DENTON, Md.- Maryland State Police have obtained an arrest warrant for a suspect wanted in connection with the shooting death of a man during an apparent fight in Caroline County Wednesday.
State Police says the victim, identified as James M. Wilmer, 30, of Denton, Md, died late Thursday afternoon at the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center. Officers say an autopsy is pending to determine the exact cause of death.
Police identified the suspect as Jamaine V. Cheers, 33, of Denton, Md.
An arrest warrant for Cheers shows he is charged with first and second-degree murder, first and second-degree assault, use of a firearm in a felony/violent crime, carrying a concealed deadly weapon, carrying a handgun, carrying a loaded handgun and reckless endangerment, according to police.
Troopers say a search is currently underway for Cheers. The warrant for his arrest has been entered into the National Crime Information Center database and information has been communicated to police throughout the region.
Anyone who has seen Cheers or is aware of his location is urged to contact police immediately at 911 or Maryland State Police direct at 443-783-7230.
Troopers say the incident happened July 1, 2020 at 8:00 p.m. after officers responded to reports of a shooting.
The preliminary investigation indicated that shortly before 6:30 p.m. that night, officers from Denton Police Department were called to the area of High Street and 4th Street for an assault in progress.
Upon arrival, officers say they were directed to the middle of the intersection, where the victim was found lying in the roadway.
Officers say they saw Wilmer had sustained an apparent gunshot wound. Officers said a large group of people were in the area but immediately dispersed upon their arrival.