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Argument over EV charger ends in gunfire and arrest in DC

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June 6, 2025
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WASHINGTON, D.C. — A dispute over an electric vehicle charging cable escalated into gunfire Tuesday afternoon in Northeast, ending with a barricade and the arrest of a 46-year-old man, police confirmed Thursday.

The incident occurred just after 3 p.m. in the 2600 block of 10th Street NE. According to police, an argument between the suspect and the victim turned violent when the suspect drew a firearm and shot the victim. The injured individual was taken to a local hospital by DC Fire and EMS and is expected to recover.

Police used surveillance and technology from MPD’s Real Time Crime Center to locate the suspect’s vehicle, leading them to a home in the 1000 block of Bryant Place NE. Officers declared a barricade at the location and called in the Emergency Response Team.

After several hours of negotiation, the suspect surrendered peacefully and was taken into custody.

Suspect faces multiple charges after Northeast shooting

The suspect, identified as Ato Ocran of Northeast DC, has been charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun), Destruction of Property, and Possession of an Unregistered Firearm.

The incident remains under investigation.

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