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Update: Two West Virginia National Guard Shot (Status Unknown as of 4pm) “2 rounds of gunshots near Farragut Square around 2:10 pm”

By Prince Of Petworth


I Street, NW next to Farragut North. photo by HQ

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.” (more…)

Update: Berry Bros. & Rudd, “Britain’s original wine and spirits merchant “, Coming! Action at the old Foxtrot space near Farragut Square!!

By Prince Of Petworth


17th and I Street, NW

Updates from EatDC and Penn Quarter Living: “It’s going to be a wine & spirits shop. UK based.” Berry Bros. & Rudd, “Britain’s original wine and spirits merchant”. Stay tuned for an opening date.

Thanks to D. for sending the signage at the old Foxtrot space:

“Something exciting is coming soon…” (more…)

About those lines – Some Foxtrots were clearing out inventory and giving away free stuff, including wine!!

By Prince Of Petworth


1341 14th Street, NW

Thanks to Jan for sending from Logan Circle:

“At foxtrot 14th street people are lining up for free wine. A person in line told me other locations have handed out free stuff. They were also hoping to get some bottles.People were very surprised by the sudden closing. This location hasn’t been open that long, and has just been renovated. Crazy!”

Thanks to Lindsay for sending from Farragut: (more…)

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