WASHINGTON, DC – A tragic shooting in the Shaw neighborhood of the nation’s capital claimed the lives of two individuals and left five others wounded in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Metropolitan Police Department’s Executive Assistant Chief Jeffrey Carroll confirmed that a lone gunman is being sought after the incident, which occurred around 3 a.m. All the victims, who are adults, were promptly transported to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting and the conditions of the injured remain scarce, as authorities work to piece together the events that transpired.
This violent episode adds to the growing concern over rising crime rates in the District of Columbia, which saw a significant 39% uptick in violent crimes in 2023. Homicides soared by 35%, with a surge in carjackings almost doubling the previous figures. Police Chief Pamela Smith has urged policymakers to enact stricter gun laws to combat the escalating violence plaguing the city.
As investigations unfold and the community grapples with the aftermath of this tragic event, the focus remains on finding the perpetrator responsible for the senseless loss of life and ensuring justice is served for the victims and their families.