This is a developing story.
A member of the U.S. Park Police has just been shot in Southeast Washington, D.C.
He has been transported to a hospital, where he is in critical condition.
Here’s some footage from the scene:
🚨🇺🇸BREAKING: A US Park Police officer was shot with a rifle in Southeast DC tonight.
Critical condition, airlifted by helicopter.
Massive police response, roads shut down.pic.twitter.com/E7riJQJFu1
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) March 24, 2026
FBI Director Kash Patel issued a brief statement:
Praying for the Park Police officer shot in Washington, D.C. The FBI is actively supporting the investigation alongside our law enforcement partners and will bring those responsible to justice.
We will provide updates as we are able – please keep the officer and their family in…
— FBI Director Kash Patel (@FBIDirectorKash) March 24, 2026
Police are currently investigating the incident, and some roads have been shut down.
At this time, no information on the suspect has been released.
Fox 5 DC has the latest update:
The incident occurred in the 5000 block of Queens Stroll Place SE. Officials say the officer was transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition.
Police have issued multiple road closures in connection with the investigation Monday evening. The affected areas include the 5000 through 5100 block of Queens Stroll Place SE, the 5000 block of Benning Road SE from H Street to Southern Avenue SE, and the 4600 block of Hillside Road SE from Benning Road to 46th Street SE. Officials say there is no vehicular or pedestrian traffic allowed in these areas, and the public is urged to avoid the scene and follow police directions. Closures remain subject to change.
A heavy law enforcement presence remains in the area as investigators work to determine what led to the shooting.
We’ll continue to bring you any further updates as they come in.
In the meantime, please pray for this officer and his loved ones.
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