DC police swarm Washington Highlands neighborhood after shooting

WASHINGTON (7News) — Police are investigating the fatal shooting in Southeast Washington, D.C. that left a 14-year-old girl dead around 6:54 p.m., authorities said Saturday.

According to sources, kids found a gun while exploring and shot the girl in the head while they were playing with it

7News has a crew on the scene, reporting a major police presence in the area.

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A press conference is forthcoming, and this story will be updated as information becomes available.

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So far, the Metropolitan Police Department said that officers are conducting a shooting investigation in the 900 block of Barnaby Street, in the Washington Highlands neighborhood.

In a social media post, the department said, “Alert: Shooting investigation in the 900 block of Barnaby Street, SE.”

Officials did not immediately release information about any victims, potential suspects, or the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Police urged anyone with information about the incident to contact investigators at 202-727-9099 or submit anonymous tips by texting 50411.

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The department said a public information officer was en route to the scene. The investigation remains ongoing.