Masked crew storms Silver Spring mall store in late night burglary smash and grab

Montgomery County detectives released surveillance images of four suspects tied to the commercial break in

SILVER SPRING, Md. — Montgomery County detectives are searching for four suspects accused of breaking into a Silver Spring mall store during a late-night burglary that ended with stolen merchandise and the suspects fleeing before police arrived.

According to the Montgomery County Department of Police 3rd District Investigative Unit, the burglary happened Friday, May 15, at approximately 11:45 p.m. at DTLR inside City Place Mall in the 8600 block of Colesville Road.

Investigators said the suspects forced their way into the store, stole merchandise, and fled the scene.

Police released surveillance images of the suspects and are asking the public for help identifying them.

Authorities described one suspect as a Black female wearing a pink hooded sweatshirt, a light-colored headband, black shoes, and carrying a blue backpack.

A second suspect was described as a Black male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black pants, white silver and black shoes, and carrying a black Nike backpack.

Detectives said another suspect was a Black male wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, gray shorts, red and white sneakers, and carrying a blue JanSport backpack.

The fourth suspect was described as a Black male wearing a dark-colored hooded sweatshirt, black pants, and red and white sneakers.

Police have not released the value of the merchandise stolen during the burglary.

Masked crew storms silver spring mall store in late night burglary smash and grab
Photo: masked crew storms silver spring mall store in late night burglary smash and grab

Anyone with information regarding the suspects or the incident is urged to contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County by visiting www.crimesolversmcmd.org or by calling 1-866-411-8477.

Authorities said tips leading to an arrest may qualify for rewards ranging from $250 to $10,000. Anonymous tips are accepted.


Key Points

  • Montgomery County police are searching for four suspects tied to a Silver Spring mall burglary
  • Detectives said the suspects broke into DTLR at City Place Mall and stole merchandise
  • Surveillance images were released as investigators seek public assistance