WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Internal Affairs Bureau of the Washington, D.C. Metro Police Department is investigating an officer involved shooting that took place on Saturday afternoon in Northwest D.C. The shooting took place on the 200 Block of Madison Street.
According to investigators, “At approximately 4:00 pm, members of the Fourth District responded to the intersection of Georgia Avenue and Longfellow Street, Northwest, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, members located two adult males suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the victims to local hospitals for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Other officers were canvassing the area when information was obtained that a white sedan occupied with three armed suspects were seen hiding weapons. A responding officer located the vehicle and followed the vehicle to the intersection of 2nd Street and Madison Street, Northwest, where the occupants fled from the vehicle. The officer observed one of the suspects armed with a handgun and then the officer discharged their service weapon striking the suspect. DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services responded to the scene and transported the suspect to an area hospital. After all life-saving efforts failed, the suspect succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. The other two occupants fled the scene.”
31-year-old Kevin Hartgraves-Shird of Southeast, D.C. has been identified as the suspect who died from his injury. His gun was recovered from the scene. Pursuant to the Metropolitan Police Department policies, the Officer who was involved has been place on administrative leave while the body worn camera footage is being reviews, and as the investigation continues.
If you have any information about this incident, please call the police at 202-727-9099 or TEXT TIP LINE by sending a text message to 50411.