Police Investigate Homicide on Branch Avenue

Prince George’s County, Maryland… The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a homicide that occurred in Temple Hills, Maryland.


On April 29, 2011 at approximately 3:27 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 3200 block of Branch Avenue for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, patrol officers found 39-year-old Therin Martin, of the 5000 block of Hunt Place, Washington D.C., lying on the ground suffering from apparent gunshot wounds to his body. He was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased upon arrival.

Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) and establish a motive in this case. This investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about this case is asked 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.