The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit obtained an arrest warrant for one of the suspects wanted in connection with a fatal shooting early Sunday morning. The suspect is 22-year-old Raheem Hawkins-Boseman of Silver Spring. He’s charged with first degree murder in connection with the fatal shooting of 27-year-old Jessica Somerville of Suitland. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
On March 17, 2024, at approximately 2:15 am, officers responded to a shooting in the 5800 block of Silver Hill Road in the unincorporated section of District Heights. The victim was located outside in a parking lot suffering from a gunshot wound.
Earlier this week, detectives released surveillance video of Hawkins-Boseman and the second male suspect. In the video, they are seen inside of a fast food restaurant prior to the shooting which occurred a few minutes later in the parking lot. Investigators are working to locate the second suspect.
The motive for the shooting is under investigation.
Detectives urge anyone who has information on Hawkins-Boseman’s whereabouts is urged to call the Homicide Unit at 301-516-2512.
Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS, 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 24-0015802.
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