A drive-by shooting near Nationals Park in Southwest D.C. resulted in two fatalities and injuries to two others. The incident occurred just after 11:45 a.m., with shots fired from a vehicle at four individuals standing outside a corner store near the 1300 block of Half Street, approximately two blocks from Nationals Park. D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith provided details at a news conference, stating that a woman was pronounced dead at the scene, and three men were hospitalized. Unfortunately, one of the men succumbed to his injuries, while the other two remain in critical condition.
Police are actively searching for a white Jeep Cherokee with a sunroof, white rims, tinted windows, and Maryland license plate 2FD0820, believed to be involved in the shooting. The driver, reportedly wearing white gloves, is wanted in connection with an armed carjacking in the 4th District on the previous night. The vehicle is considered a key element in the ongoing investigation, although no suspects have been publicly identified.
Residents in the area reported being shaken by the sound of gunshots, with one witness describing the incident as resembling a “combat zone.” Despite occasional incidents of gunshots in the neighborhood, this event stood out, and residents hope for the well-being of the victims. The police are urging anyone with information to contact them at 202-727-9099.
The incident underscores the challenges posed by gun violence in certain areas, with concerns about public safety and the need for collaborative efforts to address crime in the community. The investigation is ongoing, and law enforcement is actively seeking leads to apprehend those responsible for the drive-by shooting near Nationals Park.