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Five Men Injured in Late-Night Shooting Near D.C. Convention Center as Police Search for Multiple Suspects

Detectives say the attack appears targeted.

Overview

  • Officers responded around 9 p.m. to 5th and N Streets NW, about two blocks from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center.
  • Three victims were found at the scene conscious and breathing, and two more reached hospitals on their own with similar gunshot wounds.
  • Police said all five men suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were transported for treatment.
  • Investigators are looking for multiple suspects who fled in a dark four-door sedan, described as a black Honda Accord with D.C. tags last seen in the 1200 block of 5th Street NW.
  • The department updated its alert from four to five victims and asked anyone with information to call 202-727-9099 or text 50411 as the investigation continues.