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PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD — A teenage boy was hospitalized Friday morning after being stabbed near a busy shopping center in Prince George’s County, police said.

The incident occurred around 11:10 a.m. in the 6500 block of Annapolis Road, near the Capital Plaza shopping center. Officers responded to the scene and located the victim, who was transported to a hospital for treatment.

As of Friday afternoon, police reported that the teen was in stable condition. His identity has not been released, and the extent of his injuries remains undisclosed.

The motive behind the stabbing is currently unknown. Detectives are actively investigating the case and working to identify a suspect.

Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact Prince George’s County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-8477 or submit a tip online. Tips can be provided anonymously.

Key Points

Teen stabbed around 11:10 a.m. near Capital Plaza shopping center
Victim is hospitalized and in stable condition
Police are seeking information as they investigate the motive and suspect

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