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Monday, October 19, 2026

National Guard Member, Suspect Wounded in DC Shooting

Gunfire erupted after Guard members intervened in a fight, police stated.

US Politics • 2 hours ago
National Guard Member, Suspect Wounded in DC Shooting

A National Guard member and a suspect were wounded in Washington, D.C., Sunday night after Guard members attempted to de-escalate a fight, according to DC Metropolitan Police Department Interim Police Chief Jeffery Carroll. Three National Guard members reportedly returned fire when a suspect allegedly began shooting during the confrontation.

Authorities stated that two individuals sustained injuries. This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.


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