The Prince George’s County Police Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Saturday afternoon in Silver Spring. The victim is 35-year-old Carlos Alberto Ortiz of Silver Spring.
According to police, “On September 14, 2024, at approximately 4:00 pm, officers responded to the 9200 block of New Hampshire Avenue for a shooting. Once on scene, they located Ortiz in a wooded area 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. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.”
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 24-0054425. Photo courtesy Google Maps.