22-year-old man shot and killed on knox place

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A deadly shooting Tuesday evening in Southeast D.C. left a young man dead as police work to identify the person responsible, authorities confirmed.

The fatal gunfire erupted around 6:40 p.m. on April 22 in the 2900 block of Knox Place, Southeast. Seventh District officers responding to the scene found an adult male unconscious and not breathing, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

DC Fire and EMS arrived shortly after and attempted lifesaving measures, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

The deceased has been identified as 22-year-old Dar’Juan McRoy of Southeast, D.C.

Investigation continues as reward offered for information

Police have not released details about a possible motive or suspect in the case. The investigation remains active, and detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in providing any information that may lead to an arrest.

The Metropolitan Police Department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for homicides in the District.

Anyone with knowledge of the shooting is urged to contact law enforcement by calling (202) 727-9099 or by texting tips anonymously to 50411.

Key Points

Dar’Juan McRoy, 22, fatally shot Tuesday evening on Knox Place in Southeast D.C.
Victim found unconscious with gunshot wounds; pronounced dead at the scene
$25,000 reward offered for tips leading to an arrest and conviction

Police continue to investigate as the search for the person responsible for McRoy’s killing remains underway.

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