Rockville Shooter Sentenced to 120 Years in Prison
A judge sentenced Kaloyan Stoev to over a century in prison for two murders committed in 2025.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Crime — General
Judge John Maloney sentenced Kaloyan Stoev to 120 years in prison on September 28, 2026. This sentencing follows a jury conviction earlier this year for the murders of Marcell Hebron and Leilani Marroquin.
Why it matters
The lengthy sentence marks the conclusion of a violent case that shook the local Rockville community. It addresses two separate shooting incidents that occurred in the area in 2025.
Judge John Maloney handed down the 120-year sentence following a jury conviction on two counts of second-degree murder, two counts of firearm use in a felony, and two counts of possession of a firearm while prohibited.
The players
Kaloyan Stoev
He is the individual convicted of two counts of second-degree murder and multiple firearm-related offenses.
John Maloney
He is the judge who presided over the sentencing proceedings at the Montgomery County Circuit Court.
Marcell Hebron
He was a 26-year-old victim found inside a vehicle near Shady Grove Road and Research Boulevard.
Leilani Marroquin
She was a 27-year-old victim whose body was discovered in a hotel parking lot.
The details
Kaloyan Stoev was convicted after firing shots from the back seat of a BMW, resulting in the deaths of 26-year-old Marcell Hebron near Shady Grove Road and Research Boulevard, and 27-year-old Leilani Marroquin at a hotel parking lot. Following the shootings, Stoev fled on foot before being arrested by police at a hotel.
Timeline
Marcell Hebron and Leilani Marroquin were killed in 2025.
A jury convicted Kaloyan Stoev on April 23, 2026.
Judge John Maloney sentenced Stoev on September 28, 2026.
Legal Context
The sentence follows the rigorous application of sentencing standards within the Montgomery County judicial system. This outcome mirrors typical historical efforts in this jurisdiction to impose consecutive penalties for multiple homicide and firearm-related convictions.
This sentencing concludes a major investigation that required significant local police resources to locate and apprehend the suspect. Residents can expect the finalization of this legal process to provide closure regarding the 2025 shooting incidents.
The takeaway
The resolution of this case highlights the severe legal consequences for individuals who commit multiple acts of violence involving firearms. Local residents should remain aware of resources provided by local law enforcement for reporting suspicious activities to help maintain community safety.
Further reading
For more information on local judicial proceedings, visit the Crime — General section.
