PGPD Arrests Two Suspects in Murder of Michael Brown

Raphael Chad Mwilima

Daquan Marquis Leon Douglas

The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested two suspects for the murder of 23-year-old Michael Nolan Brown of Seat Pleasant. The suspects are identified as 16-year-old Raphael Chad Mwilima of the 3200 block of Weeping Willow Court in Silver Spring and 19-year-old Daquan Marquis Douglas of the 7700 block of Willow Drive in Seat Pleasant. Mwilima is being charged as an adult. Detectives are seeking the public's help identifying a third suspect in the murder.

On May 14, 2013, at approximately 10:30 pm, patrol officers responded to the 600 block of Cabin Branch Drive for a shooting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found Brown unresponsive inside of his home. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals three suspects entered the home at gunpoint and demanded money. A confrontation ensued, during which Brown was fatally shot. Robbery is the motive.

Douglas turned himself in to PGPD detectives on May 23, 2013. Mwilima was arrested at his Silver Spring home on May 20, 2013. Both suspects are charged with first degree murder, armed robbery and other charges. They are in custody of the Department of Corrections on a no bond status.

Anyone with information about this case or the identity of the third suspect is urged to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477) or text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to http://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/police/and submit a tip online. A cash reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

For more information, please contact the Prince George's County Police Department's Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.  

PGPD Arrests District Teen for Armed Carjacking

The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested a teenager for an armed carjacking that resulted in multi-vehicle crash in the District.  The suspect is identified as 17-year-old Malik Hasaam Wilkins of the 5300 block of Clay Terrace in Northeast Washington.  He is being charged as an adult.

Malik Hasaam Wilkins

On May 23, 2013, at approximately 7:30 am, patrol officers were called to the 2200 block of Seton Way in District Heights for the report of an armed carjacking.  Two masked men had approached the victim as he sat in his car.  Both suspects pulled out a gun and demanded the victim’s vehicle.  The victim complied.  He was not hurt.

Within minutes of the call, an alert PGPD patrol officer spotted the carjacked vehicle on Southern Avenue and attempted to stop the car.  The suspects fled, crossing into the District.  As the suspects tried to make a turn onto Texas Avenue in Southeast Washington, the driver lost control and struck a car waiting at a red light.  The passenger in that car was taken to the hospital for observation.  After this collision, the suspects continued to flee and hit a school bus with three students on board.  Their injuries are minor.  At this point, the two suspects jumped out the carjacked vehicle and tried to run.  Officers caught and arrested Wilkins.  The second suspect was able to get away.  Officers recovered a handgun on the scene.

Wilkins is charged with armed carjacking, fleeing and eluding and a weapons charge.  He is currently in custody in the District awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County.

Anyone with information on this case or the identity of the second suspect is urged to call the Regional Investigation Division – Central Region at 301-772-4910.

PGPD Arrests Suitland Man for Child Abuse

The Prince George’s County Police Department arrested a Suitland man for abusing a young child in his care.  He is identified as 26-year-old Clifton Edward Bernard of the 3800 block of Swann Road. 

Clifton Edward Bernard

On May 22, 2013, at approximately 8:00 am, patrol officers were called to the 3800 block of Swann Road for the report of an unresponsive child.  The two-year-old child was taken to the hospital, where he remains in critical condition.  He is being treated for several injuries including head trauma. 

PGPD detectives interviewed Bernard who admitted to assaulting the child.  Bernard is in a relationship with the child’s biological mother.  Bernard is charged with attempted murder, first and second degree child abuse as well as first and second degree assault.  He is being held at the Department of Corrections on a no bond status.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

PGPD Honors Patrol Officers of the Month

Prince George’s County patrol officers suit up every day to serve the people of the county.  Their good works too often go unnoticed.  Here are patrol officers of the month for April.

District I Police Officer of the Month

Police Officer Ryan Macklin

On April 21, 2013, Police Officer Ryan Macklin responded to the 7500 block of Dover Lane in Lanham for the report of a cutting.  Once on scene, PO Macklin immediately provided first aide to the victim who was suffering from several stab wounds.  At the same time, he broadcast a lookout for the suspect.  During a search of the area, PO Macklin spotted the suspect and arrested him without incident.

District II Police Officers of the Month

Corporal Jeremy George

Police Officer First Class Scott Wilson

On April 4, 2013, Corporal Jeremy George and Police Officer First Class Scott Wilson were called to the area of Ransom Drive and Guinevere Road after residents reported hearing the sound of gunshots.  Prior to their arrival, dispatch advised that the possible suspects were seen driving away in a white van.  As they approached the area, Corporal George and POFC Wilson spotted a white van with three passengers and initiated a traffic stop.  As the patrol officers approached the van, they smelled a strong odor of possible marijuana.  The patrol officers were given permission to search the vehicle.  They found a .45 caliber handgun under the driver’s seat.  No victims were located, but several .45 caliber shell casings were also recovered in the area.

District III Police Officer of the Month

Police Officer Chris Hall

On March 28, 2013, Police Officer Chris Hall responded to the 3000 block of Pennsy Drive for an attempted armed robbery. Upon arrival, the patrol officer spoke with the victim who advised that the suspect had pulled out a knife and announced a robbery. The victim was able to get away and call police.  PO Hall and the victim canvassed the area looking for the suspect and spotted him a short time later.  After a short foot case, PO Hall was able to arrest the suspect without further incident

District IV Police Officer of the Month

Police Officer Luke Allen

On April 23, 2013, Police Officer Luke Allen conducted a traffic stop in the 5100 block of Deal Drive in Upper Marlboro.  As he approached the vehicle, he smelled a strong odor of possible marijuana coming from the car.  PO Allen ordered the four occupants out of the car. A computer check showed the driver had a suspended license and five open warrants.  During a search of the vehicle, PO Allen found a backpack in the trunk with a sawed off 12-gauge shotgun, a revolver, a digital scale, 38 grams of marijuana, numerous baggies and PCP.

District V Police Officer of the Month

Police Officer Todd Fowble

On April 1, 2013, Police Officer Todd Fowble conducted a traffic stop in the 7500 block of Allentown Road in Temple Hills.  After obtaining the driver and passenger’s information, PO Fowble began to walk back to his cruiser to run a check.  A few moments later, the front passenger bailed out of the car, holding the right side of his waistband as he ran away. During a foot chase, the suspect dropped a loaded handgun, a knife and ski mask.  The driver was arrested, but the passenger was able to get away.  As PO Fowble continued the investigation, he was able to identify and obtain warrants for the suspect.  On April 23, 2013, PO Fowble found the suspect at a home in Fort Washington. He was arrested without further incident.

District VI Police Officers of the Month

Corporal Kenny Cheung

Police Officer Michael Risher II

Police Officer Michael Stargel

On April 17, 2013, Corporal Kenny Cheung and Police Officers Michael Risher and Michael Stargel were called to Avebury Drive in Laurel for an armed robbery in progress.  Upon arrival, the patrol officers spoke with the victim and quickly established a perimeter around the apartment building.  When the two suspects tried to exit the building, they spotted the patrol officers and ran back inside.  One of the suspects then tried to escape from the rear of the building, but also turned back when spotting an officer.  The suspects soon surrendered.  Two loaded handguns were recovered from the scene.