On the evening of the homecoming celebrations, a shooting near Howard University resulted in at least four people being shot. The incident occurred on the 600 block of Howard Place, prompting a response from the police at approximately 8:23 p.m. Of the injured, one person is in critical condition and another is in serious condition, and seven individuals were treated overall. Authorities have secured the scene and initiated an investigation, while homecoming events continue through the weekend.
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Two 17-year-olds have been arrested and charged as adults with first-degree murder in the shooting death of congressional intern Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, who was killed by stray bullets in Washington DC. The victim, a summer intern for a Kansas Republican congressman, was not the intended target of the gunfire. The suspects, identified as Kelvin Thomas Jr. and Jailen Lucas, were apprehended following an investigation that included surveillance footage. The crime, which occurred near Mount Vernon Square, prompted former President Trump to cite the killing as a reason for deploying national guard troops in the nation’s capital.
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Congressional intern killed in Washington, DC shooting: Officials, is a stark headline that immediately pulls you in, especially considering the context of the nation’s capital. This isn’t just a story about a tragic event; it’s about a young life cut short, a community grappling with violence, and the complexities of our political landscape. The facts are straightforward: Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a 21-year-old, who was interning for Representative Ron Estes, tragically lost his life in a shooting on a Monday night. The incident occurred near 7th and M Street. It’s important to note that he was not the intended target, adding another layer of heartbreak to this already devastating situation.… Continue reading
The US Secret Service shot an armed man outside the White House early Sunday morning. This incident, unfolding in the pre-dawn hours, involved a confrontation between Secret Service officers and an individual who reportedly brandished a firearm. The agency’s statement confirmed that the man was subsequently transported to a local hospital, leaving his condition unclear. Thankfully, no Secret Service personnel were injured in the exchange of gunfire.
The Secret Service had received a tip from local police earlier on Saturday. This tip alerted them to the possibility of a suicidal individual traveling to Washington, D.C. from Indiana. The man’s vehicle was discovered just a block away from the White House, further connecting him to the incident.… Continue reading
Early Tuesday morning, a Secret Service agent protecting Treasury Secretary Yellen’s residence discharged their firearm after a confrontation with occupants of a sedan attempting to open car doors on the street. The incident, currently under investigation by the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department and the U.S. Attorney’s Office, resulted in the suspects fleeing the scene. No injuries were reported. The Secret Service is conducting an internal review.
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