Fatal shooting in D.C. leaves 33-year-old man dead

Fatal shooting in D.C. leaves 33-year-old man dead
File Photo: Crime Scene Tape, Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC – A 33-year-old man was shot and killed in Southeast D.C. on Thursday night, prompting an active homicide investigation.

At approximately 9:26 p.m. on March 13, officers responded to a business in the 5000 block of Benning Road for a shooting report. Inside, they found Darius Young, of Southeast DC, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

DC Fire and EMS transported Young to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead despite lifesaving efforts. Investigators later determined the shooting took place outdoors in the 5000 block of H Street, Southeast.

Authorities are offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Anyone with tips is urged to call (202) 727-9099 or text 50411.