WASHINGTON, D.C. – A section of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE became the site of two separate shootings on Monday evening, leaving three people injured in incidents just a block apart.
First Shooting: Teen Wounded
The first gunfire erupted around 5 p.m. in the 2700 block of MLK Avenue, where police say a teenage boy was struck by gunfire. He was transported to the hospital by private means before emergency crews arrived. Detectives began canvassing the scene shortly after the shooting, gathering evidence and speaking with witnesses.
Second Shooting: Two Men Shot
While investigators were still on scene, a second shooting broke out less than two hours later, around 6:30 p.m., near the 2900 block of MLK Avenue. Officers responding to the area found two adult men suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were treated on scene before being taken to nearby hospitals.
Victims in Stable Condition
According to police, all three victims—the teenager from the first incident and the two men from the second—were last reported conscious and breathing. Authorities have not released their identities or further details about their conditions.
Ongoing Investigation
At this time, no arrests have been made, and police have not confirmed whether the two shootings are connected. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses and asking anyone with information to come forward.
The shootings occurred along a busy corridor of MLK Avenue SE, alarming residents and business owners who witnessed the heavy police response.
Community Concerns
The back-to-back violence has renewed concerns about gun crime in the neighborhood. Residents say the shootings highlight the urgent need for both increased policing and community-based solutions.
Police are urging the public to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity. Tips can be provided to the Metropolitan Police Department anonymously through their tip line.
Key Points
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A teenager and two men were shot within 90 minutes Monday evening on MLK Avenue SE.
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The shootings occurred just a block apart, in the 2700 and 2900 blocks.
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All three victims were last reported conscious and breathing.
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No suspects have been identified, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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