BLADENSBURG, MD — A local homicide investigation results in charges against a family member in the murder of a 72-year-old woman in Bladensburg.
The Prince George’s County Police Department has charged 51-year-old Reginald English with the murder of his 72-year-old mother, Lorena Royster, inside their Bladensburg residence. The incident was reported on April 3, when officers were called to the 4100 block of 53rd Place around 11:10 p.m. for a welfare check.
Upon arrival, they discovered Royster deceased with signs of trauma.
Further investigation by the Homicide Unit suggests English was responsible for the fatal assault on his mother. The exact motive behind the murder is still under review. English faces charges of first and second degree murder as the investigation continues.