Frederick police seek to identify fourth suspect after traffic stop leads to gun seizures

Frederick Police Seek to Identify Fourth Suspect After Traffic Stop Leads to Gun Seizures

FREDERICK, Md. — The Frederick Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a fourth individual involved in a traffic stop that led to the seizure of multiple firearms.

The incident occurred on August 22, 2024, around 12:15 p.m., when detectives from the Major Crimes Unit initiated a traffic stop in the area of Madison Street and Carrollton Street in Frederick City. During the stop, the driver and two passengers were detained and charged with various offenses related to the incident.

Four handguns were recovered during the operation, raising the stakes of the ongoing investigation. The Frederick Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division is now focused on identifying a fourth individual connected to the case. A photograph of the person of interest has been released to the public in hopes of gathering more information.

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the fourth individual or the incident to contact Detective Sergeant Shatlock at 301-600-2128 or via email at JShatlock@FrederickMDPolice.org. Additionally, those wishing to remain anonymous can reach out to the Frederick Police Department’s Crime Tip Line at 301-600-TIPS (8477).

The department is also requesting that residents in the vicinity with surveillance systems review their footage and report any potential evidence to D/Sgt. Shatlock. The investigation remains active as detectives work to piece together all elements of the case.

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