Verdict Reached In 2019 Shooting Death Of Man Sitting In Car

DISTRICT HEIGHTS, MD — A 28-year-old man has been convicted of murder in the shooting death of 34-year-old Edrian Hernandez in his car.

On Nov. 7, 2019, around 5 p.m., Raymond Thompson walked up to Hernandez's car that was parked in the 6200 block of Hillmar Circle and fired multiple shots into Hernandez's vehicle, hitting him several times. Prince George's Police arrived and found Hernandez unresponsive in his vehicle with gunshot wounds. He was taken to a local hospital and pronounced dead, according to a police report.

Thompson was convicted on all counts charged, including first-degree murder, use of a handgun in the commission of a violent crime and wear and carry of a dangerous weapon with intent to injure. He faces a maximum of life in prison without the possibility of parole. His sentencing has been scheduled for Nov. 20, the county state's attorney's office stated.

“This case is a heartbreaking reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence in our community,” said Prince George's County Interim State’s Attorney Tara Jackson. “No family should have to endure the pain of losing a loved one in this way. Our office is working tirelessly to address gun violence in our communities, especially those committed by repeat offenders, and to hold offenders fully accountable for their actions. We are grateful to our prosecutors and law enforcement partners for their tireless work in securing this conviction, and our thoughts remain with the victim’s family as they continue to navigate this unimaginable loss.”