Rockville Synagogue Burglarized, Police Release Photos Of Suspect

ROCKVILLE, MD — Images of a man suspected of robbing a Rockville synagogue were released over the weekend by Montgomery County Police.

Authorities say a man broke into the front door of B’nai Israel Congregation and went into an office space inside that police say is rented by a commercial establishment. The man took items from the office and put them in a white Transit or Sprinter-style van and drove away, police said.

Authorities did not say what was stolen.

Police describe the suspect as a white male, with glasses, a yarmulke, black Adidas pants with white stripes, a light-colored scarf, a black rain jacket and New Balance sneakers. They are asking anyone with information to call the 1st District Investigative Section at 240-773-6084 or 240-773-TIPS, or contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).