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Search Is On For Shooter After Man Found Dead In Maryland Apartment: Police Search Is On For Shooter After Man Found Dead In Maryland Apartment: Police
Search Is On For Shooter After Man Found Dead In Maryland Apartment: Police The death of a 37-year-old Montgomery County man remains under investigation weeks after his death was ruled a homicide when his body was found inside an area apartment, police say. A new alert was issued on Tuesday, Oct. 22 as they continue to search for a suspect connected to the death of Antoine Lavale Parker, who was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds in his Montgomery Village home last month after officers visited the residence several times in one morning. Parker's body was found shortly before 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22, in the same building in the 18500 block of Boysen…
Murder Charge Dropped For Maryland Mom Keeping Kids In Filth: Authorities Murder Charge Dropped For Maryland Mom Keeping Kids In Filth: Authorities
Murder Charge Dropped For Maryland Mom Keeping Kids In Filth: Authorities A murder charge was dropped for a Maryland mom after her teenage daughter died and five of her other children were found living in filth, authorities said. Cynthia Moore, 41, of Montgomery Village, was found guilty by a judge of six counts of child neglect following a seven-day bench trial, the Montgomery State's Attorney's Office announced Wednesday, Oct. 16. Moore was initially indicted on charges of second-degree depraved heart murder, involuntary manslaughter, and child neglect, as was her husband, Dominique Moore, 46. Domonique is scheduled to go to trial next month. …
Teen Killed By BF Days After Maryland Reunion Was 'Dreamer Studying To Reach Goals' In US Teen Killed By BF Days After Maryland Reunion Was 'Dreamer Studying To Reach Goals' In US
Teen Killed By BF Days After Maryland Reunion Was 'Dreamer Studying To Reach Goals' In US Dania Carolina Cruz Mejía came to the US searching for a better life five months ago, only to see those dreams dashed when the 18-year-old was allegedly killed by her boyfriend in Maryland. Earlier this year, the El Salvador native made the move to the country, where she reunited with longtime boyfriend Gerber Luis Sanchez Centeno, 22, who has since been accused of her murder in Montgomery Village. According to Cruz Mejía's family, she had spend the last couple years with Sanchez Centeno, who decided to reunite in Maryland, leading to her death. "(Ten) days after reuniting with D…
Teen Shot During Football Game Outside Maryland Park Expected To Survive, Police Say Teen Shot During Football Game Outside Maryland Park Expected To Survive, Police Say
Teen Shot During Football Game Outside Maryland Park Expected To Survive, Police Say A teenager was struck by a bullet over the weekend after gunshots rang out while a group of minors were playing football in a Montgomery County park, officials say. An investigation was launched by police following a reported shooting on Saturday afternoon at the South Valley Park in the 19000 block of Watkins Mill Road in Montgomery Village. The incident was called in shortly before 5:45 p.m. on Sept. 21. According to a spokesperson from the Montgomery County Department of Police, officers were called to the park to investigate a reported shooting, which left a 17-year-old suffering from …
Boyfriend Accused Of Killing Teen Girl During Altercation In Maryland, Police Say Boyfriend Accused Of Killing Teen Girl During Altercation In Maryland, Police Say
Boyfriend Accused Of Killing Teen Girl During Altercation In Maryland, Police Say A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection to the murder of his teenage girlfriend in Maryland earlier this month in Montgomery Village, authorities announced on Friday. Gerber Luis Sanchez Centeno has been charged with the murder of 18-year-old Dania Cruz-Mejiain the 18600 block of Calypso Place in Montgomery Village earlier this week. According to a spokesperson from the Montgomery County Department of Police, first responders were called to the home at around 4:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18, when Cruz-Mejia’s family members entered her home on Calypso Place after not kn…
Several Assisted From Two Alarm Fire On Top Floor Of Maryland Apartment Complex Several Assisted From Two Alarm Fire On Top Floor Of Maryland Apartment Complex
