Murder/Suicide Investigation *DECEASED IDENTIFIED | INCIDENT DETAILS – Prince William County Police detectives are continuing to investigate the deaths of two adults who were found deceased inside a residence located in the 1900 block of Fort Monroe Cr in Dumfries (22026) on Aug. 7, 2024.
The preliminary investigation has revealed that an acquaintance had gone to the residence and contacted police after locating the two deceased. At this time, investigators believe an altercation had escalated between the two deceased parties who were reportedly involved in a relationship.
During the encounter, one of the parties, identified as Davaughn Jamaal HENDERSON, is believed to have shot the female victim, Ashleigh Kaylynn CASH, before shooting himself. Both parties were pronounced dead at the scene and a firearm was recovered. The incident appears to have been domestic in nature with no threat to the surrounding community.
Anyone who may have information that can aid in the investigation is asked to contact the police. Additional information will be released as necessary. The investigation continues.’
Identified:
The deceased were identified as Davaughn Jamaal HENDERSON, 33, and Ashleigh Kaylynn CASH, 30, both of Dumfries
Death Investigation [Previously Released] – On August 7 at 9:56PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 1900 block of Fort Monroe Cr in Dumfries (22026) to investigate a death. When officers arrived at the home, two individuals, a 33-year-old man and a 30-year-old woman, were located inside the residence suffering from gunshot wounds. Both parties were known to one another and pronounced dead on scene. At this time, the incident appears isolated to the residence and there is no active threat to the community. The identities of the deceased will be released pending next-of-kin notification. More information will be released when available. Anyone who may have information that can aid in the investigation is asked to contact the police. The investigation continues.
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