Man found shot dead on 15th Place in Southeast DC as homicide investigation begins
Washington, DC — A man was shot and killed Saturday night in Southeast DC, where officers found him unresponsive on a residential street after reports of gunfire.
The shooting occurred at approximately 9:43 p.m. on October 18 in the 3200 block of 15th Place, Southeast. Seventh District officers arrived at the scene to find an adult male victim unconscious, not breathing, and suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
DC Fire and EMS personnel responded shortly after but found no signs of life. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
The deceased has been identified as 37-year-old Eric Jones, a resident of Southeast DC.
Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department have launched a homicide investigation and are working to determine what led to the deadly shooting. No suspect information has been released, and the motive remains unknown.
Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact police at (202) 727-9099 or send anonymous tips by texting 50411. The department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in the case.
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Key Points
- 37-year-old Eric Jones shot and killed Saturday night on 15th Place SE
- Officers found the victim unresponsive and he was pronounced dead at the scene
- MPD offering $25,000 reward for information leading to arrest and conviction