Takoma Park Police are investigating a reported sexual assault that allegedly occurred in April 2025 and are asking the public for additional information as the investigation continues.
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The Rockville City Police Department has named Neighborhood Services Officer Fred Mowell its 2025 Civilian of the Year and Officer Chance Thrasher its 2025 Officer of the Year.
A 16-year-old Silver Spring teen has been arrested and charged as an adult after police say he was found in possession of a loaded ghost gun and suspected marijuana inside a Takoma Park apartment building.
The City of Gaithersburg has appointed Shawn Eastman as its new Chief of Police following the retirement of Chief Mark Sroka.
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A suspect wanted for shooting at a Maryland State Trooper during a traffic stop early yesterday morning in Baltimore was apprehended in Montgomery County and charged with attempted murder, per Maryland State Police.
Law enforcement agencies working with the Maryland Car Rally Task Force disrupted multiple illegal car rallies overnight, including activity in Silver Spring and Chevy Chase, as part of a coordinated enforcement effort across the National Capital Region.
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Takoma Park Police are investigating an armed robbery and stabbing that occurred Sunday evening, February 15, in the 7100 block of Cedar Avenue.
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.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore signed new legislation on Tuesday prohibiting state and local law enforcement agencies from participating in federal civil immigration enforcement through deputization programs.
A Maryland State Trooper is being credited with saving the life of a choking infant in Cecil County, MD after an emergency unfolded during a traffic stop on February 14.