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MCPD Identifies Individual Reported at St. Patrick's Church

For Immediate Release: Thursday, September 4, 2025

Gaithersburg, MD – The Montgomery County Department of Police has identified the individual who was reported taking photographs at St. Patrick’s Church.  

On Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, 4th District officers received a call from a parishioner who observed a man dressed in all black and wearing black gloves, taking photographs of the church building, including entryways. Officers, along with the department’s Behavioral Assessment and Analysis Unit, began an investigation to identify the individual and determine the nature of his actions.

As of Wednesday, Sept. 3, the subject has been located and identified. He was cooperative with investigators, and at this time, there is no indication of criminal activity or threat to the community.

4th District officers maintained a visible presence in the area during the investigation and continue to work with faith based institutions, schools, and other sensitive sites in the community on issues of safety and security. 

MCPD reminds residents to remain vigilant and to report suspicious activity by calling 911 in an emergency or 301-279-8000 in a non-emergency.

 

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Release ID: 25-420
Media Contact: S.D. Goff 
Categories: suspicious-situation