Washington, D.C. – Two men lost their lives, and five others, including two women, were injured in a shooting that occurred in the Shaw neighborhood of Northwest D.C. early Sunday morning. The incident took place at Seventh and P streets NW around 3 a.m., following the group leaving a nearby nightclub before the tragic event unfolded. The motive behind the shooting remains unknown.
Among the victims were Anthony Brown of Southeast D.C. and Jay Lucks of Baltimore, both aged 32. The unsettling moment of gunfire was captured on home surveillance footage, revealing the chaotic scene in a bustling commercial area of Seventh Street. Residents in the vicinity, such as Carlos Reyes, expressed concern about the recurring issues plaguing the neighborhood, calling attention to the need for heightened safety measures.
Law enforcement sources shared details of a Nest camera recording capturing gunfire at 3:01 a.m., with the sound of screams echoing through the night. Residents living nearby recounted the harrowing experience of hearing the shots and the immediate aftermath of the tragedy. Authorities have yet to release a description of the vehicle involved in the shooting, prompting an extensive search for video evidence to shed light on the incident.
As the investigation continues, authorities have not ruled out the possibility of the second round of gunfire being return fire. Despite the absence of weapons found at the scene, the connection between the victims and any potential motives for the attack remains elusive. Previous incidents of gun violence in the area have raised concerns among residents, highlighting the urgent need for effective crime prevention measures.
The Shaw neighborhood has recently witnessed a surge in gun-related violence, with two young women losing their lives in a similar incident in September. The unresolved case of multiple gunmen firing over 100 rounds into a playground on Seventh Street NW underscores the persistent challenge of solving such crimes. A plea for information from the public has been issued, accompanied by a substantial reward for any leads that could assist in bringing the perpetrators to justice. The community remains on edge as authorities grapple with the growing threat of gun violence in the area.