Deputies Arrest First Degree Assault Suspect

 

Upper Marlboro, MD… The Office of the Sheriff’s Warrant/Fugitive Division reported the arrest of Devonte Jermaine Brooks, on June 9, 2022, on a warrant for First Degree Assault obtained by county police on May 15, 2022.

According to the warrant, on May 15, 2022, police responded to the 6100 block of Surrey Square Lane in District Heights, MD, for a domestic-related shooting. Upon arrival, the police discovered a victim suffering from a gunshot wound in an apartment. Police learned that the victim had a verbal dispute with Brooks, and he became upset and started to strangle the victim. The victim was able to break free and Brooks allegedly pulled out a weapon and shot the victim before fleeing the scene. The victim was taken to a local hospital and treated for injuries. Through their investigation, detectives were able to identify Brooks as the shooter.

On June 9, 2022, deputies determined that Brooks could be located at an address in the 6100 block of Surrey Square Lane in District Heights, MD.  Upon arrival deputies were able to identify Brooks, he was then served with the warrant, placed into custody, and safely transported to the Prince George’s County Department of Corrections without incident. Prince George’s County Police Detectives were notified.

Brooks is also charged with Assault Second Degree, Reckless Endangerment, Firearm Use/Felony-Violence Crime, Loaded Handgun on Person, and Handgun on Person.

For more information contact the Communications and Public Affairs Division at 301-780-8637.

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