WASHINGTON, D.C – Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Seventh District have announced the arrest of a suspect in connection with a shooting that occurred on Tuesday in the 3400 block of 13th Street, Southeast.
At around 12:30 am, the suspects forcibly entered an apartment, assaulted and shot the victim, then fled the scene. The victim was taken to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
On Wednesday, 41-year-old Tiaquana Chandler of Southeast, DC, was arrested and charged with Assault with Intent to Kill and Burglary.
Further investigation revealed that the suspect and victim were known to each other. The case remains under investigation, and anyone with information is encouraged to call the police at 202-727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.