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Police Seek Tips in Killing of 87-Year-Old Maine Philanthropist Found Shot at Maryland Senior Facility

Detectives have no suspects, with rewards of up to $10,000 offered for information.

Overview

  • Robert G. Fuller Jr. was discovered unresponsive with head trauma inside an apartment at Cogir Potomac Senior Living on Feb. 14 and was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Homicide detectives determined he had been shot, and the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.
  • Montgomery County police report no arrests or suspect details and are asking the public to submit tips via Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-8477 or online.
  • The facility called the episode an isolated incident, said it is cooperating with investigators, and has increased security for residents and staff.
  • Fuller, a retired Maine attorney, Naval Reserve officer, and longtime donor, gave $1.64 million to upgrade Cony High School’s athletic complex and was a descendant of Chief Justice Melville W. Fuller.