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PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — One person is in critical condition, two suspects are in custody and a third is wanted in a shooting near two schools in Prince George’s County on Tuesday morning.

Around 9:40 a.m., officers responded to reports of shots heard in the 7000 block of Allentown Road near Crossland High School and Thurgood Marshall Middle School, according to the Prince George’s County Police Department. The area, which includes Woodberry Plaza shopping center, witnessed heavy police presence as police teams tried to protect the environment.

Police arrived at the scene and found a person injured as a result of an armed attack. Emergency medical crews transported him to a local hospital, where he was reported to be in critical but stable condition, officials said.

While the investigation continues, the police detained 2 suspects regarding the incident. Law enforcement officials said they are still actively searching for a third person believed to be involved in the incident.

In response to the attack, both Crossland High School and Thurgood Marshall Middle School were placed on lockdown as a security precaution. Police confirmed the lockdown had been lifted once the immediate threat to the area had been addressed.

The investigation continues as authorities try to locate the third suspect and determine the motive behind the attack.