D.C. police are responding to reports of an officer-involved shooting in the southeast part of Washington.
The shooting was reported around 6 a.m. in the 400 block of M Street, near Navy Yard, according to FOX 5 DC.
Metropolitan Police confirmed a Housing Authority officer was shot and that officers are searching for a suspect.
“Please shelter in place, stay inside your homes, and ensure doors are locked and secure. If you see or hear anything suspicious, call 911,” the police department told residents.
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D.C. police responded to reports of an officer-involved shooting in Navy Yard on Thursday morning, Feb. 29/2024. Roads in the area were closed as officers investigate. (FOX 5 DC)
Police closed roads and asked residents to avoid the area as officers investigate.
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A media staging area is being set up at 4th and L Streets SE to provide updates on the active situation.
Fox News has reached out to the Metropolitan Police Department for additional comment.
This is a developing story and will be updated.