In the pre-dawn hours of January 15, 2023, gunfire erupted on the 3200 block of 15th Place SE in Southeast Washington, D.C. Police responding to the scene found two men who had been shot. Both were taken to a nearby hospital, but 34-year-old Renando Griffin died of his injuries.

The Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch has classified the case as a homicide and is investigating. A second adult male was injured; authorities did not widely release details about his condition. Police have asked the public for help and have offered a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction.

No arrests or suspects have been publicly announced and the investigation remains ongoing. If anyone knew Renando or has information about the shooting, please contact the Metropolitan Police Department.