PGPD Arrests Suspect for the Murder of His Roommate

Ricardo Cortez O’Neal

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit arrested a man in connection with the murder of his roommate in February. The suspect is 33-year-old Ricardo Cortez O’Neal of Washington, DC. He’s charged with the murder of 49-year-old Jamil Offutt of Capitol Heights.

On February 13, 2025, Landover District III officers responded to the 6900 block of Valley Park Road in unincorporated Capitol Heights for a physical dispute between tenants. Upon arrival, they found the victim in the basement unconscious and suffering from trauma. Offutt was transported to a hospital where he died on February 22, 2025.

The Homicide Unit was notified and assumed the investigation into his death. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner concluded Offutt's death resulted from blunt force trauma and ultimately ruled it a homicide. Detectives arrested the suspect on July 29, 2025.

He is charged with second degree murder, involuntary manslaughter and additional charges and is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.  

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.

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PGPD Charges Swim Instructor With Sexual Assaulting Children

 

Tyler Wang'Ombe-Gichuru

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Child and Vulnerable Adult Abuse Unit (CVAA) charged a man with sexually assaulting two children whom he was teaching to swim. The suspect is 25-year-old Tyler Wang’Ombe-Gichuru of Silver Spring.

On July 22, 2025, a relative of the two victims contacted the Prince George’s County Police Department to report the suspect sexually assaulted the two children, both under the age of 10, during a swim lesson. The preliminary investigation revealed the victims’ family hired the suspect to provide the private swim lessons. The sexual assaults occurred at a community center in Upper Marlboro on July 22, 2025. The suspect is not an employee of the community center.  

Wang’Ombe-Gichuru faces multiple charges to include two counts of second degree rape – child under 13, assault and multiple additional sexual offenses. He is currently in custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.

At this time, the suspect is only charged in connection with this case. During this investigation, CVAA detectives learned the suspect first met the victims’ family at a trampoline park in Laurel where the suspect works. This remains an active investigation.

 

CVAA detectives would like to speak to anyone with information on this suspect or who believes they may have been victimized by him in Prince George’s County. You may reach a CVAA detective by calling 301-772-4930. 

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Hit-and-Run in City of Seat Pleasant

Update 7/31/25: Investigators are trying to locate and identify two vehicles of interest. The dark-colored Toyota Corolla will likely have front-end damage. The white Nissan Altima will likely be missing the front plastic wheel well liners and have undercarriage damage. If you spot these vehicles, please call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.

                                     Not Actual Vehicles

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit has assumed the investigation into a now fatal pedestrian hit-and-run that occurred in the city of Seat Pleasant. The deceased pedestrian is 25-year-old Antone Brooks of Upper Marlboro.

 

On July 26, 2025, at approximately 9:45 pm, officers with the Seat Pleasant Police Department responded to the 9000 block of Central Avenue for a pedestrian collision. The victim was located in the roadway and transported to the hospital. He died on July 27, 2025.

            

The preliminary investigation indicates the victim was struck by two drivers who were traveling in the eastbound lanes. Neither driver stopped. One of the striking vehicles is possibly a white compact sedan.

 

The Prince George’s County Police Department investigates all fatal collisions that occur in the city of Seat Pleasant.

 

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

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Laurel

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Friday night. The victim is 33-year-old William Denard Askew of Greenbelt. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On July 25, 2025, at approximately 10:20 pm, officers responded to a shooting in the 13200 block of Laurel Bowie Road in the unincorporated section of Laurel. Officers located Askew in the roadway near the shooting scene suffering from gunshot wound(s). He died on the scene. 

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

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may call 301-516-2512. 

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Suitland

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Suitland on Saturday night. The identity of the driver, an adult male, will be released once his family is located and notified.

On July 26, 2025, at approximately 9:20 pm, officers responded to a single-vehicle collision in the 5900 block of Allentown Road. The driver died at the scene.

The preliminary investigation indicates the driver was traveling southbound on Allentown Road when for reasons still under investigation, he lost control of his vehicle and ultimately struck a fence.

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

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PGPD Investigating Homicide in Beltsville

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a homicide in Beltsville late Thursday night. The decedent is 67-year-old Neville Robinson of Beltsville.

On July 24, 2025, at approximately 10:40 pm, officers responded to the report of a shooting in the 11400 block of Rhode Island Avenue. The decedent was located outside in the roadway suffering what was initially believed to be gunshot wounds.  

