The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced an investigation into an officer-involved shooting on Newton Place, NW, on June 14. During a domestic disturbance response, 43-year-old, Nashell Sowells allegedly brandished a firearm and was subsequently arrested after an officer discharged their weapon without causing injury. Sowells faces charges including Possession of an Unregistered Firearm and Simple Assault. The involved officer is on administrative leave, and the incident is under review by the Internal Affairs Bureau and the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
