Breaking: Four shot in Logan Circle near White House, DC

At least four people were shot early Thursday in Logan Circle, Washington DC, approximately one mile north of the White House. The incident occurred around the 1500 block of 15th Street Northwest — an area with a VIDA Fitness centre, St. Luke's Episcopal Church, residential buildings, and a Whole Foods supermarket. Police officer Nathan Clarke told reporters details remain sketchy, including the exact shooting location. The Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has deployed agents to assist the investigation. Much of the block is cordoned off and surrounding streets closed to traffic.

For Nigerians in the DC area: avoid the 1500 block of 15th Street NW and surrounding roads. Use alternative routes until police clear the scene. The shooting's proximity to the White House (about a 20-minute walk) has drawn massive law enforcement response.

Details on victims' conditions, suspect status, or motive are not yet available. Police have not confirmed whether this was targeted or random. This is a developing situation — monitor local DC news and Metro Police alerts for updates.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/12/four-gunned-down-near-white-house/