In a heart-wrenching incident, a barrage of gunfire erupted outside a Washington D.C. apartment complex, leaving six people wounded, including two young boys.
Children Caught in the Crossfire
Among the victims were a 9-year-old boy and a 12-year-old boy, who were caught in the deadly crossfire. Police responded to the scene and found one man dead, along with a woman, the 9-year-old boy, and two other men with gunshot wounds.
Manhunt for Suspects
Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela Smith, speaking at a press conference, said that authorities believe two shooters were involved and are actively searching for them. A surveillance image has been released showing a possible getaway car, a light blue Toyota sedan with UNK tags.
Outrage and Grief
“This is yet another example of senseless gun violence that we simply cannot tolerate in our communities,” said Chief Smith, expressing her condolences to the victims and their loved ones.
Non-Life Threatening Injuries
Thankfully, the surviving victims, including the 12-year-old boy who was taken to a hospital, had non-life threatening injuries. Police are actively investigating the motive behind the shooting.
Addressing Gun Violence
The incident has heightened concerns about gun violence in Washington D.C. Chief Smith urged the community to come together to find solutions to curb this escalating problem.
The LA News Center will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as they become available. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
