Loudoun County, VA (February 26, 2024) – The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) has Rashaun D. Owens in custody. This afternoon, Owens turned himself in at the Loudoun County Adult Detention Center. He is charged with 2nd Degree Murder, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony, and Attempted Robbery with a Firearm.
Owens was wanted in connection with the investigation of a homicide in Ashburn on February 14, 2024. The victim, Michai Dandridge-Carter, 19, of Sterling, had a gunshot wound and was pronounced deceased on the scene.
The LCSO is grateful for the community’s assistance in the course of this ongoing investigation. Anyone with additional information is asked to please contact Detective K. Mitchell with the LCSO at 703-777-1021. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are asked to call Loudoun County Crime Solvers at 703-777-1919 or submit a tip through the LCSO app.