Suspect shot, killed in officer-involved shooting at National Harbor
PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY, Md. - A suspect was shot and killed in an officer-involved shooting at the National Harbor on Easter Sunday.
What they're saying:
During a press conference around 1:30 p.m., Prince George's County's Police Chief Malik Aziz shared new details about the shooting.
Officers responded at 8:18 a.m. to a reported stabbing in the area of Indian Head Highway in Fort Washington at a three-story apartment building. Upon arrival, police discovered two victims, a man and woman suffering from critical stab wounds.
According to Chief Aziz, before fleeing the scene the suspect set fire to the apartment on the third floor.
The suspect was known to the suspects.
Around 10 a.m. officers encountered the same suspect at the National Harbor who was still armed with a knife and moved towards an officer. Chief Aziz says two officers discharged their weapons at the suspect. No word on the number of shots that were fired.
Emergency care was administered. The suspect was transported to the hospital where they subsequently died.
The two stabbing victims are in critical but stable condition. No officers were hurt.
According to Chief Aziz, the suspect was known to Prince George's County police.
What we know:
According to police, the incident occurred in the area of St. George Blvd and Potomac Passage.
There are several road closures in the area of National Harbor Blvd from Fleet Street to American Way - St. George Blvd from American Way to National Harbor Blvd. Potomac Passage. Drivers are advised to follow police directions.
Residents are advised by police to enter and leave the National Harbor via Fleet Street and National Harbor Blvd. The Prince George's County Public Information Officer is heading to the scene and a press briefing is expected.
What we don't know:
The identities of the suspect and victims involved remain unknown.
This is a developing story that will be updated.