2 Injured In Gaithersburg Shooting: Police

GAITHERSBURG, MD — Two people were hospitalized after a shooting early Tuesday in the 400 block of North Summit Avenue in Gaithersburg, officials said.

Gaithersburg Police said shots were fired about 6:28 a.m. Officers from both the Gaithersburg Police and the Montgomery County Police Department - 6th District responded to the area.

Officers found two adults suffering from apparent gunshot wounds and provided first-aid to both victims until Fire and Rescue personnel arrived. The victims were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, a police news release said.

Authorities have not released the names of the victims or said what led up to the shootings.

Investigators ask that anyone with information about the shooting contact Gaithersburg Police at 301-258-6400. Those who wish to remain anonymous may call the Gaithersburg Tip Line at 301-330-4471.