Shooting in busy Silver Spring block sends two to hospital

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SILVER SPRING, Md. — A suspect was taken into custody after two men were injured during a shooting incident Sunday night in the 600 block of University Boulevard East, according to Montgomery County police.

The incident occurred in Silver Spring on April 20. Officers responded to the scene around 9:44 p.m., as confirmed in a social media post by the Montgomery County Department of Police.

While the investigation is ongoing, authorities clarified that the two injured individuals were not shot, but did sustain minor injuries during the incident.

Police have not released the identity of the suspect or the nature of the altercation that led to the shooting. The area was secured Sunday night, and officers remained on scene to gather evidence and interview witnesses.

Authorities stated there was no ongoing threat to the public and that the situation had been contained.


Key Points

  • Two men injured during April 20 incident in Silver Spring
  • Injuries were minor and not caused by gunfire
  • Suspect in custody, no threat to community reported

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