WASHINGTON — Police are investigating after three people were shot at a D.C. restaurant Monday night. So far, one person has been arrested.
According to a spokesperson with the Metropolitan Police Department, officers were called to the 2100 block of 2nd Street SW near The Point D.C., an American and fusion seafood restaurant, for reports of a shooting around 8:30 p.m. The restaurant is known as a key social spot for D.C. politicians. It also sits below an apartment building.
Three people were injured in the shooting. Those victims have only been identified as two men and 16-year-old boy. All three were conscious and breathing when they were taken to an area hospital for help.
Police say the three gunshot victims were found in two separate locations. The two men were found at the scene but the teenager was found near the 1200 block of Delaware Avenue Southwest. Two of the victims are said to have serious injuries.
An incident report said two parties exchanged gunfire in the area of the restaurant.
Neighbors in the area are concerned for their safety. For the shooting to happen on a Monday night at such a popular restaurant is alarming.
"I'm from Caracas, Venezuela, which is one of the most dangerous countries in the world," said Manuel Perez. "I don't feel safe. So you can understand how bad this situation is."
Another neighbor, who only wanted to be identified as Jay, lives above the restaurant where the shooting happened. He said he was shocked to come outside to a crime scene.
"I just started hearing pop pop! Pop pop pop pop pop! I'm thinking OK something happened over there. But then I heard a car just skrrt off," Jay said
Detectives are on the lookout for a gray Audi with five people wearing black ski masks inside. Investigators say one person has been arrested, but did not offer further details.
Police have not said anything regarding possible motives.
DC Councilman Charles Allen said in a tweet that the shooting appears to be "highly targeted," with several injured and all expected to survive.
According to DC Crime Stats, violent crime is up 39% compared to the same time in 2022. Anyone with information may contact detectives at (202) 727-9099 or text the department's tip line at 50411.
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