The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit arrested and charged a man in connection with a recent fatal shooting in Lanham. The suspect is 25-year-old Kyon Adams of Lanham. He’s charged with the murder of 33-year-old Cameron Smith of Lanham.
On May 19, 2025, at approximately 8:20 pm, officers responded to the 9300 block of Lanham Severn Road for the report of a shooting. Officers located Smith suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a hospital, where he died a short time later. A second victim was also shot. His injuries are not considered life-threatening.
Through various investigative techniques, detectives identified Adams as the suspect. The preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect shot the victim over a dispute.
Adams is charged with first degree murder and related charges. He’s in the custody of the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status.
If anyone has information relevant to this investigation and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, they are asked to please call 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 25-0026793.
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