Rideshare Driver Dies Week After New Year's Day Shooting In PG County

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, MD — A rideshare driver has died a week after he was shot multiple times on New Year's Day in Prince George's County, police confirmed.

Oluwatosin Adetula, 36, died Tuesday, days after authorities found him in a parking lot in the 3300 block of Bladensburg Road in Cottage City. Police said he was shot multiple times before officers were called to the area around 10:40 p.m.

Investigators determined Adetula was working at the time of the shooting. Authorities have not identified a suspect or motive.

In a statement obtained by WJLA, Adetula's family said he left behind a wife and 6-month-old daughter.

"He was a devoted family man who loved God, enjoyed playing and watching soccer, and cherished every moment spent with his loved ones," his family said.

A GoFundMe has been established to help the family with funeral costs.

Anyone with information on the shooting who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective should call 301-516-2512. A $25,000 reward is available for information leading to an arrest and indictment.

Tips can also be submitted via Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Please refer to case number 25-0000243.