Hyattsville, Maryland – A family in Hyattsville, Maryland is pleading for justice over a year after a tragic shooting that left 28-year-old Alex Lynch dead outside a nightclub. Lynch, who was working as a security guard at Area Code on Chillum Road, was shot and killed by three suspects, with two others injured in the incident. The Prince George’s County Police and Lynch’s grieving family held a press conference to urge the public to help identify the suspects involved in the case.
Lynch’s brother, Aaron Watkins, expressed the pain and loss the family has endured since the tragic event. Describing Lynch as the life of the party, Watkins highlighted how his brother juggled two jobs to provide for his 7-year-old son. The family continues to struggle with the absence of Lynch, with his nephew particularly missing his father’s presence.
Authorities released a chilling video last year showing the three shooters firing from a stolen car. The disturbing footage captured the brazenness of the attack, with one shooter wielding a long gun outside the car while another opened fire from the backseat. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, prompting Watkins to seek answers and justice for his brother.
Investigators are diligently working to identify the shooters and determine the reason behind the attack. Evidence markers littered the scene in the aftermath of the shooting, with over 30 fired cartridge casings recovered by detectives. Despite uncertainties surrounding the motive, authorities believe Lynch was targeted based on the nature of the incident captured in the video.
Addressing the community, Prince George’s County Police Lt. Shane Goudreau emphasized the need for cooperation in solving the case. He urged anyone with information to come forward, highlighting the urgency of seeking justice for Lynch and his family. The police department is offering a $25,000 reward for any leads that result in an arrest or conviction in the case, underscoring the significance of community involvement in bringing closure to the tragic event.