Police are actively seeking the public's help to identify suspects involved in a shooting that occurred on Connecticut Avenue in Northwest. The incident, which took place early in the morning on February 23, resulted in two adult males being injured by gunfire. According to the Metropolitan Police Department , the first victim was found at the scene by officers responding to a 2:05 a.m. call, and the second victim later presented himself at a local hospital, with injuries also linked to the same shooting. Both individuals were reported to be conscious and breathing when they were discovered. The surveillance footage from the area has provided valuable leads, capturing images of the suspects. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward, but to cautiously approach this situation. "Anyone who can identify these suspects or has knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police," says the statement provided by the Metropolitan Police Department . A reward of up to $10,000 is being offered for information that can to lead to an arrest and conviction in the case. The police have released video and photos of the suspects to the public. These visuals are critical pieces of evidence as they potentially hold the key to unraveling the events of that February morning. The Second District officers were quick to respond to the initial reports of a shooting, showcasing the immediacy with which the police department aims to address violent crime in the district. The Metropolitan Police Department encourages anyone who can provide assistance in the case to contact them by calling (202) 727-9099 or texting the tip line at 50411. In the statement obtained by the Metropolitan Police Department , the department emphasizes that they highly value the information from the public as they continue to actively investigate the case.
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