15-year-old victim seeks help at high school after east capitol street shooting

15-year-old victim seeks help at high school after East Capitol Street shooting

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November 25, 2024
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 15-year-old boy was shot Friday morning behind an apartment complex on East Capitol Street Southeast, prompting an investigation as police search for suspects caught on camera.

The shooting occurred around 9:42 a.m. in an alley on the 1700 block of East Capitol Street, police said. The teenager, who suffered a gunshot wound, managed to run to Eastern High School to seek help and was transported to a hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening.

Surveillance footage from the area captured images of the suspects and their vehicle, which detectives have released in hopes of identifying those responsible.

15-year-old victim seeks help at high school after east capitol street shooting
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Investigators are asking for the community’s help in locating the suspects but caution against direct action. Anyone with information is urged to contact police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.

A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those involved in the shooting.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley

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