Deputies Arrest First-Degree Assault Suspect

Upper Marlboro, MD… The Office of the Sheriff’s Warrant/Fugitive Division reported the arrest of Chioma Renee Miattonma Egu, on August 12, 2022, on a warrant for First-Degree Assault obtained by Greenbelt Police Department on August 3, 2022.

According to the warrant, on August 2, 2022, police responded to the 8100 block of Good Luck Road, Lanham, MD. for a reported cutting. Police arrived and spoke with the victim, who disclosed having an argument with Egu that allegedly turned into a physical altercation. The warrant states that Egu allegedly ran into the kitchen, grabbed a knife, and stabbed the victim several times before fleeing the scene in an unknown direction. The victim was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. Through their investigation, detectives identified Egu as the suspect.   

On August 12, 2022, deputies determined that Egu could be located at an address in the 5800 block of Cherrywood Lane in Greenbelt, MD.  Upon arrival, deputies knocked and were permitted into the home where they were able to identify Egu in the bedroom. She was then served with the warrant and placed into custody. Egu was safely transported to detectives at the Greenbelt Police Department without incident.   

Egu is also charged with Second-Degree Assault, Reckless Endangerment, and Dangerous Weapon-Intent/Injury.  

 

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

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