Police Investigate Murder on 61st Place

     Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating the murder of 19 year-old Devon Mansa Gilkes in Riverdale, Maryland.


     On February 8, 2012, at approximately 10:16 p.m., patrol officers responded to the 6400 block of 61st Place for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered Devon Mansa Gilkes suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

     Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) and establish a motive in this case. The 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), 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.