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Rockville City Police are investigating a shooting that occurred on June 20, 2024, around 8:30 p.m. An adult male victim, aged 26, was found with a gunshot wound to the abdomen and is currently in stable condition at a local hospital. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the police department.
Rockville has appointed Jeffrey J. Mihelich as its new city manager, effective July 15. With over 30 years of experience in city management, Mihelich aims to enhance community partnerships and implement the Mayor and Council's vision for the city.
Andrew Winter, the principal of Ritchie Park Elementary School, has been charged with second-degree assault following an alleged incident involving a student. The Rockville City Police Department, in collaboration with the Montgomery County State’s Attorney's Office, conducted an investigation that led to the issuance of an arrest warrant on June 3, 2024. Winter has since turned himself in and is awaiting his initial court appearance.
Rockville City Police are investigating a stabbing incident that occurred on May 10, 2024, involving a 78-year-old male victim who sustained a non-life-threatening injury. The suspect, described as an African American male in dark clothing, fled the scene on foot, and police are seeking information from the public.
A Rockville man, Wesley Walker Jr., was arrested on April 16, 2024, in connection with a shooting that occurred on April 10, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries to the victim. Walker, who is prohibited from possessing firearms, was found with a handgun and ammunition at his residence. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence in the Rockville area.
Rockville has secured over $4 million in federal earmark funding aimed at enhancing local infrastructure, including the construction of a new emergency operations center and improvements to storm drains, water mains, and sewer lines. This funding is expected to significantly benefit the Potomac Woods neighborhood and improve emergency response capabilities. Earmarks allow Congress members to allocate federal funds to specific projects, reflecting a commitment to local community needs.
Rockville has secured over $3.9 million in federal earmark funding to enhance its emergency operations, upgrade police communications, and improve water and sewer infrastructure. This funding, part of two legislative packages signed by President Biden, will support multiple local projects, significantly impacting community safety and infrastructure.
A Rockville man, Ahmari Keys, was arrested on March 24, 2024, for his involvement in an assault that occurred in February, where he allegedly brandished a firearm. During the arrest, police recovered a loaded Glock handgun and charged Keys with multiple offenses, including First Degree Assault and Use of a Firearm in a Crime of Violence.
A shooting investigation is underway in Rockville, MD, following an incident on March 17, 2024, where an adult male sustained two non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. The victim is currently in stable condition, and police are actively investigating the circumstances of the shooting, assuring the community that there is no ongoing threat.
Rockville City Police Department participated in the Maryland State Police Polar Bear Plunge, taking a chilly dip in Chesapeake Bay to support the Special Olympics on February 2, 2024. This community event showcases the department's commitment to local causes while promoting camaraderie among officers and residents.