A teen was shot at around 7.30pm Sunday near the Anacostia Metro Station in Southeast. He was later rushed to the hospital in a conscious state, according to local police.
The incident took place at the 7500 block of Sayles Place Southeast, investigators said. Police are looking for three juveniles, wearing all black, who are suspected to be involved in the shooting.
The investigators have urged anyone with useful information on the suspects to call local police.
71 of 100+ murders in DC east of Anacostia River/17 victims < 19 years old. This should not happen in our nation's capital or anywhere #RememberTaquann Teen remembered for his dedication to staying out of trouble is shot to death in D.C. https://t.co/C6cxWsJ70o
— Shanlon Wu (@shanlonwu) September 19, 2018