D.C. Police Arrest Man in Connection With 2023 Homicide of Infant
The Metropolitan Police Department arrested 29-year-old Dion Phelps in Southeast D.C. on October 23, 2026, in connection with the homicide of 7-month-old King Phelps. The infant died in March 2023 from complications of blunt force trauma.
Washington, DC, October 23, 2026 —
The Metropolitan Police Department arrested 29-year-old Dion Phelps in Southeast D.C. on October 23, 2026, in connection with the homicide of 7-month-old King Phelps, according to the information provided.
King Phelps died in March 2023 from complications of blunt force trauma. The information provided does not describe the circumstances of the infant’s injuries or death, or explain what led investigators to make the arrest.
The arrest took place more than three years after the infant’s death. No details were provided about the specific location in Southeast D.C., the charge or charges filed, or whether Phelps had appeared in court. The information also does not state whether he has a lawyer or provide any response from him.
Other details about the investigation were not included. The information provided does not identify additional people involved, describe any evidence, or say whether police have announced further investigative steps. It also does not specify the date or circumstances of King Phelps’ death beyond stating that he died in March 2023 from complications of blunt force trauma.
The available details establish the arrest, the person identified as arrested, the area and date of the arrest, and the connection to the infant’s homicide. They do not provide further information about the case or its status in court.
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