An active shooting incident near Logan Circle in Washington, D.C. has resulted in at least five people being injured, according to the D.C. Metro Police. Authorities have informed Fox News Digital that the shooter is no longer considered at large and is currently contained by law enforcement officers.
The D.C. police confirmed the situation through a post, stating, “MPD is on the scene of an ACTIVE SHOOTING in the area of 15th and P Street, Northwest. MPD’s Emergency Response Team is on scene.” They advised citizens to “AVOID THE AREA.”
D.C. Council member Brooke Pinto reported on the platform that the shooting occurred outside of Vida Fitness and that several individuals were injured.
“Shootings at and outside Vida fitness this morning in Logan Circle. Multiple people shot. Do not go to this area. Police looking for suspect,” Pinto mentioned.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) also responded, with its D.C. branch announcing their assistance to the authorities via another post.
This story is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as new information emerges.