Authorities in Washington, D.C. are currently on the lookout for a suspect involved in a tragic mass shooting that resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to five others. The incident took place in the early hours of the morning near the intersection of 7th and P Streets in the northwestern part of the city, close to downtown.
Executive Assistant Chief Jeffrey Carroll of the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department provided details about the shooting at a brief news conference held at the scene. According to the Gun Violence Archive's criteria, any shooting that leads to at least four individuals being injured or killed, excluding the perpetrator, is classified as a mass shooting.
As of now, specific information regarding the injuries sustained by the five individuals who were wounded has not been made public. Law enforcement officers were called to the scene of the shooting at approximately 3 a.m. ET. Tragically, both individuals who lost their lives were pronounced dead upon arrival, as reported by CBS affiliate WUSA.
The police have refrained from disclosing any identifying information about the victims involved in the shooting, except for confirming that the five individuals who were injured are all adults.
Scientists Discover New Species of Coral in the Pacific Ocean
In a groundbreaking discovery, a team of marine biologists has identified a new species of coral in the Pacific Ocean. The coral, named "Pacificus Coralis," was found in the depths of the ocean near the Mariana Trench.
The scientists used advanced underwater drones equipped with high-resolution cameras to explore the previously uncharted areas of the ocean floor. The discovery of Pacificus Coralis is significant as it adds to the biodiversity of marine life in the region.
Further research is now being conducted to understand the ecological role of this new coral species and its potential impact on the surrounding marine ecosystem. The discovery highlights the importance of continued exploration and conservation efforts in our oceans.
