Authorities in Baltimore have apprehended a suspect in connection with a late-September homicide that left a man dead from multiple gunshot wounds. On Saturday, according to a post by Baltimore Police, 31-year-old Uriah Cunningham was taken into custody by Central District officers and is facing charges in the killing of 43-year-old Melvin Rogers.
Southwest District Homicide Arrest
— Baltimore Police (@BaltimorePolice) October 8, 2024
On October 5, 2024, Central District officers arrested 31-year-old Uriah Cunningham of Baltimore.
Detectives believe that Cunningham shot and killed 43-year-old Melvin Rogers while in the 1800 block of Wilhelm Street on September 29, 2024.… pic.twitter.com/ksCRwLFgpe
The initial incident occurred last Tuesday when Shot Spotter technology alerted officers to gunfire in the 1800 block of Wilhelm Street. Upon arrival, they discovered Rogers suffering from his injuries. Despite being quickly transported to the hospital, Rogers was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The investigation appears to have closed in on a suspect, leading to Cunningham's arrest a week later.
Cunningham now faces first-degree murder, among other charges, and is being held at the Central Booking Intake Facility.
