Five arrested in shooting that killed 2-year-old, injured mother in Prince George's County

BALTIMORE - Five people have been arrested in a shooting that killed a toddler and injured his mother on February 8 in Prince George's County.

Nilson Granados-Trejo, 25, has been charged with first-degree murder and related charges in the deadly shooting of 2-year-old Jeremy Pouu-Caceras in Langley Park. 

Police said he was in the vehicle identified during the shooting.

On February 20, two teenagers were arrested and are being charged as adults.

Officers arrested 33-year-old Israel Fuentes Jr. and 28-year-old Johnny Alejandro Turcios on February 12. They are also charged with first-degree murder.

Officers heard gunshots around 5:30 p.m. on February 8 in the area of Langley Park.

A mother and her child were found with multiple gunshot wounds outside of an apartment complex.

The investigation revealed that Fuentes and Turcios were in a carjacked Ford Explorer when they got out at Bedford Station Apartments in Langley Park. 

Police said they began shooting at a group of people. 

A shootout unfolded, and Jeremy and his mother who were in the area, became unintended victims of stray bullets. 

The mother survived but the young child died at the hospital.

"Our hearts continue to be with their family during this incredibly difficult time, and we are reminded of the urgent need for measures to prevent such senseless acts of violence in our communities.  We will not cease pursuing justice for Jeremy," said Prince George's County State's Attorney Aisha Braveboy.

Anyone with information on this case who would like to speak to a Homicide Unit detective may call 301-516-2512.