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15-year-old dies days after shooting in District Heights

By José Umaña

Police in Prince George’s County, Maryland, are investigating last month’s shooting in District Heights that led to the death of a 15-year-old boy.

Around 9:50 a.m. on Oct. 30, police found Lavarus Blacknell, of D.C., inside a vehicle with a gunshot wound at the intersection of Plaza Drive and Silver Hill Road.

Blacknell was rushed to a hospital for treatment. He died of his injuries Wednesday.

Police are working to identify a suspect.

They are asking anyone with information on the shooting to call (301) 516-2512. Callers who wish to stay anonymous can call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), or can submit a tip online.

Here is a map of where the shooting took place:

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