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2 Security Officers Shot 1 Dead in Maryland Overnight

The shooting occurred around 1 a.m. in Capitol Heights, Md.

By Matt Holden
Jul 17, 2015

Police are investigating a shooting that left one security guard dead and another injured early Friday morning. According to Prince George’s County police, the shooting occurred around 1 a.m. in Capitol Heights, Md.

A police department spokesman said the security guards were doing paperwork at their cars when the shooting occurred. They may have been targeted, though no motive is known at this time.

At this time, police are still looking for the suspect, who fled the scene in a black Dodge Charger.

About the Author

Matt Holden is an Associate Content Editor for 1105 Media, Inc. He received his MFA and BA in journalism from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. He currently writes and edits for Occupational Health & Safety magazine, and Security Today.

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