Two male teenagers were shot, one fatally, in Prince George’s County, Maryland, Thursday evening.
Michael Nwaulu, 17, was pronounced dead at the scene in the 9600 block of Parkstone Drive in an unincorporated section of Upper Marlboro, police said. His family was too distraught to comment Friday.
The second victim was taken to a hospital. He is in stable condition.
The shooting happened about 8:40 p.m. in the parking lot of a community center, police said. The victims were found on the pavement next to a car.
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Police do not have a description of the shooter.
Neighbors said they heard rapid gunfire, as many as 10 shots. One neighbor saw two men running from the scene.
“We rely on our partnership with the community members to bring justice to our community, keep our community safe, so it’s vital that we have that partnership,” said Emily Austin of Prince George’s County police. “And so, anyone who may have information, in order for us to best keep our community safe, we ask for that partnership and come forward with any information you may have.”
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