Howard Co. police investigate fatal shooting in Columbia

Howard County police say they are investigating a fatal shooting in Columbia, Maryland.

It happened at around 8:11 p.m. in the 7300 Block of Hickory Log Circle.



Police said they located a male victim suffering from gunshot wounds in the parking lot on that block.

They add that the victim was transported to Howard County General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Police have yet to name a suspect or victim in the shooting and say the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to call 911.

A map of where the incident occurred is included below.

 

Ivy Lyons

Ivy Lyons is a digital journalist for WTOP.com. Since 2018, they have worked on Capitol Hill, at NBC News in Washington, and with WJLA in Washington.

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