31-year-old suspect wanted in connection with northwest dc homicide

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A manhunt is underway for a suspect linked to a fatal February shooting in Northwest DC, with detectives appealing to the public for help in locating the individual. The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Orlando Anderson, is wanted in the killing of 32-year-old Jeremy Dewayne Johnson, who was fatally shot on Shepherd Street NW in the early hours of February 12.

Officers responding to gunfire at approximately 2:41 a.m. found Johnson, a resident of Southeast DC, with multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anderson, who has no fixed address, is now wanted on a DC Superior Court warrant for Second Degree Murder while Armed.

Those with information on Anderson’s whereabouts are encouraged to reach out to law enforcement by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting the Department’s tip line at 50411. A reward of up to $25,000 is available for tips leading to an arrest and conviction in this case.

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