Prince George’s County, Maryland — The disappearance and tragic death of 19‑year‑old Dacara Thompson has shaken her family, local authorities, and communities across Maryland. While some elements of the case have been clarified, other reported claims—especially regarding additional victims tied through mobile phone evidence—remain unsubstantiated. This story presents a detailed timeline, what is known, what is alleged, and what still remains unanswered.

Background: Disappearance and Investigation

Dacara Thompson was last seen on the night of August 22, 2025. She left her father’s home in Lanham, Maryland, saying she was going to get gas. Her father and mother said that they communicated briefly that night; she expected to return home.

Her white Ford Edge was discovered two days later, parked across from the Chillum‑Adelphi Volunteer Fire Station. The car was found improperly parked in front of a fire hydrant, pointed in the wrong direction. Her purse— containing cash, driver’s license, debit cards, and house keys — was inside. Her cell phone and key fob were missing, and her phone had since been disabled.

Investigators obtained surveillance footage showing a figure believed to be Dacara getting out of the car around 1:30 a.m. on August 23, then walking away. Her last known phone records placed her device in the vicinity of her car until the phone was deactivated.

Discovery of Her Body, Arrest, and Charges

On September 5, 2025, Maryland authorities confirmed that Dacara Thompson had been found dead. A man, identified as Hugo Hernandez‑Mendez, was arrested and charged with her murder.

Charging documents indicate that on the early morning of August 23, Thompson may have “willfully entered” Hernandez‑Mendez’s vehicle around 3 a.m. Video surveillance and cellphone location data tied Dacara’s last known movements with Hernandez‑Mendez’s vehicle, a GMC Yukon XL Denali. Her phone was active near a home in Bowie from about 3:47 a.m. until 5:03 a.m. on August 23, when it was disabled.

At Hernandez‑Mendez’s home, police reportedly discovered evidence includingsuspected blood, a fake French manicure‑style fingernail matching Dacara’s at the time, and hair in a trash bag matching that of a wig she appeared to be wearing in surveillance video. A blood test of the passenger front seat of his vehicle returned positive. Authorities believe Thompson was killed at the home and her body disposed of about seven miles away.

An autopsy found skull and facial fractures, and the manner of her death is expected to be ruled a homicide.

The Allegation: “Killers Phone | More Victims Identified”

Some media and social media posts have suggested that phone records or other digital traces associated with the suspect might connect him to more victims — essentially, that Dacara Thompson’s case may not be isolated. The phrase “Killers Phone | More Victims Identified” implies:

The suspect owns or used a phone whose data reveals victims beyond Thompson, or

That phone investigations have led to identifying other people harmed by the same suspect.

However, in the credible news sources reviewed, there is no official confirmation from the authorities that additional victims have been identified through phone records or otherwise. No court filings or police statements have largely supported that claim. Such assertions appear speculative at this juncture.

Legal Status & Reactions

Hernandez‑Mendez is being held without bond.

Authorities are treating her death as a homicide, though final determination of cause (beyond observed physical injuries) will rest on completed medical reports.

Dacara’s family, particularly her mother Carmen Thompson, has expressed hope in the investigation despite the anguish of ambiguity.

Local leaders, including the governor, have praised Dacara for her service and character.

Why the “More Victims” Theory Persists

There are several reasons why rumors or unverified claims have circulated that there are more victims than currently confirmed:

Phone evidence often becomes a focal point in high‑profile cases. When phones are disabled, turned off, or have gaps, speculation arises that data could implicate others.

Social media spreads content rapidly; unverified claims may be treated as factual by some audiences.

Desire for pattern: When one brutal crime occurs, people often look for larger patterns (serial offenders, multiple victims). In the absence of clear evidence, speculation fills the gap.

As responsible reporting requires, until law enforcement confirms additional victims or ties, these claims remain conjecture.

Conclusion & Open Questions

The case of Dacara Thompson is one of sorrow, confusion, and very determined investigative work. Some pieces are now known: a suspect, physical evidence, timeline via surveillance and phone data, and her tragic death. What is not confirmed is the existence of additional victims connected via phone or other digital footprints.