Update on March 13, 2024: Deceased Victims Identified
The Laurel Police Department has identified the two victims who have died as a result of this shooting. The victims are 23-year-old Louis B. Rackett, of Washington, D.C., and 21-year-old Quincy P. Green, Jr., of Washington, D.C.
Original Release: March 12, 2024
THE LAUREL POLICE DEPARTMENT IS INVESTIGATING A MULTIPLE SHOOTING THAT HAS LEFT TWO DEAD
The Laurel Police Department is investigating an early morning multiple shooting that has left two people dead and one injured.
At approximately 1:34 A.M., on March 12, 2024, officers from the Laurel Police Department responded to the 600 block of Lafayette Avenue, Laurel, Maryland, for the report of a confirmed shooting. Upon arrival, officers located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately rendered aid to the victims however, one victim was pronounced deceased at the scene and the second victim was transported to a local hospital where they succumbed to their injuries as well. A third victim self-transported to an area hospital and is receiving treatment at this time.
We encourage anyone with any information, or who may have witnessed this event, to please contact The Laurel Police Department at 301-498-0092, or anonymous tips can also be sent to LPDtips@laurel.md.us.
Media Inquiries: Please contact Laura Guenin, Public Relations, Laurel Police Department at 240-278-0758 or email lguenin@laurel.md.us.
