Teen Charged As Adult In Fatal Stabbing Of Riverdale Man

RIVERDALE, MD — Prince Georges' County Police homicide detectives have arrested a suspect in connection with the Sunday morning fatal stabbing of a Riverdale man, according to a police release. Luswin Alonso, 16, of the 5100 block of Kenilworth Avenue is being charged as an adult in the death of Jose Vasquez Lopez 45, of Riverdale.

On Sunday, March 22, around 12:30 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 5400 block of Carters Lane in Riverdale for the report of a stabbing. Arriving on the scene, officers located the victim, who was suffering from trauma to the upper body. The victim, who police identified as Lopez, was pronounced dead on the scene.

Following a preliminary investigation, officers learned that Lopez had walked up to Alonso and a witness, who was related to Lopez. As Lopez was talking to the witness, Alonso attacked him, according to police. The reason for the attack remains under investigation.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call homicide detectives at 301-516-2512. Those wishing to man an anonymous tip may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app.