A manhunt is currently in progress following a shooting incident at a casino complex in Maryland, where one person was killed and another injured. The tragic event occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel & Casino in Oxon Hill, prompting the response of Prince George’s County Fire and Rescue around 12:20 pm local time.
Emergency services swiftly arrived at the scene, and authorities have confirmed that the shooting was targeted and not a random act of violence. Law enforcement officers are actively investigating the situation and are seeking the suspect who fled the area. George Nader, the chief of police at Prince George’s County, disclosed that the victim was shot while ordering food, with the suspect fleeing the scene by car.
As a precautionary measure, the affected area, specifically the food court, was put on lockdown, while other parts of the hotel and casino remain open to the public. Although some nearby schools were temporarily closed for safety reasons, police have assured the community that there is no immediate threat.
In a briefing to the media, Chief Nader revealed that the victim was a male in his 20s and emphasized that the shooting was targeted rather than random. The authorities have reiterated that the incident appears to be isolated to the food court and that there is no ongoing danger to the community.
The Prince George’s County Police Department issued a statement confirming the fatality and the injury, noting that detectives are actively pursuing the suspect. Reports indicate that the shooting occurred within the food court of the casino complex, leading to the unfortunate loss of life. Police presence remains strong at the scene, with ongoing investigations to apprehend the perpetrator.