Boyfriend Arrested after Woman Found Dead from Fatal Blow to Head in Montgomery County
Police Investigate Suspicious Death After Woman Found Unresponsive in Apartment
Montgomery County police have arrested a 32-year-old man in connection with the death of a woman found unresponsive in an apartment on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.
Officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 10:30 p.m. at an apartment complex located in the 1200 block of Quince Orchard Boulevard in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Upon arrival, they found a 28-year-old woman suffering from a fatal blow to the head. The victim, identified as Sarah Wilson, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Suspect Identified as Boyfriend of Victim
A preliminary investigation revealed that Wilson had been involved in a domestic dispute with her boyfriend, 32-year-old David Jones. Jones was taken into custody at the scene and charged with second-degree murder.
According to court documents, Wilson had been living with Jones at the apartment complex for several months. Witnesses reported hearing a loud argument coming from the apartment on the night of the incident.
Domestic Violence a Growing Concern
The arrest of Jones comes amid growing concerns about domestic violence in Montgomery County and across the nation. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), one in four women in the United States will experience domestic violence in their lifetime.
Domestic violence can take many forms, including physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, and financial abuse. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, there are resources available to help.
Resources for Domestic Violence Victims
The following resources are available to victims of domestic violence in Montgomery County:
- The Montgomery County Family Justice Center: 240-777-1111
- The Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Services (SAVAS) of Montgomery County: 800-638-4425
- The National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
