Women dead after shooting in Prince George’s Co., Maryland

A woman is dead after she was shot and killed in Prince George’s County, Maryland, on Friday. 

The fatal shooting happened around 7 p.m. Friday on 56th Avenue near Hamilton Street.

Police said they found the victim sitting in a car with gunshot wounds.

The woman died at the scene.

No arrests have been made and police have not said what caused the killing.

Police are asking if anyone has information to call 1-866-411-TIPS.

This is a developing story. 

Luke Garrett

Luke Garrett is a D.C. native dedicated to journalism. He is a reporter and the creator, host and producer of the original WTOP podcast, “DMV Download.” The podcast debuted in 2022. On the show, Garrett takes a weekly look at the biggest stories and ideas in the D.C. region.

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