PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. — The Prince George's County Police Department has charged a 16-year-old student in connection with a shooting outside of Suitland High School last Thursday that left one ninth-grader injured.
The teen turned himself in on Tuesday, according to police. He is being charged as an adult in this case.
Police say the 14-year-old who was shot remains hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Around 10 a.m. on Dec. 8, a group of students got into an argument that turned into a physical fight outside of the school. Investigators say the 16-year-old pulled out a gun and fired multiple times, shooting the 14-year-old.
The School Resource Officer at Suitland heard the gunshots and immediately responded to the scene near the football field. The officers provided medical care to the victim who was taken to an area hospital.
The 16-year-old is charged with attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault, gun offenses and additional charges, police say. He is in the custody of the Department of Corrections.
On the day of the shooting, police took a 14-year-old boy into custody. After additional investigation, he was released once it was determined he was not involved in the shooting.
Police say the motive for the shooting remains under investigation.
The investigation into this shooting remains active and ongoing.
If anyone has information relevant to this investigation, they are asked to please call detectives at 301-516-5230. A cash reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.
Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app (search “P3 Tips” in the Apple Store or Google Play to download the app onto your mobile device.)
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