Press Releases - January 2005

January 29, 2005

PRESS RELEASE
Homicide on Maxwell Drive in Camp Springs

            Prince George’s County, Maryland…The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred inCamp Springs , Maryland.

On January 28, 2005, at approximately 11:00 p.m., police responded to the 6300 block of Maxwell Drive for the report of a stabbing.  When officers arrived, they discovered an adult male inside of an apartment, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body.  The victim was transported to Prince George’s Hospital Center where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

The victim has been identified as 27-year old Keith Walston, of the 6300 block of Maxwell Drive.  Police believe that Mr. Walston was shot by the suspect(s) as he answered a knock at his door; however, there is no suspect description and a motive has not been determined.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at (301) 772-4925.  Anyone wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.  A cash reward of up to $1,000 is being offered for the tip that leads to the arrest and indictment of the suspect.  The investigation is continuing.