Law enforcement agencies are actively investigating a drive-by shooting incident that unfolded at the Navy Yard in Washington, DC on Thursday. D.C. Police responded to the scene at 1300 Half St SW following reports of a shooting, prompting heightened security measures in the area, as indicated by the Navy Yard Crime X page.
Preliminary investigations revealed that a suspect in a White Jeep Grand Cherokee, described as a model from 2016-2020 with white rims and tinted windows, fired multiple shots in the vicinity before fleeing the scene. The suspects, identified as three black males dressed in all black and armed with a handgun, swiftly carjacked a vehicle bearing MARYLAND TAGS: 2FD 0820. The suspects’ getaway vehicle was trailed by a dark-colored sedan, possibly a Honda.
The chase led authorities to the northbound side of Missouri Avenue N.W., where the suspects were last seen. Law enforcement agencies are urging the public’s cooperation, requesting any information that may aid in the ongoing investigation. The incident highlights the need for heightened vigilance in the area and underscores the importance of community awareness and support in ensuring public safety.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains on alert, and law enforcement agencies are dedicated to apprehending the suspects responsible for the drive-by shooting at the Navy Yard. Further updates on the investigation will be communicated as more information becomes available.
