PGPD PGPD Arrests Suspect in July Fatal Shooting

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Damonte Isaiah Harris​

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit charged a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting in Temple Hills in early July. The suspect is 23-year-old Damonte Isaiah Harris of no fixed address. He’s charged with the murder of 30-year-old James Page of Washington, DC.

On July 2, 2024, at approximately 2:40 am, officers responded to the 6800 block of Old Branch Avenue for a shooting. Officers located the victim inside of a home suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect shot the victim over an ongoing dispute. They were known to each other. Following the shooting, Harris fled the scene. The PGPD’s Fugitive Unit located him Thursday afternoon and took him into custody.

Harris 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 and would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective, they are asked to please call 301-516-2512.

Anyone with information may also 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 24-0038400.

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