A shooting occurred inside a gym in Washington DC, United States, this morning (12) local time. The Metropolitan Police said that four people sustained injuries in the incident.

Key Points

  • A shooting took place at a gym in Washington DC this morning.
  • The Metropolitan Police stated that four persons were injured in the attack.
  • The gunman, who hid inside an apartment, shot himself dead.

Suspect flees into apartment

Following the shooting, the gunman fled the scene and entered a nearby apartment complex. It is reported that he barricaded himself inside a residence on the 7th floor.

Police made strenuous efforts to apprehend him, and communications were maintained between both parties for nearly an hour.

Gunman shoots himself

However, following those negotiations, a gunshot was suddenly heard from inside the apartment. Police officers acted swiftly, broke open the door, and entered the residence, where the suspect was found dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

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