Teen Found Murdered in Gaithersburg Park: Police

Gaithersburg, MD — The death of an 18-year-old man whose body was found in a Gaithersburg park Friday night has been called a homicide, officials said.

Montgomery County Police and Gaithersburg Police officers were called to Malcolm King Park, 1200 West Side Drive, about 7:46 p.m. for the report of a death.

First responders located the victim, who has been identified as Cristian Antonio Villagran Morales of Gaithersburg; there was evidence of trauma to his body, police said.

Detectives ask anyone who may have information about the murder to contact the Major Crimes Division at 240.773.5070.

For those who wish to remain anonymous, Crime Solvers of Montgomery County is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for any information that leads to the arrest of the suspect(s). Tipsters can call Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).