Prince George's County police reported a domestic‑violence shooting on September 22, 2026 that resulted in the death of a woman and the suicide of the suspect. Officers were dispatched to a residence in the county after receiving a call about a shooting involving an intimate partner. Upon arrival, investigators found the unidentified male suspect had shot his girlfriend before turning the weapon on himself.
The investigation confirmed that the woman, whose name has not been released, was injured during the incident and later died as a result of her wounds. The suspect was also found deceased at the scene, indicating a self‑inflicted gunshot wound. The county's homicide unit is handling the case as a domestic‑violence homicide, and the incident has been logged as one fatality and one injury.
Prince George's County Police Department released a brief statement confirming the nature of the incident as a domestic‑violence event. The department emphasized that they are continuing to gather evidence and will provide additional information as it becomes available. No further injuries were reported, and no other individuals were involved according to the initial findings.
The shooting adds to ongoing concerns about intimate‑partner violence in the region, prompting local officials to remind the public of resources available for victims of domestic abuse. Authorities have not disclosed the type of firearm used or any prior history involving the suspect. The investigation remains active, and the department has urged anyone with relevant information to contact law enforcement, though no public appeal was included in the initial report.