Ocean city police seek public help to recover discarded weapon used by criminal suspect
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Ocean City Police Seek Public Help to Recover Discarded Weapon Used by Criminal Suspect

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April 18, 2024

OCEAN CITY, MD—The Ocean City Police Department is requesting public assistance in locating a weapon discarded by a suspect during a chase on April 13, around 6:45 p.m. The incident occurred near the intersection of First Street and Baltimore Avenue.

Described as critically important evidence related to a serious crime in another jurisdiction, the weapon’s recovery is of high priority. The police have assured that the weapon can be returned anonymously and a reward will be offered for its retrieval.

Individuals with information or questions about this case are encouraged to contact Detective David Whitmer in the Major Crimes Section. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the department’s crime tips website. The case reference number is 2024-00-0684.

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