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MPD Investigates Fatal Shooting in Northeast, $25K Reward Offered for Information on Victim's Death

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Published on July 01, 2024
MPD Investigates Fatal Shooting in Northeast, $25K Reward Offered for Information on Victim's DeathSource: Unsplash / Max Fleischmann

A fatal shooting in Northeast is currently under investigation by the Metropolitan Police Department, following an incident that left a 45-year-old man deceased inside a residence last Saturday.

Police officers were called to the 1800 block of Providence Street, Northeast, around 1:30 p.m. on June 29 after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they discovered Michael Sturgent Morris, the victim, who was pronounced dead at the scene, according to an MPD press release.

The Metropolitan Police has appealed to the public for assistance regarding the incident, urging anyone with information to come forward. In an effort to encourage tips, the department has mentioned that there is a reward of up to $25,000 available for details that could lead to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the violent crime.

Authorities are asking witnesses or anyone with knowledge of the crime to refrain from taking independent actions and instead, immediately contact the police at (202) 727-9099. Alternatively, tips can be texted to the Department's dedicated TEXT TIP LINE at 50411, the press release outlines the process for concerned citizens to share what they know about the unfortunate event.