The Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred late Friday night. The victim is 18-year-old Daijah Cherry 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 June 19, 2026, at approximately 11:05 pm, officers responded to a shooting in the 1400 block of Doewood Lane in the unincorporated section of Capitol Heights. The victim was located outside suffering from a gunshot wound(s). She died a short time later at a hospital.
Investigators are working to identify the suspect(s) and determine a motive.
If you have information and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, 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 26-0032723.
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