Update from Metro Transit Police:
“We can confirm an MTPD officer was involved in an off-property shooting in which a suspect was struck and sustained what are believed to be non-life-threatening injuries. The officer is not injured, and a weapon has been recovered from the scene.”
From AlertDC:
“MPD reports the 1300 block of Connecticut Avenue, NW, between Dupont Circle and N Street is closed due to police activity. Please use alternate routes and expect delays.”
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From Metro Transit Police:
“Expect a heavy police presence in the 1300 block of Connecticut Ave NW in DC where we are investigating a possible officer-involved shooting.”
A reader reported:
“a man and a women attempted to rob this jewelry store…
hey came out and, apparently, were confronted by a Metro Police office.
The perp pulled a gun.
He was shot in the leg by a police officer.
Apparently they can back in the jewelry store. No one else was hurt.
They have been arrested.
Charges pending.”