Motel 6 Armed Robbery: Surveillance Photos Of Suspect Released

GAITHERSBURG, MD — Detectives have released surveillance photos of a man suspected in a May 26 armed robbery at the Motel 6 in the 400 block of Quince Orchard Road in Gaithersburg.

About midnight, the suspect was seen entering the room that was occupied by two female victims and then left the room about 15 minutes later. As he left the room, Montgomery County Police said the suspect grabbed one of the victim's pink purse, which contained cash, and pointed a knife at the victims.

Both victims tried to stop the robber and a struggle ensued, which continued outside the hotel room. The suspect was then able to escape.

Detectives said the suspect is described as a large white male, in his 30s. He has short black hair, a black beard, and a tattoo on his right forearm. sHe was wearing black rimmed-glasses, a multicolor T-shirt, black pants and black/white New Balance shoes.

Anyone with information about this suspect or this crime is asked to contact Crimes Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information that leads to the arrest of the suspect. Callers may remain anonymous.