Crime
Man Killed, Juvenile Injured in Annapolis Shooting; Suspect Identified and Wanted
Annapolis, MD – Authorities are actively searching for a suspect in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Wednesday, March 19, in Annapolis, leaving one man dead and a juvenile injured.
According to the Annapolis Police Department (APD), officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 100 block of Clay Street at approximately 7:40 a.m.
Upon arrival, they discovered 36-year-old John Simms Jr., an Annapolis resident, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Despite life-saving efforts, Simms Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene.
A second victim, a juvenile, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to Johns Hopkins Pediatric Hospital in Baltimore for treatment.
Investigators identified 31-year-old Roscoe Jerome Jones, of Oxon Hill, Maryland, as the primary suspect in the case.
An arrest warrant was issued for Jones at 6:44 p.m. on March 19, charging him with:
- First-degree murder in the death of John Simms Jr.
- Assault related to the juvenile victim’s injuries.
Authorities have not yet disclosed details regarding the events leading up to the shooting.
Law enforcement officials, including the U.S. Marshals Service, are actively working to locate and apprehend Jones.
“I’d like to thank my Deputy Chief, command staff, community members, and the dedicated men and women in uniform who worked diligently to advance this case,” said Annapolis Police Chief Edward Jackson.
Authorities urge the public not to approach Jones, as he is considered armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is encouraged to:
- Call 9-1-1 immediately.
- Contact Detective Courtney Moore at 443-714-0088 or via email at clmoore@annapolis.gov.
- Contact Detective J. Liebross at 410-562-7520 or via email at jdliebross@annapolis.gov.
- Submit anonymous tips to the U.S. Marshals tip line at 1-877-WANTED2 or online.
Authorities will provide further updates as the investigation progresses.
MUSKEGON, Mich. — Police are actively searching for the suspect responsible for a deadly shooting that left two people dead and three others injured, including a young child, inside a Muskegon home on Saturday afternoon.
Authorities identified the two victims who died as 25-year-old Josh Fondren Jr. and 22-year-old Cori May, according to the Muskegon Police Department.
Investigators initially withheld the victims’ identities pending family notification.
The shooting occurred at approximately 3:15 p.m. inside a residence near the intersection of Jackson Avenue and McLaren Street.
Officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving multiple reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, they discovered several individuals suffering from gunshot wounds.
Fondren was pronounced dead at the scene.
Cori May and two additional 25-year-old men were transported to a local hospital for treatment.
May later succumbed to her injuries, while the two men remained in critical condition as of Saturday evening.
A 4-year-old child was also injured during the incident.
Police said the child’s injuries were minor, and the child was expected to be released from the hospital.
Muskegon Police Chief Tim Kozal confirmed that the suspect fled the scene before officers arrived.
As of the latest update, no arrests have been made.
While the investigation remains ongoing, Kozal stated that the shooting does not appear to be a random act, and officials do not believe there is an immediate threat to the broader public.
In response to the recent surge of violence, Muskegon Mayor Ken Johnson issued a statement late Saturday night addressing the tragic impact on the community.
“Our community has been shaken by tragedies this week, with the apparent murder of Thomas ‘Tommy’ Stewart in his home in the 1400 block of Jiroch Street on Monday, and then Saturday’s mass shooting in a home in the 600 block of Jackson Avenue,” Johnson said.
The mayor urged residents with any information to come forward and also called for unity during this difficult time.
“Meanwhile, let’s hold the victims, their families, our neighbors, and all the first responders and medical professionals in our hearts, prayers, and thoughts,” Johnson said. “May our community come together in care for one another, as we navigate these traumatic events, and in pursuit of justice.”
Anyone with information related to the shooting is urged to contact:
- Muskegon Police Department: 231-724-6750
- Silent Observer (anonymous tips): 231-722-7463
The investigation remains underway.