After months of investigation, the Metropolitan Police Department reported an arrest tied to a 2023 shooting in Southeast, Washington D.C. The incident, which claimed the life of 28-year-old Kenneth Barksdale Jr., unfolded on December 16, 2023, reportedly leaving him with fatal gunshot wounds. Despite the quick response of officers after the incident was flagged at around 8:07 p.m., the victim succumbed to his injuries after being rushed to a local healthcare facility.
In what marks a significant development in the case, D’Andre Montgomery, an 18-year-old resident of Southeast, D.C., was detained by the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force. Montgomery was apprehended on July 31, and faces charges of First Degree Murder While Armed-Felony Murder, this, according to an arrest warrant issued by the DC Superior Court. Officials transported him to the Homicide Branch following his capture.
The tragic event that occurred in the 1200 block of 44th Place, Southeast, has stirred dialogue within the community about gun violence and public safety. The aftermath has seen police and investigators dedicating time and resources to understand the events that led to the incident, navigating through a complex web of leads and evidence before pinpointing a suspect.
The Metropolitan Police Department's news release highlighted the dedicated efforts by the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force in tracking down Montgomery.
