Police officers assaulted at public library in Rockville

Rockville City police were called to the Rockville Memorial Library at 21 Maryland Avenue on August 19, 2025. A case of indecent exposure was reported at the library at 2:07 PM. That is located at The Square at Rockville in Rockville Town Center. Officers apparently engaged in a struggle with the suspect after arriving at the library.

A 26-year-old man was arrested and charged with two felony counts of 2nd-degree assault of a law enforcement officer, a felony count of disarming a law enforcement officer, and indecent exposure. He posted a $5000 unsecured bond, an amount set by Montgomery County District Court Judge John C. Moffett. Maryland court records do not yet indicate that he is free on bail, however.

Police respond to Metro station assault in Rockville

Rockville City police were called to a Metro station on August 19, 2025, after someone reported having been the victim of an assault there in broad daylight. The assault occurred at the Twinbrook Metro station at 3:37 PM Tuesday. It took place in the station's parking lot. At least one individual was also accused of causing property damage in the same incident.

Police respond to assault at hotel in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of an assault at a hotel on Saturday, August 16, 2025. The assault was reported at the Red Roof Inn at 16001 Shady Grove Road at 2:56 PM Saturday. A 37-year-old man was arrested. He has been charged with three counts of 2nd-degree assault, obstructing and hindering a police officer, and resisting arrest. The suspect is being held without bond at the Montgomery County jail, pending an October trial.

Rabid raccoon on the loose in Rockville

Rockville City police have received several reports of a rabid raccoon roaming the area around the Hungerford and Stoneridge neighborhoods, along Mount Vernon Place. They advise residents not approach or attempt to capture the animal. Keep pets and children indoors in that area, especially if not directly supervised by an adult, and ensure pets are up to date on rabies vaccinations. If you see the raccoon or other suspicious wildlife activity, you are asked to call police at 240-314-8900. An Animal Services Unit will be dispatched to respond.

Photo courtesy Maryland DNR

Woman assaulted in church parking lot in Rockville

A woman was assaulted by a stranger in a church parking lot in Rockville on August 7, 2025. The female victim agreed to meet a friend at a church in the 600 block of Great Falls Road that evening, for the "repayment of money," Rockville City police say. However, when she arrived, she was confronted by an unknown male suspect, who allegedly assaulted her at 9:27 PM. Police have not released a description of the suspect as of this writing. If you have any information about this incident, or can identify the suspect involved, call police at 240-314-8900.

Rockville road rage incident ends in assault

A road rage incident on busy Rockville Pike escalated into an assault on the afternoon of July 29, 2025. Rockville City police report that the dispute concluded with one party assaulting the other at 3:22 PM in the 1600 block of Rockville Pike. No description of the suspect or any vehicle involved has been released as of this writing. If you have any information that can assist police regarding this case, call 240-314-8900.

Gun-wielding cyclist assaults victim in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of an aggravated assault in the Twinbrook neighborhood on August 2, 2025. At 5:33 PM that afternoon, a man on a bicycle allegedly pointed a gun at the victim in the 12500 block of Ardennes Avenue. He then rode away on the bicycle. The victim and police have not yet determined the reason why the man did this, making it so far appear to be a random act committed for "unknown reasons," police say. If you can identify the suspect in this case, or have any other information about the incident, call police at 240-314-8900.

Rockville library assault ends in arrest

Rockville City police were called to a public library on July 25, 2025, after someone was reported to have been the victim of a 2nd-degree assault there. The assault was reported at the Rockville Memorial Library at 21 Maryland Avenue at 4:38 PM. That is located at The Square at Rockville. Police arrested an unidentified male, 30, at the library. He has been charged with assault and theft.

Police called after assault at hotel in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of an assault at a hotel on July 25, 2025. The assault was reported at the Red Roof Inn at 16001 Shady Grove Road at 5:50 PM. Police say the victim was assaulted by an individual known to him, after he asked that person to leave the hotel room. 

Mystery vehicle runs wild on front lawn of Rockville home

A vehicular rampage in the front yard of a Rockville home brought new meaning to the phrase, "Get off my lawn!" on July 9, 2025. Shortly after 6:00 PM that evening, an unknown suspect driving what Rockville City police only describe as "a white vehicle" proceeded to drive onto the front lawn of a home in the 13200 block of Midway Avenue in Twinbrook. The mystery vehicle left damage behind in its wake, striking a tree and the front steps of the house. If you have any information about this incident, call police at 240-314-8900.

Robbery at knifepoint at convenience store in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of an armed robbery at a convenience store early Monday morning, July 14, 2025. The robbery was reported at a store in the 100 block of Rollins Avenue at 12:13 AM Monday. There is a 7-Eleven at 160 Rollins Avenue. A knife was the weapon utilized in the robbery.

Rockville crime victim alleges China law enforcement officer is operating here

A complainant who alleged they were the victim of long-term currency fraud told Rockville City police that the suspect in the case was a law enforcement officer from the People's Republic of China, the Rockville City Police Department says. The alleged victim claimed to have been defrauded of unspecified currency between August 1, 2024, and June 23, 2025. They reported the alleged fraud to the RCPD three days ago on July 7, in the unit block of Maryland Avenue.

The alleged victim told officers that the unknown suspect was "Chinese law enforcement, who threatened action against the victim for defrauding others with fake investments." American officials have accused China of sending police officers to the U.S. to intimidate or harass Chinese dissidents, or to persuade Chinese expats who have committed crimes to return home to face charges. 

