Strong-arm robbery in Wheaton

Montgomery County police were called to the scene of a strong-arm robbery in Wheaton last night. The assault and robbery were reported in the 12200 block of Veirs Mill Road at 9:00 PM Tuesday. That is a busy commercial area around the intersection of Veirs Mill and Randolph Road. According to police, an unspecified number of suspects pushed the victim to the ground, and robbed them of property. No description of the suspect(s) has been released at this time.

Hit and run in Wheaton

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a hit-and-run accident and assault in Wheaton last night. The collision was reported at the intersection of Blueridge Avenue and Bucknell Drive, a relatively quiet corner near the Bucknell Apartments, at 10:10 PM. According to police, following the collision, one of the drivers drove away as a member of the other party attempted to hold onto the vehicle's door handle. That action by the fleeing driver was termed an aggravated assault by police.

Purple Line overhead catenary installed on Bonifant St. in Silver Spring

Overhead catenary for the future Purple Line light rail route has been installed along Bonifant Street near the Silver Spring Library station. The apparatus holds the power lines from which the trainsets will draw electricity to operate. Many streetcar lines in the Washington, D.C. area utilized a similar system in the previous century. The Bethesda-to-New Carrollton line is currently expected to begin operation in late 2027, barring any further setbacks.

Stabbing in Glenmont

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a stabbing this morning in Glenmont. The incident was reported in the 12300 block of Georgia Avenue at 11:46 AM. Officers responding to the scene found an adult male suffering from what police describe as "non-life-threatening injuries." He was transported to a local hospital. Police have not released a description of the suspect(s), who remain(s) at large. Yet another example of the troubling 2026 trend in Montgomery County of violent crimes being perpetrated during daylight hours.

El Metate opening soon in Wheaton

El Metate is coming soon to Wheaton. The Mexican restaurant will be located at 2302 Price Avenue, next to Dulcería Bombón. Signage has been installed above the storefront. El Metate had a liquor license hearing earlier this month. "El Metate brings the authentic flavors of Mexico to Wheaton through traditional recipes, handcrafted cocktails, and warm hospitality inspired by our rancho roots," the owners said in a statement provided on its Google business listing.

Wheaton attempted stabbing ends in arrest

Montgomery County police responded to a report of an aggravated assault in Wheaton yesterday afternoon. The assault was reported in the 2400 block of Reedie Drive at 4:45 PM Thursday. According to police, a suspect armed with a knife attempted to stab an individual. Officers successfully apprehended the suspect, who was not identified as of this writing.

McDonald's burglarized in downtown Silver Spring

Montgomery County police responded to a report of a burglary at the McDonald's restaurant at 8407 Colesville Road in downtown Silver Spring on August 10, 2026. Officers responding to the scene found evidence of forced entry at the restaurant. They determined that unspecified property had been stolen from inside the building. Police believe the break-in occurred sometime between 12:01 AM and 5:00 AM that morning. The suspect is described only as a Black male of unknown age.