The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a domestic-related fatal shooting that occurred on Tuesday night. The victim is 32-year-old Tequia Nails of Fairmount Heights. The suspect is 26-year-old Quindell Mercer of Washington, DC. At approximately 10:00 am this morning, the PGPD was notified that Mercer was located in Washington, DC, suffering from what is believed to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He has been pronounced deceased.
On September 24, 2024, at approximately 11:00 pm, officers responded to a shooting in the 500 block of 62nd Avenue in the town of Fairmount Heights. The victim was located inside of her home suffering from gunshot wounds. She was pronounced dead on the scene.
The preliminary investigation revealed Mercer shot Nails before fleeing the scene. The suspect and victim were in a previous relationship.
The Prince George’s County Police Department investigates all homicides that occur in the town of Fairmount Heights.
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 24-0056681.
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