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the exact cause of death, however, at this time, it does not appear the decedent was shot. Once on scene, Homicide Unit detectives discovered the decedent had been struck by a vehicle outside of his home causing severe trauma. The driver of the striking vehicle is a 16-year-old male from Bowie who has been identified and located. The preliminary investigation indicates the teenager and Robinson had been involved in an ongoing dispute. On Thursday night, the teenager went to Robinson’s home. The decedent came outside and fired a weapon at the teenager as the teen was driving away. The teenager was not injured.  

Homicide Unit detectives are actively working to determine the entirety of the circumstances surrounding this incident and are in consultation with the State’s Attorney’s Office. At this time, there are no charges against the driver.

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may call 301-516-2512.  

 

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PGPD Investigating Domestic-Related Fatal Shooting

 

Nicole Lanett Ward

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a suspect with fatally shooting her husband inside of their home on Saturday. The victim is 53-year-old Damian Ward of Bowie. The suspect is 50-year-old Nicole Lanett Ward.

On July 19, 2025, at approximately 1:45 am, officers were dispatched to the couple’s home in the 13200 block of Old Chapel Road in the unincorporated section of Bowie. Officers located the victim inside suffering from a gunshot wound. He died at the scene.

The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect shot the victim during an argument.

Nicole Ward is charged with first and second degree murder and related charges. She’s in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may call 301-516-2512.  

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Clinton

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday morning in Clinton. The victim is 17-year-old Camron Anthony Adams of Clinton. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On July 20, 2025, at approximately 11:20 am, officers responded to a shooting in the 6900 block of Killarney Street. Officers located the victim inside of a car suffering from a gunshot wound. He died at the scene. A second adult male victim was also shot. His injuries are not considered life-threatening.

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

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may call 301-516-2512.

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in the City of New Carrollton

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision involving a bicyclist that occurred Thursday evening in the city of New Carrollton. The deceased bicyclist is 55-year-old Tara Carter of Lanham. 

On July 17, 2025, at approximately 7:55 pm, City of New Carrollton police officers responded to a collision in the 8400 block of Annapolis Road. Carter was transported to a hospital where she later died. The involved driver failed to remain on the scene, but thanks to a witness and surveillance video, the driver was located shortly after by New Carrollton Police officers.

The preliminary investigation revealed the involved driver struck the victim while traveling eastbound on Annapolis Road. The cause of the collision remains under investigation.

The Prince George’s County Police Department investigates all fatal collisions in the city of New Carrollton.

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 call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or 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 25-0039242.   

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Shooting Victim Dies of Injuries; Suspect in Custody

Keyri Escalante

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a suspect in connection with a now fatal shooting in Temple Hills on Sunday. The suspect is 20-year-old Keyri Escalante of Fort Washington. The victim is 18-year-old Darlyn Florian-Granados of Alexandria, VA. 

On July 13, 2025, at approximately 3:20 am, officers responded to a shooting in the 5400 block of Broadwater Street. Once on scene, officers located the victim inside of a home suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to the hospital where he died on July 15, 2025.

Immediately after the shooting, detectives with the Gun Crimes Unit responded to the scene. The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect and victim were at a party when the shooting occurred. Gun Crimes Unit detectives charged the suspect with attempted murder and transported her to the Department of Corrections where she remains.  

Homicide Unit detectives assumed the investigation following the victim’s death. Detectives have obtained an arrest warrant charging her with first and second degree murder.  

The circumstances for the shooting remains under investigation.

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 25-0038249.

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PGPD Releases Surveillance Video & Photos of Murder Suspect

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit released video of the suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting on Saturday in Oxon Hill. In the video, the suspect is seen walking away from the scene immediately after the murder of 31-year-old Deon Damien Thomas of Washington, DC.  A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On July 12, 2025, at approximately 8:20 pm, officers responded to a shooting in the 5100 block of Indian Head Highway in Oxon Hill. Officers located Thomas outside suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Here are two additional photos of the suspect after the shooting. Detectives are asking anyone with information on his identity or whereabouts to please call Homicide Unit detectives at 301-516-2512. The motive for the shooting remains under investigation.  

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Missing Woman Found

 UPDATE July 13, 2025: Ms. Fletcher has been safely located.

Gladys Fletcher

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing woman. She is identified as 71-year-old Gladys Fletcher. She was last seen in the 2600 block of Brooks Drive in Suitland on July 12, 2025, at approximately 11:30 am.

Ms. Fletcher is a Black female, 5'6" tall and 145 pounds. She was last seen wearing a gray shirt, camo pants and unknown shoes.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

Missing Man Found

Update July 15, 2025: Mr. Snyder has been located.

