Three Arrested in Dorchester County Shooting Death of 5-Year-Old Girl
Three people have been arrested and charged in connection with the shooting death of a 5-year-old girl in Dorchester County, Maryland, which also critically injured her father. Anthony D. Harris and Wendell A. Wongus III face first-degree murder charges, while…
Baltimore, MD, August 31, 2026 — In Dorchester County, Maryland, authorities have arrested and charged three individuals in connection with the shooting death of a 5-year-old girl. The incident also resulted in critical injuries to the girl’s father. The names of the arrested individuals are Anthony D. Harris, Wendell A. Wongus III, and Lindsay Jo Ewing.
Anthony D. Harris and Wendell A. Wongus III have been formally charged with first-degree murder in relation to the child’s death. Lindsay Jo Ewing faces charges as an accessory after the fact.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting and the extent of the father’s injuries were not detailed in the provided information. Details regarding the date of the incident, the relationship between the victims and the accused, or further information about the investigation are not available at this time.
Authorities in Dorchester County are leading the investigation into the case. Information regarding subsequent legal proceedings, such as court dates or bail hearings, has not been released.
The case remains under active investigation as authorities continue to gather information related to the fatal shooting and the charges filed against the three individuals.
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