2 people killed in separate July 4th shootings in DMV
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A speech by President Donald Trump and a fireworks display took place after a weather delay on July 4th; two women were found dead after a house went up in flames in Silver Spring.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Law enforcement officials in Washington, D.C., and neighboring Prince George’s County are investigating two unrelated, fatal shootings that occurred just hours apart on the Fourth of July.
What we know:
The first incident took place in Southwest Washington, D.C., as holiday celebrations were underway. Officers responded to reports of a shooting at around 9:30 p.m. in the 200 block of N Street.
A man suffering from gunshot wounds was found nearby in the 100 block of M Street. He was rushed to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
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As the final echoes of the "Salute to America" grand fireworks show faded over the National Mall, emergency personnel wrapped up one of the busiest nights of the year.
Less than an hour later, a second deadly shooting occurred just across the district line in Maryland.
Prince George’s County Police responded to the 1900 block of Brooks Drive in the Coral Hills neighborhood shortly after 10 p.m. A woman was found shot and pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators believe the victim was targeted and that the shooting was not a random act of violence.
What we don't know:
Both police departments are working to establish a motive and identify a suspect in both deadly shootings.
The Source: Information from this article was provided by the Metropolitan Police Department and Prince George’s County Police.