Loaded Handgun Stolen From Virginia Found Behind Glovebox In Maryland Man's Car: Police Loaded Handgun Stolen From Virginia Found Behind Glovebox In Maryland Man's Car: Police
Loaded Handgun Stolen From Virginia Found Behind Glovebox In Maryland Man's Car: Police A Germantown man has been arrested for carrying a loaded gun that he stole from another state, authorities said.  Brasean Wellington, 28, was arrested and charged for possessing the stolen firearm, which he is prohibited from having, on Monday, March 28, Montgomery County Police said.  Police were patrolling the Milestone Shopping Center when they saw Wellington's black 2009 BMW had an equipment safety violation just after 3:30 p.m. on Friday, March 25, police said.  When officers approached the vehicle, they detected a strong scent of marijuana and searched the car.  …
Maryland Dentist Charged With Killing Patient Turned Lover Who OD'd In His Care (DETAILS) Maryland Dentist Charged With Killing Patient Turned Lover Who OD'd In His Care (DETAILS)
Maryland Dentist Charged With Killing Patient Turned Lover Who OD'd In His Care (Details) A Germantown oral surgeon has been arrested and charged with killing a woman with whom he was romantically involved and was giving prescription drugs, authorities said.  Dr. James Ryan was arrested and charged with the second-degree murder of Sarah Harris, 25, on Tuesday, March 22, Montgomery County Police said. Harris fatally overdosed after being given controlled substances, including Propofol, by Dr. Ryan on January 26, 2022, police said. Ryan had been giving Harris drugs, which he obtained through work, since March 2021, police said.  A Montgomery County Dentist has been arrested a…
Armed McDonald's Robber Makes Off With Register-Full Of Cash In Maryland (VIDEO) Armed McDonald's Robber Makes Off With Register-Full Of Cash In Maryland (VIDEO)
Armed McDonald's Robber Makes Off With Register-Full Of Cash In Maryland (Video) No, it wasn't the Hamburglar: An armed robber stole an entire cash register's worth of money earlier this month and is being sought by police, authorities said. Officers responded for a reported armed robbery at the McDonald's on Middlebrook Road in Germantown at around 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, Mar. 1, Montgomery County Police said.  The suspect entered the restaurant, approached a cashier and ordered some food. The suspect then handed some money to pay and then jumped onto the counter when the register was open. He then pulled out a black handgun, cleared out the register and fled the scene,…
Bicyclist Critical After Crash With Tractor Trailer In Maryland Bicyclist Critical After Crash With Tractor Trailer In Maryland
Bicyclist Critical After Crash With Tractor Trailer In Maryland A bicyclist was hospitalized in critical condition after being struck by a tractor trailer in Montgomery County Friday, March 11, authorities said. The male was riding a black and blue Haro bicycle when he struck the back of the trailer, causing him to fall and get struck by the trailer at the intersection of Frederick Road and Stringtown Road in Germantown just before 4:30 p.m., county police said. Both were heading north on Frederick Road passing Stringtown Road. The driver of the tractor trailer remained on scene and was uninjured. The bicyclist was transported to an area hosp…
Low-Income Families Can Maximize Tax Refunds In This Maryland County Low-Income Families Can Maximize Tax Refunds In This Maryland County
Low-Income Families Can Maximize Tax Refunds In This Maryland County One county in Maryland is helping low- to moderate-income families maximize their tax refunds for the 2022 season. Montgomery County is offering free tax appointments for families who made less than $58,000 in 2021 through its Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. In-person appointments with start on Monday, March 14 at the Casey Community Center in Gaithersburg. Pop-up sites in Wheaton, Germantown and East County will also become available starting that Thursday, the 17. Families can also schedule a virtual appointment from Monday to Friday and all appointments will be availa…
Alert Issued For Missing Maryland Teen Alert Issued For Missing Maryland Teen
Alert Issued For Missing Maryland Teen Authorities in Montgomery County are seeking the public's help in locating a teen missing since Feb. 4. Michelle Rivera Cruz, age 17, was last seen leaving her Crystal Rock Drive apartment in Germantown. Cruz is approximately 5-feet, 5 inches tall, and weighs 135 pounds. She has brown eyes, black hair, pierced ears, and a pierced nostril. Police and family are concerned for her welfare. Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Michelle Rivera Cruz is asked to call Montgomery County Police SVID at (240) 773- 5400 or the police non-emergency number at (301) 279-8000. Callers …
Maryland Gunman Nabbed For Killing Rapper In Comfort Of His Own Home: Police Maryland Gunman Nabbed For Killing Rapper In Comfort Of His Own Home: Police
Maryland Gunman Nabbed For Killing Rapper In Comfort Of His Own Home: Police A 31-year-old accused gunman has been arrested for shooting a 25-year-old rapper last December in the comfort of his own home, authorities in Maryland said. Mario Samm, of Frederick, is being held without bond for shooting Jahandar Rahman Darvish in his home on Circle Gate Drive in Germantown on Dec. 23, the Montgomery County Police Department said. Samm has been charged with First Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm During the Commission of a Violent Crime. He was currently being held at the Frederick County Detention Center. Darvish had apparently been working as a rapper under the name …
Maryland Jeep Driver Dies In Fauquier Crash:  Police Maryland Jeep Driver Dies In Fauquier Crash:  Police
Maryland Jeep Driver Dies In Fauquier Crash: Police A Maryland man died in a head-on crash in Virginia, according to police. The crash happened on Jan. 21, at 6:51 p.m. along Route 17 north of Interstate 66 when a 2021 Jeep Wrangler traveling north on Route 17 crossed over and hit a 2017 Dodge Ram head-on, Virginia State Police said. The driver of the Jeep, Gilbert F. Dzakpasu, 43, of Germantown died at the scene of the crash as a result of his injuries The driver of the Dodge, a 22-year-old male, of Marshall, Va., suffered serious, but non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital. The crash is still under investigation…
Death Of Boy Investigated As Homicide: Montgomery County PD Death Of Boy Investigated As Homicide: Montgomery County PD
Death Of Boy Investigated As Homicide: Montgomery County PD A 17-year-old boy was found dead in Germantown and police are investigating it as a homicide, according to officials. The boy's body was found in the 18900 block of Grotto Lane on Jan. 24, at approximately 3 p.m., Montgomery County Police said. He is described as an unidentified black male. Police are actively investigating the death as a homicide. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in Baltimore will conduct an autopsy to determine the manner and cause of death. Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to call the Major Crimes Division at 240-773-5070 or 240-773-…