Washington, D.C
Overnight DC shootings: 3 shot, 1 dead in less than 6 hours
WASHINGTON – Another night of gun violence in Washington, D.C. left three people wounded and one dead over the span of six hours.
Here are the details of each shooting:
4100 block of Hunt Place NE | 11:15PM
Police responded to the area of 4100 block of Hunt Place. Upon arrival, there was an adult man conscious and breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds.
According to police, the suspect is described as a young aged Black man, with a light complexion, wearing a ski mask, and a black jacket.
1200 block of Raum Street NE | 1:18AM
Police responded to the area of 1200 block of Raum Street after reports of a shooting around 1:18 a.m.
One adult man was found at the scene conscious and breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds.
Investigators are looking for a four-door white Kia.
2500 Block of New York Avenue NW | 3:26AM
Officers were called to the scene at a local hospital for a walk-in shooting victim at 3:26 a.m.
According to officers, the victim is an adult male, conscious and breathing, suffering from a gunshot wound. No word on potential suspects.
Stanton Road and Mississippi Avenue SE | 4:12AM
Police were called to the area Stanton and Mississippi Avenue to investigate reports of a shooting.
According to the police, a vehicle was discovered partially parked on the sidewalk at the intersection of Stanton Road and Mississippi Avenue, Southeast.
The officer approached the vehicle and discovered an adult male unconscious and not breathing, suffering from gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS were called to the scene, and after finding no signs consistent with life, the victim was pronounced dead on scene.
The decedent has been identified as 35-year-old Christian Elsberry of Clinton, Md.
Police say this is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with any information on the above shootings is asked to contact the Metropolitan Police Department.
This all comes just days after multiple shootings in D.C. that left seven people wounded, and two dead in less than five hours.
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Republican lawmakers urge DC leaders to clear growing GWU protest encampment
WASHINGTON – On Wednesday, members of Congress visited the George Washington University campus to observe the pro-Palestinian protest firsthand.
The Republican lawmakers are calling on D.C. leaders to clear the encampment.
Last Thursday, when the protest began at GWU, there were about two dozen tents on a portion of the University Yard – and nearly a week later – over a hundred tents covered the entire area, spilling over onto H Street — forcing police to block off a section of the road.
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) uses a bullhorn to be heard over the crowd noise during a press conference at the George Washington University Gaza encampment, Washington, DC, May 1, 2024. Hundreds of students opposed to the far-right Republicans who visi
FOX 5 asked organizers when they plan on leaving, and they said they’ll go when their demands are met.
Pro-Palestinian supporters want immediate disclosure of all investments and endowments of the university, and divestment of all funds related to Israel and academic partnerships.
Across the country, there have been similar demonstrations at several universities, with some turning violent – students and police clashing – leading to arrests.
Since the beginning of this demonstration, leaders at GWU stated that the encampment was unauthorized.
Rep. Byron Donalds (R-FL) speaks with reporters as he and other far-right Republican members of the House Oversight Committee visit the George Washington University Gaza encampment, Washington, DC, May 1, 2024. GWU students established the camp the p
Republican members of the House Oversight Committee stopped by the yard Wednesday to check out the demonstration.
“You’re not allowed to camp out on the lawn of the university, said Rep. Byron Donalds, one of the Republican members of the House Oversight Committee who stopped by the yard Wednesday to check out the demonstration. “The president has asked for the encampment to be disbursed. That is trespassing. Now Muriel Bowser needs to step up and support GWU.”
According to reports, GWU asked the Metropolitan Police Department for assistance to take down the encampment last week, but Mayor Bowser denied the request.
D.C. Council Chair Phil Mendelson told FOX 5 on his way to the encampment, that he didn’t have any information regarding the mayor’s actions.
“What public safety leaders have learned over the years is that it’s important to handle this kind of protest carefully, so it doesn’t escalate,” Mendelson said.
A Washington, DC, police officer stands on duty at a Gaza solidarity encampment at George Washington University, Washington, DC, April, 29, 2024. GWU students have maintained the encampment for four days in conjunction with other DC-area universities
Across from the yard filled with tents are pro-Israel supporters holding the Israeli flag.
“If you look at Jewish history, 6 million of us died in Europe, and it’s sad to see the signs here that say ‘Jews should go back to Europe’ which is their homeland,” said Gabe Mahfar, a GWU freshman.
“I need to be here to support my people. It’s as simple as that,” added Matt Engel, another pro-Israel supporter.
In a statement sent to FOX 5, the Metropolitan Police Department spokesperson said, “MPD regularly supports peaceful First Amendment activities through the District of Columbia. MPD does not comment on operational tactics and procedures. The George Washington University Police Department has the lead in the response to First Amendment demonstrations occurring on GWU grounds. Since Thursday, MPD has stood in support of its response. Demonstrations are also occurring on public spaces adjacent to the university. MPD will continue to monitor this First Amendment activity, both on and off GWU property. This activity has remained peaceful.”
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Marcel’s, a D.C. fine-dining mainstay, to close after 25 years
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Wiedmaier told The Washington Post that he had been prepared to negotiate a new 10-year lease, but he said the building’s new landlord wouldn’t negotiate better terms — something he said needed to happen to reflect the tough climate restaurants are facing. According to a statement Wiedmaier posted on the restaurant’s website, its last day of service will be May 12.
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