Crime
Person shot and killed at Union Station on Massachusetts Avenue NE, Washington
Washington, D.C. – Law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Capitol Police (USCP) and Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), are actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred at Union Station on Massachusetts Avenue NE.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire near the Union Station escalators.
Upon arrival, they discovered a victim suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency medical personnel were dispatched to the scene, but the individual was pronounced deceased.
Authorities have established a secure perimeter around the area while investigators process the scene and gather evidence.
U.S. Capitol staff and other personnel have been advised to avoid the vicinity while the investigation remains active.
Law enforcement officials have not yet released the identity of the victim, details regarding a suspect, or potential motives.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Metropolitan Police Department’s tip line at (202) 727-9099 or submit anonymous tips via the department’s text tip line at 50411.
Further updates will be provided as more details emerge.
CHICAGO — A 37-year-old Chicago photographer was fatally shot Sunday night in the West Pullman neighborhood, according to the Chicago Police Department.
The victim was identified as Troy Hollingsworth, owner of PolaBear Red Filmz.
Police said Hollingsworth was seated inside his Nissan Maxima in the 100 block of East 118th Place at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 18, when an unknown individual opened fire.
Hollingsworth was struck multiple times and was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities confirmed.
At this time, no suspects are in custody, and detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Additional details have not been released as the investigation remains ongoing.