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Shooting Investigation Underway in Rockville, MD

Rockville, MDLocal News

A shooting investigation is currently underway in Rockville, MD, after an incident that occurred shortly after 4:00 a. m. on March 17, 2024. The Rockville City Police Department responded to reports of gunfire in the 1000 block of Rockville Pike, where they discovered an adult male victim suffering from two non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. The victim received immediate medical attention from Montgomery County Fire Rescue and has since been transported to an area hospital, where he is reported to be in stable condition.

The Rockville City Police Department's Criminal Investigations Unit is actively working to determine the circumstances that led to the shooting. Law enforcement officials have indicated that there is no ongoing threat to the community, which should provide some level of reassurance to residents. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact Cpl. Andreas Floros at the police department. The community is encouraged to remain vigilant but assured that the investigation is a priority for local law enforcement.

This incident marks another chapter in ongoing concerns regarding public safety in the area.

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