Wednesday, November 26, 2025
View Larger +
PHOTO: GoLocal
Two members of the West Virginia National Guard were shot in Washington, DC, today, according to the state’s governor.
They engaged in gunfire with the suspected shooter prior to being shot, according to two law enforcement sources. The sources said the suspect was detained and transported away from the scene on a stretcher.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE — SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLAST
West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey confirmed the shooting in a social media post.
“It is with great sorrow that we can confirm both members of the West Virginia National Guard who were shot earlier today in Washington, DC, have passed away from their injuries,” Morrisey wrote. “These brave West Virginians lost their lives in the service of their country. We are in ongoing contact.”
Morrisey then issued a conflicting statement raising questions about whether the Guardsmen died of their wounds.
The shooting was approximately two blocks from the White House.
THIS STORY IS DEVELOPING…
Enjoy this post? Share it with others.