A minor boy was shot Tuesday night in Northwest Washington, D.C., and taken to a hospital, where he was reported to be conscious and breathing. Officers found the youth on the 4700 block of Georgia Avenue NW at about 9:10 p.m. Investigators are searching for a suspect and are asking the public for help, warning residents to watch for a sedan with dark-colored tinted windows that may be linked to the case.
Police response and investigation
The Metropolitan Police Department says officers were called to the 4700 block of Georgia Avenue NW around 9:10 p.m. Responding officers discovered a minor who had been shot, then canvassed the surrounding area and collected evidence, according to DC News Now.
Victim's condition and next steps
The boy was described as "conscious and breathing" when medics transported him to a hospital, police told DC News Now. Authorities have not released his identity, and no arrests had been announced at the time of the report.
How to help the investigation
Police are asking anyone with information to contact the Metropolitan Police Department tip line at (202) 727-9099 or text tips to 50411, per MPD. If you witness a crime in progress or need immediate assistance, call 911.
