Crime & Safety
Teen Charged With Second-Degree Attempted Murder
A teenager is facing second-degree attempted murder, among other charges, in a stabbing incident that took place outside of a Wawa.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, MD — A Gaithersburg teenager is facing several charges after being involved in a stabbing incident outside of a Wawa convenience store.
The 17-year-old boy, who is being charged as an adult, is facing second-degree attempted murder, first-degree assault, and a dangerous weapon with intent. He has not been identified.
The Gaithersburg Police Department said in a Tuesday release that the teenager was arrested by detectives Monday at about 9 p.m.
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Charges were issued in the case hours after officers responded to the 400 block of S. Frederick Avenue just after 11:30 a.m. for reports of a stabbing.
At the scene, officers found two boys suffering from lacerations. They were both hospitalized with critical but non-life-threatening injuries.
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Officials have not yet detailed what caused the incident. It's also unknown whether the second individual involved in the case will be facing any charges.
The department is urging anyone with information to contact police at (301) 258-6400. Anonymous tips can be made at (301) 330-4471.
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