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1 shot in police-involved shooting in Prince George's Co., third one reported in 24 hours

The suspect was transported to a local hospital where he is in stable condition.

CAMP SPRINGS, Md. -- One person was taken to the hospital after a police-involved shooting in Camp Springs, Md. This is the third police-involved shooting reported in the D.C. area in the last 24 hours.

The shooting happened around 2:40 p.m. in the 6200 block of Maxwell Drive as police were investigating a car theft ring. Officers observed a suspect getting into a stolen car. When officers tried to arrest the suspect, he fired a gun at officers through the car window. Officers returned fired and shot the suspect.

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A total of 10 rounds were exchanged between officers and the suspect.

The suspect was transported to a local hospital where he is in stable condition.

Police say no officers were hurt during the shooting.

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