1 dead, juvenile hospitalized following triple shooting in Oxon Hill: police

Police investigate triple shooting near Oxon Hill shopping center

One person is dead and two others were injured in a triple shooting near a popular shopping center in Oxon Hill, police say.

OXON HILL, Md. - One person is dead and two others were injured in a triple shooting near a popular shopping center in Oxon Hill, police say. 

What we know:

The shooting happened in the 5100 block of Indian Head Highway near the Eastover Shopping Centerin Oxon Hill Wednesday afternoon. 

Just before 3 p.m. police released information saying three men were shot in the area. One died, a second was taken to a local hospital and the third ran from the scene. 

What we don't know:

It's not yet clear what led up to the shooting. 

Police also have not provided a suspect description at this time or released additional information on who may have been involved. 

"We have our detectives here, trying to determine the circumstances of what happened and as soon as we have more information for you, we will provide it," Prince George's County Police spokesperson Brian Fischer said.

What they're saying:

Prince George's County States Attorney Tara Jackson released a statement following the shooting.

"Today, two people were shot, one fatally, in an incident in Oxon Hill. I am deeply troubled by the apparent reckless disregard of those who are using guns to hurt others. Violence will not be tolerated, and we will do everything possible, in partnership with our Police Departments, to hold those who are responsible accountable for their actions. Our families - your families - deserve to feel safe in their neighborhoods without fear of violence."

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