Details of the Logan Circle incident
According to media reports, the shooting began inside the Vida Fitness center building, where one person was wounded. The suspect then went outside and began firing indiscriminately, including toward a multi-level parking garage. Police are characterizing the situation as "active," meaning the situation is still developing on the scene.
Casualty data
An emergency response team from the metropolitan police department is on the scene. The area is cordoned off by dozens of patrol cars, and police helicopters are circling overhead. According to preliminary data, the suspect is a white male of heavy build who, according to police, acted alone.
Context
The events unfolded in Logan Circle, a prestigious and busy area of central Washington popular with tourists. The scene is located approximately 1.5 kilometers from the White House, the residence of the U.S. President.
What we know
- at least 4 injured
- shooting began at Vida Fitness center
- suspect is a white male of heavy build
- police believe the shooter acted alone
What is not yet known
- identities of the injured
- condition of the injured
- perpetrator's motives
