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By
D.C. Witness Staff
- June 7, 2023
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The Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Arson Task Force is investigating a homicide that occurred on May 29 on the 3900 block of 4th Street, SE.
According to MPD documents, officers responded to the listed location for the report of an assault with a person on fire, where they located an adult male and female victim suffering from thermal injuries which were sustained inside of a vehicle. The adult male was transported to a local hospital for the treatment of life-threatening injuries, and the adult female victim was transported for the treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Two juveniles were present at the incident, but sustained no injuries.
The MPD’s investigation revealed the suspect approached the occupied car, doused it with flammable liquid and set it on fire. The suspect was apprehended by MPD at the scene.
On June 1, the adult male victim succumbed to his injuries. The Office of the Medical Examiner determined the cause of death complications from thermal injuries and the manner a homicide.
The victim was identified as 64-year-old Derek Hamilton.
On May 29, a 49-year-old woman was arrested and charged with assault with intent to kill. MPD is working with the United States Attorney’s Office to upgrade the charges.