Hagerstown, MD – A shooting at a Washington County bar left four people injured in the early morning hours of August 24. Authorities say the investigation remains active as deputies continue seeking information from the public.
According to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were called around 2:15 a.m. Saturday to reports of gunfire at The Chop Bar, located on John F. Kennedy Drive in Hagerstown. When they arrived, officers encountered a large crowd outside the business and began working to secure the area and identify victims.
Investigators reported that four people sustained gunshot wounds in the incident. Three victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries, while a fourth remains hospitalized in serious condition. Detectives have not yet released information on potential suspects or a motive.
The sheriff’s office is urging anyone with knowledge of the shooting to come forward. Community members can contact Detective A. Koontz at 240-313-2186 or via email at akoontz@washco-md.net. Authorities have also provided a secure online portal for uploading video evidence related to the case.
Officials stressed that tips can be submitted anonymously. The department continues to gather witness statements and review available footage in hopes of identifying those responsible.
The Chop Bar shooting remains under investigation, and additional details are expected as the case develops.
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