Postal worker robbed at gunpoint in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of an armed robbery in the King Farm neighborhood yesterday afternoon, August 3, 2026. The victim was a United States Postal Service employee delivering mail. At least one suspect wielding a firearm confronted the postal worker outside of a townhome in the 1100 block of Elmcroft Boulevard at 3:40 PM Monday. Montgomery County police say the worker was robbed of unspecified property. 

Police have not released a description of the suspect(s) as of this writing. Typically, criminals robbing postal workers are attempting to obtain the USPS arrow key they carry. These are master keys that unlock all mailboxes within a particular area. Thieves then use the key to obtain checks from mailboxes that they can wash, and cash in their name for an inflated amount. 

Squatter found inside vacant apartment in Rockville

A man arriving to what he expected would be a night of construction work at an apartment in Rockville discovered something - or someone - else. Entering the vacant apartment unit in the 100 block of Talbott Street at 6:46 PM Saturday night, he was startled to find a squatter inside. The squatter ran out of the apartment, and fled the complex, Montgomery County police say. 

Rockville City police officers, who responded to the scene, found no preliminary indication that anything had been removed from the unit. A description of the squatter was not released.

Fugitive alleged thieves found at Motel 6 in Gaithersburg

Two men accused of multiple thefts from vehicles in Bethesda were located at one of my favorite hotels in Montgomery County, the Motel 6 at 497 Quince Orchard Road in Gaithersburg. Say what you will, but these two fellas have got great taste when it comes to lodging. Craig Pendergrass, 30, of Silver Spring and Antonio Gordon, 38, of Frederick may have been expecting Tom Bodett when they heard a knock on their door, but it turned out to be Montgomery's Finest. 

Police claim numerous stolen items, including electronics and other property linked to the Bethesda thefts, were found in their hotel room. Two firearms previously reported stolen in a separate Montgomery County case were also recovered. Pendergrass and Gordon were arrested and charged with multiple counts of theft: $1,500 to under $25,000, rogue and vagabond and related charges. They are being held without bond. 

Photo courtesy Montgomery County Police Department 

Armed carjacking in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of an armed carjacking Monday night, July 27, 2026. It took place in the 500 block of Hungerford Drive (MD 355) at 10:00 PM. A suspect displayed a handgun to a driver, and ordered the driver out of the vehicle. The suspect then drove away in the stolen vehicle. Police have not released a description of the suspect or of the stolen vehicle as of this writing.

Vandals damage apartments in Rockville

Rockville City police report that two suspects allegedly caused damage to multiple apartments in the Rockville Town Center area on July 22, 2026. Between 5:00 and 6:00 PM that evening, police say, the suspects vandalized a water valve at a commercial property in the 100 block of Gibbs Street. As a result of the damage to the valve, multiple apartments in the building suffered water damage. The incident was reported to police the following day.

"Foreign intelligence officials" extort multiple victims in Rockville

Scammers posing as foreign intelligence officials extorted funds from multiple victims in Rockville over the last two months. According to Rockville City police, the fake spies convinced several people to transfer Bitcoin into unknown accounts between June 18 and July 13, 2026. A King Farm resident who realized they'd been duped reported it to police on July 14. If you believe you were victimized as well, contact police at 240-314-8900.

Amid skyrocketing electric bills, they're now stealing solar panels in Rockville

Maryland electric bills have soared to record heights, thanks to elected officials forcing the closure of 8 power plants statewide, and implementing clean power mandates. Now we're seeing a new sign of growing desperation in Montgomery County. Rockville City police recently responded to a report of a solar panel having been wrenched off of a home in the 1700 block of Henry Road in the Rockcrest neighborhood on July 11, 2026. Police believe the solar panel was spirited away sometime between 11:44 PM the night before, and 1:23 AM on July 11. No description of the suspect(s) has been released.

Double dog attack injures victim in Rockville

Rockville City police are investigating an animal bite incident that took place on July 8, 2026. The victim was in the 800 block of Nelson Street at 8:33 PM when they were attacked by two dogs. Both canines were described by the victim as possibly having been pit bulls. They attacked without provocation, the victim told police. The alleged owner of the dogs refused to provide identification, and fled the scene with the animals, police say. Following the attack, the victim sought medical treatment for their injuries.

Man shouts antisemitic statements outside synagogue in Rockville

Police responded to a hate speech incident outside a synagogue in Rockville Wednesday afternoon, July 8, 2026. According to Montgomery County police, a man shouted antisemitic statements at a person standing outside of Tikvat Israel Congregation at 2200 Baltimore Road at 4:44 PM Wednesday. He then walked away. 

