Manhunt for chevy chase fugitive wanted for murder of maryland parole officer

Manhunt for Chevy Chase Fugitive Wanted for Murder of Maryland Parole Officer

by
June 1, 2024
1 min read

GAITHERSBURG, MD — The Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division has launched an intensive search for Emanuel Edward Sewell, a 54-year-old Chevy Chase resident, following the death of a Maryland Parole and Probation agent. Sewell is wanted on charges of second-degree murder.

The incident unfolded on Friday at approximately 5:50 PM when police were called to the 2800 block of Terrace Drive in Chevy Chase to perform a welfare check on a missing agent, who had been conducting a routine check on Sewell, a registered sex offender. Upon entry, officers found an adult male deceased. Sewell had fled the scene and remains at large.

Authorities have described Sewell as potentially armed and dangerous and advise the public not to approach him. He is believed to be driving a gray 2017 Hyundai Elantra, with Maryland license plates 93661HT.

The identity of the deceased agent will be disclosed after next of kin are notified. The cause of death will be determined by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner. Citizens with any information on Sewell’s whereabouts are encouraged to contact the Montgomery County Police non-emergency number or Crime Solvers of Montgomery County. Tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a substantial reward and can be made anonymously.

Shore News Network Staff Report
Shore News Network Staff Report Latest posts

Shore News Network Staff Report is the official newsroom byline used by Shore News Network when a story is produced through the collaborative work of multiple members of the editorial team rather than a single reporter.

This newsroom account is reserved for articles that involve contributions from multiple journalists, editors, photographers, researchers, or news desk staff. It is also used for developing stories that are updated as new verified information becomes available, as well as for community announcements, weather coverage, public safety alerts, election results, and other newsroom-produced content.

Every article published under the Shore News Network Staff Report byline is reviewed and edited in accordance with the organization's editorial standards for accuracy, fairness, attribution, and transparency. Information is verified through official government agencies, court records, law enforcement, public documents, direct reporting, interviews, and other reliable primary and secondary sources before publication whenever possible.

The Staff Report account does not use artificial intelligence to independently generate news or publish unverified information. AI-assisted tools may occasionally be used for editorial support tasks such as transcription, formatting, grammar review, or workflow efficiency, but all published content is subject to human editorial oversight and approval by Shore News Network's newsroom staff.

As an independently owned digital news organization, Shore News Network is committed to original reporting, public safety journalism, government accountability, local community coverage, and breaking news throughout New Jersey and surrounding regions. Stories published under the Staff Report byline reflect the collective experience and editorial judgment of the Shore News Network newsroom.

Readers who have corrections, additional information, or news tips related to a Staff Report article are encouraged to contact the newsroom at news@shorenewsnetwork.com. Shore News Network welcomes factual corrections and updates as part of its commitment to accurate, transparent journalism.

  1. Illegal Alien With Prior DV Charges Chased Woman With Knife, Pulled Cop’s Gun Before Being Shot
  2. New Jersey’s Ten Most Ridiculous COVID-19 Lockdown Rules: A Look Back
  3. Biden-Appointed Federal Judge Dismisses DOJ Lawsuit Seeking New Jersey Voter Records
  4. Howell Police Warn Against Trespassing at Abandoned Movie Theater After Urban Exploration Videos

Facebook