PGPD Detectives Charge Suspect in Temple Hills Fatal Shooting

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Izayah Matthews​

The Homicide Unit charged a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting in Temple Hills Sunday afternoon. The suspect is 18-year-old Izayah Matthews of Temple Hills. He’s accused of murdering 43-year-old Antonio Bell of Oxon Hill.



On August 18, 2024, at approximately 3:30 pm, officers responded to the 3300 block of Huntley Square Drive. Officers located Bell in a parking lot suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene. A second man was also located with a gunshot wound. His injuries are not considered life-threatening.



Following the shooting, Matthews fled the scene. The PGPD’s Fugitive Unit located the suspect late Sunday night and took him into custody. The preliminary investigation suggests Matthews shot the victim during a dispute.



Matthews 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 relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 301-516-2512.


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.) Please refer to case number 24-0048425.


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