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D.C. Witness Staff
- January 18, 2020
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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced an arrest has been made in connection to a non-fatal shooting incident that occurred Jan. 17 on the 900 block of Wahler Place, SE.
According to MPD documents, officers responded to the location for the report of a shooting. When they arrived, they were notified two juvenile male victims had sought treatment at a local hospital for gunshot wounds. Additionally, a dog was recovered inside the residence with gunshot wound injuries. The dog was transported to a local emergency veterinary hospital for treatment.
The investigation of the scene revealed the offense was the result of a dispute between known parties. The victim and the dog were inside the residence when multiple shots were fired from outside.
On Jan. 17, officers arrested and charged 18-year-old Robert Brown with assault with a dangerous weapon.
The case remains under investigation.