via google maps
From Alert DC:
“Shooting at 1258 hrs at 8th and Taylor Street, NW. Lookout for for 2 Hispanic males last seen driving away in a white 2 door car no further lookout
DO NOT TAKE ACTION CALL 911 W/ EVENT #I20180431422”
Update from a reader: “Shooting within the last hour on 8th st NW btw Randolph and Shepherd.”
Update from MPD:
“On July 27, 2018 at approximately 12:55 PM, the victim along with a friend were in front of 3910 8th Street, Northwest. The suspect approached and words were exchanged with the victim and his friend. The suspect then shot the victim with a handgun, striking him on his ankle. The suspect’s injuries are not life threatening.
The shooter ran from the scene. He is described as a Hispanic male, wearing a black T shirt and blue jeans.
The shooter arrived at the scene in in a white 2-door white sedan driven by an unidentified Hispanic male. The car is described as having a flame or lightning bolts design in yellow and black on each door.”
and July 28 update:
“Just wanted to let you all know that this case has been closed with an arrest.
Thank you for all of your confidence and support!”