Man dead after gunfire erupts in DC’s Anacostia neighborhood Friday morning
Man shot and killed in Anacostia, police investigating
A man was shot and killed in Anacostia on Friday morning. FOX 5's Shomari Stone spoke to residents in the neighborhood who say not enough is being done to stop gun violence.
WASHINGTON - A man was killed after gunfire erupted Friday morning in D.C.’s Anacostia neighborhood.
What we know:
The shooting was reported around 11:35 a.m. in the 1900 block of 16th Street in southeast Washington. Officers found the victim unconscious and not breathing, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He died at the scene.
What we don't know:
Police say the investigation is ongoing and no additional details have been released.
What they're saying:
Residents in the area say that gun violence isn't uncommon. One, speaking to FOX 5's Shomari Stone criticized Mayor Muriel Bowser's efforts to curb gun violence in the district.
"It never stops. I'm tired of it. I don't like it, but there's nothing I can do about it," he said. "We had a mayor who said that she was doing something to help Ward Eight. I mean, they're not doing anything about gun violence."
What you can do:
Anyone with information is asked to call 202‑727‑9099 or text 50411.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the Metropolitan Police Department.