WASHINGTON, DC – Late Sunday night, gunfire claimed the life of a 27-year-old man on a Northwest DC street, leaving police searching for answers.
Around 11:04 p.m., officers responded to the 400 block of New Jersey Avenue, Northwest, for reports of a shooting. They found an adult male, later identified as Akim Toure of Riverdale, Maryland, unconscious and suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
DC Fire and EMS rushed Toure to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead after all lifesaving efforts failed. Detectives are working to determine the circumstances of the shooting.
Authorities are offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible. Tips can be submitted by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting 50411.
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Key Points
- A 27-year-old man was shot and killed late Sunday on New Jersey Avenue, Northwest.
- The victim, Akim Toure of Riverdale, Maryland, was pronounced dead at a hospital.