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Monday, June 23, 2025

PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Adelphi

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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Adelphi early Sunday morning. The deceased driver is 23-year-old Olvin Canan Agustin of Hyattsville.

On June 22, 2025, at approximately 3:40 am, officers responded to a single-vehicle crash on New Hampshire Avenue approaching Metzerott Road. Canan was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation indicates Canan Agustin was traveling northbound on New Hampshire Avenue when, for reasons currently under investigation, he lost control and struck a utility pole.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. 

Anyone with information may also 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 25-0033898.

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La Unidad de Análisis y Reconstrucción de Colisiones investiga un accidente fatal ocurrido en Adelphi la madrugada del domingo. El conductor fallecido es Olvin Canan Agustín, de 23 años y residente de Hyattsville.
 
El 22 de junio de 2025, aproximadamente a las 3:40 a.m., oficiales acudieron a un accidente automovilístico en la avenida New Hampshire, cerca de la carretera Metzerott. Canan fue declarado muerto en el lugar.
 
La investigación preliminar indica que Canan Agustín circulaba en dirección norte por la avenida New Hampshire cuando, por razones que se investigan actualmente, perdió el control y se estrelló contra un poste de electricidad.
 
Se solicita a cualquier persona que tenga información sobre este caso que llame a la Unidad de Análisis y Reconstrucción de Colisiones al 301-731-4422.
 
Cualquier persona con información también puede contactar a Crime Solvers en línea en www.pgcrimesolvers.com, a través de la aplicación móvil "P3 Tips" (busque "P3 Tips" en Apple Store o Google Play para descargarla en su dispositivo móvil) o llamar al 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Puede permanecer anónimo. Consulte el caso número 25-0033898.

PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Fort Washington

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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Fort Washington on Friday evening. The deceased driver is 42-year-old Sirlena Moore of Capitol Heights.


On June 20, 2025, at approximately 6:15 pm, officers responded to a collision involving two vehicles in the 8400 block of Allentown Road. Moore was pronounced dead at the scene. A passenger in her vehicle and the driver of the second vehicle were taken to a hospital with injuries considered non-life-threatening.

 

The preliminary investigation indicates Moore was traveling southbound on Allentown Road when, for reasons currently under investigation, her vehicle crossed the double yellow lines and collided head-on with a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction.


Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. 


Anyone with information may also 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 25-0033646.


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La Unidad de Análisis y Reconstrucción de Colisiones investiga un accidente fatal ocurrido en Fort Washington el viernes por la noche. La conductora fallecida es Sirlena Moore, de 42 años y residente de Capitol Heights.
 
El 20 de junio de 2025, aproximadamente a las 6:15 pm, oficiales acudieron a un accidente entre dos vehículos en la cuadra 8400 de Allentown Road. Moore fue declarada muerta en el lugar de los hechos. Un pasajero de su vehículo y el conductor del segundo vehículo fueron trasladados a un hospital con lesiones que no ponen en peligro su vida.
 
La investigación preliminar indica que Moore circulaba en dirección sur por Allentown Road cuando, por razones que se investigan actualmente, su vehículo cruzó la línea amarilla doble y chocó de frente con un vehículo que circulaba en sentido contrario.
 
Se solicita a cualquier persona que tenga información sobre este caso que llame a la Unidad de Análisis y Reconstrucción de Colisiones al 301-731-4422.
 
Cualquier persona con información también puede contactar a Crime Solvers en línea en www.pgcrimesolvers.com, a través de la aplicación móvil "P3 Tips" (busque "P3 Tips" en Apple Store o Google Play para descargarla en su dispositivo móvil) o llamar al 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Puede permanecer anónimo. Consulte el caso número 25-0033646.

Friday, June 20, 2025

PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Thursday night. The victim is 36-year-old Michael Jordan Thompson of Dundalk.
 
On June 19, 2025, at approximately 9:00 pm, officers responded to a shooting near a closed business in the 12000 block of Laurel Bowie Road in the unincorporated section of Laurel. Officers located Thompson outside suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead a short time later at a hospital. A second man was also shot and was dropped off at a hospital. He is in critical but stable condition.
 
