Crime & Safety
PG County Police Identify Victim Of Fatal Shooting In Hyattsville
Prince George's County Police detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Wednesday night in in the Hyattsville area.
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HYATTSVILLE, MD -- Prince George's County Police identified the victim in a fatal shooting that took place Wednesday night in the Hyattsville area, according to a police release. Filomena Vasquez, 56, was shot inside her home in the 7400 block of Varnum Street.
Police responded to Vasquez's address on Jan. 1, about 11:30 p.m., to the report of a shooting. Officers found Vasquez suffering multiple gunshot wounds and she was pronounced dead on the scene.
Following a preliminary investigation, police believe the gunfire came from outside of the victim's house and was directed into the home. No motive is presently known.
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Detectives from PGCPD's Homicide Unit are investigating the incident and working to develop suspect(s).
Police ask anyone with information about this homicide to call 301-772-4925. Those wishing to remain anonymous should Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or go online at www.pgcrimesolvers.com, or use the “P3 Tips” mobile app.
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