PGPD Victim in Capitol Heights Shooting Dies of Injuries

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Detectives with our Homicide Unit are now leading the investigation into a shooting that occurred June 6th in Capitol Heights. The victim is 34-year-old Russell Buckner Jr. of Capitol Heights. He died of his injuries on June 16th.

On June 6th, at approximately 10:00 pm, patrol officers were called to the 4600 block of Leroy Gorham Drive for a shooting. Buckner Jr. was discovered outside suffering from a gunshot wound and was rushed to an area hospital.

Detectives are actively working to identify a suspect(s) and a motive. Preliminarily, detectives do not believe this was a random crime.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call 301-516-2512. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device.) Please refer to case 20-0027468.

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