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Concern for Missing 39-Year-Old Man

Published May 26, 2023 at 8:06PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Investigative Section are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Tommy Gbato Logan, a missing 39-year-old.

Tommy was last seen on Thursday, May 25, 2023, leaving his residence on Appledowre Circle in Germantown. He is approximately 5-feet, 10-inches tall and weighs 210 pounds. He has brown eyes and brown hair. Tommy may be driving a gray 2007 Toyota Corolla bearing Maryland license plate 1EJ3800. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

Regal Germantown is Offering $2 Movie Tickets to Classic Family Movies This Summer

By MCS Staff

Published May 26, 2023 at 4:18PM | Updated June 6, 2023 at 8:05AM

Regal in Germantown (20000 Century Blvd) will offer $2 tickets to movies all summer, every Tuesday and Wednesday for “Regal Summer Movie Express.” During the first show of the day, enjoy $2 tickets as Regal brings great family movies back to the BIG screen. This is the only Montgomery County Regal location that will be participating in the event, which will last for weeks while school is out. The full schedule can be seen below:

Week 1 — June 20 & 21

Police Investigating First-Degree Assault on Police Officer; Surveillance Photos of Suspect Released

By Patrick Herron

Published May 26, 2023 at 1:22PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District Patrol Investigations Unit are investigating a first-degree assault on a Montgomery County Police officer that occurred on Thursday, April 27, 2023, in the parking lot of the Wegmans at 20600 Seneca Meadows Parkway in Germantown. Detectives have released photos of the male suspect and are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying him.

At approximately 2:07 p.m., 5th District officers responded to the location for the report of a theft in progress. The investigation by detectives has revealed that the suspect entered the store, placed merchandise in a cart and exited the store without paying. The suspect then walked across the street to the parking garage where officers approached him. The suspect quickly ran towards his vehicle. Officers attempted to prevent the suspect from getting in the vehicle, but they were unsuccessful. The suspect got in the vehicle and drove away, striking an officer with the driver side of the vehicle.

The Town of Poolesville and UMCVFD Will Hold Its Annual Independence Day Celebration on July 4th

By MCS Staff

Published May 24, 2023 at 4:20PM | Updated May 25, 2023 at 5:50AM

The Upper Montgomery County Volunteer Fire Department and Town of Poolesville will also hold its annual Independence Day celebration with fireworks on Tuesday, July 4th. “Join our community in celebrating our national patriotism at the Soccer Fields off of Hughes Road! There will be music, food, fireworks and fun! Gates open at 5 pm.”

So far, other Montgomery County Independence Day celebrations have been announced in Germantown, Gaithersburg, Kensington/Wheaton, and Rockville:

‘Germantown Glory’ Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks to Take Place on Tuesday, July 4th

By MCS Staff

Published May 24, 2023 at 4:09PM | Updated May 25, 2023 at 5:51AM

‘Germantown Glory’ will take place on Tuesday, July 4th. It will feature live music beginning at 7 pm and fireworks beginning at 9:15 pm. No alcohol or pets are permitted. Time is approximate and may change due to weather. Additional information will be available closer to the event date. This event will be held at South Germantown Recreational Park (18041 Central Park Circle Boyds, Maryland 20841).

So far, other Montgomery County Independence Day celebrations have been announced in Gaithersburg, Kensington/Wheaton, Poolesville, and Rockville:

‘Mid-County Sparkles’ Celebration and Fireworks Display to Take Place on July 1

By MCS Staff

Published May 24, 2023 at 3:59PM | Updated May 25, 2023 at 5:51AM

Mid-County Sparkles, one of Montgomery County’s Independence Day celebrations, will take place on Saturday, July 1st. Live music begins at 6 pm and fireworks begin at 9:15 pm. No alcohol or pets are permitted. Time is approximate and may change due to weather and additional information will be available closer to the event date. This event will be held at Newport Mill Local Park (11201 Newport Mill Road Wheaton, MD 20895).

So far, other Montgomery County Independence Day celebrations have been announced in Gaithersburg, Germantown, Poolesville, and Rockville:

Traffic Stop in Germantown Leads to Multiple Arrests

By Patrick Herron

Published May 24, 2023 at 11:00AM | Updated May 24, 2023 at 1:02PM

Per MCPD: Officers from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 5th District – Community Action Team have arrested 28-year-old Humberto Guerra Jr., of Silver Spring, who had two outstanding criminal warrants that stemmed from a traffic stop that occurred on Friday, February 17, 2023. During that stop, an AR-15 was recovered and later determined to be stolen in a burglary from Alexandria, VA.

On Tuesday, May 16, 2023, officers observed 29-year-old Maria Argueta of Silver Spring, who they knew had an outstanding warrant for burglary from March 4, 2022, and her brother Guerra Jr. both get into a Grey Honda CR-V at a 7-11 in Germantown along with three other individuals.

SplashPark & Mini Golf Open in Germantown This Weekend

By MCS Staff

Published May 24, 2023 at 9:37AM

The SplashPark, one of the most popular features of South Germantown Recreational Park, opens this weekend (Saturday and Sundays only 5/27, 5/28, 6/3, 6/4, 6/10, 6/11, 6/17, and 6/18) until the facility fully opens for the season Tuesday, June 20^th through Monday, September 4th, operating from 10am – 6pm (closed on Monday’s except Memorial & Labor Day).

Per Montgomery Parks, “Kids will have an excellent time and stay cool playing in the one-of-a-kind 280-jet water maze, cave with a waterfall, water bucket drops, slide, and spraying animals. Tables and umbrellas provide shaded rest areas. On-site restrooms, changing rooms, and vending machines are available. The SplashPark also features a fun Jumping Pillow that will keep kids hopping all day long.”

Update on Tuesday Evening Shooting in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published May 23, 2023 at 10:21PM

Montgomery County Police responded to a shooting in the 19000 block of Misty Meadow Terrace in Germantown on Tuesday, May 23. According to MCPD, “At approximately 7:43 p.m., 5th District officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting. Officers located an adult male victim with apparent gunshot wounds to his body and provided life-saving measures to him until Montgomery County Fire Rescue arrived.

The victim was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No bystanders were injured during the shooting. The suspect(s) have not been apprehended.”

One Person Shot and Transported to Hospital Tuesday Evening in Germantown

By Patrick Herron

Published May 23, 2023 at 8:27PM

GERMANTOWN SHOOTING: ~7:40PM Tues, Misty Meadow Terrace off Wisteria Dr. (MoCo, MD). Person shot multiple times. Numerous shots fired, at least 1 round found inside a nearby occupied residence. MoCo Police 5D Officers applied 2 tourniquets prior to 🚑 arrival. @StopTheBleed

— Cordell (@CordellTraffic) May 24, 2023

Wegmans Pasta Sauce Sold in Maryland Stores Recalled Due to Allergy Alert

By MCS Staff

Published May 23, 2023 at 8:58AM

LiDestri Foods is recalling 24-ounce jars of Wegman’s Italian Classics Diavolo pasta sauce, because it may contain undeclared fish (anchovy). People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to anchovy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products. The Diavolo pasta sauce was sold at Wegman’s grocery stores in Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Virginia between April 3, 2023 and May 16, 2023.

The product can be identified as a mason jar with red pasta sauce, called Diavolo. The only expiration date affected is March 31, 2025, with the code F0589: