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National Guard member shot in DC after trying to break up fight

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National Guard member shot while breaking up fight in Washington DC, suspect wounded in return fire

A National Guard member was shot in the leg late Sunday night while attempting to break up a fight in southeast Washington's Eastern Market neighborhood. The suspected shooter was also wounded when guard members returned fire, and both individuals were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Oct 19, 2026·12 sourcesGun violenceLaw enforcement
National Guard member shot while breaking up fight in Washington DC, suspect wounded in return fire
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