Several Assisted From Two Alarm Fire On Top Floor Of Maryland Apartment Complex An early morning accidental two-alarm fire left several displaced on Thursday in Montgomery County. First responders were called at around 5:40 a.m. on Sept. 12 to the 18200 block of Lost Knife Circle in Montgomery Village, where there was a reported fire in the top floor of a three-story apartment building. More… Lost Knife Circle, Montgomery Village, Initial 911 report of fire in a closet in 3rd floor apartment, 1st arriving @mcfrs FFs encountered fire coming from 3rd floor, pic.twitter.com/6wJ0lLOq9v — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) September 12, 2024 Upon arrival, approximately 75 firef…
Suspect Apprehended 37 Minutes After Fatal Shooting In Maryland, Police Say Suspect Apprehended 37 Minutes After Fatal Shooting In Maryland, Police Say
Suspect Apprehended 37 Minutes After Fatal Shooting In Maryland, Police Say A 20-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection to Monday's fatal shooting in Montgomery County, authorities announced. Montgomery Village resident Oliver Alexis Perez Fierro has been charged with murder and other offenses after getting into an argument with another man who wound up dead, officials say. Officers were called at 11:39 a.m. on Aug. 12 to the 19300 block of Club House Road in Montgomery Village, where there was a reported shooting with one man down in the area suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. 6th District officers are on scene of a shooting in the 19300 bl…
Shooting In Montgomery County Now Being Investigated As Homicide, Police Say (DEVELOPING) Shooting In Montgomery County Now Being Investigated As Homicide, Police Say (DEVELOPING)
Shooting In Montgomery County Now Being Investigated As Homicide, Police Say (Developing) A death investigation has been launched after a man died from his injuries following a shooting on Monday morning in Montgomery County, police say. Officers were called shortly before noon on Aug. 12 to the 19300 block of Clubhouse Road in Montgomery Village, where there was a reported shooting with one man down in the area. 6th District officers are on scene of a shooting in the 19300 block of Clubhouse Road. Adult male transported with unknown injuries. No suspect currently in custody. The scene is secure. #mcpd #mcpnews #incidentalert pic.twitter.com/3HsJbHLzpy — Montgomery County De…
'Armed, Dangerous' Murder Suspect Wanted In West Virginia Could Be Hiding Out In DMV: Sheriff 'Armed, Dangerous' Murder Suspect Wanted In West Virginia Could Be Hiding Out In DMV: Sheriff
'Armed, Dangerous' Murder Suspect Wanted In West Virginia Could Be Hiding Out In DMV: Sheriff A Montgomery County man wanted for murder in West Virginia could be hiding out in the DMV region, authorities are cautioning. Montgomery Village resident Arnold Johnson III, 19, is wanted in connection to the death of 21-year-old Morgantown native Rashad Malik Alton in West Virginia earlier this month. According to the Monongalia County Sheriff's Office, shortly before 1:45 a.m. on Thursday, July 11, deputies were called to a shooting reported on Mountain Valley Drive, where they found Alton suffering from a gunshot wound. He was rushed to an area hospital, where he later died, and Johnson…
Tornado Touches Down In Maryland (DEVELOPING) Tornado Touches Down In Maryland (DEVELOPING)
Tornado Touches Down In Maryland (Developing) A dangerous tornado touched down in Montgomery County on Wednesday night, officials confirmed. At approximately 7:15 p.m. on June 5, the National Weather Service advised that a tornado was located in Poolsville moving east at approximately 20 mph in the area. National Weather Service It was also expected to impact Germantown, Gaithersburg, Montgomery Village, North Potomac, Boyds, and other surrounding communities. Poolesville, Dawsonville, Germantown pic.twitter.com/tx7JlsKwxK — Pete Piringer (@mcfrsPIO) June 5, 2024 "You are in a life-threatening situation," officials warned. "Fly…
Child Recovering At Hospital After Accidentally Shooting Herself In Maryland Apartment: Police Child Recovering At Hospital After Accidentally Shooting Herself In Maryland Apartment: Police