Police have not released a description of the suspect. If you have any information about this incident, call Rockville City police at 240-314-8900.

Man vandalizes multiple A/C units during heat wave in Rockville

Rockville City police are looking for a man who vandalized multiple air-conditioning units early yesterday morning, July 6, 2026. According to police, the man damaged at least six A/C units in the 600 block of Mount Vernon Place around 2:00 AM Monday morning. Police describe the suspect as Black male with a stocky build, and shoulder-length dreadlocks. He was wearing white shorts and a dark-colored shirt. If you have any information about this incident, or have discovered your unit was damaged as well, call police at 240-314-8900.

Strong-arm carjacking in Rockville - UPDATED

UPDATE - 5:32 PM, July 7, 2026: Rockville City police have indentified the vehicle stolen as a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Rockville City police responded to a report of a strong-arm carjacking in the Croyden Park area early on the morning of July 4, 2026. The assault and robbery occurred in the 700 block of Mapleton Road at 1:00 AM Saturday. Police were dispatched to the scene 33 minutes later.

Second assault in 8 days at Montgomery Mall in Bethesda

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree assault at Westfield Montgomery Mall Sunday night, June 28, 2026. The assault was reported at 7:51 PM. This was the second assault to take place at the retail center in eight days, with the last having occurred on June 20. Six assaults have been reported at the mall so far this year, a pace on par with last year's grand total of twelve. 2024 saw eleven assaults, and 2022 brought twelve. A low of five assaults was recorded in 2023, when the police department opened a "resource room" at the mall.

Rockville woman facing charges after exposing herself to neighbor's surveillance camera

A Rockville woman is facing charges after allegedly putting on a show for a neighbor's surveillance camera. According to Rockville City police, the woman made "lewd gestures" and exposed herself in front of the camera in the 200 block of Congressional Lane on June 24, 2026. Police say they have identified the woman, and that charges against her are forthcoming.

Purse snatching at Rockville Metro station

Rockville City police responded to a report of a purse snatching at the Rockville Metro station at 251 Hungerford Drive early yesterday morning, June 27, 2026. The theft was reported at the station at 12:30 AM Saturday. It took place in the pedestrian tunnel. 

Assault at bus stop in Derwood

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree assault at a bus stop in Derwood late yesterday afternoon, June 26, 2026. The assault was reported at 5:45 PM. It took place at a bus stop in the 15900 block of Somerville Drive. There are bus stops on that block of Somerville, but that block can also refer to the bus stops within the adjacent Shady Grove Metro station, as well.

Police respond to assault at Montgomery Mall in Bethesda

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree assault at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda this past Saturday night, June 20, 2026. The assault was reported at the mall at 8:21 PM Saturday. This was the fifth assault recorded at the popular retail center so far this year. Last year saw a total of 12 assaults reported at the property. County police officers were visibly on patrol inside the mall this past weekend.

Hugging thief strikes in Rockville

A thief used a hug as a distraction in Rockville this past Saturday afternoon, June 20, 2026. According to Montgomery County police, the suspect targeted a female victim in the 700 block of Hungerford Drive at 3:05 PM Saturday. The suspect hugged the victim, and allegedly removed several pieces of jewelry she was wearing during the embrace, before fleeing in a getaway vehicle. Police did not release a description of the suspect, or the getaway vehicle.

Police investigate shots-fired incident in Derwood

Montgomery County police are investigating a shots-fired incident that occurred in Derwood late Friday night, June 19, 2026. Residents in the 7800 block of Miller Fall Road called 911 after hearing gunfire from a nearby field at 11:00 PM. Police were dispatched to recover any potential evidence of a firearm being discharged. The Shady Grove Middle School baseball field is located at the end of that street.

Armed robbery at Red Roof Inn in Rockville

Rockville City police responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Red Roof Inn at 16001 Shady Grove Road last Friday night, June 12, 2026. According to police, a suspect approached the front desk of the hotel at 8:46 PM, and drew a handgun. The suspect demanded the front desk clerk hand over cash. When the clerk informed the suspect that there was no cash to hand over, the suspect ran away. No description of the suspect has been released as of this writing.

Assault at Montgomery Mall

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a 2nd-degree assault at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda Wednesday night, June 10, 2026. The assault was reported at the mall at 9:14 PM Wednesday. This is the fourth known assault to take place at the popular retail center so far this year. A total of twelve assaults were reported at the mall last year, so they are currently on a pace to improve on those numbers.