Detectives are working to determine the circumstances of this incident to include a motive.
 
Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may call 301-516-2512. 
 
Anyone with information may also 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 25-0033452.

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Monday, June 16, 2025

Suspect in Custody in Connection with Landover Murder

 

Aaron Zaiver Jefferson

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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a man in connection with fatal shooting in Landover earlier this month. The suspect is 33-year-old Aaron Zavier Jefferson of Upper Marlboro. He’s charged with the murder of 31-year-old Dequan Clinkscale of Capitol Heights.

On June 7, 2025, at approximately 4:40 am, officers responded to the 400 block of Warfield Drive for the report of an unresponsive man. Officers located the victim outside in a parking garage suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Through various investigative techniques, detectives identified Jefferson as the suspect. The preliminary investigation revealed he shot the victim during an argument. They were known to each other.

Jefferson is charged with first and second degree murder and related charges. He is currently in custody in Fairfax County pending extradition to Prince George’s County.

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 25-0030846.

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La Unidad de Homicidios del Departamento de Policía del Condado Prince George’s acusó a un hombre en relación con un tiroteo fatal ocurrido en Landover a principios de este mes. El sospechoso es Aaron Zavier Jefferson, de 33 años y residente de Upper Marlboro. Está acusado del asesinato de Dequan Clinkscale, de 31 años y residente de Capitol Heights.

El 7 de junio de 2025, aproximadamente a las 4:40 a.m., los oficiales acudieron a la cuadra 400 de Warfield Drive tras recibir el reporte de un hombre inconsciente. Oficiales localizaron a la víctima en el exterior de un estacionamiento con heridas de bala. Fue declarado muerto en el lugar de los hechos.

Mediante diversas técnicas de investigación, los detectives identificaron a Jefferson como el sospechoso. La investigación preliminar reveló que disparó a la víctima durante una discusión. Se conocían.

Jefferson está acusado de asesinato en primer y segundo grado y cargos relacionados. Actualmente se encuentra detenido en el Condado de Fairfax en espera de su extradición al Condado de Prince George.

Si tiene información relevante para esta investigación y desea hablar con un detective de la Unidad de Homicidios, llame al 301-516-2512.

Si tiene información, comuníquese con Crime Solvers en línea en www.pgcrimesolvers.com, a través de la aplicación móvil "P3 Tips" (busque "P3 Tips" en Apple Store o Google Play para descargarla en su dispositivo móvil) o al 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Puede permanecer anónimo. Consulte el caso número 25-0030846.

PGPD Charges Suspect in Fort Washington Murder

 

Tafari Ron Clauzel

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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a man in connection with a recent fatal shooting in Fort Washington. The suspect is 23-year-old Tafari Clauzel of Fort Washington. He’s charged with the murder of 21-year-old Corenlius Wilson of Glenarden.

On May 19, 2025, at approximately 12:20 am, officers responded to a shooting in the 2800 block of Wood Hollow Terrace. Officers located the victim outside suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Through various investigative techniques, detectives identified Clauzel as the suspect. The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect and victim were known to each other and were involved in an ongoing dispute.

Clauzel is charged with first-degree murder and related charges. He is in custody in Broward County, Florida, on unrelated charges pending extradition to Prince George’s County.

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 25-0026607.

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La Unidad de Homicidios del Departamento de Policía del Condado Prince George’s acusó a un hombre en relación con un reciente tiroteo fatal en Fort Washington. El sospechoso es Tafari Clauzel, de 23 años y residente de Fort Washington. Está acusado del asesinato de Corenlius Wilson, de 21 años y residente de Glenarden.
 
El 19 de mayo de 2025, aproximadamente a las 12:20 pm, oficiales respondieron a un tiroteo en la cuadra 2800 de Wood Hollow Terrace. Los oficiales localizaron a la víctima en el exterior, con heridas de bala. Fue declarado muerto en el lugar de los hechos.
 
