TEMPLE HILLS, Md. – Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Sunday night in Temple Hills. The victim is 22-year-old Louis Smith Jr. of Greenbelt. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
On May 5, 2024, at approximately 11:20 pm, officers responded to the 2600 block of Southern Avenue for the report of a shooting. Once on scene, they located Smith inside a stairwell suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.
Detectives are working to determine a motive and identify a suspect(s).
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 24-0025807.