Document: MPD Investigating Fatal Northeast Shooting

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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced it is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Northeast on Monday, Sept. 2.

The incident occurred at approximately 1:19 a.m. when officers responded to reports of gunshots in the 2800 block of 7th Street, Northeast. Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered a male victim with gunshot wounds who was subsequently pronounced dead.

The MPD formally identified the victim as 46-year-old Townsend Reginald Sowell of Northeast.

In their call for assistance from the public, MPD urged anyone with information regarding the shooting to contact them at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to the department at 50411. The MPD currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 for information, provided it leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for any homicide committed in the District of Columbia.

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