Police; Attempted carjacking ends when driver begins shooting

HILLCREST HEIGHTS, Md. — Police are investigating after two people tried to carjack a driver, who fired back at them, on Monday afternoon.

The Prince George’s County Police Department reported that the incident occurred in the 3500 block of Branch Avenue.

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Investigators say the driver was sitting in his car when two people approached and attempted to carjack him. He then drew a gun and fired. The suspects fled after the shooting.

Police have not released any information about the suspects. No injuries have been reported.