Tragic Shooting at Car Meetup Claims Lives of Sheldon Proctor and Patrick Savoy in Prince George’s County

Accokeek, MD – The Prince George’s County community is in mourning following a tragic shooting at a car meetup that claimed the lives of Sheldon Proctor, 48, from Waldorf, and Patrick Savoy, 55, from Charlotte Hall. The incident occurred late Thursday night at approximately 11:45 p.m. in the parking lot of the Manokeek Village shopping center in Accokeek.

According to reports, the gathering at the parking lot, which typically hosts peaceful car meetups, turned deadly when gunfire erupted. In addition to Proctor and Savoy, another individual sustained non-life-threatening injuries and managed to transport himself to the hospital for treatment.

Sheldon Proctor, described by his relative Elaine as a kind-hearted person who enjoyed attending car shows, leaves behind a devastated family and community. The scene of the shooting was marked by a large bloodstain and scattered items left behind as attendees fled the gunfire.

The authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the incident and are appealing to the public for any information that could lead to the apprehension of those responsible. A reward of $25,000 has been offered for credible information related to the shooting.

Elaine, who visited the scene to lay flowers in memory of Proctor, expressed her disbelief and sorrow over his sudden and tragic death. She emphasized his good character and the impact of his loss on their family.

This shooting incident follows a similar tragic event last month in District Heights, where another individual lost their life at a car meetup. The Maryland authorities have been increasingly concerned about the safety of these gatherings, prompting legislative measures to address the issue.

As the community grieves the loss of Sheldon Proctor and Patrick Savoy, they are united in seeking justice and ensuring the safety of future gatherings. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit.

The impact of this senseless violence reverberates throughout Prince George’s County, reminding everyone of the importance of peace and safety in community gatherings. Our thoughts are with the families and friends of Sheldon Proctor and Patrick Savoy during this difficult time.