Hungry Thieves and Religious Graffiti: Weird News Near Potomac

Burglar Steals Cash Register, Asks for Bandage

After smashing a glass door and stealing a cash register, a burglar asked a nearby shop owner for an adhesive bandage.

Thief Grabs Dinner Before Robbing Waverly Grill

A thief ate his dinner before robbing the Waverly Grill at gunpoint.

Man Fights Police Over Crab Meat

A man fought with a police officer after trying to take crab meat from Giant.

4 Charged in Movie Theater Credit Card Case

Police said four young people from Bowie used a stolen credit card to buy tickets to a movie at a Gambrills theater. They were identified after posing for pictures in the theater’s photo booth.

Police Involved in Pursuit, Shooting Late Sunday in Gaithersburg

GAITHERSBURG—Montgomery County police shot a suspect during a traffic stop Sunday night at the intersection of Quince Orchard Road and Darnestown Road and engaged in a brief pursuit immediately thereafter. 

At least two individuals are being sought for spray painting fish and crosses on the Bowie City Hall and several city vehicles.