In the late evening hours of September 10, 2023, tragedy struck in Oxon Hill, Maryland, when 30-year-old Lamont Oxley of Washington D.C. was fatally shot. The incident, which also claimed the life of his 28-year-old cousin Charles Oxley of Oxon Hill, unfolded around 11:10 p.m. in the 5500 block of Livingston Terrace.
When Prince George's County police officers arrived at the scene, they discovered a grim tableau.
One of the men was found inside a vehicle, while the other was nearby, both suffering from gunshot wounds. Charles Oxley was pronounced dead at the scene. Lamont Oxley was rushed to a nearby hospital, but his injuries proved to be too severe, and he succumbed to them shortly after arrival.
The double homicide sent shockwaves through their family and the wider community. Family members remembered both Lamont and Charles as devoted fathers. In the wake of the shooting, a GoFundMe campaign was established to assist with the unexpected funeral expenses.
As of now, the investigation into the murders of Lamont and Charles Oxley remains ongoing. Detectives are actively working to identify a suspect or suspects and to determine a motive for the shooting. A reward of up to $25,000 has been offered for any information that leads to an arrest and indictment in the case. The Prince George's County Police Department and Crime Solvers have appealed to the public for any relevant information, assuring that tipsters can remain anonymous. Despite these efforts, no arrests have been made, and the case continues to be unresolved, leaving a family searching for answers and justice.
