Detectives Charge Suspect for Fatal Shooting in Laurel

James King IV

The Prince George’s County Police Department charged a suspect with a fatal shooting that occurred in late July in the unincorporated section of Laurel. The suspect is 48-year-old James King IV of Laurel. He’s charged with the murder of 33-year-old William Denard Askew of Greenbelt.

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.

It is unknown whether the suspect and victim knew each other. The motive remains under investigation.

King 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.

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision Involving E-Bike

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal collision involving an e-bike that occurred Wednesday evening in the unincorporated area of District Heights. The identity of the rider, an adult male, will be released once his family is located and notified.

 

On August 27, 2025, at approximately 6:45 pm, officers responded to Pennsylvania Avenue approaching Walters Lane for reports of a collision.

 

The preliminary investigation indicates that the driver was traveling on Pennsylvania Avenue when the collision occurred with the bicyclist in the southbound lanes. The cyclist died at the scene. The involved driver remained on the scene and was not injured.

 

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 Two-Vehicle Collision Involving Stolen Vehicle

 The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision that occurred in Landover on Tuesday afternoon. The deceased driver is 35-year-old Shaunte Denise Canty of Washington, D.C.

On August 26, 2025, at approximately 3:50 pm, Seat Pleasant patrol officers observed a vehicle that had previously been reported stolen on August 22, 2025, traveling in the area of Seat Pleasant Drive and Joplin Street. Officers continued to follow the car from a safe distance, without engaging in a pursuit.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the stolen vehicle accelerated northbound on Sheriff Road towards the intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Highway, running the red light, and ultimately struck the side of Canty's vehicle, which was traveling eastbound on Martin Luther King Jr. Highway. Canty died on the scene. A child passenger traveling with Canty sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Of the four juvenile males who were inside the stolen vehicle, three were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries where they currently remain. One juvenile is in police custody.

Detectives are in consultation with the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office to determine the charges against the juveniles. Detectives are also investigating the juveniles for unrelated crimes that may involve the stolen vehicle.

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

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Improvised Incendiary Device Found at Capitol Heights Fire Station; Seeking Community's Assistance to Identify Suspect

 

The Prince George’s County Police Department, in conjunction with the Office of the Fire Marshal for Prince George’s County and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, is investigating an improvised incendiary device that was placed near Fire Station 805 in Capitol Heights on August 13, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m. No one was injured.

 

We are seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the suspect involved in this incident. The suspect was seen wearing the jacket pictured in the video and photos shared here. A reward of up to $7,500 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

 

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. 

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PGPD Releases Video of Murder Suspect

The Homicide Unit is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the suspect wanted for a homicide that occurred in August of 2023. The suspect is wanted for the murder of 33-year-old Chuck Deonte Jenkins of no fixed address. In the video, the suspect is seen walking towards the location of the incident. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and indictment of the individual responsible for this case.

On August 27, 2023, at approximately 3:30 am, officers responded to the 5100 block of Indian Head Highway for a welfare check. The decedent was located outside suffering from trauma and pronounced deceased on the scene. Detectives are working to determine a motive for the murder.

 Anyone with information on the suspect 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 23-0050529.

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Fort Washington

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred late Sunday evening. The decedent’s identity will be released once the next of kin has been notified.

 On August 24, 2025, officers responded to a single-vehicle collision in the area of Forte Foote Road and Oxon Hill Road in Fort Washington, which had occurred at approximately 11:25 pm.

 The preliminary investigation indicates the driver was traveling on Oxon Hill Road when, for reasons still under investigation, the driver lost control of the vehicle and struck a tree. The deceased died at the scene.

 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 25-0047098.

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Oxon Hill

Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Oxon Hill on Wednesday afternoon. The victim is 25-year-old Nathaniel Stephon Grier of New Carrollton. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

 

On August 20, 2025, at approximately 2:05 pm, officers responded to a shooting in the 4900 block of Indian Head Highway. Officers located Grier outside suffering from a gunshot wound. He died at the scene. A teenager was also shot. Preliminarily, his injuries are not considered life-threatening. A third person, an adult male, also suffered minor injuries during the incident.

 

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.  

 

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 25-0046207.

 

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PGPD Arrests Suspect for Fatal Shooting of 17-Year-Old in Clinton

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting in July that occurred in Clinton. The suspect is a 17-year-old male from Washington, D.C. He is charged with the murder of 17-year-old Camron Anthony Adams of Clinton. The suspect is charged as an adult.

 

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 a car suffering from a gunshot wound. He died at the scene. A second adult male victim was also shot. His injuries were not life-threatening.

