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Annapolis Police Make Arrest In The Shooting Of 2 Children

ANNAPOLIS, MD (WJZ) -- Annapolis City Police announce they have arrested 41-year-old John Estep in connection with the Saturday night shooting of a 14-year-old boy and a 10-year old girl.

Police say Estep turned himself in to police without incident and has been charged with seven criminal charges related to the crime, including two counts of first-degree assault.

He has since been released on personal recognizance.

The shooting took place just after 7:30 p.m. on Saturday in the 100 block of Obery Court. Police were originally called to the area for a possible home invasion.

Investigators say the circumstances surrounding the shooting are still under investigation.

Both of the children were taken to an area hospital for treatment and are both listed in stable condition.

Police urge anyone with information about this incident to contact detectives at 410-260-3439.

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