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Published April 28, 2023 at 6:58PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing 12-year-old from Wheaton.

Leah Parham was last seen on Friday, April 28, 2023, at approximately 12 p.m., at Sligo Middle School in the 1400 block of Dennis Ave. Parham is approximately 5-feet, 3-inches tall and weighs 145 pounds. She has black hair with gold strains and dark brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a white short sleeved shirt that says “Clueless” and blue/pink pajama pants with white stars. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Crime

Three Arrested for Armed Robbery of 7-Eleven on Shady Grove Road; Photos Released of Additional Person of Interest

By Patrick Herron

Published April 28, 2023 at 11:50AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division have arrested and charged 21-year-old, Chris Perez, 20-year-old, George Clarence Molina of Gaithersburg, and 25-year-old, Jonathan Schwegler of Germantown with an armed robbery that occurred on Friday, April 14, 2023, at a 7-Eleven in the 15900 block of Shady Grove Road.

The investigation by detectives has revealed that Molina and Perez entered the 7-Eleven at approximately 3 a.m. Perez approached the employee at the counter and demanded he open the cash register. As the employee attempted to open the drawer, Perez struck him in the head with a handgun. Perez then stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the drawer and left the store with Molina, who had been acting as a lookout. Molina and Perez drove away in a red Toyota, driven by Schwegler.

Gaithersburg

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 13-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published April 27, 2023 at 3:27PM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Special Victims Investigations Division (SVID) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Angely Alvarez, a missing 13-year-old from Gaithersburg. Alvarez was last seen on Monday, April 24, 2023, at approximately 11 p.m., in the 9800 Dockside Ter.

Alvarez is approximately 5-feet, 8-inches tall and weighs 140 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black sweater, grey jeans and black and white sneakers. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Fairland

Update: Four Children and One Adult Injured After Collision Involving School Bus Monday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published April 24, 2023 at 1:53PM

Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a collision involving a Montgomery County Public Schools bus on Monday, April 24, around 9:30am in the 13000 block of Old Columbia Pike in Fairland.

Four children (initially reported as five) and the driver were on the bus at the time of the collision. According to MCPD, “one child was extricated from the bus, but everyone was transported to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries” The ages of the children have not yet been released. According to a report, the bus was traveling to Fairland Elementary School.

Fairland

MCFRS Respond to Collision Involving School Bus Monday Morning; Five Children and One Adult Transported With Non-Life Threating Injuries

By Patrick Herron

Published April 24, 2023 at 10:17AM | Updated April 24, 2023 at 1:55PM

2pm Update: Montgomery County Police and Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services responded to a collision involving a Montgomery County Public Schools bus on Monday, April 24, around 9:30am in the 13000 block of Old Columbia Pike in Fairland.

Four children (initially reported as five) and the driver were on the bus at the time of the collision. According to MCPD, “one child was extricated from the bus, but everyone was transported to area hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries” The ages of the children have not yet been released. According to a report, the bus was traveling to Fairland Elementary School.

White Oak

Police Respond to Shooting Sunday Morning

By Patrick Herron

Published April 23, 2023 at 1:03PM

Montgomery County Police responded to a shooting in White Oak on Sunday, April 23. According to MCPD, “the call for a shooting was received at approximately 10:01 a.m. 3rd District officers responded to the 11300 block of Lockwood Dr. and located an adult male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries. No suspect is in custody at this time. At this time, there is no reason to believe there is a threat to the public.

Public safety reporter Cordell Pugh tweeted that that officers applied a tourniquet to the victim prior to EMS’ arrival. We will post an update when addition information is available.

Germantown

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 13-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published April 21, 2023 at 8:37PM | Updated April 27, 2023 at 7:53AM

Amaya is approximately 6-feet tall and weighs 200 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. It is unknown what clothing Amaya was last seen wearing. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Jefferson Amaya is asked to call the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000 (24-hour line) or the Special Victims Investigations Division at (240) 773-5400. Callers may remain anonymous.

Chevy Chase

Auto Theft Suspect in Custody After FOX 5 Helicopter Notifies MCPD of Suspect’s Location

By Patrick Herron

Published April 21, 2023 at 11:57AM

An auto theft suspect is in custody this morning after a FOX 5 helicopter alerted Montgomery County Police of the suspect’s location. According to MCPD, “At approximately 5:55 a.m., 2nd District officers were dispatched to Rolling Road in Chevy Chase. Neighbors witnessed suspicious vehicles and people checking (pulling on the handle of) car doors.

A 2D officer observed three suspicious vehicles on Leland and Woodbine Streets, and as the officer followed, all three vehicles drove off. The vehicles, a black Kia, Toyota Highlander and silver Range/Land Rover stopped at Beach and East West Highway. A brief pursuit was initiated, and during that pursuit, the black Kia drove over a median, causing the tires to blow out.

Germantown

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 15-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published April 21, 2023 at 11:42AM

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

Harmonee Sykes was last seen on Monday, April 17, 2023, at approximately 7 a.m., leaving her residence in the 19600 block of Scenery Drive in Germantown. Harmonee is approximately 5-feet, 9-inches tall and weighs 180 pounds. She has dark brown eyes and dark brown hair. She was last seen wearing a green sweater, blue jeans and black shoes. Police and family are concerned for her welfare.

Fairland

Update: Police Investigating Multiple Shots Fired Into Residence Near Fairland Elementary School

By Patrick Herron

Published April 21, 2023 at 11:39AM

Per MCPD: Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – 3rd District Investigative Section are investigating a shooting that occurred on April 13, 2023, in the 14300 block of Fairdale Road. At approximately 10:13 p.m., 3rd District officers responded to the location and located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.

The preliminary investigation has determined that unknown suspects fired multiple shots into a residence, striking the victim in the residence in the abdomen. The victim was transported to an area hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. Detectives have determined that a blue Tesla was observed leaving the scene shortly after the shooting.

Silver Spring

Police and Family Concerned for Missing 17-Year-Old

By Patrick Herron

Published April 21, 2023 at 11:33AM | Updated April 21, 2023 at 5:50PM

James is approximately 6-feet tall and weighs 190 pounds. He has dark colored eyes and black hair. He was last seen wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and brown shorts. Police and family are concerned for his welfare.

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