Cold Case Summaries
Anyone with any information about any of these incidents is asked to contact:
The Salisbury Police Department at 410-548-3113 or Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776.
Arlene Angela Byrd & Antonio Darrelle Smith
Incident #201000028600
On July 18, 2010 at approximately 7:00pm, SPD officers responded to 510 Emory
Ct, Apt. 303 in reference to a report of suspicious circumstances. Officers made entry
into the residence and located Arlene Angela Byrd and Antonio Darrelle Smith deceased
inside. Detectives learned that Byrd and Smith had arrived at the apartment in the early
morning hours of July 18, 2010 and they were accosted by an unknown suspect(s)
sometime thereafter. Detectives conducted numerous witness interviews and developed
a number of leads during the investigation; however, at present the case remains open.
Abdul Choudhry
Incident #200900021886
On June 22, 2009 at approximately 11:00pm, SPD officers responded to a
shooting at the Shell Station located at 2513 N. Salisbury Blvd. Upon arrival, officers
located the business owner, Abdul Choudhry, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Choudhry was transported to PRMC where he succumbed to his injuries. Investigation
determined that two black males had entered the business demanding money at
gunpoint. The victim was shot when he struggled with one of the suspects, who
subsequently fled the business on foot. Suspect #1 was described as a thin black male,
approximately 6’ tall, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and black mask covering his
face. Suspect #2 was described as a black male wearing all dark clothing. The case
remains open.
Audrey Lee Jurewicz
Incident #200800027025
On July 28, 2008 at approximately 11:00am, SPD officers responded to a
wooded area near Marvel Rd. and Scenic Dr. in reference to a dead body at that
location. Investigators identified the remains as those of Audrey Lee Jurewicz, who had
recently been reported missing. Jurewicz was last seen alive on or about July 18, 2008
in the early morning hours in the area of Rt. 13 and Elizabeth St. in Salisbury. Jurewicz’
death was determined to be a homicide. Detectives conducted numerous witness
interviews and developed a number of leads during the investigation; however, at
present the case remains open.
Kiaira Kisihay Jones
Incident #200800018108
On May 23, 2008 at approximately 2:00am, SPD officers responded to The Bottle
Factory located at 733 Roland St. in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival officers
located Kiaira Kisihay Jones on the sidewalk in front of the business suffering from a
gunshot wound. Jones was transported to PRMC where she succumbed to her injuries.
Investigation determined that an unidentified suspect(s) fired multiple gunshots into a
large crowd of patrons who were exiting The Bottle Factory. Indications are that Jones
was not the target of the shooting. Detectives conducted numerous witness interviews
and developed a number of leads during the investigation; however, at present the
case remains open.
Richard Darrien Tull
Incident #200600017489
On June 5, 2006 at approximately 12:10am, SPD officers responded to a
shooting at the Queen City Elks Lodge located at 230 Catherine St. Upon arrival, officers
located Richard Darrien Tull behind a nearby residence. Tull was suffering from a
gunshot wound, and later succumbed to his injuries while at PRMC. Investigation
determined that Tull was shot in the parking lot of the Elks Lodge by an unidentified
gunman. Several witnesses were present, but they provided limited details about the
incident. The suspect was described as a black male wearing a white t-shirt. The case
remains open.
Denise Horsey
Incident #200600010895
On April 8, 2006 at approximately 6:15am, SPD officers responded to the rear of
306 Naylor St. for a report of a female screaming for help. Upon arrival, officers located
Denise Horsey suffering from multiple stab wounds. Horsey was transported to PRMC
where she succumbed to her injuries. Detectives conducted numerous witness
interviews and developed a number of leads during the investigation; however, at
present the case remains open.
Patricia Marie Dudek
Incident #200200000919
On January 10, 2002 SPD officers responded to a report of a missing person.
Investigation determined that Patricia Marie Dudek was last seen in the early morning
hours of January 7, 2002 at her residence. Dudek has not been seen since that time
and indications are that she would not have voluntarily disappeared for such an
extended period. Detectives conducted numerous witness interviews and developed a
number of leads during the investigation; however, at present the case remains open.
Desirei Demeris Joyner
Incident #200100022668
On September 19, 2001 at approximately 10:15pm, SPD officers responded to
the area of Priscilla St. and the railroad tracks in reference to a homicide. Officers
located Desirei Demeris Joyner lying in the roadway suffering from a gunshot wound.
