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Two teens arrested, another sought in Bethesda for attempted carjacking

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — Two teenagers were arrested and another person is being sought in connection with an attempted strong-arm carjacking in Bethesda, according to the Montgomery County Department of Police.

Police said on Saturday, May 24, officers received a call from a rideshare driver who was punched while three people attempted to steal her gray Toyota RAV4 as she dropped them off in the 8800 block of Rockville Pike.

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Police posted the surveillance footage of the incident on social media, and community members identified two of the three suspects. On Tuesday, July 22, a 14-year-old boy and a 16-year-old girl were arrested for their involvement.

The two were charged with attempted carjacking, second-degree assault, and conspiracy to commit carjacking. Police referred the case to the Department of Juvenile Services, and both teens were released back to their parents.

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Police say they are still in search of the third suspect, who is pictured below:

Two teens arrested, another sought in bethesda for attempted carjacking 1

Anyone with information regarding the outstanding suspect or this crime is asked to contact Crime Solvers of Montgomery County. Tips can be submitted anonymously at www.crimesolversmcmd.org by clicking the “Submit a Tip” link, or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a reward ranging from $250 to $10,000.

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