Woodrow Snyder

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in finding a missing man. He is identified as 78-year-old Woodrow Snyder. He was last seen in the 5400 block of Temple Hill Road in Temple Hills on July 11, 2025, at approximately 7:15 pm.

Mr. Snyder is a Black male, 5'9" tall and 169 pounds. He was last seen wearing a white shirt, blue jeans and black shoes.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Missing Persons Section at 301-772-8970.

PGPD Arrests Suspect in Landover Fatal Shooting

Damarion Jones

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a man in connection with a fatal shooting early Sunday morning. The suspect is 21-year-old Damarion Jones of Largo. He is charged with the murder of 21-year-old J’len Livingston of Clinton.

On July 6, 2025, at approximately 1:00 am, officers responded to a shooting in the 7500 block of Allendale Drive. Livingston died of his injuries a short time after arriving at a hospital.

Through various investigative techniques, detectives identified Jones as the suspect and obtained a warrant for his arrest. The preliminary investigation revealed he shot Livingston during a dispute. The suspect and victim were known to each other.

The PGPD’s Fugitive Unit located and arrested Jones on Wednesday. He is charged with first and second degree murder and additional charges and is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may call 301-516-2512. 

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Pedestrian Hit-And-Run in Oxon Hill

UPDATE July 14, 2025: The deceased pedestrian has been identified as 45-year-old Earl Parker Jr. of Washington, D.C.

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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the driver and vehicle involved in a fatal pedestrian hit-and-run that occurred early Wednesday morning in Oxon Hill. The identity of the pedestrian, an adult male, will be released once his family is located and notified.

 

On July 9, 2025, at approximately 12:20 am, officers responded to the area of Wheeler Road approaching Birchtree Lane for a collision involving a pedestrian. Officers located the victim in the roadway suffering from trauma. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

 

The preliminary investigation revealed the involved driver struck the pedestrian while traveling westbound on Wheeler Road. The driver did not remain on the scene.

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

 

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Landover

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the Landover area on Sunday morning. The victim is 21-year-old J’len Livingston of Clinton. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On July 6, 2025, at approximately 1:00 am, officers responded to a shooting in the 7500 block of Allendale Drive. Livingston died of his injuries a short time after arriving at a hospital.  

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.  

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Brandywine

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that took place in Brandywine Friday evening. The deceased driver is 48-year-old Gregory Wilson of Hughesville.

On July 4, 2025, at approximately 7:00 pm, officers responded to the 15500 block of Brandywine Road for a single-vehicle crash. Gregory was transported to a hospital where he died a short time later.

The preliminary investigation revealed Wilson was traveling eastbound on Brandywine Road when, for reasons now under investigation, his vehicle left the roadway and ultimately came to rest in a front yard.

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

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PGPD Arrests Suspect for Domestic-Related Murder

                                                      Harry Lindsey

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a suspect in connection with the murder of his girlfriend. The suspect is 32-year-old Harry Lindsey of Landover. He’s charged with fatally shooting 29-year-old Sharita Cristwell of Bladensburg.

 

On July 5, 2025, at approximately 3:35 pm, officers responded to a shooting inside of an apartment in the 700 block of Stretford Way in the Landover area. The victim was pronounced dead on the scene.

 

Following the shooting, the suspect fled the scene. With the assistance of the Metro Transit Police Department which provided critical surveillance video, detectives were able to gather information about Lindsey’s whereabouts. The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Fugitive Unit located and arrested him Sunday morning in Capitol Heights.

 

The preliminary investigation revealed Lindsey shot the victim during an argument. Lindsey is charged with first and second degree murder. He’s in the custody of the Department of Corrections on no-bond status.

 

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. 

 

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PGPD Mourns Passing of Police Corporal

Corporal Tonya Proctor 

The Prince George’s County Police family is mourning the loss of veteran officer, Corporal Tonya Proctor # 2830. She passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2025. Corporal Proctor joined the Prince George’s County Police Department in 2004 and was days away from her retirement after serving with dedication for 21 years.

 

Corporal Proctor began her career in patrol at District II Bowie and had multiple assignments during her tenure, to include District II Investigations, the Fusion Center and the Joint Analysis Intelligence Center. Her final assignment was with the Internal Affairs Division where she transferred to in 2021. In addition to these assignments, Corporal Proctor was also active with FOP Lodge 89 and was the current Recording Secretary.

 

Corporal Proctor leaves behind a loving family to include her husband, James “Mike” Proctor, who is a retired PGFD Firefighter. She was the proud mother to two daughters and the loving grandmother to four grandchildren. In addition to her devotion to her family and this department, Corporal Proctor was known for her love of bowling.

 

Please keep her family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.