Dominique Fowler Allegedly Doused Victim With Gas & Tried to Burn Down House

The U.S. Marshals ask for the public's help in tracking down this fugitive, on the run since 2017.

February 20, 2019
Dominique Fowler [U.S. Marshals]

Dominique Fowler [U.S. Marshals]

Dominique Fowler [U.S. Marshals]

By: Michelle Sigona

PORTSMOUTH, VA — On November 27, 2017 — four days after Thanksgiving — police allege that Dominique Fowler and a male cohort broke into a woman’s home and committed armed robbery.

Before leaving, Fowler reportedly poured gasoline all over the victim and attempted to burn the house down. The alleged victim’s young child was also on the premises at the time.

The U.S. Marshals report that the male involved in the incident was arrested in connection to another crime, but that Fowler has eluded justice for more than a year now. She is presently wanted on charges of attempted first-degree murder, arson, robbery, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and assault.

Authorities believe Fowler fled to the Atlanta area where she hid out among family last year, but that it’s possible she has returned to Portsmouth.

Investigators also say Fowler frequently changes her appearance, especially by donning wigs or extensions, and that she may only go outside at night. In addition, Fowler may have her young daughter with her.

A reward of up to $1,000 has been offered for any information leading to the arrest of Dominique Fowler.

TRAITS & CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Weight: 175 pounds
  • Height: 5 feet, 3 inches
  • Sex: Female
  • Race: Black
  • Hair: Extensions and wigs, various colors
  • Eyes: Brown
  • Current age: 32
  • Location: Portsmouth, VA
  • Has connections to Hampton Roads

If you have any information about Fowler’s whereabouts or other aspects of this case, please contact our hotline (833) 3-PURSUE, or submit a tip online.

For more on this case, watch the “Deadly Double Life” episode of In Pursuit With John Walsh on Wednesday, February 20at 10/9c on Investigation Discovery! Or catch up on ID GO.

Read more: WTKR, WVEC

Next Up

True Crime News Roundup: Virginia Corrections Employee Allegedly Killed His Pregnant Girlfriend

Plus: Nancy Pelosi’s husband attacked by intruder; 8 people dead in Oklahoma murder-suicide; Man accused of burying 6-year-old alive; Delivery driver pleads guilty to murdering runner.

Atlanta Gang Allegedly Targets Mariah Carey, Other Celebrities In String Of Home Invasions

The group reportedly targeted prominent personalities who flaunted their wealth on social media.

Prolific Serial Killer Nurse Charles Cullen May Have Killed As Many As 400 Patients

The murderer’s 16-year medical career in New Jersey and Pennsylvania ended after he was arrested in 2003.

Did Lana Del Rey's Stalker Steal Her Car? What To Know About The Singer's History Of Stalkers

The Grammy-nominated singer has had multiple stalkers since 2018.

How Did The Teen “Bling Ring” Manage To Rob Celebs Of Millions?

Seven LA teens and young adults were accused of robbing multiple celebrity homes in 2008 and 2009.

Gabrielle Union Opens Up About Her Battle With PTSD 30 Years After Sexual Assault

The actress shared, in an Instagram post, what it feels like to be living with trauma for three decades.

6 Things To Know About Aileen Wuornos

Wuornos, a former sex worker, claimed that her victims had either raped or attempted to rape her, and her serial killings were committed in self-defense.

The Senseless Killing Of UCLA Student Andrea DelVesco

The UCLA psychology student was brutally murdered in her apartment in September 2015.

Crimes Of The '90s: The Happy Land Fire

On March 25, 1990, a man upset about getting kicked out of the club after a fight with his girlfriend set fire to New York City's Happy Land Social Club, killing 87 people.

Authorities Offer Reward For Suspect Accused Of Shooting Lady Gaga's Dog Walker

The U.S. Marshals Service is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to the capture of 19-year-old James Howard Jackson, who was mistakenly released from jail in April 2022.

Featured Cases

More Missing