Man shot dead on Eastern Avenue in nighttime street attack

A deadly burst of gunfire on Eastern Avenue leaves one man dead and a community on edge.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 48-year-old man was killed Saturday night in a fatal shooting on Eastern Avenue in Northeast, the latest in a series of deadly incidents plaguing the District.


Key Points

  • DiCarlo Dickerson, 48, fatally shot Saturday night in Northeast D.C.
  • Victim found unresponsive on 1100 block of Eastern Avenue NE
  • Police offering $25,000 reward for information leading to arrest

The shooting occurred around 9:28 p.m. on the 1100 block of Eastern Avenue NE, where officers arrived to find the victim unconscious and not breathing. After emergency responders attempted lifesaving measures, the man was pronounced dead at the scene.

The decedent was identified as DiCarlo Dickerson, a resident of Northeast, D.C.

Police seek leads in Saturday night homicide

Authorities have not released any information about suspects or possible motives. The area was cordoned off as investigators combed for evidence and conducted interviews with residents.

This marks another fatal shooting in the Sixth District, continuing a trend of violent crime in the area.

Reward offered for tips in ongoing investigation

The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in the case. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting 50411.