China has strongly denied engaging in such activity, and has said facilities U.S. officials have referred to as "police stations" in American cities with large Chinese populations are nothing more than volunteer-staffed service centers, which assist Chinese citizens or tourists overseas with basic matters like renewing driver's licenses. A spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Washington, D.C. told Newsweek in 2023 that the accusations by U.S. officials have been "sheer political manipulation, and the purpose is to smear China's image."

Police called after assault at Rockville restaurant

Rockville City police were called to a restaurant after someone was assaulted there on Wednesday morning, July 2, 2025. The assault was reported at a restaurant in the 14900 block of Shady Grove Road at 9:16 AM Wednesday. An emergency petition for an involuntary mental health evaluation was filed in relation to the incident.

Squatters strike again in Rockville

The squatting phenomenon continues to build momentum in Maryland, and most recently in the City of Rockville. Two men somehow gained access to an apartment building in the unit block of Monroe Place in Rockville Town Center on an unspecified date, Rockville City police report. They "took up residency" in a vacant unit in the building. A staff member of the property eventually discovered the squatters after unlocking that apartment's door at 12:15 PM on June 29, 2025, and told them they had to leave. Police determined the two squatters were homeless.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore and legislators had promised to take swift action on squatting, but have appeared impotent to stop it this summer. State Delegate Mike Griffith (R) said yesterday that he will be introducing legislation in the state legislature next year to close loopholes that currently blur the line between a legal tenant and a squatter. He told WBFF Fox 45 that a business client of his currently has squatters living in five of his Maryland properties. "It’s 100% a multimillion-dollar issue here in the state that we need to address," Griffith said.

Strong-arm carjacking in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of a strong-arm carjacking in the Twinbrook Forest neighborhood late Saturday night. The carjacking and assault were reported in the 400 block of Meadow Hall Road at 11:10 PM Saturday. That is in the vicinity of the original Carl Sandburg Elementary School/Learning Center. 

Squatter takes up residence in Rockville home

A squatter took up residence in a Rockville home for three days last weekend, before Rockville City police were called to the property. The suspect, whom police said is homeless, was inside a vacant home in the 300 block of Howard Avenue from 4:30 PM on June 13, 2025 to 4:00 PM on June 16. New attention is being paid to the phenomenon of squatting across Maryland in recent weeks, as the activity has spiked in Baltimore and other parts of the state. In some cases, people in genuine need of shelter are taking the initiative on their own, but many recent cases in the Baltimore area have involved organized squatting networks operating online, who are taking money from the squatters in exchange for house keys and falsified documents.

Maryland Governor Wes Moore (D) told WBFF Fox 45 TV in Baltimore that his administration is "taking immediate action" on the issue. Maryland Delegate Ryan Nowrocki (R) disputed the governor's claim. "We have done nothing at the state level to address squatting in Maryland," Nowrocki responded in an interview with Fox 45. "I understand that the governor is making all kinds of claims about this issue, but at the end of the day, the governor is certainly entitled to his own opinion on the matter, but not entitled to his own set of facts. The facts are that squatting is out of control, and frankly, we have no law-and-order in this state right now, and that is partly the governor’s fault."

Early morning assault in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of an aggravated assault yesterday morning, June 15, 2025. The assault was reported in the 100 block of Talbott Street at 4:30 AM Sunday. It was reported along the street, which runs from Rockville Pike past the Talbott Center and several apartment complexes.

Shooting in Rockville Town Center

UPDATE - 9:59 AM - June 14, 2025: Rockville City police have identified the two suspects who were arrested following the shooting:  Caleb Jiron, 18, of Frederick, and Freddy Gonzalez-Soto, 18, of Montgomery Village. Both men were allegedly armed with "ghost guns," police said. They have been charged with   Attempted First Degree Murder, First Degree Assault, Second Degree Assault, Reckless Endangerment, and multiple firearms violations. Police report that the victim remains hospitalized in stable condition.

UPDATE - 9:39 PM: Rockville City police have confirmed there is one victim in the shooting. The adult male victim was suffering from multiple gunshot wounds when he was encountered by officers in the 200 block of N. Washington Street shortly after 6:00 PM tonight, June 12, 2025. He was transported to a local hospital, where he is now in stable condition. Officers identified two suspects in the area, and arrested them.

However, the investigation is ongoing.  The 200 block of N. Washington St. will be closed for an extended period for that purpose. Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at

Detectives@RockvilleMD.Gov or 240-314-8900. Tipsters can remain anonymous.

Rockville City police are on the scene of a shooting in the Town Center area, the department announced minutes ago. Police say the shooting took place in the 200 block of N. Washington Street. "This is an active and evolving investigation," the department said in a statement. "Expect an increased police presence in the area."

Burglars target Rockville's newest neighborhood

Burglars gave themselves a private tour of several homes at Rockville's newest neighborhood, the Farmstead District, located at 2590 Farmstead Drive, last week. The development is adjacent to King Farm, and is just south of Shady Grove Road. Rockville City police say that one or more burglars entered at least five homes that are under construction in the 2500 block of Farmstead Drive, and stole unspecified property from the interiors. The burglaries are believed to have taken place between 9:00 PM on May 28, 2025, and 9:00 AM on May 29. 

Police do not have any suspect descriptions. If you have any information that can assist detectives in identifying these suspects, call police at 240-314-8900.

Rockville names Jason West Rockville City police chief

The City of Rockville has named Interim Police Chief Jason West as the permanent chief of the Rockville City Police Department. City Councilmember Adam Van Grack announced the appointment on social media this evening. "Chief West is an incredible leader, dedicated officer, and wonderful person," Van Grack wrote on Facebook. "I am truly proud to have him leading our Police Department." Chief West replaces the previous chief, Victor Brito, who resigned last October. 

Photo courtesy Councilmember Adam Van Grack