PGPD PGPD Investigating Fatal Shooting in Forestville

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The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal shooting in Forestville. The victim is 18-year-old Kendall Batson of District Heights. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On May 11, 2023, at approximately 6:35 pm, officers responded to a parking lot in the 2300 block of Ritchie Road. Batson was located suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead a short time later at a hospital.

Investigators are working to determine a motive and identify a suspect(s).

Anyone with information relevant to this investigation is asked to call the Homicide Unit 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 23-0028062.

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