Woman Shot Numerous Times Dead In D.C.

Woman Shot Numerous Times Dead In D.C.
File Photo: Crime Scene Tape, Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A woman lost her life after being shot numerous times in Southeast Washington, D.C., early yesterday morning. The event has prompted an investigation by the Homicide Branch of the D.C. Metro Police Department.

The incident unfolded just after 7:30 a.m. in the 1900 block of Minnesota Avenue, Southeast. Officers, responding to reports of a shooting, discovered a woman suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was taken to a nearby hospital, where she later died.

As of now, the woman’s identity remains undisclosed as investigations continue.

The police urge anyone with information regarding this case to come forward. Contact can be made by calling 202-727-9099. For those wishing to provide information anonymously, texts can be sent to the department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.