Maryland authorities say 3 killed, 2 hurt following shooting

DISTRICT HEIGHTS, Md. – Maryland authorities say three people have been killed and two others wounded in a shooting in the eastern suburbs of Washington D.C.

Prince George’s County fire officials tell WTTG-TV (http://bit.ly/28XfNMj ) that all five adult victims were found about 9:43 p.m. Friday inside a home located in District Heights.

Two surviving victims were taken to a trauma centre. Prince George’s County police said one of them is in critical condition and the other is in stable condition.

Police said the shooting does not appear to be random and they are currently searching for possible suspects.

No further information was immediately available.

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