Third Suspect Captured in Valley Estates Shooting Case
LEONARDTOWN, MD (January 17, 2025) – In a significant development, authorities have apprehended Charles Henry Thompson, 30, of Lexington Park, Maryland, in connection with a shooting that took place on October 30, 2024, in the 22000 block of Valley Estates, Lexington Park. Thompson was located in South Carolina by deputies from the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office, working in conjunction with the U.S. Marshals Service. He was taken into custody without incident and extradited to St. Mary’s County on January 15, 2025.
Continuing Investigation and Arrests
Thompson now faces charges of attempted first- and second-degree murder in relation to the incident. This arrest follows the apprehension of two other individuals, Mark Albert Fenwick Jr., 32, of Park Hall, Maryland, and Jarrell Raheim Johnson, 36, of Prince Frederick, Maryland, who were both arrested in November 2024 in connection with the same shooting. Fenwick is facing a slew of charges, including attempted first- and second-degree murder, first- and second-degree assault, armed robbery, theft, and unlawful taking of a motor vehicle. Johnson, on the other hand, is charged with being an accessory after the fact. Both suspects are currently in custody awaiting trial.
Details of the Incident
The shooting incident occurred on October 30, 2024, at around 8:15 p.m., prompting deputies to respond to reports of gunfire at Valley Estates Drive in Lexington Park. Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim with multiple gunshot wounds. Deputies provided immediate first aid before the victim was airlifted to a regional hospital for further treatment. The victim’s current condition remains undisclosed.
Appeal for Information and Acknowledgments
Detective Kortnie Marsch of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office is spearheading the investigation and is urging anyone with additional information to come forward. She can be reached at 301-475-4200, ext. 8179, or via email at Kortnie.Marsch@stmaryscountymd.gov. The St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office extends its gratitude to the U.S. Marshals Service and the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office for their invaluable assistance in the apprehension of the suspects.
As we continue to uncover the details surrounding this case, let’s remember that safety and cooperation are key in helping law enforcement ensure justice prevails. If you have any information that could aid in this investigation, do not hesitate to reach out. Together, we can make our communities safer for everyone.
