Forestville Man Charged In Fatal Shooting: Police

FORESTVILLE, MD — A 20-year-old man has been charged in connection with a June homicide in Forestville, police said.

Geonte Stockton, of Forestville, was charged with first and second degree murder of Jerelle Burnett, 25, of Temple Hills.

At about 8:05 p.m. June 28, patrol officers responded to the 6400 block of Pennsylvania Avenue for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, the officers discovered Burnett outside suffering from gunshot wounds and pronounced him dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals the suspect and victim were involved in a verbal altercation prior to the shooting, police said.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call the PGPD Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgpolice.org and submit a tip online.

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