A shooting in Northeast Washington, D.C., left one juvenile dead and another critically injured Tuesday afternoon, according to police.
Police said the incident occurred in the 700 block of Kenilworth Avenue NE. Both victims are believed to be juvenile males, approximately 12 and 13 years old. Authorities confirmed that the 13-year-old died from his injuries, while the 12-year-old remains in critical condition. Investigators have not released information on what led up to the shooting. It is not yet known whether a suspect has been identified or taken into custody. The investigation remains active as police continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
D.C. officials have not released the names of the victims, and notifications are pending. The area was secured shortly after the shooting, and no further public safety threats were reported. Community members in the Northeast D.C. neighborhood expressed concern following the incident as authorities continue their work. We will update this story as more information becomes available from law enforcement. Anyone with information is urged to contact D.C. police investigators as the case remains under review. No additional details have been confirmed at this time regarding a possible motive or suspect description by authorities in the case investigation.
