On the afternoon of Friday, October 25, 2024, gunfire erupted in the 2800 block of Langston Place SE in Washington, D.C. Officers from the Seventh District and DC Fire and Emergency Medical Services found two people with gunshot wounds at about 4:16 p.m. One victim was 16-year-old Darren Johnson of Southeast, D.C.; he was transported to a hospital but later died of his injuries. An adult male was also taken to a hospital and was reported in critical condition.

Police say officers had been tending to a man shot in the 2700 block of Langston Place SE when additional shots were heard and they moved to the 2800 block, where Johnson was found. Investigators describe a suspect as a Black male last seen running on foot, wearing all-black clothing with white writing on the back. The Metropolitan Police Department is asking the public for information and has authorized a reward of up to $25,000 for tips leading to an arrest and conviction.

If anyone saw activity in the 2700–2800 blocks of Langston Place SE that afternoon or has information about the suspect, please contact the Metropolitan Police Department with what was observed.