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D.C. police are investigating a homicide in Northeast Washington following the fatal shooting of 43-year-old Darrius Coghill. The incident occurred around 11 p.m. on the 1400 block of Saratoga Avenue NE. Upon arrival, Fifth District officers discovered Coghill unconscious and not breathing with gunshot wounds. Although D.C. Fire and EMS responded to the scene and performed lifesaving efforts, Coghill was pronounced dead. The Homicide Unit is currently leading the investigation. Authorities are actively searching for a suspect described as a Black male wearing a white tank top. The suspect was last seen driving a white Land Rover. Police are urging anyone with information regarding the suspect's identity or location to come forward. Residents with tips are asked to call D.C. police at 202-727-9099. Alternatively, tips can be submitted by texting 50411. The investigation is ongoing, and detectives are reviewing evidence to identify and apprehend the individual responsible for the shooting. The public is reminded that the suspect is still at large and may be driving the described vehicle. Anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or seen the suspect in the area is encouraged to contact law enforcement immediately. This case remains an active priority for the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department.
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