Afghan National Accused of Shooting National Guard Members in DC

Attack on National Guard Members

• 🎯 Two National Guard members are in critical condition after being shot in Washington D.C.
• 🗓️ The victims had joined the DC task force at the beginning of August.

Suspect Details and Investigation

• 🗺️ The suspected shooter, an Afghan national, drove from Bellingham, Washington state, to the nation's capital.
• 🇺🇸 The suspect arrived in the U.S. in 2021 under Operation Allies Welcome and was granted asylum in April.
• 🔫 Officials state the suspect used a revolver in the shooting.

Victim Identification

• 🇺🇸 The two West Virginia National Guard members have been identified as Andrew Wolf, 24, and Sarah Beckram, 20.

FBI Investigation and Charges

• 🔍 The FBI is leading a coast-to-coast investigation, treating the incident as an ongoing investigation of terrorism.
• ⚖️ The suspect faces multiple charges, including assault with intent to kill while armed.
• ❓ The suspect's motive is still under investigation.