A Wednesday afternoon in Southeast Washington turned into a crime scene when a man and a woman were found shot in the 1600 block of Savannah Street SE, authorities said. Officers arrived just before 2 p.m. and discovered the two victims, who were then taken by D.C. Fire and EMS to a nearby hospital. Police reported that both were conscious and breathing when medics left the scene.
What Police Say Happened
According to WJLA, which cited the Metropolitan Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire and found a man and a woman suffering from gunshot wounds. The outlet reports the shooting unfolded just before 2 p.m. in the 1600 block of Savannah Street SE and notes that there was no lookout information available at the time. Police asked anyone with tips to call 202-727-9099 or text the department’s tip line at 50411.
Savannah Street’s Troubling Track Record
The same stretch of Savannah Street has seen deadly violence before. A 2020 homicide occurred in the 1600 block, according to a Metropolitan Police Department public release (MPD). In another incident, an April 2026 MPD release states that detectives located an additional victim near 23rd Street and Savannah during a separate homicide investigation, highlighting repeated violent episodes in the corridor (MPD).
Investigation Still Active
As of Wednesday evening, there were no reported arrests and police had not released any suspect descriptions, WJLA reports. Officers continue to investigate and are asking anyone with information to contact the Metropolitan Police Department tip line at 202-727-9099 or to text 50411. This story will be updated as MPD releases additional details.