Child Recovering At Hospital After Accidentally Shooting Herself In Maryland Apartment: Police A 3-year-old girl is recovering at an area hospital and a teen is facing a weapons charge after the child accidentally shot herself inside a Montgomery Village apartment, police say. Shortly after noon on Tuesday, June 4, officers were called to the 18700 block of Walkers Choice Road, where there was a report of an injured child. The girl was taken by Montgomery County Fire and Rescue personnel to an area hospital, where she underwent surgery. During a subsequent search of the residence, police say that they found a .40 caliber privately manufactured weapon, and a 15-year-old, who does not…
Happy Accident Lands Secretive 'Lucky Woman' $200K Maryland Powerball Win Happy Accident Lands Secretive 'Lucky Woman' $200K Maryland Powerball Win
Happy Accident Lands Secretive 'Lucky Woman' $200K Maryland Powerball Win Feed her more. A Montgomery County woman going only by the monicker "Feedie," is feeling lucky after claiming not one, but two $100,000 third-tier Powerball jackpots that almost never happened for the Wednesday, April 10 drawing. The Gaithersburg resident said that she purchased two tickets from Giant in the 20000 block of Goshen Road in Gaithersburg, then picked up another pair from Goshen Plaza Beer and Wine on Rothbury Drive in Montgomery Village. Lottery officials said that one of the tickets she purchased on April 9 at Giant for the April 10 drawing included the "Power Play" and "Doub…
Montgomery County Avionics Technician Lands $100K Powerball Prize Montgomery County Avionics Technician Lands $100K Powerball Prize
Montgomery County Avionics Technician Lands $100K Powerball Prize An avionics technician from Montgomery County played a random set of numbers on a recent Powerball drawing and ended up winning $100,000. The Montgomery Village resident tells officials he has a set of numbers, “chosen at random initially,” that he plays each week at a local 7-Eleven for the Powerball and Mega Millions drawings. On Tuesday, March 19, the winner stopped at 7-Eleven at 19235 Watkins Mill Road in Gaithersburg, bought one $3 ticket with Power Play for the March 20 drawing, and ended up matching four white balls and the Powerball, bringing a $50,000 third-tier pri…
Man Wanted For String Of Commercial Burglaries In Montgomery County, Police Say Man Wanted For String Of Commercial Burglaries In Montgomery County, Police Say
Man Wanted For String Of Commercial Burglaries In Montgomery County, Police Say A man is wanted for a string of commercial burglaries in Montgomery County, police say. They occurred on Redland Road in Montgomery Village and Stedwick Road in Gaithersburg during the first week of March. The man started by using a rock to damage the exterior ATM at the Bank of America on the 17500 block of Rendland Road around 11 a.m. on Sunday, March 3. Moments later, he forced his way into the Spice Lanka restaurant located in the 17500 block of Redland Road, stole cash from the register and fled. He then tried to enter the Derwood Beer and Wine on the 17600 block of Redland Road…
Third Man Arrested In Connection To Deadly Shooting In Maryland: Police Third Man Arrested In Connection To Deadly Shooting In Maryland: Police
Third Man Arrested In Connection To Deadly Shooting In Maryland: Police Police in Montgomery County have arrested another suspect as they continue their probe into the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Alan Garnica last month. Weeks after the department announced the arrests of Kenes Yair Guevara, 19, and Osman Antonio Maldonado, 20, investigators announced on Friday that Gaithersburg resident Rodrigo Hernandez, 18, has been apprehended for his alleged role in the Montgomery Village murder. MCPD is on scene of a shooting in the 18300 block of Lost Knife Cir. More information will be released as it becomes available. #MCPNews #MCPD pic.twitter.com/…
These Maryland, Virginia Towns Got The Most Snow During Overnight Storm These Maryland, Virginia Towns Got The Most Snow During Overnight Storm
These Maryland, Virginia Towns Got The Most Snow During Overnight Storm Some parts of the DMV region fared better than others as slushy snow caused several major crashes and forced schools and other government agencies to open late to provide more time for the commute. Overnight, some areas were hit with as much as six inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service, which reported the totals for each county and municipality on Monday, Dec. 11. What started as rain slowly turned to snow as temperatures dipped, though some areas were able to largely avoid Mother Nature's wrath. National Weather Service These Maryland and Virginia towns received the …
