Document: MPD Investigating Northeast Homicide

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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced their current investigation into a Northeast homicide. On August 28, 2024, around 3:15 p.m, officers discovered an unconscious adult male in the 3200 block of 9th Street, Northeast. The victim, who was declared dead at the scene, was transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner where an autopsy was performed.

Subsequently, it was determined that the cause of death was a gunshot wound, and the manner of death was ruled as homicide. The victim has been identified as 32-year-old Ronald Williams of Northeast, DC.

The MPD appeals to those with knowledge of the incident to contact the police at (202) 727-9099 or send their tips to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The 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.