Greenbelt, MD – A deadly drive-by shooting is under investigation after a silver Infiniti with dark-tinted windows and no front license plate opened fire on a group of people before speeding away, according to the Greenbelt Police Department.
Witnesses told investigators the vehicle entered the area at a high rate of speed late Sunday, firing multiple rounds that struck one victim.
The driver then fled in an unknown direction, leaving behind a chaotic scene as officers and medics rushed to respond.
Detectives have not released the identity of the victim pending notification of family members. Investigators are working to determine a motive and whether the shooting was targeted or random. Police have not confirmed how many people were present when the shots were fired or how many rounds were discharged.
Authorities are urging anyone who saw the incident or who may have video footage of the vehicle to contact Detective Davis at (240) 542-2134 or by email at ddavis@greenbeltmd.gov. Tips can also be directed to the Greenbelt Police Department at (301) 474-7200.
A burst of gunfire from a passing car turned a quiet Greenbelt block into a crime scene.