WASHINGTON, D.C. — A suspect is facing multiple charges after a U.S. Park Police officer was shot during a confrontation earlier this week.

The incident occurred on the afternoon of March 24, 2026, near a federal park area in northwest Washington, according to officials.

Authorities said the situation began as a routine encounter before escalating quickly when the suspect opened fire, striking the officer. Emergency responders transported the injured officer to a nearby hospital. The officer’s condition has not been publicly updated.

The suspect fled the scene immediately following the shooting, triggering a rapid response from multiple law enforcement agencies.

Within hours, the individual was located and taken into custody. Prosecutors have since filed multiple charges related to the incident.

The case remains under active investigation.