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Major Crimes Division Releases Video of Suspect in Potomac Homicide

For Immediate Release: Friday, February 20, 2026

Gaithersburg, MD — Detectives with the Montgomery County Department of Police Major Crimes Division, Homicide Section, are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with the shooting death of an 87-year-old Potomac man.

The homicide occurred on the morning of Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Cogir Potomac Senior Living facility in the 10800 block of Potomac Tennis Lane.

87-year-old Robert Fuller Jr. was found dead inside his apartment with a gunshot wound to the head.

During the investigation, detectives obtained surveillance video showing a person on the property of the senior living facility around the time of the homicide. The individual is considered a suspect in this case.

At this time, there is no clear description of the suspect’s gender or race. The person shown in the video could be male or female.

Investigators are asking anyone who recognizes the clothing worn by the individual, or who can identify any distinguishing characteristics, including the person’s gait, to call the Major Crimes Division at 240-773- 5070 or Crime Solvers of Montgomery County.

Contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County by visiting crimesolversmcmd.org and clicking the “Submit a Tip” link at the top of the page or by calling 1-866-411-8477. Tips may remain anonymous. Information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a reward ranging from $250 to $10,000.

 

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Release ID: 26-078
Media Contact: S.D. Goff  
Categories: homicide