One person has been killed and four others injured following a shooting incident in Washington DC, United States, with police confirming that the suspected gunman has been contained.
The shooting occurred inside and around a gym in the Logan Circle neighbourhood, triggering panic among residents, gym users and people in the surrounding area.
According to police, one of the injured victims is in critical condition, while the remaining three sustained injuries that are not considered life-threatening.
Suspect Barricades Himself Inside Building
Police identified the suspect as a white male who reportedly barricaded himself inside a building following the shooting.
Authorities later announced that the suspect had been contained as officers worked to secure the location.
Before police addressed reporters, additional gunshots were reportedly heard coming from the building, according to the BBC’s US partner, CBS.
Witnesses Describe Moments of Panic
People in the area described scenes of confusion and fear as gunfire erupted.
BBC producer Jonathan Csapo, who lives nearby, said the shooting happened extremely close to where he was standing.
He described seeing smoke and a flash before people began running for safety.
One witness reportedly initially believed an exercise ball had burst before discovering that someone had been shot.
Police Investigation Underway
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the suspect’s motive and the events leading up to the attack.
Police have not yet released the identities of the victims or provided further details about the suspect.
The incident has once again raised concerns about public safety following gun violence in the United States.
