Overnight shooting in DC leaves man injured as suspects escape

Overnight shooting in DC leaves man injured as suspects escape

Shooting in Northwest DC sends man to hospital as suspects flee

WASHINGTON, DC — A man was taken to the hospital after an overnight shooting in Northwest D.C., where three suspects fled in a gray car before police arrived early Friday.

The Metropolitan Police Department said officers responded shortly after 3 a.m. on August 22 to the 3000 block of Chain Bridge Road NW. First responders found a man injured at the scene. Hospital staff later determined he had not been shot but was treated for a non-life-threatening injury.

Investigators said three suspects left the area in a gray vehicle before officers got there. A lookout has been issued as the investigation continues.

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Anyone with information is asked to call 202-727-9099 or text MPD at 50411. Tipsters may remain anonymous.

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Key Points

  • Man hospitalized after overnight shooting in Northwest DC
  • Victim not shot but sustained non-life-threatening injury
  • Police searching for three suspects seen leaving in a gray car
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