In the quiet community of Pasadena, Maryland, a tragic event shattered the neighborhood's sense of peace. On a Sunday afternoon, November 16, 2025, 56-year-old William Hayes and his wife, Jeanna Hayes, 54, were found inside their home on Twickenham Road, both having been fatally shot. The couple was discovered just before 2 p.m. and were pronounced dead at the scene.
They were known for running a home improvement business out of their residence.
The investigation into their deaths quickly led authorities to a suspect, 61-year-old Anthony Louis Reyes of Nottingham. Information provided during a 911 call helped police identify Reyes, who was described as having both a personal and business relationship with the victims. Investigators believe the motive for the killings stemmed from a financial dispute connected to their work. This was not a random act of violence, but a targeted incident.
Later that evening, around 6:30 p.m., police located Reyes's vehicle in Hanover. When officers attempted to pull him over, Reyes fled, leading to a police chase that ended on Interstate 97 near Quarterfield Road. After a brief struggle with officers, Reyes was taken into custody. Both Reyes and one of the officers sustained minor injuries during the arrest.
Following his apprehension, Anthony Louis Reyes was charged with two counts of first-degree murder. He waived his right to a bail review and is being held without bond pending a preliminary hearing. The swift arrest brought a measure of relief to the shaken community, with the police chief acknowledging the importance of having the suspect in custody.
