Washington, D.C. – A tragic incident unfolded at Brookland Metro Station in Northeast Washington, D.C., as a teenage boy lost his life after being shot by a suspect on Thursday afternoon. Authorities have identified the suspected shooter and are actively seeking their whereabouts.
Police reports indicate that the shooting occurred following a physical altercation among a group of teenagers inside the Metro station. Although the victim was part of the fight, it remains unclear if he was the intended target of the shooter. The suspect, who was not involved in the initial altercation, brandished a firearm and fired shots at the scene.
Emergency responders attempted to revive the victim through CPR efforts, but sadly, he was pronounced dead by D.C. Fire and EMS personnel at the scene. The identity of the deceased teenager has not been disclosed by the authorities. Furthermore, special police officers stationed at the platform managed to protect bystanders and guide them to safety when the shooting transpired.
In response to the incident, D.C. police have taken over the investigation, leading to the closure of Brookland Metro Station for several hours. Normal station operations resumed later in the evening, and heightened security measures, including an increased police presence, were implemented at the station and the nearby Catholic University of America.
Following the shooting, a shelter-in-place order was issued on the university’s main campus, with classes being canceled as a precaution. The order was lifted after law enforcement confirmed that there was no active threat on campus. University officials encouraged students and staff to seek support and counseling in light of the unsettling event.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward and assist in the investigation by contacting the D.C. police department. The community remains on edge following this tragic event, emphasizing the need for greater vigilance and cooperation in maintaining public safety.