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Body Found in Seneca Creek; Police Asking for Assistance Identifying

Published July 10, 2023 at 7:17PM

Per MCPD: The Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division, Homicide Section is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a body that was recovered from Seneca Creek. On Sunday, July 9, 2023, at approximately 5:41 p.m., 1st District officers, along with officers from Maryland Natural Resources were dispatched to the area of for the report of a body in the Creek.

Montgomery County Fire Rescue responded and removed the body, and it was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, who determined the manner of death to be a homicide.

Collision Reconstruction Unit Investigating Germantown Fatal Motorcycle Collision; Identity of Victim Released

By Patrick Herron

Published July 10, 2023 at 3:46PM

Per MCPD: A 24-year-old Clarksburg man has died following a traffic collision that occurred on Sunday, July 9, 2023. At approximately 6:13 p.m., 5th District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the intersection of Frederick Rd. at Milestone Manor Ln., for the report of a traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a vehicle.

Preliminarily, Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) detectives have determined that the operator of a black 2021 Yamaha MT09 motorcycle was traveling southbound on Frederick Rd. approaching the intersection at Milestone Manor Ln. when for reasons still under investigation, he struck a left turning white 2017 Toyota Prius. The driver of the Prius and a passenger were treated for minor injuries at an area hospital. The motorcyclist was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead. The motorcyclist has been identified as Elijah Isaiah Shand Thweatt, of Clarksburg. Anyone with information regarding this collision is asked to contact CRU detectives at (240) 773-6620.

Motorcyclist Dead After Collision Sunday Evening in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published July 9, 2023 at 8:42PM

Montgomery County Police are investigating g a fatal collision involving a motorcycle that occurred, Sunday, July 9. According to MCPD, “At approximately 6:11 p.m., 5th District officers and Montgomery County Fire Rescue personnel responded to the area of Milestone Manor Ln. and Frederick Rd. for the report of a traffic collision involving a motorcycle and a vehicle.

Black Bear Spotted in Germantown Friday Night

By MCS Staff

Published July 8, 2023 at 6:05PM

Germantown resident Patty Pastera spotted a black bear in her back yard on Friday night, July 7th shortly after 10pm. “Black Bear on our property last night 7/7/23 at 10:19PM (Black Stallion Way, Germantown MD, along side Route 118. The bear stayed in our yard for 25 mins, knocked down our bird feeder and ate most of the seeds in it, tried to climb the oak tree but way too high for him. Any idea who to call? Maybe they can bring him back to the wild? It’s so unsafe for this bear to be in a dark, busy highway like 118. 😅☺️”

In May and June there were multiple bear sightings in Chevy Chase, Kensington, Rockville, and Burtonsville, with one bear that was trapped and relocated by the Rockville City Police Department and the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) on May 8th.

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 16-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published July 6, 2023 at 12:05PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Karla Daniela De Paz, a missing 16-year-old from Germantown.

De Paz was last seen on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at approximately 2 p.m., on Stone Hollow Drive. De Paz is approximately 5-feet, 3-inches tall and 120 pounds. She has brown hair with blonde highlights and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a long-sleeved gray shirt and black shorts.

Two-Vehicle Crash on 355 in Germantown Late Wednesday Morning

By MCS Staff

Published July 5, 2023 at 12:27PM

MCFRS responded to a two-vehicle crash that resulted in Toyota Corolla on its roof on Northbound MD-355, just past Ridge Road in Germantown at approximately 11:15AM on Wednesday morning. Only minor injuries occurred, per our safety reporter Cordell Pugh. The crash caused some delays in the area.

Featured photo courtesy of Instagram user @javyaquino20

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 23-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published July 4, 2023 at 3:53PM | Updated July 5, 2023 at 10:48AM

Tylasia was last seen on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at approximately 12 p.m., leaving her residence on Aberstraw Way in Germantown. Tylasia is approximately 5-feet, 1-inches tall. She was last seen wearing glasses. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

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

‘Germantown Glory’ Celebration and Fireworks Tonight

By MCS Staff

Published July 4, 2023 at 11:07AM

“Our Independence Day fireworks displays are such wonderful events and the perfect opportunity to enjoy music, outdoors and time with family and friends,” said Montgomery County Recreation Director Robin Riley. “We look forward to celebrating together once again this summer.”

Tuesday, July 4, 7 p.m.: Germantown Glory at South Germantown Recreational Park, located at 18041 Central Park Circle in Germantown (Boyds)

Concern for Missing 28-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published July 3, 2023 at 3:20PM

Green was last seen on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at approximately 1:46 p.m., in the 19700 block of Germantown Rd. Green is approximately 6-feet, 2-inches tall and weighs 190 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, black jean shorts, black leggings and black boots. He also has a nose ring. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

A List of Where to Buy Marijuana (Legally) in MoCo

By Patrick Herron

Published July 1, 2023 at 10:52AM

The sale of marijuana for recreational use in Maryland begins today, July 1. Below is a list of all the cannabis dispensaries located in Montgomery County. Visit the Maryland Cannabis Administration website for information on dispensaries across the state of the Maryland.

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Police Respond to Shooting Friday Night in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published June 30, 2023 at 7:49PM | Updated June 30, 2023 at 8:06PM

Montgomery County Police tweeted the following on Friday, June 30 at 7:41pm: “MCP 5th District officers are investigating a shooting in the 19600 block of Crystal Rock Drive in Germantown. No reported injuries. The scene is secured. More information will be released as it becomes available.”

We will post an update if additional information becomes available.