The Washington, D.C., community was shaken due to a “ sniper-type ” shooting on Friday that left four random people injured. Specifically, the incident occurred near a student housing complex affiliated with the University of the District of Columbia ( UDC ). Additionally, there were also other nearby complexes affiliated with Howard University and the Edmund Burke School . The Van Ness campus is on lockdown. Active shooting incident near student housing located on Van Ness Street/Connecticut Avenue NW. The suspect remains on the loose. Law enforcement is on the scene. Take shelter and stay in place until further notice. — University of DC (@udc_edu) April 22, 2022
