Federal officer in critical condition after DC shooting as authorities search for answers

A United States Park Police officer was shot in Southeast Washington, D.C., the D.C. Police Union confirmed Monday.

"We can confirm that a member of US Park Police was shot in the 5000 blk of Queens Stroll Place SE," the union posted on X. "The officer was transported to an area hospital in critical condition. We’re all sending prayers for the officer and @1791FOP at this time."

U.S. Park Police also confirmed that the officer was shot, adding the injured officer is suffering from non life-threatening injuries. Park police also said the incident happened at about 7:30 p.m.

Fox News Digital has reached out to the Metropolitan Police Department for additional information.

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