Murder Charges For Two Accused Of Gunning Down 22-Year-Old Maryland Man: Police Murder Charges For Two Accused Of Gunning Down 22-Year-Old Maryland Man: Police
Murder Charges For Two Accused Of Gunning Down 22-Year-Old Maryland Man: Police Two men have been arrested in connection to the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Alan Garnica in Montgomery County earlier this month. More than a week after a fatal double shooting that left a teen with critical injuries, the Montgomery County Department of Police announced that Kenes Yair Guevara, 19, and Osman Antonio Maldonado, 20, have been arrested and charged with the Montgomery Village murder, authorities announced on Wednesday. MCPD is on scene of a shooting in the 18300 block of Lost Knife Cir. More information will be released as it becomes available. #MCPNews #MCPD pic.twitter.…
Police ID Man Killed In Double Shooting That Left Teen With Critical Injuries In Maryland Police ID Man Killed In Double Shooting That Left Teen With Critical Injuries In Maryland
Police ID Man Killed In Double Shooting That Left Teen With Critical Injuries In Maryland One person is dead and an 18-year-old is hospitalized in critical condition following a shooting on Friday that remains under investigation in Montgomery County. Police investigators confirmed that Gaithersburg resident Alan Garnica, 22, died in the reported shooting in the 18300 block of Lost Knife Circle on Friday, Nov. 10 in Montgomery Village. MCPD is on scene of a shooting in the 18300 block of Lost Knife Cir. More information will be released as it becomes available. #MCPNews #MCPD pic.twitter.com/s5I6wGB3bz — Montgomery County Department of Police (@mcpnews) November 10, 2023 Sh…
Max Sentence In Rare 'No Body' Murder Case In Maryland: State's Attorney Max Sentence In Rare 'No Body' Murder Case In Maryland: State's Attorney
Max Sentence In Rare 'No Body' Murder Case In Maryland: State's Attorney It will be decades behind bars for a Maryland man convicted of killing his wife years ago whose body has never been recovered and is unlikely to be found. The Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office announced that Jean J. Pierre, 50, of Montgomery Village, will spend 40 years in prison for the murder of his 41-year-old wife Nerlande Foreste in August 2019. Nerlande ForesteMontgomery County State's Attorney It took a jury just two hours to convict him following a five-day trial earlier this year. Judge issues maximum sentence in rare, “no-body” murder case in Montgomery County. …
'She's Not Coming Back:' Husband Convicted Of Killing Wife In MD Whose Body Was Never Found 'She's Not Coming Back:' Husband Convicted Of Killing Wife In MD Whose Body Was Never Found
'She's Not Coming Back:' Husband Convicted Of Killing Wife In MD Whose Body Was Never Found A Montgomery County man is facing decades in prison after being convicted for his role in the murder of his wife nearly four years ago, whose body has never been recovered, the state’s attorney’s office announced. It took a jury just two hours to determine that Montgomery Village resident Jean J. Pierre, 50, was guilty of second-degree murder for the death of his 41-year-old wife Nerlande Forrest in August 2019. Nerlande ForesteMontgomery County State's Attorney Montgomery County State’s Attorney John McCarthy said that Pierre was convicted following a five-day trial. 🚨 Second-Deg…
Unattended Incense Burns MoCo Homes Down While Residents Sleep, Officials Say Unattended Incense Burns MoCo Homes Down While Residents Sleep, Officials Say
Unattended Incense Burns MoCo Homes Down While Residents Sleep, Officials Say Nearly a dozen people are displaced after a townhouse went up in flames in Montgomery Village overnight, authorities say. Residents of the home in the 19600 block of Club Lake Road woke up to a fire alarm around 9:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 16 after unattended burning incense sparked a massive fire, according to a Montgomery County Fire and Rescue spokesperson. The fire began in a second-floor bedroom, with the incense igniting curtains.  Update (~930p 2/16) 19600blk Club Lake Rd; MOR TH; Origin/Cause, 2nd floor bedroom, unattended incense burning, ignited curtains; smoke alarms alerted s…