Investigation determined that the victim had been shot inside a residence on Jefferson
St. during a struggle and fled from the house, collapsing in the roadway. During the
investigation the subjects who lived in the house did not call the police and were
deceptive during interviews. Detectives conducted numerous witness interviews and
developed a number of leads during the investigation; however, at present the case
remains open.
April Lynne Snell
Incident #199900023134
On October 5, 1999 SPD officers responded to a report of a missing person.
Investigation determined that April Lynne Snell was last seen several days prior in the
company of her friend, Catharyn Ruth Garner, and two men. Snell has not been seen
since that time. Garner was found murdered several weeks later in a wooded area off of
Athol Rd. in Quantico. Snell had several young children at the time of her disappearance
and indications are that she would not have voluntarily left them for such an extended
period. Detectives conducted numerous witness interviews and developed a number of
leads during the investigation; however, at present the case remains open.
Angel Morales
Incident #199800018719
On August 29, 1998 at approximately 12:50am, SPD officers responded to the
area of the VFW on W. Main St. in reference to a homicide. The investigation revealed
that Angel Morales had been robbed and shot with a small caliber handgun. A witness
told police that they observed two suspects at the time of the shooting. The first
suspect is described as a black male, approximately 36 years of age, 6 feet tall, 150
pounds, with 2 inch knots or dreads in his hair with a light mustache. This suspect is
known as “Bobby Jones” and “Dreads.” The second suspect is described as a black
male, approximately 27 - 30 years old, 5 feet 9 inches tall, 175 pounds, short hair, with
an earring in his left ear and right side of the nose. The case remains open.
Steven Lamont Whitney
Incident #199700022323
On October 25, 1997 at approximately 1:30am, SPD officers responded to the
area of 1007 Fairground Dr. in reference to a homicide. The investigation revealed that
Steven Whitney had been shot with a large caliber handgun. A witness observed the
suspect in possession of a handgun just prior to the shooting. The suspect is described
as a light skinned black male, possibly half Italian, first name of Alvino, also known as
“A,” 5 feet 9 inches to 6 feet tall, 175 pounds, slim to medium build, approximately 25
- 30 years old, last seen wearing a tan toboggan with red stripes. (See Composite
Sketch) The suspect was last seen leaving the area just after the shooting in a vehicle.
The vehicle is described a dark color possibly brown or grey in color, older model
Oldsmobile Delta 88, tinted windows and displaying Washington D.C. tags. The
investigation revealed that the suspect had visited the Salisbury, MD area frequently but
lives or has contacts in the Washington DC area. The case remains open.
George “Sonny” Stevenson Jr.
Incident #199700006265
On March 27, 1997 at approximately 1:10am, SPD officers responded to the rear
of 618 Baker St. in reference to a homicide. The investigation revealed that George
“Sonny” Stevenson Jr. had been robbed and shot with a small caliber handgun. A
witness advised that the victim went to the rear of the house and several minutes later
observed the victim run from the rear of the house and heard gunshots. The witness
advised that they observed the suspect running behind the victim with his arm
extended and appeared to be chasing after the victim. The witnesses described the
suspect as a black male, approximately 18 years old, 5 feet 9 inches tall, 220 pounds.
Detectives conducted numerous witness interviews and developed a number of leads
during the investigation; however, at present the case remains open.
Irma Jane Smith
Incident #199400010733
On May 12, 1994 at approximately 1:54am, SPD officers responded to the Shore
Stop convenience store located on Rt. 13 and Cherry St. in reference to a homicide. The
investigation revealed that the store clerk, Irma Jane Smith, had been stabbed
numerous times. It appears that Smith had been robbed prior to the homicide. A
witness told police they saw a man inside the store at approximately 1:30 A.M. When
the witness attempted to enter the business a black male told the witness that the store
was closed. A second witness advised police that he observed a black male putting
items into a bag. This witness was also told by the subject that the store was closed.
The man inside the store was described as a black male, approximately 30 years old, 6
feet tall, weighing approximately 230 pounds with a light mustache, wearing a baseball
type hat, brown work pants and a work jacket. The police are also looking for a man
that was seen outside the store on the pay phone who may either be a witness or
possible lookout for the suspect. This man is described as a black male, approximately
28 years old, 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing about 165 pounds, very clean appearance
with a mustache. Detectives conducted numerous witness interviews and developed a
number of leads during the investigation; however, at present the case remains open.
Anyone with any information about any of these incidents is asked to contact:
The Salisbury Police Department at 410-548-3113 or Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776.