Document: MPD Investigating Officer Involved Shooting in Northwest

By D.C. Witness Staff - December 20, 2023
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The Force Investigation Team at the Metropolitan Police Department’s (MPD) Internal Affairs Bureau is investigating an MPD officer involved shooting that occurred on Dec. 18 on the 900 block of F Street, NW.

According to MPD documents, officers working a proactive high visibility patrol detail attempted to conduct an investigatory stop on a man at the location. As officers exited their vehicle and attempted to stop the man, he took off running. Officers ran after the individual, and, while running, the man displayed a firearm.

One officer discharged a round, striking the individual. Medics were immediately called to the scene and officers provided medical aid until paramedics from DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) arrived.

The man was identified as 27-year-old Corey Darnell Branch, and was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

He was later arrested and charged with assault on a police officer, possession of a controlled substance, and six additional firearms related charges, including unlawful possession and carrying a pistol without a license.

The MPD member involved has been placed on administrative leave, and body-worn camera footage will be released.