A shooting incident at Union Station in Washington, D.C. has left one person critically injured, according to local authorities. The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. on a Sunday, prompting a significant police response as investigators surveyed the scene and collected evidence. “We are currently investigating the circumstances that led to this shooting,” said Police Chief Robert Contee. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots, leading to chaos as people scrambled for safety and alerted law enforcement. Emergency personnel arrived quickly at the scene and transported the victim, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, to a nearby hospital. Authorities have not yet released details about any possible suspects involved in the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward. Union Station, known as a bustling transit hub, has seen heightened security measures in recent years, particularly following an increase in gun violence across major U.S. cities. “This is a very concerning incident in a place where many families and travelers gather,” stated Mayor Muriel Bowser. As the investigation continues, transit services in and around Union Station were momentarily affected but have since resumed normal operations.
One Critically Injured in Shooting at Union Station, D.C.
