Baltimore-area teen found shot dead in Laurel

WASHINGTON — The Prince George’s County police are investigating the shooting death of a teenager in a parked car in Laurel, Maryland, Tuesday night.

Dustin Khoury, 17, was found shot to death at about 8:30 p.m. at the Parke Laurel Apartments, off Contee Road near U.S. 1. Khoury lived in Sparrows Point, southeast of Baltimore.

Police do not believe the shooting was random.

“An investigation reveals an illegal transaction occurred prior to the shooting,” said Cpl. Lamar Robinson.

The police are asking anyone with information that might assist the investigation to call 301-772-4925. You also can text a tip by sending “PGPD” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).

Kristi King

Kristi King is a veteran reporter who has been working in the WTOP newsroom since 1990. She covers everything from breaking news to consumer concerns and the latest medical developments.

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