Washington, D.C. – Police in Washington, D.C. are actively searching for a suspect involved in a tragic mass shooting that occurred in the early hours of Sunday. The incident, resulting in the death of two individuals and leaving five others wounded, took place at the intersection of 7th and P Streets in the city’s northwest region near downtown.
Executive Assistant Chief Jeffrey Carroll of the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department provided initial details about the shooting during a brief news conference at the scene. According to the Gun Violence Archive’s criteria, a shooting incident where at least four individuals are injured or killed (excluding the shooter) is classified as a mass shooting.
As of the latest update, specific information regarding the injuries sustained by the five wounded individuals is not yet publicly available. The police responded to the shooting around 3 a.m. ET, with both fatalities pronounced dead upon arrival at the scene.
Law enforcement authorities have withheld identifying details of the victims, except to confirm that all five adults who were wounded during the incident. Reports suggest that a man was observed fleeing the scene towards the south on 7th Street following the shooting, prompting authorities to request information or tips from witnesses and the community through a designated hotline.
Police are urging anyone with relevant information that may aid in the investigation to come forward by contacting the police department at 202-727-9099 or by sending a text to 50411. The search for the suspect is ongoing as law enforcement officials continue their efforts to bring those responsible to justice.
The tragic event has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting renewed calls for action to address gun violence and enhance public safety measures in the city. Authorities are working diligently to resolve the case and ensure the safety and well-being of all residents in the aftermath of such a devastating incident.
Details surrounding the motive behind the shooting and any possible connections between the victims and the suspect remain under investigation as authorities work tirelessly to piece together the events leading up to the tragedy. The community is coming together to support those affected by the violence and to advocate for solutions to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.