Detectives Arrest Suspect for Domestic-Related Fatal Shooting in Upper Marlboro

Justin Waters

The Homicide Unit arrested and charged a suspect in connection with a domestic-related fatal shooting in Upper Marlboro Thursday afternoon. The suspect is 22-year-old Justin Waters of the 400 block of Pritchard Lane in Upper Marlboro. He is charged with fatally shooting his father, 57-year-old Stuart Waters, of Upper Marlboro.

On May 20, 2021, at approximately 2:00 pm, officers were called to the 400 block of Pritchard Lane for the report of a shooting. The victim was located inside of a house suffering from gunshots wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Justin called 911 and admitted to shooting his father during an argument and fight. He is charged with first and second degree murder and related charges.

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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 21-0022312.