Document: Teen Arrested for Southwest Shooting

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The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) announced an arrest in connection to a shooting that occurred on Oct. 2, on the 2100 block of Second Street, SW.

According to MPD documents, officers were responding to a call for service when they heard gunshots in the area. Upon arrival, they located two men and a juvenile with gunshot wound injuries. They were transported to local hospitals for treatment. The investigation determined that two parties exchanged gunfire.

On Nov. 8, a 17-year-old male was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon (gun) for his alleged involvement in the shooting. He was also charged with armed carjacking in connection to a May 30 incident.

This is the second arrest made in connection to the shooting.