A manhunt in Michigan has come to a close after a tragic incident involving the impersonation of a utility worker led to a fatal home invasion. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office has confirmed the capture of a second suspect in connection with the killing of 72-year-old Hussein Murray in his Rochester Hills home.
The first suspect, 37-year-old Carlos Jose Hernandez, was apprehended in Louisiana and charged with felony murder and unlawful imprisonment. The identity of the second suspect has not been disclosed, nor have the charges against him.
Authorities located the second suspect in Plymouth Township following a traffic stop without incident. The community has been reassured by law enforcement that the situation is under control.
Ring doorbell footage revealed the suspects, dressed as utility workers, gaining access to the victims' home under false pretenses. They proceeded to duct-tape the female victim and demand money and jewelry, resulting in a violent altercation.
The victim managed to call 911, prompting a swift response from the police. Despite the woman's ordeal, she survived and was briefly hospitalized. Tragically, Hussein Murray was found dead in his basement, bound with duct tape.
The suspects fled the scene with stolen items in a white pickup truck bearing a DTE energy decal. It was later discovered that the couple, who owned a jewelry and pawn shop, may have been targeted due to their possessions.
Hernandez, the captured suspect, faces additional charges in Ohio related to an alleged armed robbery. The severity of the crime has led to the authorization of the highest charge by the Oakland County Prosecutor, carrying a mandatory life without parole sentence.
Energy company DTE issued a statement urging residents to verify the identity of any workers claiming to be from the company. They emphasized the importance of requesting photo ID and contacting the company directly to confirm credentials.
The investigation into this heinous crime continues as authorities seek to understand the motives behind the targeted attack on an elderly couple in their own home.
