Homicide in Waldorf; Cash Reward Offered for Info

LA PLATA, Md. (March 23, 2016)—On March 23 at 6:15 p.m., officers responded to the 2500 block of Gittings Court in Waldorf for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located two males with gunshot wounds. One victim, 19, was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced deceased. The second victim, 21, was treated at a hospital for an injury that was not life-threatening.

Investigators are looking into the possibility there was an altercation just prior to the shooting and the suspect may have fled in a car.

Investigators are working on leads and ask anyone with information to call Det. J. Austin at (301) 609-6504. Tipsters wishing to remain anonymous may contact Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS or text CHARLES + the tip to CRIMES (274637) or submit tips online at tipsubmit.com. Crime Solvers is offering a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.