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Murder Suspect Apprehended After Fleeing From Police In Maryland: Sheriff

A wanted man has been arrested in Prince George's County in connection to a July attempted murder, authorities say.

Nathan Farmer

Nathan Farmer

Photo Credit: Prince George's County Sheriff's Office

Nathan Farmer was taken into custody on Wednesday, Aug. 17 in connection to the incident in the 5400 block of Silver Hill Road on Tuesday, July 19, according to Prince George's County police.

Police arrived at the scene of the crime to find the victim on the ground suffering from a gunshot wound after Farmer and the victim allegedly got into an altercation, police said.

Farmer allegedly pulled out a firearm during the altercation and shot the victim before fleeing the scene. The victim was transported to a local hospital in critical condition.

Police were informed that Farmer may be located at an address in the 4200 block of 28th Avenue in Temple Hills. Officers were able to locate Farmer at the address before he attempted to flee, but was captured and served a warrant for Attempted Second Degree Murder.

Farmer is also charged with first-degree assault, second-degree assault, and reckless endangerment from a car, according to investigators. 

For more information, contact the Communications and Public Affairs Division at 301-780-8637.

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