U.S. Marshals Announce the Arrest of William Marshall III

Baltimore, MD – The United States Marshals Service (USMS), in coordination with the Howard County Police Department (HCPD), MD, the New York Police Department, NY, and task force partners, has arrested William Marshall III, 18, in connection with the July 2024 murder of Angelo Little, 17, inside the Mall in Columbia, Maryland.

Following a coordinated 10-month, multi-agency fugitive investigation, Marshall was apprehended without incident at approximately 6:30 a.m. on May 29, 2025, at a residence in Brooklyn, New York. A tip developed from a video posted on social media led investigators to the location.

“This arrest is the result of intensive investigative man hours,” said John Wormley, Deputy Commander of the U.S. Marshals Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force in Baltimore. “The United States Marshals Service is committed to improving the safety of our communities. We could not be as effective as we are without partner agencies like the Howard County Police Department.”

Marshall, also known as “Junior,” is facing charges in Howard County, Maryland, including first-degree murder and firearms offenses. Detectives believe he specifically targeted Little, who was pronounced dead at the scene on July 27, 2024. The two were known to each other, and investigators are continuing to explore a motive.

“I am proud of the outstanding, tireless work of everyone involved in this search, including HCPD officers, U.S. Marshals, and our HCPD social media team,” said Howard County Police Chief Gregory Der. “There was true creativity and ingenuity that resulted in this apprehension. We aren’t immune from crime in Howard County, but if you commit a crime here, we will catch you and bring you to justice — no matter how long it takes.”

Howard County Executive Calvin Ball also praised the collaborative effort:

“This was a team effort backed by months of diligence, long nights, and strong communication,” Ball said. “After a long road, our hard work has led us to the arrest of William Marshall. We remain committed to ensuring accountability and taking violent offenders off our streets. I commend the Howard County Police Department for making public safety the utmost priority.”

The search for Marshall involved hundreds of tips, extensive digital evidence reviews, long-term surveillance, and interstate operations across multiple jurisdictions. Officials are also investigating whether any individuals may have assisted Marshall in avoiding capture. If warranted, additional criminal charges will be pursued.

Marshall is currently in custody in New York, pending extradition to Maryland under applicable state laws. Authorities continue to evaluate eligibility for a combined reward of up to $30,000 offered by the HCPD and USMS for information leading to his apprehension.

The Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force focuses resources and efforts on the enhancement of public safety and the reduction of violence within the National Capital Region, through the identification, investigation, and apprehension of fugitives wanted for egregious crimes against the community, while ensuring the equal application of Justice, Integrity, and Service for all.

Source: U.S. Marshals Service, usmarshals.gov