Gaithersburg police seek public's help to identify armed robbery suspect

GAITHERSBURG, MD — The Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division is actively investigating an armed robbery at a Shell gas station in Bethesda that took place on Tuesday, July 30. The incident, which occurred at 10200 Westlake Drive, prompted a swift response from the 2nd District officers around 11:33 p.m.

After entering the gas station to use the restroom, a male suspect threatened an employee with a knife, stole merchandise from behind the counter, and fled with the items in his backpack. The police have obtained a clear surveillance video of the suspect and are seeking assistance from the public to identify him.

The suspect is described as a Black male, around 26 years old, approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall, with a medium build and a goatee. He was last seen wearing a black and camouflage cap, a black t-shirt, black pants, black tennis shoes, and carrying a black and camouflage backpack.

The Montgomery County Police encourage anyone with information about the suspect to contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County, MD through their website at www.crimesolversmcmd.org or by calling 1-866-411-8477. Information leading to an arrest may qualify for a reward ranging from $250 to $10,000. Tipsters may remain anonymous.

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