Illegal fireworks to blame for early morning car fire in Northwest DC, officials say

We now know the cause behind an early morning car fire in Northwest D.C. that sent two men to the hospital. DC Fire and EMS officials tell FOX 5 the use of illegal fireworks is to blame.

Car fire erupts on Connecticut Avenue Northwest
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One person was taken to a local hospital after suffering serious injuries in a car fire in Northwest D.C. early Friday morning.

Police looking to ID 5 people of interest, suspected car for unlawful discharge of a weapon
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Police are looking to identify five people of interest, as well a suspected vehicle after shots were fired in broad daylight in front of a business at the 5400 Block of 5th Street, Northwest.