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$1 Million Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at MoCo 7-Eleven Has Been Claimed

Published June 28, 2023 at 10:55PM | Updated June 28, 2023 at 11:52PM

A Montgomery County Resident is $1,000,000 richer after claiming a winning lottery ticket she purchased back in April from the 7-Eleven at 12405 Georgia Ave in Wheaton-Glenmont. Full story below courtesy of MD Lottery:

“Although she was chasing a Mega Millions jackpot, a Silver Spring woman is happy to join the game’s millionaires’ club after winning a $1 million second-tier prize in an April drawing. The Montgomery County resident, who said she has chased the jackpot her entire life, gave herself the nickname “Lady Jackpot Chaser” to tell the story of her April 18 Lottery win.

Montgomery County Council Statement Condemning Vandalism and Burning of Pride and Ukrainian Flags in Silver Spring

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 5:55PM

Per Montgomery County: The Montgomery County Council issued a statement on the recent vandalism, burning and removal of LGBTQ+ Pride flags, a Black Trans Lives Matter flag and Ukrainian flags at residential homes in Silver Spring in the early morning on Wednesday, June 28.

“We are outraged by the numerous incidents of hate and anti-LGBTQ+ vandalism that occurred early this morning, which included the removal and burning of Pride flags, LGBTQ+ banners, Ukrainian solidarity flags, a Black Trans Lives Matter flag and other inclusive lawn signs in the Park Hills neighborhood and nearby streets in Silver Spring.

Reports of Pride Flags, Ukrainian Flags and Inclusive Lawn Signs Being Desecrated in Silver Spring

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 3:02PM

According to Montgomery County Council President Evan Glass, Montgomery County Police have received reports of signs and flags being vandalized in Silver Spring. Glass tweeted the following:

Earlier today MCPD received reports of Pride flags, Ukrainian flags and inclusive lawn signs in Silver Spring being desecrated.

Suspect Arrested After Attempting to Abduct Two-Year-Old Child

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 1:32PM

According to Montgomery County Police, “On Friday, June 23, 2023, at approximately 1:05 p.m., 3rd District officers responded to City Place Mall (Ellsworth Place) at 8661 Colesville Rd. in Silver Spring for the report of a kidnapping that occurred in the playground of the mall.

The investigation has revealed that 32-year-old Jeffery Akame picked up a two-year-old child victim (male) from the playground. The mother of the victim intervened and took away her child from Akame. Akame then ran away and left the scene.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 14-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 12:34PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Ruth Ochoa, a missing 14-year-old from Silver Spring. Ruth was last seen on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at approximately 7 p.m., at her residence on Gateshead Manor Way in Silver Spring.

Ruth is approximately 5-feet, 5-inches tall and weighs 130 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown hair. She was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and a black book bag. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 11:38AM | Updated July 3, 2023 at 1:35PM

Yesenia is approximately 5-feet tall and weighs 100 pounds. She has dark brown eyes and dark red hair. She was last seen carrying a pink purse and wearing a black shirt and white pajama pants with cartoon makeup accessories on them. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

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

Wheaton TGIF Concert Series, Starting July 7 with the Brass of ‘Black Masala,’ Will Celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center

By Patrick Herron

Published June 28, 2023 at 11:11AM

Per Montgomery County: The Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District has teamed up with the iconic Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center for this year’s TGIF Summer Concert Series, offering after-work celebrations on Friday evenings. The weekly series, which will start July 7, will feature bands ranging from Black Masala to Jah Works, live artist demonstrations and beverages from Twin Valley Distillers.

The concerts will be at the Marian Fryer Town Plaza, adjacent to the Wheaton Business Triangle and near the Wheaton Metro Station.

Muoi Tieu Moving Into Former Mark’s Kitchen Space

By MCS Staff

Published June 28, 2023 at 8:19AM

Popular Takoma Park Vietnamese food truck, Muối Tiêu (pronounced “mooey tew”), will be moving into the former Mark’s Kitchen space (7006 Carroll Ave, Takoma Park) this fall as a Vietnamese […]

Detectives Investigate Shed Burglary; Photos of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published June 27, 2023 at 2:31PM | Updated June 28, 2023 at 4:26PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 4th District Investigative Section are investing a shed burglary that occurred on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, in the 12300 block of Atherton Dr. in Silver Spring. Detectives have released photos of the suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

At approximately 6:25 p.m., 4th District officers responded to the location for the report of a burglary that just occurred. The investigation by detectives determined that the unknown male suspect went into the victim’s shed and placed stolen tools in a black backpack. As the suspect was walking away from the scene, the adult male victim confronted him and pulled on the backpack, causing the stolen tools to fall. The suspect walked away from the scene without any stolen property.

Concern for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published June 27, 2023 at 1:28PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Evelyn Sanchez-Gomez, a missing 15-year-old from Aspen Hill.

Evelyn was last seen on Friday, June 23, 2023, at approximately 6 p.m., at her residence in the 3500 block of Pear Tree Court in Aspen Hill. Evelyn is approximately 5-feet, 3-inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. She has brown eyes and brown hair. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Collision Leads to Overturned Vehicle in Aspen Hill

By MCS Staff

Published June 27, 2023 at 12:55PM

A collision has lead to an overturned vehicle on Connecticut Ave at Georgia Avenue in Aspen Hill on Tuesday afternoon. Metrobus has warned of possible delays in north directions due to the blockage.

According to our public safety reporter Cordell Pugh, one occupant was extricated and taken to an area trauma center. Expect delays if you are driving in the area. Expect delays if you are driving in the area. Featured photo sent in by Instagram user @rossiearmas