US: Police investigating reports of a shooting incident near the Peruvian Embassy in Washington, DC, April 20

Event

Authorities are responding to reports of a shooting incident on the 3000 block of Garrison Street, where the Peruvian Embassy is located in Washington, DC, the morning of April 20. There have been no reports of arrests at this time. The motive of the incident is not immediately clear.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely in the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the area until authorities give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time to reach destinations near the affected site.