WASHINGTON, D.C. – A routine arrest turned violent in Washington, D.C. this Wednesday as three Metropolitan Police Department officers were shot by a suspect who remains barricaded in his home. The officers were attempting to serve an arrest warrant for animal cruelty charges when the suspect opened fire.
The incident, which took place on Hanna Place in the city’s southeastern region, has led to an ongoing standoff with the suspect, who continues to fire shots from within his residence. Police Chief Pamela Smith confirmed the details of the situation.
The injured officers have been transported to a local hospital for treatment. Their gunshot wounds, thankfully, are not considered life-threatening. A fourth officer, injured but not shot during the incident, has also been taken to the hospital.
The immediate area surrounding the incident has been closed off, with several roads blocked. Alert status has been issued for three nearby elementary schools as a precautionary measure.
The Metropolitan Police Department has significantly increased its presence in the area and is urging the public to steer clear of the vicinity for their safety. As this remains an active situation, updates will follow as more information becomes available.