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Police search for suspect in Navy Yard fatal shooting of 18-year-old

WASHINGTON — Detectives with the Metropolitan Police Department are continuing their investigation after an 18-year-old man was fatally shot Tuesday evening in the Navy Yard neighborhood of Southeast Washington, an incident that has prompted an urgent appeal for public assistance. Officers responded to reports of gunfire around 6:45 p.m. in the 900 block of 3rd Street Southeast, an area located near the Eye Street Gallery. Upon arrival, responding officers discovered a young man suffering from a gunshot wound. Authorities said the victim was unconscious and not breathing when police reached the scene. Emergency personnel pronounced him dead shortly afterward. The victim has been identified as Dontay Smith of Southeast D.C. Police have not released further details about the circumstances leading up to the fatal shooting, and investigators have yet to announce any arrests in the case. Homicide detectives were called to process the scene and begin a comprehensive investigation. Officials said detectives are actively collecting physical evidence, canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses, and reviewing any available surveillance footage that may help identify the suspect involved in the shooting. At this stage, police have provided only a limited description of the person they believe is responsible. Investigators are urging anyone who may have seen suspicious activity in the area or who may have information about the incident to come forward. Authorities emphasized that community cooperation is critical to solving the case. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 202-727-9099 or submit anonymous tips by texting 50411. The department noted that tipsters may be eligible for a reward of up to $25,000 if their information leads to an arrest and conviction in connection with a homicide in the District. According to the police department’s latest crime data, the District has recorded seven homicides so far in 2026. Officials say that figure represents a significant decrease of approximately 71 percent compared with the same period last year. Despite the overall decline, investigators say each case remains a top priority as they work to identify suspects and bring closure to affected families and communities. The investigation into the fatal Navy Yard shooting remains active and ongoing. Police say additional details will be released as new information becomes available.

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18 Feb 2026 16:40 PM 279 views

Police search for suspect in Navy Yard fatal shooting of 18-year-old

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Maryland murder suspect accused in New Year’s Eve killing may have fled to India

Authorities in Maryland say a man accused of killing his former girlfriend inside a Columbia apartment may have left the United States shortly after the alleged crime, prompting an expanding investigation involving federal law enforcement. Police believe the suspect departed the country just days after the fatal incident, raising concerns that he may now be overseas as investigators work to secure his arrest. Howard County Police identified the suspect as 26-year-old Arjun Sharma. According to investigators, Sharma is charged with first- and second-degree murder in connection with the death of 27-year-old Nikhita Godishala of Ellicott City. Detectives say Godishala was found dead inside an apartment located in the 10100 block of Twin Rivers Road in Columbia after officers executed a search warrant at the residence. Police said Sharma had reported Godishala missing on Friday, telling officers that he had last seen her inside the Columbia apartment. Authorities later determined that Sharma had left the United States on a flight to India on the same day the missing person report was filed. Investigators now believe the killing occurred several days earlier, on New Year’s Eve, at approximately 7 p.m. Following the discovery of Godishala’s body on Saturday, police obtained an arrest warrant for Sharma. Officials said the warrant was active by Sunday, as detectives continued to piece together the timeline leading up to the woman’s death. Medical and investigative findings led authorities to conclude that Godishala died from stab wounds inflicted inside the apartment. Howard County Police stated that there is currently no publicly identified motive for the killing. Detectives described the case as an active and ongoing investigation, noting that they are coordinating with U.S. federal law enforcement agencies to locate and apprehend the suspect. Efforts are underway to determine Sharma’s exact location and whether international assistance may be required to bring him into custody. Police have not released additional details about the relationship between the suspect and the victim beyond confirming that they were previously involved. Officials said further information would be shared as it becomes available and emphasized that the investigation remains a priority as authorities pursue the suspect across international boundaries. Anyone with information relevant to the case has been urged to contact law enforcement as the search continues.

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05 Jan 2026 12:30 PM 314 views

Maryland murder suspect accused in New Year’s Eve killing may have fled to India

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Man Arrested in Fatal Domestic Shooting at Fort Worth Apartment

A man was arrested Tuesday night in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman during a domestic dispute at a Fort Worth apartment complex, according to police. Fort Worth officers responded to a shooting call around 9 p.m. Tuesday at an apartment located at 3720 Post Oak Blvd. When officers arrived, they found a woman inside the apartment with a gunshot wound to the head. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Man Arrested in Fatal Domestic Shooting at Fort Worth Apartment

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Police search for suspect in Navy Yard fatal shooting of 18-year-old

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Maryland murder suspect accused in New Year’s Eve killing may have fled to India

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Police search for suspect in Navy Yard fatal shooting of 18-year-old

Police search for suspect in Navy Yard fatal shooting of 18-year-old

Maryland murder suspect accused in New Year’s Eve killing may have fled to India

Maryland murder suspect accused in New Year’s Eve killing may have fled to India

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