The Gaithersburg Police Department recently recognized several officers for their service and leadership during its Awards and Promotional Ceremony, where Chief Eastman honored award recipients and newly promoted members.

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Gaithersburg Police Chief Mark Sroka will retire after 16 years with the City of Gaithersburg Police Department effective March 6, 2026. Chief Sroka was presented with a proclamation proclaiming March 6 as “Police Chief Mark Sroka Day” in the City of Gaithersburg, recognizing his service and dedication to law enforcement and his significant contributions to the Gaithersburg Police Department. The proclamation was presented during the February 17 Mayor and City Council meeting.

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Updated with additional information from Gaithersburg Police

Officers were dispatched at 7:08 p.m. to the 400 block of North Frederick Avenue in Gaithersburg following a report of a shooting, according to the Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD).


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