A confrontation that began with a heated argument on a Northeast D.C. street ended with shots fired and a damaged vehicle—and weeks later, police have taken a suspect into custody.
The shooting took place on Saturday, April 19, around 6:43 p.m., after a dispute between two men escalated into violence near 57th Place. One of the men, now identified as the suspect, reportedly made derogatory remarks during the confrontation, which quickly turned physical. During the fight, the suspect pulled a firearm and opened fire. A second individual also shot at the victim.
No injuries were reported, though the victim’s vehicle was struck by bullets. Police launched an investigation immediately after the incident and began working to identify those involved.
Nearly two weeks later, on Saturday, May 3, 30-year-old Issac Rogers was arrested in connection with a separate incident. During processing, investigators determined he was also connected to the 57th Place shooting. Rogers has since been charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun).
The incident is currently being investigated as potentially motivated by hate or bias, though that designation may change as the case progresses.
Authorities probe motive as shooting suspect faces charges
Law enforcement officials clarified that while the Metropolitan Police Department may classify a case as a hate crime, that does not mean it will be prosecuted as such unless the U.S. Attorney’s Office makes that determination.
The case remains active, and detectives are working to identify any other individuals who may have been involved. The identity of the second suspect who also fired a weapon has not been publicly released.
The shooting resulted in property damage but no physical injuries, a fact authorities say could have been much worse given the nature of the attack. Investigators have not confirmed what led to the verbal dispute or what the derogatory remarks entailed.
MPD is asking anyone with information related to this case to come forward by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting 50411. A reward of up to $10,000 remains in place for information leading to an arrest and conviction in any violent crime committed in the District.