Police On Scene Of Death Investigation In Montgomery Village (DEVELOPING) Police On Scene Of Death Investigation In Montgomery Village (DEVELOPING)
Police On Scene Of Death Investigation In Montgomery Village (Developing) Officials in Montgomery Village are investigating a reported death that was reported on Thursday afternoon. Detectives were called at approximately 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 16 to the 19000 block of Mills Choice Road to check a reported homicide, according to a Montgomery County Department of Police spokesperson. The area surrounding the investigation has been secured and contained to one location. Montgomery County Police are on scene of a death investigation in the 19000 block of Mills Choice Rd. The area has been secured and contained to the one location. There is no threat to the…
Two Survive Plane Crash Into Live Maryland Power Lines, Plane Safely Removed Two Survive Plane Crash Into Live Maryland Power Lines, Plane Safely Removed
Two Survive Plane Crash Into Live Maryland Power Lines, Plane Safely Removed A plane that crashed into live power lines, causing two to be rescued and power outages to thousands, has been removed from the Montgomery County structure safely, authorities announce. The plane was removed from the structure completely around 3:30 a.m., Monday, Nov. 28 after the crash nearly 12 hours earlier, according to Montgomery County officials.  The plane was stabilized by a crane, and separated into two pieces and was able to be lowered to the ground.  The pilot and his passenger were suspended in the plane for around 7 hours after it crashed into the live lines in Montgomery Vil…
Popular Southern Soul Food Eatery Hosts Grand Opening For Montgomery County Location Popular Southern Soul Food Eatery Hosts Grand Opening For Montgomery County Location
Popular Southern Soul Food Eatery Hosts Grand Opening For Montgomery County Location A popular Montgomery County food truck eatery has announced a grand opening date for its new brick and mortar location, according to The MoCo Show. My Cup Runneth Over Southern Cuisine will open their brick and mortar location at 8405 Snouffer School Road at the former Jazzy Seafood site in Gaithersburg on Wed. Oct. 26 from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m., the outlet continues. View this post on Instagram A post shared by My Cup Runneth Over Southern (@mycuprunnethover_235) The restaurant focuses on offering southern soul food, including smoked bbq rib…
Man In Custody For Carjacking, Kidnapping Charged With Attempted Murder Of Minor In Maryland Man In Custody For Carjacking, Kidnapping Charged With Attempted Murder Of Minor In Maryland
Man In Custody For Carjacking, Kidnapping Charged With Attempted Murder Of Minor In Maryland A 29-year-old man already apprehended for a carjacking and kidnapping incident is now facing an attempted murder charge following a lengthy investigation into a summer shooting in Maryland, police announced. Montgomery County resident Damien Fisher, of Germantown, was arrested and charged with attempted first-degree murder and first-degree assault following an incident that happened on Tuesday, Aug. 16 in the 18300 block of Lost Knife Circle in Montgomery Village. On the night of the shooting, officers said that they were called to Lost Knife Circle, where they found a minor suffering from …
Minor Shot In Serious Condition, Suspect At Large After Maryland Shooting: Police Minor Shot In Serious Condition, Suspect At Large After Maryland Shooting: Police
Minor Shot In Serious Condition, Suspect At Large After Maryland Shooting: Police A child was shot and seriously injured in a dispute in Montgomery Village, reports My MCM Media. The boy was shot during the dispute in the 18300 block of Lost Knife Circle shortly before 11:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 16, the outlet continues. The boy was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries and police are currently looking for a suspect.  The police department asks anyone with information to reach out to 240-773-TIPS or the 6th District Investigative Section at 240-773-5770.  To read the full My MCM Media report, click here.
