Authorities in Washington, D.C., have arrested a third suspect in the deadly shooting of Capitol Hill intern Eric Tarpinian-Jachym and a teen girl. Naqwan Antonio Lucas, the latest teenager taken into custody, was apprehended as part of the investigation into a tragic incident that occurred on June 30.
Details of the Shooting Incident
The shooting took place near the intersection of 7th and M streets NW. Eric Tarpinian-Jachym, a student from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, was shot that evening and later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. Multiple individuals emerged from a vehicle and opened fire on a group, resulting in Tarpinian-Jachym, a woman, and a 16-year-old boy sustaining gunshot wounds. Fortunately, both the woman and the teenage boy survived the attack.
Identifying the Suspects
Investigators indicate that Tarpinian-Jachym was not the intended target of the gunfire. The police have made significant progress in the case, having previously arrested two other teens related to the incident. Just days after Tarpinian-Jachym’s murder, Lucas is also linked to the killing of another young victim, Zoey Kelley-Hickman, on Benning Road Northeast.
Community Impact
The incidents have shaken the Capitol Hill community and raised concerns about youth violence in the area. As investigations continue, law enforcement remains vigilant in apprehending those involved in these tragic shootings.
- Suspects Arrested: Three teenagers, including Naqwan Antonio Lucas.
- Victims: Eric Tarpinian-Jachym and Zoey Kelley-Hickman.
- Date of Shooting: June 30.
- Location: 7th and M streets NW, Washington, D.C.
- Potential Additional Victim: 16-year-old boy; survived.
The rise of gun violence involving youth in the area presents a pressing challenge for local authorities. Ongoing investigations aim to secure justice for victims and prevent future incidents.
