DC Police Hunt Suspects in Weekend Violence Killing 13-Year-Old

DC police are searching for suspects after a weekend shooting in Northeast Washington that killed 13-year-old Ahmad Mims and injured multiple others near Howard University.

The incidents unfolded over the past several days in the city and come at a time when local officials face pressure to curb gun violence amid ongoing federal workforce changes under the Trump administration and efficiency measures tied to DOGE that affect neighborhoods across the District.

Shooting and Other Cases

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run crash on I-295 in Southeast DC, with police searching for a green SUV involved in the incident. A man was found stabbed to death inside a building in Northwest DC past midnight, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. These cases follow the pattern of violence reported in multiple areas of the city this week.

Officers from the Metropolitan Police Department responded to the Northeast shooting near Howard University after reports of gunfire. The victim, Ahmad Mims, was 13 years old. Additional people suffered injuries at the scene. Police continue to look for those responsible in all three cases.

Curfew Zone Announced

DC police announced a weekend youth curfew zone near RFK Stadium as part of efforts to address recent gun violence. The measure targets areas with recent incidents and applies during overnight hours. Residents in Northeast, Southeast and Northwest sections of the city have seen increased patrols in response.

Investigators are reviewing evidence from the I-295 crash and the Northwest stabbing. The green SUV remains at large in the hit-and-run. No arrests have been reported in any of the cases so far. People who witnessed any of the events are asked to contact the Metropolitan Police Department through its public tip line.