Arrest Made in Gun Assault on Minnesota Ave., SE

DC Metropolitan Police

Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Sixth District announce an arrest has been made in reference to an Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun) offense that occurred on Saturday, February 4, 2023, in the 1800 Block of Minnesota Avenue, Southeast.

At approximately 4:47 am, the suspect and victim were involved in an argument at the listed location. During the argument the suspect brandished a weapon and shot in the direction of the victim. The suspect fled the scene. There were no injuries reported.

On Saturday, February 4, 2023, 28-year-old Maurice Douglas of Southeast, DC, was arrest and charged with Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Gun). A firearm was recovered at the time of his arrest. He has also been charged with Carrying a Pistol Without a License.

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