Wednesday, September 21, 2011

CORRECTION Shots Fired Near Hillwood Manor Park in Prince George's County - Community Advisory

*Corrected as to name of street of occurrence*

Prince George’s County Police are currently investigating incidents with several shots fired near Hillwood Manor Park in Prince George’s County in the area of Elson Street. An unknown suspect is reportedly firing rounds off at random and leaving the shell casings behind. The shooting incidents bear resemblance to the calls Takoma Park Police received on September 14th regarding shots fired around Lockney Avenue, where shell casings were also recovered. A possible suspect vehicle is described as a dark green or black mini sports utility vehicle (SUV) that was seen fleeing the area after shots were fired.

This is a joint investigation between the Prince George’s County Police and Takoma Park Police.

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.

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If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.