PGPD Detectives Charge Suspect in Domestic-Related Homicide

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Rene Pop Chub​

Homicide Unit detectives charged a man in connection with the killing of his brother. The suspect is 32-year-old Rene Pop Chub of Capitol Heights. The victim is 45-year-old Crisantos Pop Chub of Capitol Heights.

On August 16, 2024, at approximately 11:30 pm, officers responded to the 500 block of Shady Glen Drive for the report of a fight. Once on scene, they located the victim unconscious, and another victim, an adult male, outside lying on the ground. They were both taken to the hospital. Mr. Crisantos Pop Chub died of his injuries on August 30, 2024.

The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect pushed the victim during an argument causing the victim to fall and hit his head. The second victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Pop Chub is charged with second-degree murder and additional charges. The suspect is in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.

If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 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 24-0048109.

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