Alex Lynch, 28, was shot and killed just after midnight on March 28, 2023, outside the Area Code Gentlemen’s Club on Chillum Road in Hyattsville, Maryland. Lynch was working as a security guard when one or more people approached the club and opened fire; police found him outside the establishment and he was pronounced dead. Two patrons inside were also wounded and taken to a hospital and were expected to recover. It is believed Lynch was unarmed at the time.

The club, formerly known as Mustangs and under new management, was operating without the proper permit; county officials later condemned the property. Lynch’s family described him as a devoted father and a generous man who worked a second job as a waiter. His brother said he was always smiling and had no known enemies.

The Prince George’s County Police Department has an active investigation and said investigators are seeking at least two people in connection with the shooting; no arrests or public suspect identifications have been announced and a $25,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest. If anyone knew Alex or saw activity around the club that night, please come forward with information.