take Place Friday, August 25th

By MCS Staff

Published August 24, 2023 at 10:37PM

Per Montgomery County Police: On Friday, August 25, 2023, officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police and allied agencies 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:

What: Sobriety Checkpoint

Montgomery County Bomb Squad to Conduct Training That May Cause Loud Booms On Wednesday in Poolesville

By MCS Staff

Published August 22, 2023 at 1:35PM

According to Montgomery County Police social media, the Montgomery County Bomb Squad will be conducting explosives training at the Outdoor Shooting Range off of Elmer School Rd. in Poolesville, on Wednesday, August 22, 2023 from 9am-3 p.m.

Residents in the Poolesville/Dickerson area may hear louder than usual “booms,” however there is no need for alarm.

Safety Tips For Parents, Motorists, and Children With Schools Starting Monday

By MCS Staff

Published August 21, 2023 at 2:23PM | Updated August 21, 2023 at 2:44PM

Montgomery County Public Schools are back in session next Monday, August 28 and Takoma Park Police are reminding drivers and residents to be extra vigilant to ensure the safety of our school children and school crossing guards during the school year.

A “Crossing Guards’ primary responsibility is to facilitate the safe crossing of students to and from school each day in all weather conditions. These crossing guards are trained and certified in traffic and pedestrian safety. Each one wears a highly visible bright yellow reflective safety vest.

Man in Custody After Report of Shooting/Domestic Violence in Poolesville on Sunday Night

By MCS Staff

Published August 21, 2023 at 9:25AM

According to Montgomery County Police, “On Sunday, August 20, 2023, at approximately 10:30 p.m., Montgomery County Police Officers responded to the 19800 block of Beatriz Ave. in Poolesville for the report […]

Sobriety Checkpoint Tonight (Friday, August 18) Starting at 10pm

By MCS Staff

Published August 18, 2023 at 12:51PM

On Friday, August 18, 2023, officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police and allied agencies 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.

What: Sobriety Checkpoint

Detectives Seek Public’s Assistance in Locating Missing 87-Year-Old-Woman

By MCS Staff

Published August 17, 2023 at 7:22AM | Updated August 17, 2023 at 2:23PM

She was last seen on Wednesday, August 16, 2023, at approximately 9 a.m., in the 4700 block of Essex Avenue in Chevy Chase. Description: 5-feet, 3-inches tall, 130 lbs., brown eyes, shoulder length gray hair. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Julie Burfield is asked to call Montgomery County Police Non-Emergency (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line).

Gun Buyback Event to be Held August 26; $100/$200 Visa Gift Cards Offered for Functioning Guns Including Assault Style Weapons and “Ghost Guns”

By Patrick Herron

Published August 16, 2023 at 1:27PM

The Rockville City Police Department will be holding a gun buyback event on Saturday, August 26, from 9am-1pm at RedGate Park in Rockville. Last year over 300 hundred guns were turned at similar event. Full details below:

The Rockville City Police Department, in partnership with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office and Montgomery County Public Schools, will host a gun buyback event from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, at RedGate Park – 14500 Avery Road, Rockville, MD 20850.

MCPD Responds to Several Illegal Car Meet-ups Saturday Night

By Patrick Herron

Published August 13, 2023 at 8:44PM

On Saturday, August 12, Montgomery County Police released a message on social media stating that they were responding to several locations for illegal car meet-up events and that they would be enforcing traffic violations in those areas. According to MCPD, the gatherings were shut down and no arrests were made.