Fatal Shooting of Khali Thompson, 21, on 51st Street, SE

Monday, Nov 9, 2026 

The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Southeast.

On Sunday, November 8, 2026, at approximately 11:43 p.m., Sixth District officers responded to the 800 block of 51st Street, Southeast, for the report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male who was unconscious and not breathing, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. DC Fire and EMS responded to the scene and, despite all lifesaving efforts, the victim was pronounced dead.

The decedent has been identified as 21-year-old Khali Thompson of Southeast, D.C.

Anyone who has knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police at (202) 727-9099 or text your tip to the Department's TEXT TIP LINE at 50411. The Metropolitan Police Department currently offers a reward of up to $25,000 to anyone who provides information which leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for each homicide committed in the District of Columbia.

CCN: 26161110