Document: Homicide on Alabama Avenue, SE

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The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Oct. 23.

According to a press release, officers found 19-year-old Alvin Barnes suffering from a gunshot wound on the 2200 block of Alabama Avenue, SE. Barnes was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Police are offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to an arrest and conviction in this homicide or any other homicide in DC. Anyone with information is asked to call the police at 202-727-9099. Anonymous information may be submitted to the department’s Text Tip Line — 50411.



10 23 19 Homicide 2200 Block of Alabama Avenue, Southeast (Text)

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