'He Was Never Looking For Trouble' Man Killed In Frederick Shooting Survived By Young Children 'He Was Never Looking For Trouble' Man Killed In Frederick Shooting Survived By Young Children
'He Was Never Looking For Trouble' Man Killed In Frederick Shooting Survived By Young Children Police have identified the young father from Montgomery VIllage who was killed in a weekend shooting, authorities say. Michael Isaiah Olaniyi, 26, was fatally shot in the 300 block of North Market Street around 3:30 a.m., Saturday, July 23, according to Frederick police. Family of Olaniyi say that he was wrongfully shot after "having a night out having fun with his older siblings", in a fundraiser created to help support his loved ones. The "full of life" father leaves behind two young children. Police are asking anyone with information that may be helpful in this investigation to contact…
Police ID Man, 26, Killed In Frederick Police ID Man, 26, Killed In Frederick
Police ID Man, 26, Killed In Frederick Police in Maryland have identified the 26-year-old man who was shot and killed over the weekend in Frederick. Officers from the Frederick Police Department on patrol at approximately 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, heard a gunshot in the area of the 300 block of North Market Street, officials said. Upon arrival at the scene, police said that the officers located Montgomery Village resident Michael Isaiah Olaniyi, who had suffered a gunshot wound. Olaniyi was rushed to an area hospital but was pronounced dead later that morning. Officials said that the investigation is “active and ongoing…
Investigators Release Surveillance Video Of Armed Wing Stop Robbery In Maryland Investigators Release Surveillance Video Of Armed Wing Stop Robbery In Maryland
Investigators Release Surveillance Video Of Armed Wing Stop Robbery In Maryland Images of the armed man who attempted to rob a Montgomery Village Wing Stop earlier this month have been released in an effort to help identify the suspected robber, authorities say. The suspect entered the restaurant in the 20200 block of Goshen Road around 11 p.m., Saturday, July 2, police say. The suspect then pointed a gun at an employee and demanded money, fleeing when he saw another employee talking on a cell phone.  Investigators said that the suspect is described as a black male in his mid-twenties and is approximately 5-feet 11-inches tall with a thin build. He was wearing a…
Murder Conviction Reinstated For Maryland Man Accused Of Killing High Schoolers Murder Conviction Reinstated For Maryland Man Accused Of Killing High Schoolers
Murder Conviction Reinstated For Maryland Man Accused Of Killing High Schoolers The Maryland Court of Appeals has reinstated a murder conviction for a man who helped kill two high school students, authorities say. Rony Galicia, 30, of Boyds, was involved in the murder of Shadj Ali Najjar, 17, and Artem Ziberoy, 18, the night before their graduation from Northwest High in June 2017, according to the Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office. Najjar and Ziberoy were ambushed in Montgomery Village by Galicia and three other men. The four suspects shot the pair multiple times while the victims were sitting in a parked car.  This new decision reverses an …
Victim Killed In Gaithersburg Crash ID'd As Area Dad Victim Killed In Gaithersburg Crash ID'd As Area Dad
Victim Killed In Gaithersburg Crash ID'd As Area Dad The driver ejected and killed after his car struck a tree last week in Gaithersburg has been identified. Malcolm Alexander Gardner, 29, of Montgomery Village, was heading south on Frederick Road in a silver 2007 Infinity M35 when he lost control while attempting to navigate a curve around 11:40 p.m. on Thursday, June 9, Montgomery County police said. The driver crossed into the median and struck a tree prior to coming to a rest in the northbound lanes of Frederick Road. Gardner was ejected from the vehicle and taken to an area hospital, where he was pronounced dead. …