The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced an update on the investigation into the death of 5-year-old Deandre Pettus, which occurred on October 6, 2024. The incident took place on the 4500 block of Connecticut Avenue, NW. The child’s father, 33-year-old Deandre Pettus, was initially charged with First Degree Cruelty to Children. Following a Grand Jury indictment, he has now been charged with First Degree Murder-Felony Murder and was arraigned on Jul 11, 2025.
