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Suspect injured after officer-involved shooting in Alexandria

Alexandria police were investigating a burglary in the 300 block of North Beauregard Street when they encountered the suspect with a firearm.
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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The suspect in an Alexandria burglary was shot by an officer early Friday morning, police said. 

Alexandria police were investigating a burglary in the 300 block of North Beauregard Street when they encountered the suspect with a firearm.

Official said the suspect was injured in an officer-involved shooting. He has been transported to the hospital. 

Commuters can expect police activity in the area. 

This is the third officer-involved shooting reported in the D.C. area within the last 24 hours. 

At this time, no additional information has been released. 

We will update you as we learn more.  

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