SILVER SPRING, Md. and WHEATON, Md. – The Maryland-National Capital Park Police, Montgomery County Division and Montgomery Parks are seeking the public’s help regarding a fire that destroyed the Greenbriar Local Park main playground, located at 12525 Glen Road, Potomac, Md. The fire took place on May 7, 2024, and caused approximately $1 million in damage. Park Police are asking anyone with information to please contact Montgomery County Fire Department, Fire and Explosives Investigations Office at 240-777-2269 or larry.seipp@montgomerycountymd.gov.
“We put a lot of effort into creating a safe and enjoyable space for the community, and it’s so sad to see it destroyed,” said Miti Figueredo, Montgomery Parks director. “Now, instead of moving forward with other projects, we have to prioritize replacing what was lost. It’s a setback for the whole community.”
The damage to the playground is extensive and it will be closed until further notice. The Greenbriar Local Park was renovated in 2016 with two new playgrounds. The tot playground for ages 2-5 was not damaged and will remain open.