Police: Man Killed After Suspected Shooting Near Silver Spring Apartments

Montgomery County Police (MCPD) are investigating a homicide that occurred Friday night in Silver Spring, per a release from the department.

Police responded to the Forest Park Apartments on Piney Branch Road at about 11:30 p.m. for a reported shooting, MCPD said. Arriving officers found a man on the sidewalk with a suspected gunshot wound. Police said he was pronounced dead on the scene.

MCPD is conducting an active investigation. Police ask anyone with information to call the Major Crimes Division at 240-773-5070. Those who want to remain anonymous can call Crime Solvers of Montgomery County at 1-866-411-8477.

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— Montgomery County Department of Police (@mcpnews) September 11, 2021

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