WASHINGTON — Police are investigating after three men were shot in Southwest D.C. Wednesday afternoon.
According to a spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police Department, officers were called to the 100 block of Atlantic Street SW just after 5:30 p.m.
When officers arrived, they learned three men had been shot. One of the men was not conscious or breathing when help arrived. The second victim was awake and breathing and the third victim was able to walk to a nearby firehouse.
Neighbors telling WUSA9 that they heard what sounded like thirty shots fired in the Bellevue neighborhood, with some residents saying they ran outside to make sure their loved one were not the victims.
For hours, detectives assessed the scene that was scattered with shoes and even toys. Investigators focused their efforts on the sidewalk that had over 25 crime markers. Residents say it's an area where neighbors tend to congregate.
"We are seeing this far too often in our community. This is usually a quiet block, now all around here I can't say. A lot of older guys here, not involved. It's like family right here," Ward 8 Councilmember Trayon White told WUSA9 before heading to the hospital to visit one of the victim's family members.
Police do not have an update on the condition of the three men.
No suspect information is available at this time.
Police have not released any word on a possible motive or what may have happened in the moments leading up to the shooting.
Anyone with information may contact detectives at (202) 727-9099 or text the department's 50411.
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