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At least four people were injured in a shooting Thursday morning in the Logan Circle area of Washington, about a mile from the White House. Police are describing the situation at the scene as “active,” meaning the incident is still ongoing.
The Metropolitan Police Department's emergency response team was dispatched to the scene. According to correspondents working on the spot, the area is blocked by dozens of police cars.
Logan Circle is a vibrant and upscale area in downtown Washington, popular among residents and tourists.
Police helicopters are circling in the sky above the scene.
According to preliminary reports, a search is underway for one shooter. According to multiple law enforcement sources, as well as another official with knowledge of the situation, the suspect barricaded himself in an apartment building near the scene of the shooting.
Authorities are urging residents to avoid the area near the intersection of 15th Street NW and P Street NW in Northwest Washington.
There is no information yet about the identities of the victims or their condition.
The news is being updated.
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