Man Found Shot To Death In Northwest DC Alley; Suspect At Large, Police Say

An investigation has been launched after a man was found shot to death in the back of an alley in Northwest DC, the Metropolitan Police Department confirmed.

The body was found in an alley in the 700 block of Lamont Street NW — The body was found in an alley in the 700 block of Lamont Street NW
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Zak Failla

02/26/2024 11:38 a.m.

Shortly after 7:30 p.m. on Sunday night, officers were called to the 700 block of Lamont Street NW to investigate reports of shots fired in the area.

Upon arrival, police say that they found a man suffering from gunshot wounds in a rear alley. He was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders.

The shooting suspect was described as being a slimly built Black man who was wearing a camouflage hooded sweatshirt and dark clothing.

He was last seen fleeing from the alley on Lamont Street. No details about the victim was provided by the police.

The investigation into the shooting is ongoing. This is a developing story. Check Daily Voice for updates.

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