Charles County authorities are actively seeking public assistance in solving the unsolved 2018 homicide of a young Waldorf man, highlighting the case as part of ongoing efforts to close cold cases through community tips and substantial rewards.
On February 17, 2018, at approximately 8:54 p.m., officers from the Charles County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 12100 block of Ell Lane in Waldorf following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered Brandon Andrew Briscoe, then 24 and a resident of Waldorf, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his upper body. Emergency responders transported him to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.
Investigators determined that an unknown suspect approached Briscoe while he stood outside an apartment building, fired the fatal shots, and fled the scene on foot. No additional details about the suspect or motive have been publicly released, and the case remains an active homicide investigation classified as unsolved.
The Charles County Sheriff’s Office continues to treat the matter as a priority cold case. In recent promotions under the “Pursuit of Justice: Charles County Sheriff’s Office Cold Case Files” initiative, officials renewed calls for information, noting that the case has lingered without resolution for over eight years.
Charles County Crime Solvers and the Sheriff’s Office jointly offer a cash reward of up to $10,000 for credible information leading to the arrest and conviction of the responsible suspect or suspects. Tips can be submitted anonymously by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Additional options include the agency’s online tip portal or the P3Intel mobile app, ensuring caller anonymity and no requirement to testify.
The renewed appeal underscores the Sheriff’s Office commitment to resolving violent crimes in Southern Maryland communities, where families continue to await justice in longstanding cases. Briscoe’s killing occurred in a residential area of Waldorf, emphasizing the need for any witnesses or those with knowledge—however small—to come forward.
This case draws from official announcements and historical coverage, with the Sheriff’s Office periodically marking anniversaries to keep public awareness high. No arrests have been made, and detectives maintain that new leads could break the impasse.