On Saturday night five family members were shot in Douglass Township, the Montgomery County District Attorney reported. According to the DA, one of the victims is a child.
The shooting happened shortly before 11 p.m. at 50 Renninger Road in the Gilbertsville area of Douglass Township.
Police and SWAT teams combed the area Saturday night in search of a suspect. A secondary crime scene was established nearby the home where the incident happened.
Authorities reported that the 3 injured victims are adults. Although the victim names have not been released, the DA's office identified one as an adult male and the other as a male juvenile.
On Sunday, a helicopter and SWAT officers from the Chestmont and North Penn response teams conducted a grid search of the area. Law enforcement advised area residents to stay in their homes during the sweeps.
The investigation continues. Check back with more updates as the story develops.
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