Washington Officer Wayne David Killed in Shooting

Washington, D.C. police officer Wayne David was fatally shot on August 28 while attempting to retrieve a gun from a storm drain that had been discarded by a fleeing suspect during a foot chase. The incident occurred in the Kenilworth neighborhood around 5:40 p.m., when David and other officers were canvassing the area after observing suspicious activity. As the officers pursued the suspect, who escaped on a motorcycle, David was struck by a bullet that accidentally discharged while he was handling the weapon. Chief Pamela A. Smith and other officials expressed deep sorrow over David's death, highlighting his dedication and 25 years of service to the department. This incident marks David as the sixth D.C. police officer to die in the line of duty since 2007 and the first to be shot since 2004. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and authorities are still searching for the suspect.