UPDATE - PGPD Investigates Murder in Lewisdale

Luis Carlos Guzman-Ventura

Updated December 8, 2012:  As Prince George's County homicide detectives continue to pursue investigative leads and review evidence in the recent gang-related murder of Eliezer Reyes, the outstanding warrant for the second suspect has been recalled.  Detectives now have evidence that vindicates that suspect, and identifies 18 year-old Luis Carlos Guzman-Ventura, of the 2300 block of Rittenhouse Street in Lewisdale, as the actual second suspect.    

A warrant for first degree murder and related charges has been issued for Guzman-Ventura, and detectives are actively searching for him.  

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.

Jose Luis Rodriguez-Nunez

Updated December 6, 2012:  Prince George's County Police have arrested 24 year-old Jose Luis Rodriguez-Nunez, of the 5800 block of 30th Avenue in Hyattsville, in connection with this murder.  Rodriguez-Nunez was taken into custody shortly after the shooting.  He was formally charged on December 6, 2012.  Rodriguez-Nunez is facing second degree murder and related charges.

The adult male victim in the shooting has been treated and released from a local hospital.  The investigation is ongoing.

Updated December 5, 2012: Homicide detectives and District I police officers are in Lewisdale this evening handing out flyers and talking to community members about this morning's murder. Homicide detectives are pursuing solid leads in the investigation.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a murder in Lewisdale. 

On December 5, 2012, at 12:15 am, police officers responded to the 2200 block of Sheridan Street for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, police officers discovered two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. The first victim, an adult male, was taken to a local hospital in stable condition. The second victim, a 14 year old male, was taken to a local hospital in critical condition, where he was later pronounced dead. The victim is identified as Eliezer Benjamin Reyes of Lewisdale.

The preliminary investigation suggests a suspect(s) fired shots from a vehicle as the victims and two others walked down the street. Two members of that group are documented gang members. Investigators believe this shooting was gang related. The suspect vehicle has been recovered.

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

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.