Photo: Matt Gush / Shutterstock.com The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) is responding to an active shooting in Northwest Washington, DC, according to a critical alert issued by the police department.
In a post on X, MPD said officers were at the scene in the area of 15th and P Street NW. The department confirmed that its Emergency Response Team had also been deployed.
Police urged the public to avoid the area while the response is underway.
The Metro Transit Police are increasing their presence at several stations in the Washington, DC area following the shooting.
In a statement posted on X, Metro Transit Police said officers were at the scene, where the Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred off Metro property.
Passengers have been advised to avoid the Dupont Circle and Farragut West areas. Metro Transit Police also said customers should expect to see additional officers at multiple stations to help ensure the safety of passengers and staff.
Ward 2 councilmember Brooke Pinto said that the shooting took place "at and outside Vida fitness this morning in Logan Circle."
"Multiple people shot. Do not go to this area. Police looking for suspect," she added.
Metro bus services in the area have been impacted by the investigation, with passengers aked to "use Metro Pulse for the latest bus detour information."
UPDATE from DC Police: "The incident has resulted in a barricade situation in the 1500 block of 15th Street, Northwest. MPD’s Emergency Response Team is on the scene. Please avoid the area as we work to resolve the incident."