BREAKING: A 76-year-old man from Washington, D.C., has just been charged with first-degree felony murder in the tragic death of a 17-month-old child. Lawerence Perryman was arrested following a disturbing incident on March 12, 2025, that has shocked the local community.
According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Perryman made his initial court appearance on Friday, October 6, 2023, before Superior Court Magistrate Judge Dorsey Jones, who found probable cause for the severe charges and ordered Perryman to be held without bond. A preliminary hearing is set for Monday, October 9, 2023, before Judge Neal Kravitz.
The tragic case unfolded when Perryman called 911 to report the child was unconscious. An autopsy revealed that the cause of death was the combined toxic effects of diphenhydramine and methadone, as reported by authorities.
This shocking incident has raised significant concerns within the community, highlighting the urgent need for child safety and awareness surrounding dangerous substances. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Emma McArthur, with the Metropolitan Police Department actively involved in the investigation.
Perryman is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court, but the gravity of these charges has left many in the area reeling. As the judicial process unfolds, the community is left questioning how such a tragedy could occur.
Stay tuned for the latest updates on this developing story as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking case.
