I Street, NW next to Farragut North. photo by HQ
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Update from Governor Patrick Morrisey: “We are now receiving conflicting reports about the condition of our two Guard members and will provide additional updates once we receive more complete information.
Our prayers are with these brave service members, their families, and the entire Guard community.”
Update 3:59pm: Governor Patrick Morrisey
“It is with great sorrow that we can confirm both members of the West Virginia National Guard who were shot earlier today in Washington, DC have passed away from their injuries. These brave West Virginians lost their lives in the service of their country. We are in ongoing contact with federal officials as the investigation continues.
Our entire state grieves with their families, their loved ones, and the Guard community. West Virginia will never forget their service or their sacrifice, and we will demand full accountability for this horrific act.”
3pm – “UPDATE: The scene is secured. One suspect is in custody.”
A reader reports at 2:21pm:
“Just heard 2 rounds of gunshots right off of Farragut square around 10 mins ago. Cop cars are arriving to and blocking off the intersection of 17th and I street, near Farragut west metro.”
Another reader reports: “5 gunshot. 3 then 2.”
MPD reports: “Critical Incident: MPD is on the scene of a shooting at 17th and I Street, NW. Please avoid the area. Updates to come.”
“MPD reports the following road closures due to police activity:
-700-800 blocks of 17th Street NW, between I Street and Pennsylvania Avenue
-700-800 blocks of 18th Street, NW, between I Street and Pennsylvania Avenue”
“MPD reports the following additional road closures:
– 800 block of Connecticut Avenue, NW, between H and I Streets
– 1600-1700 blocks of K Street, NW, between 18th and 16th Streets”
“MPD reports the following road closure due to police activity:
– 700-800 blocks of 17th Street, NW, between I Street and Pennsylvania Avenue
– 700-800 blocks of 18th Street, NW, between I Street and Pennsylvania Avenue”
Updates as more is learned.