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First Ever Civilian Assistant Police Chief No Longer Employed by Montgomery County

Published August 2, 2022 at 9:02AM | Updated August 2, 2022 at 9:27AM

Carmen Facciolo, who was appointed as Montgomery County’s first civilian assistant police chief in June 2021, is no longer employed by the Montgomery County government, according to a report by WTOP. Facciolo was suspended by the Montgomery County Police Department back in June of this year. At the time, Chief Marcus Jones issued a department-wide email acknowledging the suspension, saying “Effective immediately, all duties and authority vested in the Chief of the Community Resources Bureau are vested in Captain Marc Erme. This will remain in place until further notice.” No statement was released by MCPD or Montgomery County on why Facciolo was originally suspended, citing that it was a “personnel matter.”

From a June 2021 article: “Assistant Chief Facciolo joins the Montgomery County Police Department from the Bronx District Attorney’s Office where he served as a Deputy Chief overseeing the Strategic Enforcement and Intergovernmental Relations Division. In this role, Assistant Chief Facciolo directed all intelligence and crime strategies efforts, technical investigations including crime scene, photo, cell-site analysis, and digital forensics, forensic science services, strategic technology, the planning and analysis unit, and the alternatives to incarceration bureau. Assistant Chief Facciolo served as District Attorney Clark’s liaison to federal, state, and local law enforcement, forensics, and intelligence agencies, and managed her relationships with federal and state elected officials, local legislators, The Hill, and stakeholder organizations. Lastly, Assistant Chief Facciolo coordinated the county’s response to major law enforcement incidents, the opioid epidemic and mental health and crisis intervention services.

Video Recap of MCPS Summer 2022 Safety Summit

By MCS Staff

Published July 29, 2022 at 9:47AM

MCPS hosted the Summer 2022 Safety Summit at Walter Johnson High School bringing together school leaders and community safety partners for discussions and training. The conference provided information and clarity around the new memorandum of understanding between MCPS and police. A video recap of the Safety Summit is available below:

https://youtu.be/hQWN0pyGw9U

County Council Seeks Applicants for Policing Advisory Commission

By Patrick Herron

Published July 22, 2022 at 12:33PM

The public members on the Commission should reflect a range of ethnicities, socioeconomic status and places of origin to reflect the racial and economic diversity of the County’s communities, including religious creed, age, sex – including on the basis of gender identity or orientation, disability and geographic location, with emphasis on those disproportionately impacted by inequities; and have an interest or expertise in policing matters. Public members must participate in the Montgomery County Police Department’s Citizen Academy.

The 15-member Commission consists of nine voting public members nominated and appointed by the County Council; four voting public members nominated by the County Executive and appointed by the County Council; and two non-voting ex officio members appointed by the County Council: the Police Chief or the Police Chief’s designee, and the President of an employee organization certified under Article V of Chapter 33 (Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 35) or the President’s designee.

Missing 27-Year-Old Montgomery County Man Found Dead

By MCS Staff

Published July 22, 2022 at 11:50AM

Missing Montgomery County man, Tyrell Jamaal Grice who was last seen in the Aspen Hill area, has been located deceased. According to Montgomery County Police, no foul play is suspected in his death.

Per our previous report: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section were asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 27-year-old. Tyrell Jamaal Grice was last seen on Sunday, July 17, 2022, at approximately 1 a.m., in the 4900 block of McCall St.

Police Investigating String of Bank Robberies in Montgomery County

By Patrick Herron

Published July 22, 2022 at 10:54AM

On Tuesday, January 18, 2022, Montgomery County Police 3rd District officers responded to the Sandy Spring Bank, located on the 3500 block of Spencerville Rd. in Burtonsville, for a bank robbery that just occurred. The preliminary investigation revealed that at approximately 3:10 p.m., the male suspect entered the bank and approached a teller window. Once at the window, the suspect slid a note to the teller, announcing the robbery and demanding money. The teller complied and gave the suspect an undisclosed amount of money.

The suspect left the bank in an unknown direction.

