Five Shot, Two Arrested Near Howard University During Homecoming Weekend
Five people were shot, and two others were arrested near Howard University’s campus in Washington, D.C., as thousands gathered for homecoming festivities, officials confirmed.
According to the Metropolitan Police Department and D.C. Fire and EMS, the shooting occurred late Saturday night near the campus, where large crowds had gathered to celebrate the university’s annual homecoming weekend. Emergency responders transported multiple victims to nearby hospitals. Their conditions have not yet been released.
Police say two individuals have been taken into custody in connection with the incident, though the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as they work to determine what led to the violence.
The incident has cast a shadow over what is typically a weekend of pride and celebration for Howard students, alumni, and the surrounding community.
Five people were shot, and two others were arrested near Howard University’s campus in Washington, D.C., as thousands gathered for homecoming festivities, officials confirmed.
According to the Metropolitan Police Department and D.C. Fire and EMS, the shooting occurred late Saturday night near the campus, where large crowds had gathered to celebrate the university’s annual homecoming weekend. Emergency responders transported multiple victims to nearby hospitals. Their conditions have not yet been released.
Police say two individuals have been taken into custody in connection with the incident, though the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward as they work to determine what led to the violence.
The incident has cast a shadow over what is typically a weekend of pride and celebration for Howard students, alumni, and the surrounding community.