Family describes teen killed in DC gun accident as a ‘light’ – NBC4 Washington
Summary
Shooting Washington, D.C. District Of Columbia in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia: A 15‐year‐old girl named Journee Long was shot and killed in an apartment on Barnaby Street SE in Southeast Washington, D.C. The gun that fired was unsecured and owned by a resident who is now facing weapons charges. Police described the incident as a tragic accident involving two teens who had accessed the weapon. The victim’s family has spoken publicly about the loss and called for justice.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Journee Long | Unknown | Fatal |
| J’Von Green | At-fault party |
Original reporting
Family describes teen killed in DC gun accident as a ‘light’ – NBC4 Washington