Terrance Kenneth Yancey, 22, of Washington DC
On July 28, 2023, Terrance Kenneth Yancey, 23, of Washington, DC, was sentenced to 18 years of active incarceration for his role in the shooting death of Tyree Richardson. The sentence was imposed by Calvert County Circuit Court Judge Mark S. Chandlee.
In April, Yancey was convicted by a Calvert County jury of voluntary manslaughter, reckless endangerment, and firearms violations. The evidence revealed that Yancey shot Mr. Richardson multiple times after Richardson had entered the home of his ex-girlfriend to attempt a reconciliation.
Because manslaughter is a crime of violence, Yancey will be required to serve at least half of his sentence before becoming eligible for parole. The case was prosecuted by Assistant State’s Attorney Christopher J. Monte.
UPDATE 4/21/2023: Following a week-long trial, a Calvert County jury on April 17, 2023, convicted Terrance Kenneth Yancey of voluntary manslaughter in the shooting death of Tyree Richardson.
The jury also convicted Yancey of 2 firearms violations, 4 counts of reckless endangerment and 1 count of destruction of evidence. He faces a total of over 40 years incarceration.
Evidence revealed that Mr. Richardson entered a home in the early morning hours of June 13, 2022, to attempt a reconciliation with his ex-girlfriend.
When he entered her bedroom, he was met with a hail of gunfire from Yancey.
All told, Yancey fired 16 shots and then fled the residence. A massive manhunt ensued and Yancey was ultimately captured 24 hours later in a wooded area in Dunkirk.
Commenting on the verdict, Calvert County State’s Attorney Robert Harvey stated: “This was a well-tried case. In addition to witness testimony, the State presented over 300 pieces of physical evidence for the jury’s consideration. I am pleased that we were able to bring justice to the family of the victim.”
Sentencing is scheduled for July 28, 2023, before the Honorable Mark S. Chandlee. The case is being prosecuted by Senior Assistant State’s Attorney Christopher J. Monte.
UPDATE 6/15/2022 @ 9:45 a.m.: Court documents identified the murder victim as Tyree Tashawn Richardson, age 20.
On Monday, June 13, 2022, at approximately 3:30 a.m., a 911 call was made from a residence in Dunkirk, and the call stated an unknown suspect shot someone in the neck and the suspect ran out of the house.
Deputies from the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office arrived on scene and pronounced the victim deceased at 3:40 a.m.
On the morning of the murder, Terrance Kenneth Yancey, 22, of Washington DC, was lying in bed at a residence on Lakeside Court in Dunkirk with a female who lives at the residence, when the female said she was awaken with the sound of gunshots in her room and saw Terrance Kenneth Yancey shooting Tyree Tashawn Richardson.
The witness stated, “she saw the flash from the muzzle and watched as Richardson crumpled to the floor”, she said she yelled at Yancey to stop shooting because she recognized Richardson.
The witness told police the victim was the father of her child and had knowledge of the passcode to enter the home.
When asked about knowing if Yancey had a gun prior to the murder, the witness told police, “No, but I should have. He always has a gun on him and had multiple gun related charges in the past”.
After the murder Yancey fled the residence on foot.
UPDATE 6/14/2022 @ 4:38 a.m.: On Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at approximately 2:37 a.m., a 911 caller passing through the area reported a black male wearing pink pants in the parking lot of the BP located at 10855 Town Center Boulevard in Dunkirk (located just 2 miles away from the murder scene on Lakeside Court in Dunkirk.)
Officers arrived on scene in under 1 minute and spoke with witnesses who advised the suspect fled on foot Northbound.
Police utilized a K9 unit and performed a track which led officers to the suspect who fled into the nearby wooded area behind the BP gas station/car wash.
Officers located, and placed Yancey into custody at 2:43 a.m.
No injuries were reported.
Multiple agencies including the Prince George’s County Police Department, Anne Arundel County Police Department, Maryland State Police / MSP Aviation Division, and citizens of Calvert County aided in the search.
Updates and charged will be added when they become available.
UPDATE 6/14/2022 @ 3:00 a.m.: Calvert County Sheriff’s Deputies located and apprehended murder suspect Terrence Kenneth Yancey, age 22, wanted in connection with the homicide that occurred June 13, 2022 in Dunkirk, MD.
UPDATE 6/13/2022 @ 11:30 p.m.: All Calvert County residents in the area of Lyons Creek Road / Crown Drive, Longleaf Lane, Route 4, in the Dunkirk area should remains indoors and lock all doors and windows.
One resident witnessed an unknown subject in his back yard and fired a weapon 1 time. The suspect was last seen fleeing towards Route 4.
Multiple police helicopters, an armored vehicle with a tactical team and K9 units have a perimeter setup and are actively searching the area. Nearby roadways are closed and roadblocks have been set up.
6/13/2022: On Monday, June 13, 2022, at approximately 3:35 a.m., 3900 block of Lakeside Court in Dunkirk, for the reported shooting.
Police arrived on the scene and found a victim with multiple gunshot wounds.
The victim was pronounced deceased on the scene. Their identity will be released at a later time.
The suspect reportedly fled on foot and is believed to be armed and dangerous.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Terrance Kenneth Yancey is asked to contact Detective Joshua Buck at [email protected] or (410) 535-200 ext. 2765
update 6/13/2022: The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the whereabouts of Terrence Kenneth Yancey, age 22 of Washington D.C.
Yancey is wanted in connection with a homicide that occurred June 13, 2022 in Dunkirk.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Terrance Kenneth Yancey is asked to contact Detective Joshua Buck at [email protected] or (410) 535-200 ext. 2765.
Citizens may remain anonymous thru the ‘Submit a Tip’ feature on the Calvert County Sheriff’s Office mobile app. To download, visit https://apps.myocv.com/share/a39520678 .
Tipsters may also email [email protected].
6/13/22: Calvert County deputies are actively searching for homicide suspect Terrance Kenneth Yancey, age 22. If seen, please call 911.
Deputies are conducting a homicide investigation in the area of Lyons Creek Road in Dunkirk.
They are actively conducting a search for suspect, Terrance Kenneth Yancey, black male, age 22.
Yancey is considered armed and dangerous.
