Friday, August 29, 2025

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.
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 25-0040942.
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