WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch is actively investigating a heartbreaking incident that left a young teen dead in Southeast Washington. The victim of the fatal shooting has been identified as 14-year-old Irving Laboard from Northeast D.C.
The shooting happened early on Wednesday morning when officers were dispatched to Fort Dupont Drive following a report of a person down. Upon arrival, they discovered Laboard with gunshot wounds. Despite the immediate response and efforts by DC Fire and EMS, Laboard’s injuries proved fatal.
As the investigation continues, authorities urge anyone with information related to this sorrowful case to come forward. Those who can provide insights are encouraged to contact the police at 202-727-9099 or to share information anonymously through the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411.