PGPD Detectives Investigate Fatal Shooting in Fort Washington

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Prince George’s County Police Homicide Unit detectives are actively investigating a fatal shooting in Fort Washington. The victim is 19-year-old David Frye of Washington, DC.


On May 15, 2024, at approximately 6:40 am, Maryland-National Capital Park Police and PGPD officers responded to a park in the 11900 block of Autumnwood Lane for a report of an unconscious man. When they arrived on the scene, officers found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Detectives are working to identify a suspect(s) and establish a motive.

The Prince George’s County Police Department investigates all homicides that occur in the jurisdiction of Maryland-National Capital Park Police.


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 24-0027808.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or 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.)

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