Teen Arrested for a Shooting in Northwest [1200 block of North Capitol Street, NW]

Monday, October 23, 2023

The Metropolitan Police Department announces a juvenile male has been arrested in reference to a shooting that occurred in Northwest.

On Friday, June 2, 2023, at approximately 10:58 pm, First District officers responded to the 1200 block of North Capitol Street, NW for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived on the scene and located a juvenile male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

The detectives’ investigation determined a large fight occurred which involved the suspect and the victim. The victim fled from the fight and the suspect chased after the victim. Video footage captured the suspect pointing and shooting a firearm at the victim. The victim was struck by the gunfire.

On Monday, October 23, 2023, pursuant to a DC Superior Court custody order, members of the Carjacking Task Force located and arrested a 15-year-old juvenile male of Northeast, DC. He has been charged with Assault with Intent to Kill (Gun).