 

Through various investigative techniques, detectives identified the suspect, who knew the victim. The PGPD’s Fugitive Unit located and arrested him on August 5, 2025, for possession of a handgun.

 

The suspect is charged with second-degree murder and related charges. He remains 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. 

 

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 25-0039740.

 

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Takoma Park

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday afternoon in the unincorporated section of Takoma Park. The victim is 20-year-old Victor Bastardo Reyes of Beltsville. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

 

On August 17, 2025, at approximately 12:25 p.m., officers responded to a shooting in the 6300 block of New Hampshire Ave. Officers located Bastardo Reyes in the roadway near the shooting scene suffering from gunshot wound(s). He died a short time later at the hospital.

 

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.

 

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 25-0045588.

 

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Hit-And-Run Involving E-Bike in Capitol Heights

VEHICLE OF INTEREST

**UPDATE 8/19/25** Investigators are seeking assistance from the community in identifying a vehicle involved in a fatal hit-and-run that occurred on August 15, 2025, on Shell Street & Billings Avenue in Capitol Heights. They believe the vehicle is a blue 2001-2003 Ford F-150 Super Crew, which likely has damage to the front end.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the PGPD’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422. Please refer to case number 25-0045320.

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The Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the driver and vehicle in a fatal hit-and-run that involved an e-bike that occurred on Friday night in Capitol Heights. The deceased rider is 45-year-old Dameian Wilson of Capitol Heights.
 
On August 15, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers responded to the area of Shell Street and Billings Avenue for a collision. Officers located the victim in the roadway suffering from trauma. He died on the scene.
 
The preliminary investigation indicates that Wilson was traveling northwest on Shell Street when he was struck by a vehicle at the intersection with Billings Avenue. The driver did not remain at the scene. Investigators believe that the striking vehicle is a blue Ford F-150.
 
Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at 301-731-4422.
 
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 25-0045320.
 
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PGPD Arrests Suspect in Oxon Hill Fatal Shooting

Daniel William Jackson

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit identified and charged a man in connection to a fatal shooting in July in Oxon Hill. The suspect is 45-year-old Daniel William Jackson of Washington, DC. He is charged with the murder of 31-year-old Deon Damien Thomas of Washington, DC.

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.

The motive for this fatal shooting remains under investigation.

The PGPD’s Fugitive Unit located and arrested Jackson on Thursday. 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. 

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 25-0038190.

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Laurel

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Tuesday morning. The deceased driver is 40-year-old Louis Sanchez Smith of Laurel. 

On August 12, 2025, officers responded to a single-vehicle collision in the 11400 block of Laurel Bowie Road in the unincorporated section of Laurel which had occurred at approximately 12:05 am.

The preliminary investigation indicates Smith was traveling southbound on Laurel Bowie Road, when for reasons still under investigation, he lost control of the vehicle and struck multiple trees. Smith died at the scene.

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 25-0044549.

PGPD Arrests Suspect for Fatal Shooting in Accokeek

Clarence Green Jr.

Prince George’s County Police Homicide detectives arrested a man in connection with the murder of his mother’s boyfriend. The suspect is 24-year-old Clarence Green Jr. of Accokeek. He is charged with the murder of 38-year-old Gene Garrett Jr. of Accokeek. 

On August 8, 2025, at approximately 12:00 am, officers responded to the 16000 block of Caribbean Way for the report of a shooting. Officers located Gene Garrett Jr. inside the residence suffering from a gunshot wound(s). He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect shot the victim as a result of an on-going dispute. Green and Garrett were known to each other and were co-habitants. Green was taken into custody on the scene without incident. He is charged with first degree murder, assault, and additional related charges. He 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.

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 25-0026793.

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PGPD Investigating Fatal Collision in Clinton

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash that occurred in Clinton on Wednesday night. The deceased passenger is 19-year-old Adrianna Alicka of Hughesville. 

 

On August 6, 2025, at approximately 10:45 pm, officers responded to a single-vehicle collision in the 11100 block of Tippett Road. Alicka was pronounced dead at the scene. A second passenger was taken to the hospital with injuries not considered life-threatening. The driver was not injured.

 

The preliminary investigation indicates the driver was traveling southbound on Tippett Road when for reasons still under investigation, the driver lost control of the vehicle 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.

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PGPD Releases Video of Murder Suspect Who Fled on Bicycle

 

The Homicide Unit is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the suspect wanted for a recent fatal shooting. The suspect arrived to and then fled the scene on a bicycle. The suspect is wanted for the murder of 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 for the murder.

 

Anyone with information on the suspect or the bicycle 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 25-0040942.

 

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