Crime
Five Individuals Potentially Injured in Northeast Washington, D.C. Shooting
The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) and the District of Columbia Fire Department (DCFD) are actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred in the 1500 block of Harry Thomas Way in Northeast Washington, D.C.
Authorities were alerted to reports of gunfire in the area and discovered three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds (GSWs).
Emergency medical personnel transported the victims to local hospitals, where two are reported to be in critical condition.
Additionally, law enforcement is working to determine if two other individuals, who later sought medical treatment for GSWs as walk-in patients, are connected to the same incident.
Officers remain on the scene, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the shooting. MPD has not released information regarding potential suspects or motives at this time.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with information about this incident to contact the Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or submit anonymous tips via the MPD’s Text Tip Line by sending a message to 50411.
This shooting is the latest in a series of violent incidents prompting concern among residents in Northeast Washington, D.C. MPD has increased its presence in the area as it works to ensure public safety and address rising violence.
Further updates will be provided as more details emerge.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.