SPRINGDALE, MD – The Homicide Unit has charged Richard Bennaugh, a 38-year-old resident of Springdale, with manslaughter following the fatal shooting of his roommate, 27-year-old Domonique Scott Hayes.
On Wednesday, at around 12:30 pm, officers were called to the 2800 block of Berrywood Lane after reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers found Hayes inside a home, suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The initial investigation indicates that Bennaugh shot Hayes during a dispute. Following consultation with the Prince George’s County State’s Attorney’s Office, Bennaugh now faces manslaughter and related charges.
He is currently detained by the Department of Corrections.
The Homicide Unit is actively investigating the case. Anyone with information is asked to contact the unit at 301-516-2512 or submit tips through Crime Solvers online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, the “P3 Tips” mobile app, or by calling 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). Tipsters may remain anonymous. The case number is 24-0002113.