Detectives Investigate Homicide in Chillum

Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting in Chillum. The victim is 37-year-old Anthony Russell of Alice Avenue in Oxon Hill. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On July 8^th, at about 5:15 am, patrol officers responded to the 5700 block of Cypress Creek Drive for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, the officers discovered the victim outside suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

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

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the 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 www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.