A devastating incident in Lexington Park, Maryland, has claimed the life of 36-year-old Chaquanda Latise Odom, with authorities arresting her ex-husband, Jayson David Pressley, in connection with the crime. The shooting occurred on Friday morning in the 21000 block of Liberty Street, leaving the local community reeling.
Maryland State Police troopers from the Leonardtown Barrack responded to reports of gunfire around 11:10 a.m. Upon arrival, they found Odom suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency medical personnel, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators later determined that the suspect, Pressley, 38, had turned himself in at the St. Mary’s County Detention Center shortly after the shooting.
Pressley, a resident of Lexington Park, has been charged with first- and second-degree murder. Authorities have confirmed he is being held at the St. Mary’s County Detention Center without bond. The preliminary investigation indicates the incident may have stemmed from a domestic dispute, but police are still working to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The Maryland State Police Homicide Unit is leading the investigation, supported by the Criminal Enforcement Division South, the Forensic Sciences Division, and the Crash Team. Local agencies, including the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and the St. Mary’s County State’s Attorney’s Office, are also collaborating to gather evidence and pursue justice.
Authorities have yet to release additional details, but they are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward. Witness accounts and further evidence are critical to building a comprehensive understanding of the events leading to Odom’s death.
This tragic incident has left the Lexington Park community in mourning. Odom’s death highlights the ongoing need for addressing domestic violence and supporting victims. As investigators continue their work, the community grapples with the loss and calls for justice for the victim and her grieving family.