D.C. Shooting Shakes Up Howard University Homecoming

October 25, 2025

A shooting near Howard University in Washington, D.C. on Friday night left five people with non-life-threatening injuries shortly after the conclusion of Yardfest, a homecoming celebration event. Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela A. Smith confirmed that two suspects were apprehended and three weapons were recovered from the scene of the shooting, which occurred around 8:23 p.

Who is affected

Five shooting victims (three men, one woman, and a juvenile male)
Morgan State University student (one of the victims)
Howard University community and homecoming attendees
Residents and visitors in the Northwest D.C. area
Historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) homecoming celebration communities

What action is being taken

Metropolitan Police Department is maintaining increased police presence during remaining Howard homecoming festivities
Police are conducting an ongoing investigation into the shooting
Authorities are recovering surveillance footage from the area
MPD is actively working to determine the motive for the shooting

Why it matters

The shooting disrupted Howard University's 101st homecoming celebration, which is normally a joyous occasion for families
The incident adds to a pattern of gun violence surrounding HBCU homecoming celebrations, including recent events at Alcorn State and Jackson State University
Local violence impacts opportunities and celebratory moments for both students and communities
Gun violence near educational institutions threatens the safety of campus environments during important cultural events

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: The Washington Informer