Suspect in D.C. National Guard shooting identified as 29-year-old Afghan national

Thursday, November 27, 2025 -Authorities have identified the suspect involved in the recent shooting at a D.C. National Guard facility as a 29-year-old Afghan national. The individual, whose name has not been publicly released, is currently in custody and cooperating with investigators. 

Law enforcement officials are treating the incident with the highest urgency, emphasizing that the situation is under control but still under active investigation.

The shooting has raised immediate security concerns across federal facilities in the capital. Officials are reviewing access protocols, personnel screening, and security measures at all National Guard locations to prevent similar incidents. 

Meanwhile, emergency response teams continue to evaluate potential threats and maintain heightened vigilance in sensitive areas.

Local authorities are urging the public to remain alert but not alarmed, noting that there is no indication of an ongoing threat to civilians. Residents and federal employees in the D.C. area are advised to stay informed through official updates as investigators work to fully understand the motives and circumstances behind the attack.