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Metropolitan Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in Southeast Washington, DC, Victim Identified as 29-Year-Old Resident

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Published on March 28, 2025
Metropolitan Police Investigate Fatal Shooting in Southeast Washington, DC, Victim Identified as 29-Year-Old ResidentSource: Google Street View

The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in Southeast Washington, DC. Officers responded to a call on Thursday, at 3:24 p.m. in the 2800 block of 1st Street, Southeast, according to the Metropolitan Police Department.

A 29-year-old man, Benjamin Mingo, was found with a gunshot wound and later pronounced dead. Police identified him as a resident of Northeast. The Metropolitan Police Department released a report on the incident.

The Metropolitan Police Department is seeking public assistance in an ongoing homicide investigation and is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Tips can be submitted by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department will provide updates as the investigation continues.