Maxwell Uy Leads Robert Bass in MoCo Sheriff’s Race

By MCS Staff

Published July 20, 2022 at 2:31PM

With 246 of 258 Election Day precincts reporting, Maxwell Uy leads Robert Bass in the race to become Montgomery County Sheriff. As of 1:57pm on Wednesday, Uy had 20,654 (53.52%) votes compared to 18,332 (46.48%) for Bass. The winner will take over for outgoing Sheriff Darren Popkin, who has served in the position since 2010 and announced last year that he will not seek re-election. Prior to his election on November 2, 2010 and re-election in 2014, Sheriff Popkin was the Chief Deputy, second-in-command of the Sheriff’s Office for twelve years.

Uy currently serves as Chief Deputy Sheriff for Montgomery County, in charge of the day to day operations of the Sheriff’s office on behalf of Sheriff Darren Popkin. Per his campaign website, he “worked his way up the ladder after gaining experience in the Criminal Section, Domestic Violence Section (both as a Deputy and supervising Sergeant), and Court & Transportation Section. His experience extends further as a former Montgomery County Public Safety Academy Sergeant and Training Coordinator cooperating with the Montgomery County Police Department.”

Concern for Missing Boonsboro Teenager

By MCS Staff

Published July 19, 2022 at 7:17PM | Updated July 23, 2022 at 7:30AM

Updated on 7/20/22: There is concern for a missing Montgomery County teenager who was last seen in Hagerstown on Sunday, July 17th. Skylar Lea Paige, who goes by Sky, is 16 years old and could be in the Glenmont/Wheaton/Silver Spring area.

Detectives Continue to Investigate “Grandparent Scam;” Surveillance Video Released

By Patrick Herron

Published July 9, 2022 at 1:16PM

The investigations by detectives determined that on Tuesday, May 31, an 84-year-old victim was contacted by a suspect claiming to be her grandson, stating that he was in jail and needed money to secure his release. After withdrawing the money, the victim called the number she was instructed to call. She was informed that a “courier” would come to her residence in the 17000 block of Chiswell Road to collect the money. A short time later, a male wearing brown shorts and a reflective construction vest arrived at her door to pick up the money. The victim handed the money to the “courier,” who then left in a dark colored, four-door sedan, with the stolen money.

On Wednesday, June 1, 2022, a 78-year-old victim was contacted by a suspect claiming to be his daughter who told him that she had been arrested and needed money to secure her release from jail. After withdrawing the money, the victim called the number that he was instructed to call. The victim was told a “courier” would come to his residence in the 7500 block of Hampden Lane to collect the money. A short time later, the “courier” arrived at his residence to retrieve the money. The suspect then walked away with the stolen money.

Montgomery County Police Hold Commemorative Ceremony to Mark 100th Anniversary, Governor Hogan and County Executive Elrich Attend

By Patrick Herron

Published July 7, 2022 at 12:00PM

The Montgomery County Police Department held a commemorative ceremony this morning at the Red Brick Courthouse (29 Courthouse Square, Rockville) in recognition of the Montgomery County Police Department’s 100^th anniversary. Police Chief Marcus Jones, Governor Larry Hogan, County Executive Marc Elrich, and County Council President Gabe Albornoz were among those in attendance.

At the event, Chief Marcus Jones revealed the contents of a time capsule buried 25 years ago, which included a Polaroid camera, patches, and a uniform. Items placed in the new time capsule included a taser, COVID-19 mask, and body worn camera.

Montgomery County Rolls Out New Portal for Filing Complaints Against Police Officers

By Patrick Herron

Published July 5, 2022 at 4:00PM

The newly formed Police Accountability Board (PAB) will oversee complaints filed against the Montgomery County Police Department, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, City of Gaithersburg Police Department, City of Takoma Park Police Department, City of Rockville Police Department, and Village of Chevy Chase Police Department and its officers.

Montgomery County’s PAB was established after the passage of the Maryland Police Accountability Act of 2021 (MD-HB 670.) It is a repeal and replacement of the Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights.

Montgomery County Council Appoints Nine Nominees to Serve on Police Accountability Board

By Patrick Herron

Published June 29, 2022 at 2:12PM

ROCKVILLE, Md., June 28, 2022—Today the Montgomery County Council appointed the nine individuals nominated by the County Executive to serve on the inaugural Police Accountability Board (PAB).

“Montgomery County is committed to ensuring that we build bridges between our community and law enforcement to ensure community safety for all,” said Council President Gabe Albornoz. “The Police Accountability Board will play a critical role in ensuring that connection, and I appreciate the residents who have come forward to serve.”