On a Wednesday afternoon in the unincorporated section of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, the life of 19-year-old Stefan Groves was tragically cut short. On October 30, 2024, at approximately 12:00 pm, police responded to reports of a shooting in the 13300 block of Burleigh Street. Upon arrival, they discovered the young man outside, suffering from gunshot wounds.
He was a resident of Upper Marlboro.
Emergency services transported Groves to a nearby hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead a short time later. Homicide detectives were quick to begin their investigation into the fatal shooting. While the motive remains unclear, authorities have stated that they do not believe this was a random act of violence, suggesting that Groves may have been targeted.
As of now, the investigation is ongoing, and police have not publicly identified any suspects in the case. No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. Detectives are actively working to determine a motive and to identify those responsible for Stefan Groves's death.
In an effort to generate leads, the Prince George's County Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for any information that leads to an arrest and indictment of a suspect in this case. They are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact the Homicide Unit detectives or to provide anonymous tips through Crime Solvers. The community is left mourning the loss of a young life as the search for answers and justice continues.
