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Montgomery County Police Conduct Death Investigation (UPDATE)

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Update: May 24, 2022 - This afternoon, the autopsy was conducted, and the possibility of foul play was ruled out. 

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Gaithersburg, MD – Detectives from the Montgomery County Department of Police – Major Crimes Division are investigating a suspicious death that occurred on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 in the 1700 block of East West Hwy. 

 

At approximately 12:06 a.m., 2nd District officers responded to the location for the report of a disturbance. Upon arrival, officers located a deceased adult male.   

 

There is no suspect in custody at this time. There is no known threat to the community.   

 

This is an active and ongoing investigation.   

 

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore will conduct an autopsy to determine the manner and cause of death. 

 

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the Major Crimes Division at 240-773-5070 or contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County toll-free at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Callers can remain anonymous.

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Release ID: 22-271
Media Contact: L.N.J.Ivey 
Categories: death-investigation