Mediante diversas técnicas de investigación, los detectives identificaron a Clauzel como el sospechoso. La investigación preliminar reveló que el sospechoso y la víctima se conocían y mantenían una disputa.
 
Clauzel está acusado de asesinato en primer grado y cargos relacionados. Se encuentra detenido en el condado de Broward, Florida, por cargos no relacionados, a la espera de su extradición al condado Prince George’s.
 
Si tiene información relevante para esta investigación y desea hablar con un detective de la Unidad de Homicidios, llame al 301-516-2512.
 
Si tiene información, comuníquese con Crime Solvers en línea en www.pgcrimesolvers.com, a través de la aplicación móvil "P3 Tips" (busque "P3 Tips" en Apple Store o Google Play para descargarla en su dispositivo móvil) o llame al 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Puede permanecer anónimo. Consulte el caso número 25-0026607.

Monday, June 9, 2025

PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Landover

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Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the Landover area on Saturday morning. The victim is 31-year-old Dequan Clinkscale of Capitol Heights. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
 
On June 7, 2025, at approximately 4:40 am, officers responded to the 400 block of Warfield Drive for the report of an unresponsive man. Officers located the victim outside in a parking garage suffering from a gunshot wound(s). He was pronounced dead on the scene.
 
Detectives are working to determine a motive and identify a suspect(s). Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime.
 
Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may 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 25-0030846.
 
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Detectives de la Unidad de Homicidios investigan un tiroteo fatal ocurrido en la zona de Landover el sábado por la mañana. La víctima es Dequan Clinkscale, de 31 años y residente de Capitol Heights. Se ofrece una recompensa de hasta $25,000 por información que conduzca a un arresto y acusación formal en este caso.

El 7 de junio de 2025, aproximadamente a las 4:40 a.m., oficiales acudieron a la cuadra 400 de Warfield Drive tras recibir el reporte de un hombre inconsciente. Oficiales localizaron a la víctima en el exterior de un estacionamiento con heridas de bala. Fue declarado muerto en el lugar.

Los detectives trabajan para determinar el motivo e identificar al o los sospechosos. Preliminarmente, no creen que se trate de un delito aleatorio.

Cualquier persona con información sobre este caso que desee hablar con un detective de la Unidad de Homicidios puede llamar al 301-516-2512.

Si tiene información, comuníquese con Crime Solvers en línea en www.pgcrimesolvers.com, con la aplicación móvil "P3 Tips" (busque "P3 Tips" en Apple Store o Google Play para descargarla en su dispositivo móvil) o llame al 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Puede permanecer anónimo. Consulte el caso número 25-0030846.


PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision Involving ATV

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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision involving an ATV that occurred Friday night in Oxon Hill. The deceased ATV rider is 31-year-old Trinh Viet Tran of Washington, DC.

 

On June 6, 2025, at approximately 10:20 pm, officers responded to a collision at Livingston Road and Crisfield Drive where officers located the decedent suffering critical injuries. She was pronounced dead a short time later at a hospital.

 

The preliminary investigation revealed Trinh Tran was riding the ATV southbound along Livingston Road, when for reasons now under investigation, her ATV and a car collided in the intersection. The driver of the car was not injured and remained on the scene.

 

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

 

Callers wishing to remain anonymous may 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). Please refer to case number 25-0030824.

 

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La Unidad de Análisis y Reconstrucción de Colisiones del Departamento de Policía del Condado Prince George’s investiga una colisión fatal con un vehículo todoterreno ocurrida el viernes por la noche en Oxon Hill. La fallecida conductora del vehículo todoterreno es Trinh Viet Tran, de 31 años y residente de Washington, D.C.

El 6 de junio de 2025, aproximadamente a las 10:20 pm, oficiales acudieron a un accidente en Livingston Road y Crisfield Drive, donde localizaron a la fallecida con lesiones graves. Fue declarada muerta poco después en un hospital.

