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D.C. Officer Fatally Shoots Man Near Deanwood Metro After Foot Chase

Officers on a joint task force confronted the man following community reports of nearby gunfire.

Overview

  • Police say officers saw a firearm in the man's waistband and he ran when ordered to stop.
  • An officer caught up in the 1200 block of 47th Place NE, where a brief struggle preceded two to three shots.
  • Medical personnel provided aid at the scene, and the man later died from his injuries.
  • Investigators recovered a gun, displayed a photo of it, and say body-worn camera video recorded the encounter.
  • The officer is on administrative leave as MPD and Internal Affairs investigate with an independent review by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, following another fatal police shooting reported Friday.