Michael Derricote, Jr., 26, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, was fatally shot in Southeast Washington, D.C., after a shooting on the evening of Friday, April 14, 2017. Gunfire erupted at about 8:05 p.m. in the 3500 block of Stanton Road SE. Police found two men on the ground in front of a residence, both with multiple gunshot wounds; a nearby vehicle had also been struck. Both victims were taken to local hospitals. Derricote was admitted with life-threatening injuries and died on Sunday, April 30, 2017; his death was ruled a homicide on April 31, 2017.

The Metropolitan Police Department opened an active investigation and appealed to the public for help. As of early May 2017 authorities were still seeking the suspect or suspects and no arrests had been announced. If anyone saw the shooting or has information about the people responsible, please contact investigators.