Wheaton Shooting – Train service has been halted in the vicinity while authorities investigate a fatal shooting at Wheaton Mall MD. The incident was reported at the station just before 6 o’clock, according to initial reports. According to reports, the victim was found inside the station by responding authorities and was pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts to save their life.
Red Line service between Silver Spring and Glenmont is halted, and Wheaton Station is closed. For the impacted clients, a shuttle bus service is being arranged. Investigators from the Montgomery County Police Department and the Metro Transit Police Department are on the scene. Metro Transit Police released a statement about the shooting incident and situation of the area.
MTPD and @mcpnews are on scene at Wheaton, where a fatal shooting occurred inside the station shortly before 6 p.m. Search is underway for suspects. Follow @Metrorailinfo and @Metrobusinfo for service information. #wmataUPDATED: Red Line Delay: Train service suspended btwn Forest Glen & Glenmont due to a police investigation at Wheaton. Shuttle buses available.
“There was a confrontation between some individuals on the escalator, which led down to the platform, where shots were fired,” said Shiera Goff, director of public information for Montgomery County police. “The victim was part of that confrontation.” According to the transportation agency, Metrorail service on the Red Line between Forest Glen and Glenmont has been halted owing to a police investigation.
“UPDATED: Red Line Delay: Train service suspended btwn Forest Glen & Glenmont due to a police investigation at Wheaton. Shuttle buses available.” – Metrorail Info announced in a recent statement
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