National Guard member is shot while breaking up a fight in Washington , suspect is hit in return fire

A National Guard member and a suspect were wounded in a shootout on Sunday night in Southeast Washington, D.C. The incident occurred after National Guard members intervened to break up an active fight in the area.

According to police reports, the National Guard member was shot while attempting to stop the altercation. During the subsequent exchange of gunfire, the suspect was struck by return fire, resulting in injuries to both individuals involved.