PGPD PGPD Charges Suspect in Capitol Heights Fatal Shooting

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Zarkee Bembo-Wilson​

Prince George’s County Police Homicide Unit detectives charged a suspect in connection with a recent fatal shooting. The suspect is 23-year-old Zarkee Bembo-Wilson of Capitol Heights. He is charged with fatally shooting 41-year-old Airmus Dillard of Capitol Heights.

On March 5, 2024, at approximately 6:25 pm, officers responded to the 300 block Cedarleaf Avenue in the unincorporated section of Capitol Heights for the report of a shooting. Once on scene, they located Dillard suffering from gunshot wounds. He was taken to the hospital where he died several hours later.

The preliminary investigation revealed Bembo-Wilson and Dillard were known to each other and were involved in an ongoing dispute.

The PGPD’s Fugitive Unit located and arrested Bembo-Wilson on Tuesday. He is in custody at the Department of Corrections on a no-bond status. He is charged with first and second degree murder and related charges.

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may 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 24-0013523.

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