PGPD Detectives to Canvass for Information in Shooting of Child

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This evening, detectives will return to a neighborhood in the unincorporated section of Capitol Heights to gather information in a shooting on Sunday night. The victim is a six-year-old child. The child remains hospitalized with critical injuries. A cash reward is being offered in connection with this case.




On May 16, 2021, at approximately 11:05 pm, officers responded to the 1900 block of Brooks Drive for a shooting. The victim was located inside of an apartment suffering from a gunshot wound. The child was rushed to a hospital for treatment.



The preliminary investigation revealed the suspect(s) shot into the apartment from outside. Detectives are actively working to identify the suspect(s) and determine a motive.



The canvass is set to begin at 5:00 pm in the 1900 block of Brooks Drive.



Anyone with information on this case is asked to call detectives at 301-772-4911. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online. Please refer to case 21-0021658.



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