Armed Man Arrested After Pointing Handgun in Downtown Silver Spring; Second Suspect Also in Custody

SILVER SPRING, MD — A tense situation in downtown Silver Spring was swiftly defused Friday evening, July 25, when Montgomery County Police (MCPD) arrested an armed man observed pointing a handgun at individuals. A second suspect, who was the original subject of the police search, was also taken into custody during the incident.

Suspect Spotted on Surveillance Cameras

According to 3rd District Commander Jason Cokinos, officers monitoring public safety cameras in the 8100 block of Georgia Avenue observed a man brandishing and pointing a handgun at people around 7:30 p.m. The alarming behavior prompted an immediate and coordinated response from MCPD patrol units.

Thanks to the live surveillance feed, officers quickly converged on the area and took the armed suspect into custody without incident. The man is facing multiple charges, including:

First-degree assault
Firearms-related offenses

Second Suspect Also Apprehended

While arresting the armed individual, officers also located and apprehended a second man nearby. Authorities confirmed that this individual was the original wanted subject whom officers had been actively searching for in the area prior to the firearm-related incident.

Details regarding the nature of the second suspect’s charges have not been fully released, but officials confirmed that both individuals were transported to a local precinct for processing.

Community Relief and Police Praise

Commander Cokinos praised the quick coordination between surveillance operators and on-the-ground officers, which allowed for a peaceful resolution in a potentially dangerous situation.

“This incident highlights the effectiveness of our public safety camera network and the fast, professional response of our officers,” said Cokinos.

No injuries were reported during the arrests, and authorities emphasized that no shots were fired.

Ongoing Investigation

MCPD detectives are continuing to investigate the events leading up to the handgun display, including reviewing surveillance footage, interviewing witnesses, and confirming whether the firearm was legally owned or connected to other crimes.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Montgomery County Police Department.
Tipsters can remain anonymous.

This arrest serves as a reminder of the importance of community surveillance and rapid police response in ensuring public safety in high-traffic areas like downtown Silver Spring.