A d. C. Metro police department patrol car.
A D.C. Metro Police Department patrol car.

Two Teens Shot, One Dead in D.C. Shooting

February 5, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A shooting in the Congress Heights neighborhood of Southeast D.C. left a 17-year-old dead and a 16-year-old hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries on Tuesday evening.

The incident occurred shortly before 7 p.m. in the 3500 block of 6th Street, in a parking lot outside the Meadowbrook Run Apartments.

According to investigators, the shooting followed a fight between individuals who were known to each other. The 17-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, while the 16-year-old was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Authorities are offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible.

Anyone with information is urged to call (202) 727-9099 or send anonymous tips via text to 50411.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley

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