UPPER MARLBORO, Md. – Prince George’s County leaders spoke Monday after the body of a man was discovered hanging in Upper Marlboro in what investigators believe was a suicide.
What we know:
Police said the body was discovered outdoors around 7:55 a.m. Sunday in the 9300 block of D’Arcy Road. Detectives immediately opened a death investigation.
Community pulls together after man’s body found hanging in Upper Marlboro
Based on preliminary findings, including interviews with people who knew the man and information about his background, investigators believe the man took his own life.
Police said no evidence of foul play has been found. The man’s identity will not be released due to the nature of the incident.
The investigation will continue until a toxicology report is complete, which could take between two and six weeks.
The hanging death hit the community hard.
What they’re saying:
County Executive Aisha Braveboy and Police Chief George Nader met with community members, including those who witnessed the scene. On Monday, Braveboy called it a “horrible tragedy” and said authorities removed the body as quickly as possible.
“I can tell you that waking up to this news, it was devastating. It was triggering for me, and it was also really saddening and as the information surrounding what occurred began to be revealed,” Braveboy said. “I was really heartbroken for the individual.”
As county leaders focus on mental health, a tearful crowd came together in the neighborhood near D’Arcy Road and Westphalia Road on Monday.
“We just have to go by the evidence that we have right now,” said Upper Marlboro resident Ardania Williams. “We have to keep the family in prayer.”
Braveboy said she plans to partner with community stakeholders.
“Usually there are some beginning signs,” said Psychotherapist Dr. Laura Pamler. “Somebody suffering anxiety, depression, they have difficulty sleeping, mood changes and those kinds of things.”
Mental health resources are available for members of the community. If you or someone you know needs help, call 988.
Anyone with information is asked to call detectives at 301‑516‑2512.
The Source: Information in this article comes from County Executive Aisha Braveboy, Police Chief George Nader and previous FOX 5 reporting.