WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Washington D.C.. Metro Police Department’s Internal Affairs Bureau is investigating an officer involved shooting that took place on April 23rd. This incident happened on the 800 Block of Crittenden Street in Northwest D.C.
According to the MPD, “At approximately 5:57 am, uniformed members of the Fourth District responded to a call for a reported shooting at the listed location. Upon arrival, members located the suspect, armed with a firearm, in front of a residence. The suspect who was dressed in a Special Police Officer uniform, was actively striking the handgun against the doorframe of a residence. Officers voiced numerous commands for the suspect to drop the firearm and the suspect did not comply. The suspect then pointed the handgun towards MPD officers. One MPD officer discharged their service weapon, striking the suspect. MPD members rendered aid to the individual until DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services arrived on scene. After all lifesaving efforts failed, the suspect was pronounced deceased. The officers on scene did not sustain any injuries.”
42 year-old Erica Graham, of Northwest, D.C. was identified as the woman killed.
It was also announced that before the MPD arrived, the suspect shot an adult woman. The victim was brought to the hospital for treatment, and she is expected to recover. Also, it was revealed that Erica Graham was not a Special Police Officer in Washington, DC but was wearing the uniform of one.
The Police Officer involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave, while the case is being investigated. The police is currently are in the process of reviewing the body worn camera footage from this incident.