Herbert Jones, 51, was found shot to death on the morning of Monday, September 2, 2024. Police responded at approximately 6:42 a.m. to a report of a man down in the 5100 block of Sheriff Road NE and discovered Jones unconscious with a gunshot wound; he was pronounced dead at the scene. The Metropolitan Police Department has opened a homicide investigation but has not released a motive or identified any suspects.

Investigators have been canvassing the neighborhood and a reward of up to $25,000 has been offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction. Jones was a Northeast D.C. resident, and his death is listed in the National Gun Violence Memorial. Anyone with information is asked to call 727-9099 or text the department’s tip line at 50411.