La investigación preliminar reveló que ella conducía el vehículo todoterreno en dirección sur por Livingston Road cuando, por razones que se investigan, su vehículo y un automóvil colisionaron en la intersección. El conductor del automóvil resultó ileso y permaneció en el lugar.

Se solicita a cualquier persona que tenga información sobre este caso que llame a la Unidad de Análisis y Reconstrucción de Colisiones al 301-731-4422.

Quienes deseen permanecer anónimos pueden contactar a Crime Solvers en línea en www.pgcrimesolvers.com, a través de la aplicación móvil "P3 Tips" (busque "P3 Tips" en Apple Store o Google Play para descargarla en su dispositivo móvil) o llamar al 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Consulte el caso número 25-0030824.

PGPD Charges Suspect in 2023 Langley Park Murder

 
Rudy Lopez-Garcia

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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a suspect for a fatal shooting that occurred in Langley Park in 2023. The suspect is 33-year-old Rudy Lopez-Garcia of Hyattsville. He’s charged with the murder of 22-year-old Aristides Flores Rosales of Langley Park.
 
On June 10, 2023, at approximately 2:50 am, officers responded to the 8100 block of 14th Avenue for the report of a shooting. Once on scene, officers located the victim inside of an apartment building suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene. A second adult male was also shot and survived his injuries.
 
In August of 2024, the PGPD’s Gun Crimes Unit arrested Lopez-Garcia in connection with an unrelated, non-fatal shooting. Following that arrest, detectives obtained a warrant to search the suspect’s home. During that search, two guns were located. One of those guns was linked to the murder of Rosales. After further investigation, on June 5, 2025, Homicide Unit detectives charged Lopez-Garcia with the 2023 murder.
 
The preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect shot the victim after a dispute. They were not known to each other.
 
Lopez-Garcia is charged with first and second-degree murder and related charges. He is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.
 
If anyone has information regarding this case, they are asked to call 301-516-2512.
 
Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS(8477), go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device.) Please refer to case number 23-0034122.

 

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La Unidad de Homicidios del Departamento de Policía del Condado Prince George’s acusó a un sospechoso de un tiroteo fatal ocurrido en Langley Park en 2023. El sospechoso es Rudy López-García, de 33 años y residente de Hyattsville. Está acusado del asesinato de Arístides Flores Rosales, de 22 años y residente de Langley Park.

El 10 de junio de 2023, aproximadamente a las 2:50 a.m., oficiales acudieron a la cuadra 8100 de la Avenida 14 tras recibir un reporte de un tiroteo. Una vez en el lugar, localizaron a la víctima dentro de un edificio de apartamentos con heridas de bala. Fue declarado muerto en el lugar. Un segundo hombre adulto también recibió un disparo y sobrevivió a sus heridas.

En agosto de 2024, la Unidad de Delitos con Armas del Departamento de Policía del Condado Prince George’s arrestó a López-García en relación con un tiroteo no fatal. Tras el arresto, los detectives obtuvieron una orden judicial para registrar la vivienda del sospechoso. Durante el registro, se localizaron dos armas de fuego. Una de esas armas estuvo relacionada con el asesinato de Rosales. Tras una investigación más exhaustiva, el 5 de junio de 2025, detectives de la Unidad de Homicidios acusaron a López-García del asesinato de 2023.

La investigación preliminar reveló que el sospechoso disparó a la víctima tras una discusión. No se conocían.

López-García está acusado de asesinato en primer y segundo grado y cargos relacionados. Se encuentra bajo custodia del Departamento de Correccionales sin derecho a fianza.

Si alguien tiene información sobre este caso, se le solicita que llame al 301-516-2512.

Las personas que deseen permanecer anónimas pueden llamar a Crime Solvers al 1-866-411-TIPS(8477), ingresar en línea a www.pgcrimesolvers.com o usar la aplicación móvil “P3 Tips” (busque “P3 Tips” en Apple Store o Google Play para descargar la aplicación en su dispositivo móvil). Consulte el caso número 23-0034122.