MPD Investigating Fatal Northeast Shooting

The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting in Northeast.

On Saturday, August 24, 2024, at approximately 5:39 p.m. officers responded to the 3800 block of Minnesota Avenue, Northeast of the report of a shooting. Once on scene officers located an adult male not conscious and not breathing suffering from apparent gunshot injuries. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment.

On Sunday, August 25, 2024, despite all lifesaving efforts the victim succumbed to his injuries.

The decedent has been identified as 49-year-old Michael Simpson, of Northeast, D.C.

The suspect was captured by a surveillance camera and can be seen in the photos below:

Anyone who has knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department's TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for a homicide committed in the District of Columbia.

CCN: 24130484

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