Montgomery County detectives are searching for two women wanted on first‑degree murder warrants after a 67‑year‑old Silver Spring woman was found dead at a Gaithersburg apartment complex. Investigators say the suspects are likely in different states and are asking the public to help track them down.
A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information that leads to an arrest. Tips can be shared anonymously with Crime Solvers of Montgomery County or by calling 1‑866‑411‑8477.
Detectives have identified the suspects as 36‑year‑old Samantha Raebel, who authorities say lives in Phoenix, and 29‑year‑old Vanessa Tjongarero‑Henderson of Clarksburg. Both are wanted on first‑degree murder charges. The victim, 67‑year‑old Hilde Henderson, was found dead inside the Charter House apartments in the 1300 block of Fenwick Lane after officers responded to a welfare check on May 26. An autopsy later ruled her death a homicide, according to 12News.
Suspects' History In County Records
County records show that Tjongarero‑Henderson was the subject of a missing‑person alert in January 2023 and was later found safe, according to Montgomery County Government. That earlier notice includes a photo and contact information but does not reference the current homicide investigation.
How To Help And Legal Status
Police say they have obtained arrest warrants charging both women with first‑degree murder and are urging anyone who spots them or has information on their whereabouts to call 911 immediately.
Officials have emphasized that tips may be submitted anonymously and that tipsters may be eligible for the reward, according to Crime Solvers of Montgomery County. The Montgomery County Department of Police Major Crimes Division is leading the investigation and has not released any information about a possible motive.
Detectives are also asking neighbors and nearby businesses to review security camera footage and report anything that might help the case. Anyone with information is urged to contact police directly or submit a tip through Crime Solvers of Montgomery County.
