Man found dead from multiple gunshot wounds in d. C.
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Man Found Dead from Multiple Gunshot Wounds in D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A man was found deceased from gunshot wounds early Wednesday morning in Southeast Washington, sparking an investigation by the D.C. Metro Police Department’s Homicide Branch.

Responding to a call about a person down on Fort Dupont Drive, officers arrived at the scene at approximately 7:19 a.m. Despite efforts by DC Fire and EMS, the victim was pronounced dead after all life-saving measures were unsuccessful.

The identity of the deceased is currently withheld, awaiting notification of next of kin.

Authorities urge anyone with information about this homicide to contact the police at 202-727-9099 or provide anonymous tips via the department’s TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411.

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