Landover man is accused of stabbing his brother, police say

LANDOVER, Md – A 28-year-old Prince George’s County man is being held without bail after police say he stabbed his brother to death in the home they shared in Landover.

A judge ordered the suspect to remain in the custody of the Department of Corrections because he poses a danger to the community and a flight risk, according to prosecutors.

Police say Kelly murdered his brother on Monday. Officers were called to the scene in the 8600 block of Reicher Street around 6 p.m. Monday, where they found the victim, Simi Kelley, with a stab wound to the upper body.

Simi was taken to Capital Region Medical Center, where he later died from his injuries.

According to investigators, the two brothers got into an argument and witnesses said Brilyen pulled out a knife and stabbed his brother in the driveway. After fleeing the scene, Brilyen returned to the home and was arrested without incident.

Brilyen Kelly was charged with first- and second-degree murder.

“We are pleased that he remains in custody and our office, particularly the Special Victims Unit, will work diligently to address this very sensitive case. “In addition, our office actively works with the Sheriff’s Office and other resource partners to prevent family violence,” said Prosecutor Aisha Braveboy.

According to the police, the investigation is still ongoing.