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Teen Arrested for Double Murder in Germantown Shooting Spree

10/31/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Naqwan Antonio Lucas, 18, was arrested in Germantown, Maryland, for the murders of Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, 21, and Zoey Kelley, 17.
Eric Tarpinian-Jachym was shot on June 30 while leaving the U.S. Capitol.
Zoey Kelley was killed on July 4.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro labeled Tarpinian-Jachym an innocent bystander, shot four times during a gang-related incident.
Lucas faces first-degree murder charges for both killings.

History

Historical Context

In the 1990s, gang violence surged in U.S. cities, particularly in Washington D.C., where over 1,000 homicides occurred in 1990. The Bloods and Crips gangs fueled this crisis, exacerbated by socioeconomic factors and urban decay. Recent gang-related murders in Germantown highlight the persistent challenges of gang violence, underscoring the need for effective law enforcement and community safety strategies.

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Story summary

Naqwan Antonio Lucas, 18, was arrested in Germantown, Maryland, for the murders of Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, 21, and Zoey Kelley, 17.
Eric Tarpinian-Jachym was shot on June 30 while leaving the U.S. Capitol.
Zoey Kelley was killed on July 4.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro labeled Tarpinian-Jachym an innocent bystander, shot four times during a gang-related incident.
Lucas faces first-degree murder charges for both killings.

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