CLINTON, Md. — Prince George’s County Police Department (PGPD) Homicide Unit detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of 30-year-old Anthony Traevon Dawson in Clinton on Monday night. The incident occurred on May 12, 2025, at approximately 9:40 p.m. in the 9800 block of Piscataway Road, where officers found Dawson in a parking lot suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to an arrest and indictment in the case.
Police responded to reports of a shooting and discovered Dawson outside, fatally wounded. Detectives are actively working to establish a motive and identify any suspects involved. No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. The PGPD is urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in resolving the case.
Individuals with details related to the shooting can contact the Homicide Unit directly at 301-516-2512. Alternatively, tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app, or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Those providing information should reference case number 25-0025346. Anonymity is assured for tipsters.
The $25,000 reward underscores the department’s commitment to apprehending those responsible for Dawson’s death. Homicide Unit detectives are prioritizing the case, focusing on gathering evidence and witness statements to piece together the circumstances of the shooting. The location, a parking lot in a residential area along Piscataway Road, is being thoroughly examined for clues.
Dawson, a Clinton resident, leaves behind a community seeking answers. The PGPD has not released additional details about the victim or potential suspects, citing the active investigation. The department is relying on community cooperation to generate leads, emphasizing the importance of even minor details in solving the case.
