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Police Searching For Suspect In Thursday’s Fatal Shooting

Saturday, February 1, 2025, 7:00 A.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

WASHINGTON, DC.- The Metropolitan Police Department is continuing the investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a 55-year-old man, who was gunned down Thursday night in Northwest, D.C.

     According to D.C. Metropolitan Police Chief Pamela A. Smith, on Thursday, January 30, 2025, shortly after 9:30 p.m., members of the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department’s Third District responded to reports of gunfire on the 400 Block of N Street in Northwest, D.C.

     Upon arrival, Police Officers found a man, later identified as Steven Wilson, 55, of Northeast, D.C., on the ground, unresponsive from multiple gunshot wounds. Mr. Wilson was immediately transported by D.C. Fire and Emergency Medical Services to a nearby hospital, where, despite life-saving efforts by hospital staff, Mr. Wilson succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased a short time later.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made as Police continue the search for the suspect and a motive for the shooting.

     Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to contact the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. All calls and texts will be kept confidential.

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