Police investigate Montgomery Village homicide

A bizarre auto accident in Montgomery Village has turned into a homicide case, after an autopsy was completed on the driver in the one-car crash on April 26, 2025. Henry Krishawn Gilbert, 20, of Clarksburg was behind the wheel of a vehicle when it slammed into a townhome in the 9800 block of Brookridge Court in Montgomery Village at 11:51 AM that morning. Police responding to the accident discovered Gilbert was suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers attempted to administer lifesaving care, but Gilbert tragically passed away at the scene.

No suspect is in custody at this time. Detectives are urging anyone with information regarding this case to contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County. Tips can be submitted anonymously at www.crimesolversmcmd.org by clicking the "Submit a Tip" link, or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a reward ranging from $250 to $10,000.

Baja Burger of the Week at Dogfish Head Alehouse in Gaithersburg

The burger-of-the-week this week at Dogfish Head Alehouse in Gaithersburg is the Baja Burger. It features a 4 oz. beef patty topped with two panko fried butterfly shrimp, chipotle coleslaw, and a drizzle of sour cream. With a side of Beach Fries, the special totals at $18. Dogfish recommends pairing the Baja Burger with an ice cold Tropical Squall beer. Dogfish Head Alehouse is located at 800 W. Diamond Avenue.

Photo courtesy Dogfish Head Alehouse

Poke Bros., Charm City Run close in Gaithersburg

Is the poke bowl fad officially over? Poke Bros. has closed at 107 Market Street at Kentlands Market Square in Gaithersburg. The restaurant opened in November 2023. Their signage is still up, but the space is being marketed for lease. Also cleared out is Charm City Run at 255 Kentlands Boulevard, although a sticker remains on the glass out front. The Baltimore-based chain's stores in Annapolis, Bel Air, Columbia, Fells Point, Frederick, Rehobeth Beach, and Timonium remain open, according to the company website.

Renovations ahead for Germantown Safeway

The Safeway at 19718 Germantown Road will be undergoing renovations in the coming months. Changes will include removal of one of the existing entrances to the grocery store, something stores like Target have been doing in recent months, due to rampant shoplifting and looting in Montgomery County. That entrance will become an emergency exit. New display cases, checkouts, and shelving will be installed, along with some remodeling updates of the interior design. The work is expected to begin before the end of spring.

Who is breaking into Clarksburg Closet?

Clarksburg Closet, a non-profit operation of Cedarbrook Community Church that provides free clothing to those in need, has been targeted by burglars three times in recent months. Montgomery County police are investigating the incidents, the most-recent of which occurred Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Clarksburg Closet and detectives are seeking any information you may have regarding these incidents, and who may be involved.

The first two attempts to break down a rear door of the building failed. On Tuesday, at 3:38 PM, one or more suspects used a rock to bend and damage the bottom of the back door of their facility at 23810 Stringtown Road. They then pried the door open and entered. A second rear door and window were then opened by the intruder(s). 

A stapler was used to vandalize two tables, and items were scattered about. So far, detectives and staff have determined that 10 pairs of size 12 basketball shoes were stolen. Clarksburg Closet will have to pay for the repair of the rear door.

Because all of the attempted and successful break-ins occurred between 3:30 and 4:00 PM, and based on evidence of litter indicating juveniles were loitering on the premises outside the building after-hours, the staff believes juveniles may be behind the incidents.

If you can help identify anyone who may have been involved with the break-ins, email info@clarksburgcloset.org, or call police at (301) 279-8000. 

Indecent exposure at Gaithersburg library

Montgomery County police were called to a public library in Gaithersburg on April 19, 2025, after someone allegedly exposed themselves there. The incident was reported at the Gaithersburg Library at 18330 Montgomery Village Avenue at 11:57 AM. Montgomery County arrest records show no arrests for indecent exposure that day, indicating the suspect eluded capture that morning.

Virginia added more than twice as many jobs as Maryland in March

The economic development broken record played the same tune yet again in the Washington, D.C. region last month. Virginia destroyed Maryland in job creation once again, adding more than twice as many jobs in March 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Maryland added 2,300 jobs, while Virginia added 5,900 jobs. 

March's job creation numbers show Virginia's economy remained far stronger than moribund Maryland's in a month where both states were impacted by federal job cuts. The total number of actual federal positions lost remains murky, as legal injunctions or orders to rehire workers have followed many of the "DOGE" layoffs.

"This job growth reflects businesses hiring as Virginians continue to find opportunities," Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin said in a statement. "Virginia has jobs, and we’re committed to strengthening the business environment so that everyone can find a path to success right here in the Commonwealth."