Two arrests made following school shooting incident in washington, d. C.

Two Arrests Made Following School Shooting Incident in Washington, D.C.

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May 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC – The Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District has made two arrests in connection to a shooting at Dunbar High School in Northwest. The incident occurred on Friday, at approximately 9:55 AM in the 100 block of N Street.

Officers responding to the scene found a juvenile female victim inside the school, suffering from a graze wound. She was subsequently transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The investigation led to the arrest of 18-year-old Zaharia Graves and a 17-year-old juvenile male, both from Northeast, DC. They face charges of Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, Carrying a Pistol without a License, and Endangerment with a Firearm.

The case is still under investigation. Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to contact the police at (202) 727-9099 or send a tip via text to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department offers a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in a violent crime in the district.

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