The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is investigating a homicide that took place in Southeast Washington, D.C. on Friday night. The shooting was reported around 10:50 p.m. in the 1900 block of 18th Street, where officers found an adult male unconscious and not breathing.
According to police, the victim, identified as 20-year-old Javon Graves of Southeast D.C., suffered from apparent gunshot wounds. Emergency medical personnel from DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene but pronounced Graves dead upon arrival, as there were no signs of life.
The MPD is urging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact them directly. Those with details are encouraged to call the police at (202) 727-9099 or to send a text tip to the Department’s TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The department is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the homicide.
As the investigation continues, the MPD has not released any further details about potential suspects or motives in the case. Local residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity in the area.
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