Armed suspects steal vehicle at gunpoint in Laurel carjacking after attempted theft
LAUREL, MD – Police are investigating a violent carjacking that occurred early Sunday morning in Laurel after three suspects confronted a man at gunpoint, stole his belongings, and fled the scene in his vehicle.
According to the Anne Arundel County Police, the incident unfolded around 3:35 a.m. on November 23 in the area of Russett Green East and Hayshire Street. The victim was walking to his vehicle when he saw suspects in the act of breaking into another car. He yelled at them, prompting one of the suspects to drive toward him and point a handgun.
The suspects robbed the victim of his wallet, cellphone, and car keys at gunpoint before taking off in his blue 2009 Infiniti. Both the suspect vehicle and the stolen Infiniti fled toward Laurel Fort Meade Road.
The suspects are described as three Black males wearing dark clothing. Two of the suspects were armed with handguns.
The Regional Crimes Unit is leading the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact detectives at 410-222-4730. Anonymous tips can also be submitted via the Anne Arundel County Police Tip Line at 410-222-4700.
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Key Points
- Carjacking occurred at 3:35 a.m. on November 23 in Laurel
- Victim was robbed at gunpoint after witnessing an attempted theft
- Suspects fled in victim’s blue 2009 Infiniti toward Laurel Fort Meade Road