Wednesday, December 6, 2023

PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Takoma Park

Detectives with the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Tuesday morning. The victim is 40-year-old Murat Pacal of Takoma Park. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case. 

On December 5, 2023, at approximately 3:05 am, officers responded to a shooting in the 6700 block of New Hampshire Avenue in the unincorporated section of Takoma Park. Officers located the victim outside suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.  

Detectives are working to determine a motive and identify a suspect(s). 

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, they are asked to please call 301-516-2512.     

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device), or call 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 23-0072135.  

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