Prince George’s County Authorities, MarylandA massive investigation was launched after reports of shootings at multiple locations Friday afternoon left two people hospitalized and a suspect in custody.
The Prince George’s County Police Department responded to the “serious incident” around 3:30 p.m., which officials said involved shootings in several communities in northern Prince George’s County, including near 67th Avenue and Patterson Street, local outlet WJLA reported.
Police confirmed that two people were injured in the incident. One victim remains in critical condition, while details of the second victim’s injuries have not been released.
Officials also said investigators found at least one arms On site.
The incident reportedly started in Riverdale
Sources familiar with the investigation told WJLA the incident may have started in the Riverdale area, where multiple 911 callers reported a man suspected of driving around and shooting people. gun into the air.
Prince George’s County police then reportedly pursued the suspected shooter, eventually arresting him in Greenbelt.
Authorities confirmed that a person has been arrested in connection with the shooting and said there are no outstanding suspects at this time.
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Police have not publicly identified the suspect or released details of possible charges.
Police urge residents to avoid affected areas
Law enforcement officials described the situation as “active and evolving” Friday night as investigators continued to work through multiple scenarios related to the incident.
Residents of nearby communities are urged to follow police instructions and avoid the affected areas while officers investigate.
The shooting prompted a major emergency response in parts of northern Prince George’s County, with police vehicles and first responders seen across the region in the afternoon.
Authorities have not revealed whether the victims were specifically targeted or if the shooting was random.
Investigation is still ongoing
The Prince George’s County Police Department has not released additional information about a possible motive or the sequence leading up to the shooting.
Investigators are expected to continue reviewing evidence and interviewing witnesses in an effort to piece together what exactly happened.
Officials also did not say where the victim was found or whether the shooting occurred at a different scene involving the same suspect.
