Document: MPD Investigating 2024 Assault as a Homicide

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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced an update on the investigation of an assault from Aug. 6, 2024, now ruled a homicide. Maurice Rowe, 70, succumbed to injuries from being struck with a pole, and the cause of death was determined as blunt force trauma. Morris Stokes, 70, was previously arrested and charged with Assault With A Dangerous Weapon, and authorities are considering additional charges.