News Releases

Multiple Tips Lead to Bethesda Burglary Suspect Arrest

For Immediate Release: Thursday, April 24, 2025

Gaithersburg, MD – Multiple Crime Solvers tips helped Montgomery County Department of Police detectives identify and arrest 34-year-old Gabriel Oscar Shandler of Rockville, who was wanted in connection with burglary and thefts at a County Liquor Store in Bethesda.

He is charged in connection with a series of crimes that began in April of 2024.

On Wednesday, April 17, 2024, a suspect entered the liquor store in the 400 block of Hampden Lane and stole a bottle of liquor. On Sunday, October 6, 2024, the store was burglarized. The suspect allegedly used a rock to break the front door glass and took items from inside.

On Sunday, October 27, 2024, the suspect returned and attempted to break the glass but left the location when he wasn’t able to get into the store.

A photo of the suspect was obtained during the investigation. On February 27, 2025, the Montgomery County Department of Police – Media and Public Information Office distributed a news release with the photo and details of the investigation. Within one hour of the release, Crime Solvers received three separate tips identifying Shandler as the suspect.

On March 5, 2025, a detective submitted a warrant charging Shandler with second-degree burglary, attempted second-degree burglary, and two counts of theft less than $100.

Shandler was arrested Thursday, April 3 and later released on a $10,000 secured bond.

Crime Solvers of Montgomery County is a nonprofit board, run by volunteers, dedicated to fostering community involvement in public safety by providing a secure and anonymous platform for citizens to share information about criminal activity. Tipsters may remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward of up to $10,000 if their information leads to an arrest or indictment.

# # #

Release ID: 25-167
Media Contact: S.D. Goff 
Categories: arrest , burglary