On April 27 at 9:05 p.m., officers were working secondary employment at a carnival in the parking lot at St. Charles Towne Center when a 15-year-old male approached and said he had been shot. The officers provided first aid until EMS responded and transported the teen to a hospital. It was later determined, at the hospital, that the victim had a stab wound and not a gunshot wound. A preliminary investigation revealed the victim was with a group of teens and was engaged in an argument with another large group of teens in the lower lot of the mall and that at some time during the dispute, the victim was stabbed. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Cooley at 301-609-6502. Tipsters who want to remain anonymous may contact Charles County Crime Solvers by calling 1-866-411-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted online at www.charlescountycrimesolvers.com or by using the P3Intel mobile app. Charles County Crime Solvers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for the tip that leads to the arrest of the suspect.

Charles County Crime Solvers offering a cash reward in first-degree assault case: On April 27 at 10:23 p.m., officers responded to the area of Mall Circle for the report of a shooting. A preliminary investigation revealed witnesses observed a male brandish a firearm and chase another male through the parking lot. Witnesses said the suspect fired the gun at the victim and then both subjects fled the area. At this time, there are no reports of anyone seeking treatment for a gunshot wound and it is unclear what the motive was. Charles County Crime Solvers is offering a cash reward of up to $1,000 for the tip that leads to an arrest in this case. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Sgt. Alpert at 301-609-3282 ext. 0459. The investigation is ongoing.