WASHINGTON, DC — A 29-year-old man was shot and killed in the middle of the afternoon on a Southeast DC street, marking another fatal shooting in the nation’s capital.
The incident occurred around 3:24 p.m. on the 2800 block of 1st Street, Southeast. First responders arrived to find the man unconscious, not breathing, and suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene after life-saving measures failed.
The victim was later identified as Benjamin Mingo, a resident of Northeast DC. His death adds to the growing list of homicides across the city, where gun violence continues to be a persistent issue.
No suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting. Police have not released details about what may have led up to the gunfire.
Investigators are asking anyone with information about the case to contact the department’s tip line. The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction in homicide cases.
Anyone with knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411.
Key Points
- The victim, Benjamin Mingo, 29, was found shot on the 2800 block of 1st Street, Southeast
- Officers responded around 3:24 p.m., but life-saving efforts were unsuccessful
- A $25,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest in the case